Experience
the World.
Welcome to the ACU Center for Careers and Experiential Learning. Stretch yourself through new experiences. Engage in meaningful intercultural exchanges. Create original work alongside faculty. Prepare yourself professionally. Grow spiritually.

ACU EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Experiential Learning Grant
In an effort to support students’ engagement in experiential learning, we are excited to launch our application for summer Experiential Learning Grants. Students can apply for up to $500 to use towards an experiential learning opportunity including internships, international education/study abroad, and/or research or creative projects. Expenses that would be considered may include travel costs, registration fees, housing support, and educational expenses. All grants will be awarded post-experience.

Career Development
Helping students gain valuable experience and acquire new skills and knowledge while giving employers the opportunity to evaluate talent.

Compass
Helping students gain valuable experience and acquire new skills and knowledge while giving employers the opportunity to evaluate talent.
Internships
Helping students gain valuable experience and acquire new skills and knowledge while giving employers the opportunity to evaluate talent.
Missions
Mobilizing any student from any major to serve through short-term and summer experiences alongside work God is already doing, throughout the world.
Study Abroad
Sending students on a once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity with a Christ-centered community to experience new perspectives and serve the world.
Undergrad Research
Facilitating faculty-mentored support for undergraduate scholars making original intellectual and creative contributions to their disciplines.

ACU EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
What is the Value of Experiential Learning?
Experiential Learning is…
What Our Students are Saying
Mitchell Bradford
“One thing I like most about my internship (at the NEXT lab) is the opportunity to learn. There is so much to do and to learn from working here, and also I like the goals that NEXT is wanting to achieve.”
Felix Mbikogbia
“I am so thankful for the opportunity to participate in the Undergraduate Research Festival as a member of the ACU McNair Scholars Program. My project would not have been possible without the guidance and mentorship of Dr. Steven Moore, James Scudder, and the wonderful professors that encouraged me along the way. My time as a McNair Scholar has added to my already amazing experience as an ACU student and has helped me grow as a researcher.”
Tres Cox
“Living in Leipzig for a semester was an unforgettable adventure! It gave me the opportunity to learn and grow in a new environment while immersed in rich history, culture, and traditions. Not only did I fall in love with Leipzig, but I also collected memories and experiences that will last a lifetime! Studying abroad transformed and broadened my global perspective, shaping me into who I am today! Do not miss out on the opportunity to live and learn abroad in Leipzig!”
Georgia Siegel
About ACCEL
Learn more about the ACU Center for Careers and Experiential Learning.
Find us at the east entrance
to the Brown Library
Stop in and chat with us on your way to study, grab Starbucks, or create something in the Maker Lab.
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed: Weekends & Holidays
Summer & Break Hours May Vary
Our Team

ACCEL
Brittany Deeg
Executive Director of Experiential Learning
bnd24@acu.edu (325) 674-4894
Career Development
Kyla Karleskint
Associate Director of Career Development
ksk23b@acu.edu (325) 674-4801
Compass
Payton Herring
Student Experience Specialist
peh19a@acu.edu (325) 674-4933
Internships
Anne Hocking
Director of Internships and Vocational Formation
akc16c@acu.edu
(325) 674-4989
Missions
Zane McGee, Ph.D.
Director of Halbert Center for Missions and Global Service
zane.mcgee@acu.edu
(325) 674-3769
Study Abroad
Mark Barneche
Executive Director of International Education and Study Abroad
mark.barneche@acu.edu
(325) 674-2317
Undergrad Research
Candice Ortbals-Wiser, Ph.D.
Faculty Director of
Undergraduate Research
uresearch@acu.edu (325) 674-6909
ACU Center for Careers & Experiential Learning
ACU Box 28261
Abilene, TX 79699