Category: ACU Online
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Alison Busick
Dr. Alison Busick did not always envision a career in healthcare administration, but an early role she held while pursuing her undergraduate degree introduced her to the industry and ultimately shaped her professional journey. What began as a college job soon opened the door to a wide range of opportunities within healthcare systems, allowing her … Continued
ACU Announces New Partnership with the Region 20 ESC
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is proud to announce a new partnership with Region 20 Education Service Center (ESC-20), expanding access to affordable, flexible educational opportunities for employees across South Central Texas. Through this collaboration, Region 20 ESC employees will receive a tuition discount on all fully online degree and certificate programs offered by ACU, as … Continued
How to Make Time for Yourself While Working in a Helping Profession
Helping professionals dedicate their careers to supporting, educating and caring for others, often placing the needs of their patients, clients or students before their own. While these careers can be deeply rewarding, they can also be emotionally and mentally demanding. Long hours and constant exposure to others’ challenges can make it difficult for professionals to … Continued
Student Spotlight: Bucky Wright
For Bucky Wright, returning to college was never about starting a new career. It was about finishing what he started, growing in his faith and setting an example for his children. Before enrolling in Abilene Christian University’s (ACU) online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program, Bucky spent years serving in various law enforcement roles … Continued
Everything You Need to Know About Pre-Nursing
Nursing is a helping profession rooted in service, compassion and the ability to care for others in meaningful ways. As the demand for healthcare continues to grow, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates there are approximately 189,100 new nursing openings each year, creating strong opportunities for those called to the field. A pre-nursing certificate serves … Continued
Student Spotlight: Rashan Legard
Rashan Legard’s academic journey began with earning a bachelor’s degree in communications and broadcasting in 2011. Like many new graduates, he was getting ready to step into the job market and begin his career. He soon realized how difficult it was to get a job, facing multiple rejections, he decided to pursue something bigger. “That … Continued
ACU Announces Adjunct Teachers of the Year
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is proud to announce the Online Adjunct Teachers of the Year. At ACU, we aim to provide students with quality education that prepares them to lead in their respective fields of study. These adjunct professors were nominated by their peers for their exceptional teaching abilities and the work that they do … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kimberly McLeod
For most educators, the teaching journey can begin with a clear calling. For Dr. Kimberly McLeod, her journey was one of discovery and was shaped by experience, faith and a deep passion for helping others. With an education career that has spanned decades, she has assumed various roles as a teacher, administrator and school counselor … Continued
ACU’s New Partnership with Region 3 ESC
Abilene Christian University is honored to announce a new partnership with the Region 3 Education Service Center (ESC). This partnership will continue to support ACU’s commitment to enabling communities and students to further their education and careers through higher education. Region 3 ESC provides professional development and innovative learning solutions to schools, equipping students with … Continued