Category: ACU Online
ACU Partners with Faith Academy Bellville to Provide Training and Educational Pathways for Career Advancement
Abilene Christian University (ACU) announces a new partnership with the Faith Academy Bellville to offer fully online degree pathways and training for teachers, students and school administrators. To address some of the long-term issues arising in schools across the state of Texas, ACU and Faith Academy Bellville have partnered to bring unique pathways for teachers … Continued
ACU Announces New Certificate in Practical Ministry
Abilene Christian University (ACU) has launched a new Certificate in Practical Ministry focused on equipping church ministers with foundational and theologically-based courses to lead their congregations better. In response to the rising challenges of ministers and congregations across the country, this new graduate-level certificate is designed to meet the specific needs of ministers who require … Continued
ACU Welcomes Former Texas Rangers Executive Ben Baroody as Associate Vice President, Strategic Sports Partnerships
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is thrilled to announce the hiring of Ben Baroody, formerly the Director of Leadership, Organizational Development, & Mental Wellness for the Texas Rangers, as the new Associate Vice President, Strategic Sports Partnerships. In this pivotal role, Baroody will lead the development of strategic partnerships between ACU and professional sports teams, major … Continued
ACU Partners with the Women Veterans Alliance to Provide Tuition Discounts for Members Seeking Higher Education
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is proud to announce a partnership with the Women Veterans Alliance to offer a tuition discount for affiliated members seeking to obtain an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or certificate through ACU Online. Supporting their mission to connect millions of women veterans to a community that equips, empowers, and encourages their valiant … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Kristy Williams
Well-versed in the field of nursing and healthcare administration, Dr. Kristy Williams is working tirelessly to prepare her pre-nursing students for the hard work ahead. As a former nurse herself, Dr. Williams understands the uphill battles nurses and students receive daily. From the mental exhaustion to the physical toll it can take on your body, … Continued
ACU Partners with the City of Houston OT & DO to Provide Tuition Discounts for City Employees
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is proud to announce its partnership with the City of Houston Office of Talent & Organizational Development to offer a tuition discount on all of ACU Online’s undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs for affiliated city employees. City of Houston employees are now eligible for a tuition discount across … Continued
How To Be Digitally Civil In Today’s World
It’s no secret we live in a constantly changing digital world filled with news information, social media personalities and various digital friends – all trying to comment, promote or spread ideas on the internet. However, things can sometimes get complicated. Imagine a neighborhood, for example, with different homes and businesses all working cohesively. While things … Continued
ACU and Region One Education Service Center Partner to Reduce Teacher Shortage in Greater South Texas Region
Abilene Christian University is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Region One Education Service Center (ESC) to offer fully online degree programs and professional development pathways for aspiring educators, teaching professionals and administrators in the South Texas region. Focused on addressing the ongoing teacher shortage crisis in South Texas, ACU and Region One are … Continued
Student Spotlight: Ravin Garrett
Sustainability and nutrition are always at the forefront of Ravin Garrett’s mind. Known for her can-do attitude and constant push to bring low-income communities the nutritional and food-based resources they need to succeed and flourish, Ravin is already making moves as she begins to complete her final courses in her M.S. in Nutrition/Dietetic Internship degree. … Continued