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The Student Government Association allocated $36,500 among various student organizations at its semi-annual budget meeting on Thursday. Student organizations received more funding …
Fraternities and Sororities begin New Member Orientation
5 days ago · Note: The original headline said ‘Fraternities and Sororities begin pledging,’ but it has been corrected with the official title ‘New Member Orientation.’ The New Member …
Jo Koons looks to ‘establish a culture’ in first season as head coach
3 days ago · The softball season is scheduled to start on February 6 in College Station at the Texas A&M Tournament when they are scheduled to play five games, the first of Head Coach …
ACU’s next athletics move needs to take some time – and winning
Dec 13, 2024 · After ACU won the United Athletic Conference championship, some fans are wondering if this is the university’s chance to break into the FBS. Not just yet. Instant …
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Jan 23, 2025 · The Student Government Association allocated $36,500 among various student organizations at its semi-annual budget meeting on Thursday. Student organizations received …
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The Optimist is the student media operation of Abilene Christian University. Its staff is advised by members of the faculty and staff of ACU’s Department of Journalism and Mass …
Baseball’s Crutcher Scott Field races to meet construction deadline
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 …
ACU defeats Tarleton to clinch conference championship, FCS …
The Wildcats made history Saturday night in Stephenville, where No. 14 ACU defeated the No. 13 Tarleton State Texans 35-31 in the I-20 rivalry game. The eighth win of the season secured a …
Homecoming events promote community, connection - The …
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 …
Endowment, other factors boost ACU on Forbes ranking
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 …