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Featured News
Friends of ACU Library Celebrates Annual Dinner with Author Daniel Nayeri and Honors Distinguished Recipients
The annual Friends of ACU Library Dinner, held on February 24, 2025, brought together literature enthusiasts and university supporters for an evening of inspiration and recognition headlined by New York Times bestselling author, Daniel Nayeri.
ACU Brown Library launches Landon Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing
The Landon Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing at Abilene Christian University is dedicated to exploring and promoting the essential elements of a joyful and fulfilling life, inspired by the lifelong work and vision of Landon Saunders. We believe that joy and human flourishing are achievable states that can be cultivated through intentional practices, meaningful relationships, and a deeper understanding of the most important questions humans can ask.
Exhibits
Thus Saith the Lord: Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address
Located in the main display area of Special Collections and Archives, Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address is one of the rarest literary productions in all of American Christianity. Exhibited here is an exceptionally scarce first printing from 1809 along with specimens from the literature of the Restoration Movement about this foundational document.