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Senior Capstone is crowning experience for ACU undergraduates
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
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
Academic News
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
ACU recognized for best online bachelor’s in psychology and business programs by U.S. News & World Report
Abilene Christian University has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as having two of the nation’s best online bachelor’s programs – in psychology and business – for 2025. The Best Online Bachelor’s Programs list highlights ACU’s online Bachelor of Science in business management program, which ranked #79 nationally and appeared on the list … Continued
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
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
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
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 Online
Top Jobs for 2025
It’s a new year and that means new career possibilities, especially for those who are looking to make a change or start something new. Whether you’re looking for a fully remote, hybrid or in-person job, there are a multitude of opportunities available in a variety of fields. According to Forbes Business, the job market for … Continued
ACU Partners with Trinity Valley Community College, Offering Tuition Discount Benefits for Employees
Working in tandem to help fellow colleges upskill their personnel, Abilene Christian University (ACU) is excited to announce a brand new partnership with Trinity Valley Community College in Athens, Texas by providing their employees a ten percent (10%) discount on all ACU’s online undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs. Once interested applicants meet ACU’s admission standards, … Continued
ACU recognized for best online bachelor’s in psychology and business programs by U.S. News & World Report
Abilene Christian University has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as having two of the nation’s best online bachelor’s programs – in psychology and business – for 2025. The Best Online Bachelor’s Programs list highlights ACU’s online Bachelor of Science in business management program, which ranked #79 nationally and appeared on the list … Continued