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Dr. Sara Salkil Elected Chair of COAMFTE
ACU Student Cam Hazzard Wins World Championship Dunking Competition
Abilene Christian University junior Cam Hazzard – a triple major, an honors student, a trumpeter in ACU’s Big Purple Band – has now added “world champion dunker” to his resume, taking home the trophy and $500,000 in the Dunkman World Championship. After winning a preliminary round of the competition in July, Hazzard was one of … Continued
Invest in Your Career with ACU’s New Professional Leadership Workshops
Strong leadership is more than having the natural ability to lead. It develops through intentional learning and the willingness to grow alongside others. Whether you’re stepping into your first management role or leading an entire organization, the challenges of today’s workplace require leaders who can communicate, navigate change and inspire high-performing teams. To help new … Continued
ACU Theatre Alum Shines on Broadway’s Biggest Night
In the past year, ACU Theatre alumnus Eean Cochran (’14) has seen more than a few dreams move from someday to center stage. He recorded his first Broadway cast album. He performed with the cast of Ragtime in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. And, most recently, he stepped onto the stage at Radio City Music … Continued
Academic News
ACU Creates New Center for Pre-Law Professions
Abilene Christian University has established the Center for Pre-Law Professions – led by executive director Chris Riley, J.D., associate professor of government and criminal justice – to unify and enhance its growing pre-law program. The center will consolidate advising, recruiting, student programming, alumni engagement and professional preparation under a cohesive unit. This initiative reflects ACU’s … Continued
Dr. Carson Reed to Lead ACU’s College of Biblical Studies
Abilene Christian University named Dr. Carson Reed as dean of the College of Biblical Studies. In addition to his new role as dean, Reed continues to serve as executive director of ACU’s Siburt Institute for Church Ministry and is the O.L. and Irene Frazer Professor for Church Enrichment. “Dr. Reed has demonstrated a deep commitment … Continued
ACU Joins CFA Institute University Affiliation Program
Abilene Christian University has been welcomed into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, offering new opportunities for students and demonstrating alignment with professional credentialing. The affiliation recognizes that the Dukes School of Finance incorporates at least 70% of the CFA Program curriculum into its courses and places emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics … Continued
Alumni News
ACU Theatre Alum Shines on Broadway’s Biggest Night
In the past year, ACU Theatre alumnus Eean Cochran (’14) has seen more than a few dreams move from someday to center stage. He recorded his first Broadway cast album. He performed with the cast of Ragtime in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. And, most recently, he stepped onto the stage at Radio City Music … Continued
Alumnus Shares Story of Survival at United Nations
At age 8, Serge Gasore (’09), witnessed the deaths of his grandmother and brothers during the Rwandan Genocide. An experience that could have robbed him of hope instead instilled in him a calling to promote peace and justice. When Gasore was asked to share his story on one of the world’s largest stages, that calling … Continued
ACU Presents Alumni Awards to Dude Perfect Editor, Medical School CEO
Abilene Christian University presented its two highest alumni honors at the annual Alumni Day Luncheon, Sunday, March 29, to John Warner, M.D., CEO of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and executive vice president at Ohio State, and to Tim Holt, vice president of post production for Dude Perfect. Tim Holt, Young Alumnus of … Continued
Campus News
ACU’s Annual Summit to Focus on Romans 12, Genuine Love
Christian leaders and church members from across the country will gather at Abilene Christian University this October to explore the transformative power of love at the 120th annual Summit Oct. 7-9. Registration continues through Sept. 22. The annual event, part of the university’s Siburt Institute for Church Ministry, provides conversations about faith and life for … Continued
ACU Student Cam Hazzard to Compete in Shaq’s World Championship Dunking Competition
Abilene Christian University junior Cam Hazzard is a triple major, an honors student, a trumpeter in ACU’s Big Purple Band, and on Tuesday could add “world champion dunker” to his already impressive resume. After winning a preliminary round of the competition in July, Hazzard is one of eight dunkers who will vie for the title … Continued
ACU Student Cam Hazzard Wins World Championship Dunking Competition
Abilene Christian University junior Cam Hazzard – a triple major, an honors student, a trumpeter in ACU’s Big Purple Band – has now added “world champion dunker” to his resume, taking home the trophy and $500,000 in the Dunkman World Championship. After winning a preliminary round of the competition in July, Hazzard was one of … Continued
ACU Online
Dr. Sara Salkil Elected Chair of COAMFTE
For Dr. Sara Salkil, a 16-year career dedicated to marriage and family therapy has led to an opportunity to help shape the future of the field on a national level. The Abilene Christian University (ACU) faculty member was recently elected by her fellow Commissioners to serve as Chair-Elect of the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage … Continued
Growing Educational Leadership Skills Abroad
For many doctoral students, research lives on computer screens, in scholarly journals and in classroom discussions. However, this past summer, 16 students in Abilene Christian University’s (ACU) online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership program had the opportunity to take their research beyond the classroom through a six-day immersive study-abroad experience in Oxford, England. … Continued
Student Spotlight: Lexi Jaramillo
For Lexi Jaramillo, sports have always been more than a pastime. Growing up in Austin, Texas, she began playing soccer at just 4 years old, developing a lifelong connection to sports and competition. Years later, that passion would help point her toward a new professional goal: building a career where her passion for sports and … Continued