Category: Features
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
Building Belonging Through the First-Year Experience
Moving into your dorm with help from the university president. Watching a West Texas sunrise while singing praise songs. Sharing a home-cooked meal at your professor’s house. These moments define the first-year experience at Ģý, where relationship-building is as essential as class attendance. This intentional community-building begins on move-in day, when students are immediately welcomed … Continued
FilmFest Gets Students on Set in Abilene and Beyond
Ģý’s student film festival returned to the historic Paramount Theatre this spring for the 22nd premiere event to celebrate student achievement in film. The event featured projects from 14 teams, including narrative, documentary and animated films represented. The theme of FilmFest 2026 was “On Set,” and the evening included past and present judges and mentors … Continued
First Year to First Job: Ģý’s Career Development Model Prepares Students for Success
Career development at Ģý goes far beyond resume tips and LinkedIn best practices. Faculty, staff and alumni form a network of support for students that extends from their first course to their career launch. For Kyla Karleskint, associate director of career development at Ģý, witnessing students’ progression is the most rewarding part of the job. … Continued
Ģý Awards Honorary Doctorate to Entertainer Amy Grant
Ģý presented six-time Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Amy Grant with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree March 28 at the university’s annual President’s Circle Dinner. Grant also performed at the event, which honors Ģý’s most generous donors. The honorary degree recognizes her extraordinary contributions to contemporary Christian music and her enduring … Continued
A defining Ģý experience: Study Abroad in action
When Langley Smith boarded her flight to Uruguay to study abroad, she expected a semester of travel and new scenery. What she didn’t anticipate was how deeply the experience would reshape her sense of identity, community and calling. Smith’s first study abroad experience was to Ģý’s hub location in Montevideo, Uruguay, in Fall 2023. Later, … Continued
Abilene Christian Intercollegiate to debut in October 2026 at Halbert National
Officials from Ģý Athletics, Golf Channel and HNS Sports Group announced on Wednesday a multi-year partnership to host a new collegiate golf tournament, the Abilene Christian Intercollegiate. The competition will be held annually at Halbert National in Granbury, Texas. The inaugural event will take place October 19-21, 2026. The three-day tournament will feature … Continued
Students find special community in Ģý’s Honors College
When senior Abigail Countess arrived on the Ģý campus four years ago, she didn’t yet know where to find her classrooms or how to navigate college life. But she did know one thing: she wanted community. She found it in the Honors College, surrounded by classmates who shared her curiosity, drive and faith … Continued
Service learning at Ģý challenges students to make a global difference
Service learning – a hallmark of the Ģý experience – is one of the many reasons U.S. News & World Report has again recognized Ģý among the nation’s best in its 2026 rankings. For the seventh consecutive year, Ģý earned top marks in the “Programs That Enhance Student Experience” category, including ranking #11 … Continued