The mission of the ACU Dallas Applied Research Center (ARC) is to equip students and faculty to engage in meaningful and quality research in service to local and global communities that examines real-world challenges and informs the development of innovative solutions. To this end, the ARC:
- Provides student and faculty training and resources that enhance research knowledge and skills;
- Provides seed funding for faculty research and facilitates faculty pursuit of external research funding;
- Provides student research fellowship opportunities;
- Provides opportunities to feature student and faculty research through an annual conference, annual research excellence awards, and publications;
- Cultivates opportunities for student-faculty research collaborations;
- Facilitates opportunities for multidisciplinary research efforts among faculty; and
- Facilitates research partnerships with community-based organizations.
The work of the ARC can be viewed through the biblical story of Noah’s Ark. Noah’s Ark was a vessel of salvation, preserving life and ushering in a new era of hope and renewal (Genesis 6:14-22). Similarly, “The ARC” can symbolize a space where knowledge, ideas, and solutions are safeguarded and cultivated for the betterment of humanity, ensuring progress and resilience in an ever-changing world. We welcome you to join us on this journey of advancing knowledge toward transformative discoveries while honoring our faith, purpose, and sense of collective belonging.
