Lory Chrane was originally a special education major before stepping into the world of speech-language pathology. Before she joined the Wildcat family, Lory attended Valdosta State University in Georgia until she met her soon-to-be husband. After they married, she transferred to Abilene Christian University (ACU) in her junior year to pursue a B.A. in Communication … Continued
Charlotte, NC – The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has announced a new partnership with Abilene Christian University (ACU) in Abilene, Texas. The partnership facilitates higher education opportunities for those working within the association and its member schools. “At Abilene Christian University, we’re proud to partner with the NJCAA to expand access to high-quality, flexible education … Continued
When Langley Smith boarded her flight to Uruguay to study abroad, she expected a semester of travel and new scenery. What she didn’t anticipate was how deeply the experience would reshape her sense of identity, community and calling. Smith’s first study abroad experience was to ACU’s hub location in Montevideo, Uruguay, in Fall 2023. Later, … Continued
If you were to ask Haana Gibbs what she appreciates most about ACU Online’s combined M.S. in Nutrition with Dietetic Internship, she’d give several different answers. She might discuss the program’s flexibility that allows her to continue working part-time. She might mention the smaller class sizes that create space for meaningful learning and discussion. Or … Continued
Officials from Abilene Christian University Athletics, Golf Channel and HNS Sports Group announced on Wednesday a multi-year partnership to host a new collegiate golf tournament, the Abilene Christian Intercollegiate. The competition will be held annually at Halbert National in Granbury, Texas. The inaugural event will take place October 19-21, 2026. The three-day tournament will feature … Continued
Abilene Christian University is proud to announce Dr. Kristin Koetting O’Byrne, college professor in ACU Online’s Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership program, as the 2025 ACU Online Teacher of the Year. Known affectionately as “Dr. KK” to the Wildcat community, Kristin has made a lasting impact through her dedication to student growth, her passion for positive … Continued
For many students majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD), the ultimate goal is clear: becoming a certified speech-language pathologist. But the journey from a bachelor’s degree to professional practice requires one essential step: earning a master’s degree. At ACU, we’ve designed our fully online Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) to make that … Continued
Cody Record went from being an educator to helping educators by providing education solutions for classrooms as the Assistant Director of Region 10 ESC. His journey began when he realized he was ready to pursue his Ed.D. However, as a husband and father to two young daughters, he needed a program that would allow him … Continued
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is announcing the launch of a new, fully online degree program: the Master of Education in Instructional Learning with Teacher Certification. Curated for individuals called to lead, teach and help students in the classroom, ACU prepares students for future roles, equipping them with the skills needed for curriculum design, learning theory … Continued