Features
Service learning at ACU challenges students to make a global difference
10 Questions with JMC grad and history buff Regina Burns
Although Black History Month is February, for ACU alumna Regina L. Burns (’83) it has become a year-round passion. Her fascination with key figures in Black history was sparked in the 1990s, while she served as news director for a country music station in Memphis, Tennessee. She was asked to produce a radio documentary about … Continued
ACU achieves elite academic recognition with Carnegie Research 2 status
Abilene Christian University has earned Research 2 (R2) status in the latest update from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education – a milestone that reflects ACU’s intentional commitment to research growth and academic excellence. The prestigious R2 designation places Abilene Christian among top research universities in the nation, recognizing high spending and doctorate … Continued
AI Research at ACU, funded by Google: Transforming Computer Science Education
As a high school student, Gweneth Barbre was intrigued by psychology, design and computer science and she knew she wanted to explore the interaction between people and computers. So she looked for a university with a similar research focus and opportunity. Less than a year later, as a freshman computer science major at Abilene Christian … Continued
Academic News
ACU offers $80K to Hendrick Healthcare Academy graduates
Abilene Christian University is offering $80,000 in scholarships and grants to local high school students who complete the Hendrick Healthcare Academy and choose a health care-related major at ACU upon high school graduation. The new program is designed to encourage Abilene and Big Country-area students to study psychology, social work or one of several health … Continued
ACU achieves elite academic recognition with Carnegie Research 2 status
Abilene Christian University has earned Research 2 (R2) status in the latest update from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education – a milestone that reflects ACU’s intentional commitment to research growth and academic excellence. The prestigious R2 designation places Abilene Christian among top research universities in the nation, recognizing high spending and doctorate … Continued
AI Research at ACU, funded by Google: Transforming Computer Science Education
As a high school student, Gweneth Barbre was intrigued by psychology, design and computer science and she knew she wanted to explore the interaction between people and computers. So she looked for a university with a similar research focus and opportunity. Less than a year later, as a freshman computer science major at Abilene Christian … Continued
Alumni News
ACU Remembers: James Muns
Former longtime Abilene Christian University trustee James N. Muns (’53), 93, died March 6, 2025. He was born Jan. 6, 1932, in Sweetwater, Texas; wed classmate Betty Bell (’53) in 1952; earned a B.S. degree in business administration with minors in psychology and Christian education, and was a member of the undefeated 1950 Wildcat football team. A memorial … Continued
ACU Remembers: Kay Skelton
Former longtime Abilene Christian University trustee Kay (Coleman ’62) Skelton, 85, died March 12, 2025, in Denison, Texas. She was born Jan. 16, 1940, in Abilene, Texas, to Ann and A.M. “Tonto” Coleman Jr. (’28), who was ACU head football coach and later, commissioner of the Southeastern Conference. She earned a B.A. degree in mass communication and … Continued
10 Questions with JMC grad and history buff Regina Burns
Although Black History Month is February, for ACU alumna Regina L. Burns (’83) it has become a year-round passion. Her fascination with key figures in Black history was sparked in the 1990s, while she served as news director for a country music station in Memphis, Tennessee. She was asked to produce a radio documentary about … Continued
Campus News
ACU offers $80K to Hendrick Healthcare Academy graduates
Abilene Christian University is offering $80,000 in scholarships and grants to local high school students who complete the Hendrick Healthcare Academy and choose a health care-related major at ACU upon high school graduation. The new program is designed to encourage Abilene and Big Country-area students to study psychology, social work or one of several health … Continued
ACU partners with Texas Tech, Natura to advance cutting-edge technology
Abilene Christian University and Texas Tech University announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Natura Resources LLC of Abilene to seek business opportunities and funding for projects related to Natura’s molten salt reactor (MSR) currently under construction on the ACU campus. The collaboration, which includes the Texas Produced Water Consortium (TxPWC) located at Texas Tech, … Continued
First-year experience brings national accolades and praise from students
As a freshman, Nataly Zuniga quickly found her place in the ACU community, joining in time-honored traditions like Freshman Follies and kicking off new traditions like tailgating and football at Wildcat Stadium. She joined other freshmen in Cornerstone, a first-year seminar class that sets the foundation for their education at ACU. “I especially enjoyed … Continued
ACU Online
ACU Partners With RightNow Media To Provide Tuition Discount Benefits For Employees
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is delighted to partner with RightNow Media to offer a 10% discount on all undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs to RightNow Media employees and administrative staff. RightNow Media holds the world’s largest library of digital Bible study resources to equip and inspire Christians anytime, anywhere. Hoping to assist RightNow Media connect … Continued
Student Spotlight: Laura Crate
Known for being a jack of all trades, Laura Crate is no stranger to jumping from role to role in her life. Whether she’s working as a small group pastor or training her clients to become their best physical selves, or even preparing dinner for her husband and family, Laura embodies what it means to … Continued
ACU and Harris County Department of Education Partner to Train Rising Educators and Campus Professionals in the Houston Area
Abilene Christian University is proud to announce a new partnership with the Harris County Department of Education to offer fully online degree programs for educators and campus faculty and staff that are interested in advancing their education to better serve schools and students in the greater Houston area. The Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) … Continued