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Freshman Follies returns for family weekend

Freshman Follies will return to campus once again this weekend for Family Weekend.  The event began in 1970 as an informal freshman skit and showcase […]

Football starts season 0-2 despite bright spots against Texas Tech

Quarterback Will Hammond and Texas Tech combined for 471 yards of offense in a 33-10 win over Abilene Christian on Saturday in Lubbock. The game […]

Six countries, one foundation

Five times. That is how many times Salam Abdelmassih read through the Bible in nine months while attending a School of Biblical Studies in Hawaii. […]

Police log: Multiple students found under the influence of alcohol

8/26/2026 1740 hrs. Medical, Practice Fields                                       […]

Students begin campaigning for SGA class representatives

The Student Government Association is starting up this fall with campaigning for class representatives. SGA held interest meetings on Aug. 25-27 and 31, and students […]

News

Beyond the ballot: Voting and civic engagement at ACU

October 16, 2026 By Taylor Harrison Leave a Comment

For ACU students planning to vote in the Nov. 3 general election, early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19, and runs through Friday, Oct. 30. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. The deadline to register to vote in Texas for this election was Monday, Oct. ... [Read More…]

Soccer gains confidence with strong road performances

October 16, 2026 By Carter Calvin Leave a Comment

ACU soccer is finding its rhythm as conference play continues, with the team gaining confidence from recent road wins and looking to carry momentum into the final stretch of the regular season. The Wildcats enter Friday’s matchup with a 6-2-5 overall ... [Read More…]

GSP 68-hour volleyball event fundraises for Hope Weavers

October 16, 2026 By Amelie Aquino Leave a Comment

Gamma Sigma Phi’s 68-hour volleyball fundraiser event is underway at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The event began at 7 p.m. on Thursday and will go on until Sunday at 3 p.m. Anyone can participate, even those from the Abilene ... [Read More…]

Sports

Volleyball sweeps Austin Peay for the second time this season

October 16, 2026 By Alexis Stanley Leave a Comment

The Wildcats swept Austin Peay, 3-0, Thursday night at the Winfield Dunn Center in Clarksville, Tennessee, earning their second sweep of the Governors this season. ACU improved to 13-6 overall and 5-2 in United Athletic Conference play, moving into a three-way tie for second place with North Alabama and Central Arkansas. The Wildcats bounced back […]

Watson delivers record breaking performance ahead of inaugural tournament

October 14, 2026 By Hayden DeLand Leave a Comment

Ahead of the inaugural Abilene Christian Intercollegiate tournament, the men’s golf team is coming off an 11th-place finish, one over par, at the Trinity Forest Invitational from Oct. 4-6. The Wildcats competed among 17 other teams, including the host team, SMU, and other Power Four programs such as USC and Baylor. ACU finished the first […]

Volleyball looking to finish strong with a chance at history

October 14, 2026 By Josiah Wonnell Leave a Comment

Abilene Christian’s four-game winning streak came to a halt on Saturday against cross-state rival Tarleton State. The Texans opened the match by scoring the first five points in the first set and maintained the lead throughout, securing a 25-16 win. Sets two and three followed a similar pattern, both ending 25-19 as the Wildcats stayed […]

Features

From Rwanda to ACU, Jabo pursues science and service

October 2, 2026 By Taylor Harrison Leave a Comment

Before coming to Abilene, Quentin Jabo had a different future in mind. Growing up in Kigali, Rwanda, Jabo attended a minor seminary and once planned to become a priest. His family supported the ... [Read More…]

Opinion

ACU finally played a complete half. Now it needs two.

October 9, 2026 By Caysson Higgins Leave a Comment

Opinion: Parks, the run game and a win: Now ACU has to prove it

September 25, 2026 By Caysson Higgins Leave a Comment

One Thing Needful

August 28, 2026 By Benjamin Peterson Leave a Comment

Letter from the editor: Learning to lead

May 7, 2026 By Ashley Henderson

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