Summers have been most unusual the last couple of years for ACU senior Caleb Hicks – and that’s one reason he chose ACU. Instead of enjoying the scenery in his hometown of Greeley, Colorado, Caleb has been conducting research, alongside world class scientists, at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory near Chicago and the Los Alamos … Continued
Remember the adage “Don’t judge a book by its cover” when meeting Dr. Rusty Towell (’90) for the first time. More to the point, don’t pre-judge Towell based on the cover of his scholarly books, publications and presentations. Don’t let titles like “Recent Measurements With the NIFFTE Fission TPC and the Potential to Advance Thorium … Continued
Playing sports is one of the most fundamental activities in our American culture. From watching the latest NBA match-up to hosting friends for the big football game to attending a little league team meeting, Americans place a huge emphasis on the importance of playing, supporting, and encouraging athletes to excel in a variety of sports. … Continued
Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degrees are rising across the board. According to Fortune, the best online Ed.D. programs have seen a steady upward trend of enrollment and completion rates due to the promising value the degree holds in the field of education. Unlike a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, an Ed.D. tells the world … 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
Enlisting in the military is a major accomplishment and honor for anyone. Today, there are over 1.3 million active duty U.S. Department of Defense members, including military servicemen, officers and enlisted personnel. Because of the sheer amount of active members joining the military for a variety of reasons, it brings up the question of what … 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
Radiating as a passionate educator and advocate for knowledge and research, Bashelia Ward, a student in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership program, aims to bridge her visions for restorative educational practices with her love for fostering equitable opportunities within marginalized communities across schools and districts. As a mom, researcher, and doctoral student … Continued
Community colleges have long been a vital part of the American higher education system. These institutions offer students the opportunity to pursue a variety of educational and training programs at an affordable cost. With lower tuition fees and a range of financial aid options, it’s no wonder that community colleges have provided students accessible pathways … Continued