Dr. Raquel Ellis has joined ACU Online as the Associate Director of Doctoral Research, helping to push the university closer to its goal of becoming a Research One (R1) institution. With a strong background in social work and psychology-based research, Dr. Ellis is passionate about supporting graduate students and faculty as they develop into skilled … Continued
Bringing over 20 years of experience in higher education, college sports and athletic curriculum development, Brandon Podgorski is committed to making the Master of Science in Sports Leadership the go-to degree for coaches and administrators interested in incorporating foundational leadership pillars into the sports world. As a former college basketball coach, Podgorski is more than … Continued
From renowned communications scholar to winning ACU’s Teacher of the Year Award to having supervised the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at both Abilene and Dallas campuses, Dr. Brenda Bender is a well-known name and leader amongst her colleagues and speech pathology students. Whether she’s managing the next cohort of students entering their first … Continued
As a mother, wife, instructor, program director and endoscopist, Abilene Christian University faculty member Erika (Cook ’14) McLean hopes to make a difference in the lives of those around her and is eager to produce change in her students and her field. As a therapist, she finds joy in helping patients understand their options regarding … Continued
Whether she’s speaking at congressional meetings in Washington, D.C., earning various awards, or serving as board president for Alief ISD, Dr. Darlene Breaux is a testament to what can happen when you pursue your passions and hold a strong pulse on what the world needs from an educational, social, and spiritual standpoint. As an ACU … Continued
A new children’s book about recently discovered mammals includes a section about a rodent species identified by an Abilene Christian University biology professor. Dr. Tom Lee, a professor in the Department of Biology at ACU; Amy Scott (’10), then a biology student at ACU; and Carlos Boada, a researcher and professor at Pontificia Universidad Católica … Continued
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is proud to congratulate Dr. Darlene Breaux on being a 2024 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the White House Administration. Due to her exceptional work ethic and volunteer services across Harris County and the state of Texas, Dr. Breaux was awarded this prestigious honor alongside her various other … Continued
Taking his father, husband, and professor roles seriously, Dr. Tim Parker upholds his legacy by serving his community and patients as a licensed marriage and family therapist and professor. Working as an integral member of the online Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) degree program, Dr. Parker has helped shape students and staff members … Continued
Focused on being the best mom, instructor, and nutritionist she can be, Professor Jennifer Gillin seems to be doing it all. From coordinating the M.S. in Nutrition/Dietetic Internship program as director to helping students address food-related crises around the world through faith-based principles and practices, professor Gillin is a professor and scholar hungry to lead … Continued