Abilene Christian University junior Cam Hazzard is a triple major, an honors student, a trumpeter in ACU’s Big Purple Band, and on Tuesday could add “world champion dunker” to his already impressive resume. After winning a preliminary round of the competition in July, Hazzard is one of eight dunkers who will vie for the title … Continued
Abilene Christian University junior Cam Hazzard – a triple major, an honors student, a trumpeter in ACU’s Big Purple Band – has now added “world champion dunker” to his resume, taking home the trophy and $500,000 in the Dunkman World Championship. After winning a preliminary round of the competition in July, Hazzard was one of … Continued
For Lexi Jaramillo, sports have always been more than a pastime. Growing up in Austin, Texas, she began playing soccer at just 4 years old, developing a lifelong connection to sports and competition. Years later, that passion would help point her toward a new professional goal: building a career where her passion for sports and … Continued
Sometimes the career you’re meant for is the one you never expected. For Rose Delgado, a successful career in banking seemed like the obvious path. But as friends and coworkers began leaving to become teachers, she couldn’t ignore the feeling that she might be called to do the same. Acting on that instinct, Delgado enrolled … Continued
Two members of Abilene Christian University’s (ACU) online Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) program have been selected for the 2026-2027 Foundation for the Advancement of Human Systems (FAHS) Minority Fellowship Program. The FAHS Minority Fellowship Program, overseen by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), is a nationally competitive program that prepares marriage … Continued
Dr. Laura Escobar has been a nurse for over 26 years, a career rooted in service, compassion and a deep desire to improve the lives of others. Throughout her career, she has served families with sick infants and children and, more recently, military veterans. Despite having decades of experience, Dr. Escobar never stopped believing there … Continued
For almost two decades, Dr. Kelly Matlock has dedicated her life to caring for others. As a physician and anesthesiologist in rural Texas, she has spent her career helping patients through some of life’s most critical moments. Yet after years of practicing medicine, she began asking a different kind of question. What happens after the … Continued
When life presents unexpected challenges, some people simply endure them. Others use those moments as opportunities to grow, serve and inspire those around them. For Dr. Tanya Tucker, graduate of Abilene Christian University’s online Doctor of Education program, pursuing her degree was never just about earning another credential, but expanding her ability to make a … Continued
Brent Homan’s path to leadership began early. After joining the military at age 18, he quickly became familiar with discipline, teamwork and commitment. Beyond his service, sports have always played a central role in Brent’s life, not just as an athlete but as a coach. For him, sports are more than a pastime; they are … Continued