A blog on the latest news and events for ACU faculty and staff
Join us Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in Boone Family Theatre as we launch a new series designed to bring speakers of national significance to Abilene for engaging discussions on global issues. The inaugural Big Country Conversations event features political analysts Paul Begala and Karl Rove, who will offer their unique perspectives on the presidential election and what’s next for the U.S. and Texas. The event is open to the community, and tickets are available for $25.
Join Campus Activities Board and ResLife for the first-ever Boo Bash fall festival on Thursday, October 31st, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM in the Library Parking Lot. The event will include live entertainment, a haunted house hosted by ResLife, free food, games, prizes, contests, and more. Host a booth! All Student Organizations and Departments are invited to participate in the event. The deadline to sign up is Thursday, October 24th. Sign up here. If you would like to perform at the event, audition to be one of the entertainers at Boo Bash by sending a recording of you or your band performing. The deadline to submit your video is Wednesday, October 23rd, at 11:59 pm. Submit your video here. The event will be open to the ACU community and will have something for big and small kids alike.
Join Campus Activities Board and ResLife for the first-ever Boo Bash fall festival on Thursday, October 31st, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM in the Library Parking Lot. The event will include live entertainment, a haunted house hosted by ResLife, free food, games, prizes, contests, and more. The event will be open to the ACU community and will have something for big and small kids alike.
Through a recently expanded partnership with Apple, ACU Information Technology is now able to facilitate the purchase of iPads for university use. Purchasing iPads through IT has two key benefits: First, in many cases, IT may be able to purchase the devices for a lower cost than other vendors and pass those savings on to your department. Second, iPads purchased through IT are automatically tied into our Apple School account, allowing us to reset the device even if an employee leaves the device signed in when they depart. Requests to purchase an iPad can be facilitated by contacting the IT Support Center at 325-674-5555 or support@acu.edu.
Calling all staff! Let’s have lunch together! In an effort to encourage community among staff across departments, let’s meet in the Bean Smart Room monthly and have lunch together. This is a self-pay event this is intended to provide the opportunity for any staffers looking for community to connect. Our first lunch will be Nov. 19 at 12pm. Other dates scheduled are Nov. 19, Dec. 5, Jan. 28, and Feb. 13, all beginning at 12pm. If you have any questions, email or call Ola Mae Bulkley, omb19a@acu.edu or extension 3732.
Growth Hormone (GH) and Aging – Is Decreased GH a Good Thing?
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Dr. Kopchick, a distinguished professor at Ohio University, is renowned for his groundbreaking work, including the development of the FDA-approved drug Somavert for treating acromegaly. With over 430 publications and numerous prestigious awards, his research continues to shape the understanding of growth, diabetes, cancer and aging. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a leading figure in science. Please invite your students and colleagues!
Join us at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, in the Hunter Welcome Center for a night full of lights! Diwali is the flagship fall event for the Indian Culture Association, celebrating the vibrant Festival of Lights. The celebration provides an inclusive experience for everyone, featuring cultural performances, Indian cuisine and engaging activities highlighting the richness of Indian heritage. It aims to bring together students, faculty, staff and the broader community for a festive evening of joy, connection and shared traditions. Tickets are $12 per person through Oct. 27 and $16 after. Sponsorships are also available. Learn more and register today.
ACU is bringing eHealth Screenings back on campus for your convenience! Complete your complimentary biometric screening to help earn points toward your 2026 wellness credit. All employees and spouses enrolled in ACU’s medical plan for 2026 must complete a biometric screening & annual physical with their physician by 07/31/2025 to avoid the wellness premium surcharge in 2026.
Onsite Screening Dates and Times: Hunter Welcome Center, October 23rd and 24th, 7:30-12:00 p.m. To register for your screening, visit this link. The screening key is HMA242.
REMEMBER: You must fast (no food) for 9 hours before your appointment. Please drink plenty of water. Black coffee is permitted. Continue to take any prescription medications. If you have diabetes, please consult your physician before fasting.
If you cannot attend one of the onsite screenings, whether you are a remote employee or due to a schedule conflict, you can download a form on the eHealth website to complete your screening with your physician.
Please see the attached flyer for additional information on scheduling an appointment or accessing the physician form.
The Marketing Division is excited to introduce Canto, a user-friendly platform designed for browsing and downloading a curated collection of official ACU photos and logos. This resource is available to all employees with an ACU email address.
How to Use Canto: Need a logo or professional photo for an ACU project? Canto serves as your go-to asset library for everything ACU! You can easily search for and download the logos or photos you need. To get started, watch this quick 60-second tutorial. Then, visit acu.canto.com and select “Login using SSO” to begin your search.
What to Expect: Canto features a carefully curated selection of the best photos from various ACU events and campus scenes. We will continuously update the library with new images to enhance your creative projects. You can also find ACU’s primary logos available for download, and as we move forward, expect additional logos to be added.
Explore Canto today and elevate your ACU projects with our official assets!
Please help us honor the more than 3 decades of service Tim Johnston has given to ACU at a retirement celebration on Friday, Dec. 13 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm in the Mabee business building Petty Atrium. There will be a formal presentation at 3:45 pm.
