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Breaking down the madness: Predictions, upsets, contenders

It’s the most magical time of the year: March Madness.  A tournament highlighted by being the biggest postseason gauntlet in sports. The storylines, the drama, […]

‘Cats roll past Lions with 33 runs, take 2-of-3 in weekend series

The Wildcats earned their third series win of the season with a 22-11 victory Sunday over Loyola Marymount, taking the second and third games of […]

COBA students outperform LSU, Florida, others to win national digital marketing title

The Dukes School of Finance and the College of Business Administration competed last month at the National Collegiate Digital Marketing Championship in Nashville, Tennessee, and […]

Student body president, vice president candidates debate as elections begin

The study body’s presidential and vice presidential candidates participated in an on-campus debate on Tuesday in Hart Auditorium. Elections opened at noon, immediately following the […]

Softball secures Power Four victory, looks forward to UTA

After securing its first Power Four victory since April 20, 2022, with a win over the University of Utah, 9-4, on Thursday, the softball team […]

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COBA students outperform LSU, Florida, others to win national digital marketing title

March 17, 2026 By Fermin Moreno Leave a Comment

The Dukes School of Finance and the College of Business Administration competed last month at the National Collegiate Digital Marketing Championship in Nashville, Tennessee, and won COBA's second national case competition of the academic ... [Read More…]

Student body president, vice president candidates debate as elections begin

March 17, 2026 By Makayla Clayton Leave a Comment

The study body's presidential and vice presidential candidates participated in an on-campus debate on Tuesday in Hart Auditorium. Elections opened at noon, immediately following the debate, and will remain open through Friday at 3 p.m. Josh Hamm ... [Read More…]

Dr. Miraslov Volf speaks to community about new book, ‘The Cost of Ambition’

March 10, 2026 By Amelie Aquino Leave a Comment

Dr. Miraslov Volf, the founder and director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture at Yale Divinity School, spoke at the Fulks Theatre inside the William Performing Arts Center on Monday. Volf's lecture covered his new book, “The Cost of ... [Read More…]

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Wildcats return home for three-match weekend homestand

March 20, 2026 By Caysson Higgins Leave a Comment

Men’s tennis returns to its home courts this weekend for a three-match homestand, welcoming UTSA on Friday before hosting Hardin-Simmons and UT Permian Basin in a Saturday doubleheader. Friday’s match against UTSA begins at 1 p.m. at the ACU Tennis Pavilion. Saturday’s action tips off at 9 a.m. against Hardin-Simmons, followed by a 5 p.m. […]

Outdoor track and field season to open at home

March 20, 2026 By Joshua Varner Leave a Comment

After a record-setting end to the indoor season, the track & field team is making its mark as the outdoor season kicks off.  The change in season means a lot of competition changes – more than just competing out in the sun.  To begin, the track will change from a 200-meter banked track to a […]

Breaking down the madness: Predictions, upsets, contenders

March 18, 2026 By Roman Raffaeli Leave a Comment

It’s the most magical time of the year: March Madness.  A tournament highlighted by being the biggest postseason gauntlet in sports. The storylines, the drama, the talent and the history all make for one of the best sports watching experiences a fan can have.  With that being said, absolutely nothing is guaranteed when these teams […]

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Poetry packs the room: Students respond to art exhibit with poetry reading

March 4, 2026 By Callie Leverett Leave a Comment

Students and faculty gathered on Feb. 19 to hear original poems crafted by student poets in Dr. Steven Moore’s ENGL 323 class, despite worries of decreasing public interest. The poems responded to the ... [Read More…]

Opinion

Breaking down the madness: Predictions, upsets, contenders

March 18, 2026 By Roman Raffaeli Leave a Comment

Every Christian should be unabashedly pro-life

March 5, 2026 By Benjamin Peterson Leave a Comment

Prediction markets are dominating college athletics, but no one is talking about it

March 3, 2026 By Daniel Curd Leave a Comment

Abilene is more interesting than you think

February 20, 2026 By Olivia Cromis Leave a Comment

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BREAKING NEWS: Voting is open for the 103rd student body president and vice president. The voting will close on Friday at 3 p.m.

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Several ACU students were removed from the seating behind the Utah Valley bench late in the fourth quarter while arguing with UVU fans. After a conversation with ACUPD and other staff members, they were relocated to the stands near the UVU bench on the south baseline.

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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Check out this wider view of the snow on campus from our drone shots over the weekend!Wednesday classes will move to remote instruction, and offices will remain closed.🎥: Daniel Curd #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #winterstorm ... See MoreSee Less

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