The Student Government Association allocated $36,500 among various student organizations at its semi-annual budget meeting on Thursday. Student organizations received more funding this semester than […]

Jan 22, 2025 · While construction continues on Crutcher Scott Field, the the university’s plans remain the same: play the first Wildcat home ballgame on Feb. 21.. Still, the aggressive timeline presents its challenges, university officials said, as this project broke ground just three days after the conclusion of last season, making it a short eight-month full remodel.

2 days ago · The Office of Spiritual Life has begun the new year and the new semester with key changes to small group Chapels, including the addition of a mandatory meeting for small group chapel leaders. The changes come with a set of three goals that The Office of Spiritual Life has in the spring semester. “Our three words […]

2 days ago · For many ACU students, Beltway Park Church is a home away from home, and now that home is undergoing renovations. David McQueen, who has led the church for more than two decades as Beltway’s lead pastor, will hand the role of lead pastor to the church’s teaching pastor. Geoffrey Turner will become lead pastor, while […]

Jan 31, 2025 · The Office of Spiritual Life’s plan for Moody Chapel in the spring semester includes speakers who will share their testimonies. Chapel production will also look different with the addition of new lights and a fog machine to the set. “This year is about exploring how God works through stories in Scripture and in our personal […]

Jan 29, 2025 · The Office of Spiritual Life's plan for Moody Chapel in the spring semester includes speakers who will share their testimonies. Chapel production will also look different with the addition of new lights and a fog machine to the set.

Greek Life began the spring semester with the first round of invitational rushes, which finished Tuesday night. Potential new members are required to fill out their club rankings using the Suitable app before noon on Wednesday. According to an email from Robin McPherson, senior coordinator of fraternities and sororities, late submissions will not be accepted. […]

Aug 29, 2024 · ACU received an A on the Forbes 2024 college financial grade list, which highlights the financial stability of private universities in the nation. The Forbes 2024 college financial grades list was released earlier this month. Nearly 900 private universities were ranked, and ACU was in the top 50. Forbes calculates each college’s GPA by using […]

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Oct 17, 2024 · Students and alumni will have the opportunity to connect at this year’s Homecoming, which is themed “The Sky’s the Limit.” While students spent the week participating in activities like as late-night breakfast, a scavenger hunt and Sherbet with Schubert, the celebrations are only just getting started. Friday will begin with Praise Day Chapel at 11 […]