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ACU Online Students Win First Place at National Collaborative Research Competition

Abilene Christian University is proud to congratulate three undergraduate students who earned first place in the prestigious Trisha Yarbrough Collaborative Research Competition at the Alpha Chi National Convention, held virtually in April 2025. Amidst dozens of other student researchers and presentations, these students showcased their award-winning presentation, titled “Marketing and New Member Engagement in the … Continued

ACU Online Expands Tuition Discounts to Siburt Institute to Further Strengthen Ministry Partners

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is excited to expand its commitment to equipping church leaders and ministry professionals by offering an online tuition discount to employees and event attendees of the Siburt Institute for Church Ministry. This initiative strengthens ACU’s mission to support those dedicated to church leadership, discipleship, and spiritual formation. “As a graduate of … Continued

Focusing On Faith and Mental Health – The ACU Online Approach

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting access to resources that support emotional well-being. At ACU, our students’ health – mental, emotional and spiritual – is a top priority. Aligned with our overall mission to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the … Continued

Advantages for Corporate Professionals Earning an Organizational Leadership Degree

In today’s dynamic corporate landscape, the demand for skilled leaders who can navigate complexities, drive innovation and foster collaboration is more pronounced than ever. The ability to lead well is a valuable asset, helping professionals become better managers and improve relationships with coworkers, clients and customers. Leadership education also enhances interpersonal skills, equipping individuals to … Continued

ACU named a Military Friendly School for 2025-26

Abilene Christian University earned the Military Friendly School designation in the 2025-26 listings set to be published in the May and October issue of G.I. Jobs magazine and found at militaryfriendly.com. Methodology, criteria and weightings were determined by Viqtory, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business that connects the military community to employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities, … Continued

communication skills are power skills

Communication Skills are the New Power Skills

Written by: Dr. Dena Counts, Program Director, B.S. in Organizational Communication You’ve likely had THAT boss. You know the person – promoted to manager because they knew how to do all the technical work but didn’t know how to lead their team. Or, maybe you are that boss (ouch). A leader’s lack of soft skills, … Continued

Giving Back to Lifesavers: ACU Online Offers Tuition Discounts to Carter Bloodcare

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is proud to partner with Carter BloodCare to support the work of its employees by offering a discount on ACU’s 100% online undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs. Carter BloodCare is a nonprofit community blood center that provides transfusion resources to more than 200 hospitals in 57 counties across Texas. One of … Continued

ACU Online Announces Strategic Partnership with Excel Education Systems, Inc. + Offers Exclusive Tuition Discount for Employees and Students

ACU Online is proud to announce a new partnership with Excel Education Systems, Inc. and its affiliates, a leading provider of distance education services and related technologies. This collaboration reflects our shared mission to expand access to high-quality, faith-based education for working professionals driven to grow in their careers and make a lasting impact. As … Continued

Student Spotlight: Adi Ortiz

Meet Adidoreydi Ortiz—known to friends and family as “Adi”—a B.S. in Child and Family Services major with a deep passion for nurturing young minds. As a proud Mexican-American and first-generation college student, she is forging a path of purpose and impact. Her heart is especially drawn to the vital early years of child development, where … Continued

ACU partners with Lurleen B Wallace Community College

ACU Partners with Lurleen B Wallace Community College to Provide Employee Tuition Discount

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is delighted to announce a partnership with Lurleen B. Wallace (LBW) Community College by offering an employee tuition discount on all ACU Online undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs. With three public community college campuses across Alabama, LBW Community College provides affordable academic and workforce programs with flexible formats to hundreds of … Continued