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ACU partners with Abilene ISD

ACU and Abilene ISD Build Partnership to Increase Teacher Education and Reduce Shortage in the Big Country

Abilene Christian University is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Abilene Independent School District to offer fully online degree programs and professional development pathways for aspiring educators, teaching professionals, coaches and administrators in the Big Country region.   Focused on upskilling current teachers with the expertise needed to teach and lead their classrooms more effectively, … Continued
2025 Newsweek

ACU named one of America’s Top Online Colleges by Newsweek

For the fourth year in a row, Abilene Christian University has been recognized as one of America’s Top Online Colleges for 2025 by Newsweek and Statista Inc., a leading provider of statistics and industry rankings. “At ACU, we’re honored to stand among the nation’s best online institutions,” said Dr. Stephen Johnson, chief executive officer for … Continued

Region 14

ACU and Region 14 Education Service Center Partner to Train Students, Teachers and Campus Administrators in the Abilene Region

Abilene Christian University is excited to announce a new partnership with Region 14 Education Service Center (ESC) to offer fully online degree pathways and teaching certifications for students, paraprofessionals, educators and campus administrators interested in furthering their education. Focused on helping teachers and administrators obtain richer knowledge in school leadership, education and teaching, this partnership … Continued

JoAnn

Student Spotlight: JoAnn Vidibill

Imagine your home, filled with its valuables and family memories, gone. You see pieces of furniture floating from side to side, precious photos soaked in water, and articles of clothing now ruined. In the blink of an eye, your life as you knew it, has changed forever. This is the reality for JoAnn Vidibill, a … Continued

cert. practical ministry

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

Ben Baroody

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 Women Veterans Alliance

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