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Diversity and exceptionalism emphasized in Opening Chapel

August 29, 2012 by Josh Garcia

In Monday's Opening Chapel, students, faculty, alumni, family, and guests from around the world gathered to inaugurate Abilene Christian's 107th session. Throughout the ceremonies, the diversity and exceptionalism of all attending students, faculty, alum, family, and guests were frequently referenced by the speakers. This semester's new students ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast September 7, 2011

September 9, 2011 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast we take a look at Welcome Week festivities, RecFest, Noises Off! and opening chapel. Hosted by Farron Salley and David Singer ... [Read More…]

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Opening Assembly 2011 in Pictures

September 7, 2011 by Daniel Gomez

The 106th school year began with the university's Opening Chapel Ceremonies on August 29. See the photos from the event: ... [Read More…]

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Video: President Challenges Students at Opening Chapel

September 2, 2011 by Philip Miranda

Dr. Phil Schubert challenged students, faculty and staff at ACU's 106th Opening Chapel ceremony. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLHMsNs9IAM Video/editing by: Philip Miranda ... [Read More…]

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President Challenges Students at Opening Chapel

September 2, 2011 by Philip Miranda

Dr. Phil Schubert challenged students, faculty and staff at ACU's 106th Opening Chapel ceremony. Video/editing by: Philip Miranda ... [Read More…]

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106th school year begins during Opening Chapel ceremonies

August 31, 2011 by Marissa Ferguson

As he began the university's 106th year, Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university urged students and others who packed Moody Coliseum Monday for Opening Chapel to find ways to outlive their lives. "As we begin this 106th year of Abilene Christian University together, students, I ask you to do this: keep your Christ-centered focus - or get ... [Read More…]

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Chapel begins Monday with opening ceremonies

August 29, 2011 by Marissa Ferguson

The semester will officially begin Monday with opening ceremonies in Moody Coliseum. Students and faculty will gather to partake in this traditional welcoming of new and returning students and faculty. Students who arrive on time and stay for the entirety of the program will receive two chapel credits, said Mark Lewis, assistant dean for ... [Read More…]

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Video: Schubert inauguration highlight of opening ceremonies

August 26, 2010 by Mitchell McLean

ACU begins its 105th year with the Inauguration of Dr. Phil Schubert during Opening Chapel. Schubert was sworn in as the university's 11th president. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFThcGUkk4w Video by: Mitchell McLean ... [Read More…]

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Schubert inauguration highlight of opening ceremonies

August 26, 2010 by Mitchell McLean

ACU begins its 105th year with the Inauguration of Dr. Phil Schubert during Opening Chapel. Schubert was sworn in as the university's 11th president. Video by: Mitchell McLean ... [Read More…]

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Schubert challenges ACU community during Opening Chapel

August 24, 2010 by Linda Bailey

Dr. Phil Schubert challenged the ACU community to "outlive their lives" during his inaugural address Monday. "The outlive your life principle gets right to the heart of our ACU promise," Schubert said. "We make a promise that ACU will be a vibrant, innovative, Christ-centered environment that engages students in authentic, spiritual, intellectual ... [Read More…]

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