1/26/2025 2350 hrs. Alarm, Bullock Hall ACUPD and AFD responded to an alarm call inside Bullock Hall. It was determined an overloaded washer machine caused […]

4 days ago · On January 20, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion,” aimed at tightening immigration enforcement and border security. The order prioritizes the removal of unauthorized immigrants, strengthens collaboration between federal and local law enforcement, and encourages voluntary departures. University Impact As immigration ...

4 days ago · The Optimist and ACUTV partnered together to produce a 3-hour live election show on Tuesday night. A team of 25 students worked for weeks preparing while doing research and interviews with guests like Dr. Phil Schubert and Rep. Stan Lambert.

Feb 5, 2025 · The Optimist and ACUTV partnered together to produce a 3-hour live election show on Tuesday night. A team of 25 students worked for weeks preparing while doing research and interviews with guests like Dr. Phil Schubert and Rep. Stan Lambert.

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 […]

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.

Feb 3, 2025 · ACU Online’s Psychology and Business Management programs were recognized as the nation’s best online bachelor’s programs by U.S. News & World Report. The Psychology program, which is the only nationally recognized program in Texas, was ranked #18 for the first time. The business management program, which was ranked #79, appeared on the list for the […]

Football will kick off its season against Texas Tech on Saturday in Lubbock. This game will mark the first of two to be played against the Red Raiders, the latter coming in September of 2026. This weekend’s matchup has been highly anticipated among the ACU fanbase as it marks Head Coach Keith Patterson’s return to […]

Dec 13, 2024 · Before the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, Generation Z was described as “woke,” “overly progressive” or "just a bunch of snowflakes.”

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