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ACU alum Halbert honored at NY cancer foundation gala
Wildcats clinch UAC championship with win over Tarleton
The never-say-die ACU Wildcats did it again Saturday night, and this time, it resulted in the football program’s first NCAA Division I conference championship and berth in the FCS playoffs. The 14th-ranked Wildcats and 13th-ranked Tarleton State Texans battled for 60 minutes in a game worthy of a conference championship. Fortunately, the Wildcats walked out … Continued
U.S. Department of Education grants $3.6 million to ACU
Abilene Christian University’s Department of Psychology has been awarded $3.6 million in research funding from the U.S. Department of Education as part of the recently announced Mental Health Service Professionals Demonstration Grant. The award is the largest federal grant ACU has received in the last 15 years. Under the leadership of Dr. Rachel Team, associate … Continued
ACU named top 50 nationally in Undergraduate Teaching and Undergraduate Research by U.S. News & World Report
Abilene Christian University joined an elite group of colleges nationwide to be honored for both teaching and research in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. Only 26 U.S. institutions ranked in the top 50 nationally in both “Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects” and “Undergraduate Teaching,” including only two Texas universities – ACU and … Continued
Academic News
ACU faculty authors honored by Christianity Today
Christianity Today’s annual book awards, announced this month, honor the recent publications of three Abilene Christian University faculty. Letters to a Future Saint, by Dr. Brad East, associate professor of Bible, Missions and Ministry, received the Award of Merit for 2024. In addition, Story, Ritual, Prophecy, Wisdom: Reading and Teaching the Bible Today, by Dr. … Continued
More than 500 students to receive degrees at ACU’s December Commencement
ACU will present 540 degrees this weekend in two Commencement ceremonies taking place at Moody Coliseum Friday and Saturday. The Friday, Dec. 13, ceremony at 7 p.m. will award 172 master’s and 63 doctoral degrees. On Saturday, Dec. 14, 305 bachelor’s degrees will be presented at 10 a.m. Both ceremonies will be livestreamed; visit acu.edu/commencement … Continued
ACU names former PFSweb CEO as College of Business dean
Abilene Christian University has appointed longtime technology and business executive Mike Willoughby (’86) as dean of the College of Business Administration, effective Jan. 2, 2025. Willoughby spent 24 years at PFSweb, most recently as CEO and board director. He guided the 2,500-employee public company with up to $340 million in annual revenue through complex changes … Continued
Alumni News
ACU Remembers: Pam Money
Former Abilene Christian University first lady Pam (Handy ’65) Money, 81, died Nov. 25, 2024, in Abilene, Texas. A memorial service is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 at University Church of Christ (733 E.N. 16th St., Abilene, Texas 79601), with family visitation immediately afterward. The service will also be available to watch by … Continued
ACU alum Halbert honored at NY cancer foundation gala
The New York Cancer Foundation honored an Abilene Christian University alumnus whose pioneering work in precision medicine helps patients receive better quality care through individualized treatment. David Dean Halbert (’78) received the Courage and Grace Award at the fourth annual Raising Hope Gala in New York City. The award was presented by Dr. Jeffrey Vacirca, … Continued
ACU Remembers: John Ray Godfrey
Sharp-shooting guard John Ray Godfrey (’68), one of the greatest all-around men’s basketball players in Abilene Christian University history, died Nov. 17, 2024, at age 80. Visitation is planned for 5:30 p.m., Nov. 18, and a funeral service at 2 p.m., Nov. 19, both at Peacock (Texas) First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Aspermont (Texas) … Continued
Campus News
More than 500 students to receive degrees at ACU’s December Commencement
ACU will present 540 degrees this weekend in two Commencement ceremonies taking place at Moody Coliseum Friday and Saturday. The Friday, Dec. 13, ceremony at 7 p.m. will award 172 master’s and 63 doctoral degrees. On Saturday, Dec. 14, 305 bachelor’s degrees will be presented at 10 a.m. Both ceremonies will be livestreamed; visit acu.edu/commencement … Continued
ACU faculty-in-residence program brings professors into unique communities with students
Three faculty members are making their homes among students in ACU’s newest freshman residence halls as part of the university’s faculty-in-residence program. Dr. Ken and Karen Cukrowski are residing in Wessel Hall, where they are part of the living-learning community for students from the Honors College. Ken is dean of the College of Biblical Studies and Karen … Continued
ACU partners with Bernhard to launch major energy infrastructure project
Abilene Christian University has entered into a long-term Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) partnership with Bernhard, a leader in energy infrastructure, to enhance the university’s campus energy efficiency and sustainability. This unique partnership allows ACU to better focus on its core mission of student success and academic excellence. Over the past several years, ACU has made significant investments … Continued
ACU Online
Easy Ways to End The Year With Gratitude
It’s official – 2024 is coming to a close. With every year that goes by, it’s natural to look back and find positive and negative moments to reflect on. Moments like when you accomplished a fitness goal or achieved a grade you worked so hard for, or maybe when you didn’t get the promotion you … Continued
Student Spotlight: Bill Mulligan
At the cool, hip age of 65 years old, Bill Mulligan actively commits his life to serving others around his community of Las Vegas, Nevada. Having just completed his undergraduate Certificate in Church Leadership: Foundations, Bill has a goal in mind that encompasses more than just being a chaplain or servant leader. He aims to … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Emmy Ammirati
Known as a lover of the written word and helper of students looking to perfect their writing skills, Emmy Ammirati shines as the assistant director of the ACU Online Writing Center. Having a wide range of skills in English, art and education, Emmy has proven herself to be a reliable and friendly face for students … Continued