By Loretta Fulton Abilene’s three university campuses are already buzzing with activity in preparation for the beginning of classes on Aug. 25. Among the highlights of the opening of the fall semester are: ACU students are in for two treats this week during Wildcat Week. A candlelight devotional will begin at 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, in Beauchamp Amphitheatre in
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By Aravind Mohan I was born and brought up in the heart of South India, in a city that was once called Madras and is now known as Chennai. It is a bustling metropolitan city, full of energy, culture, and endless opportunities. Growing up there was a memorable experience. I remember the early morning temple bells, the constant hum of
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McMurry University has rejoined the American Southwest Conference for athletic competition beginning in the 2026-27 academic year. McMurry will join Hardin-Simmons University once again as members of the same athletic conference. McMurry previously was a member of the American Southwest Conference before joining the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference in 2024. According to a news release, the move was imperative for
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Dr. Willie James Jennings, a theology professor at Yale Divinity School, will be guest speaker for the Bennett-Wilson Lectures at McMurry University on Tuesday, March 18. The free presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Matthew’s Auditorium in McMurry’s Old Main. Theme is “Who are My People?” Jennings is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Systematic Theology and Africana Studies
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Editor’s Note: Ramadan, a month of devotion, abstinence, and spiritual reflection for Muslims worldwide, will be observed from Friday evening, Feb. 28, through Saturday, March 29. The following explanation of Ramadan was written by McMurry University student Faez Mufti. By Faez Mufti Ramadan: A Month of Spiritual Renewal and DevotionRamadan, the ninth lunar calendar month whose cycles track the moon,
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McMurry and Abilene Christian universities are hosting Black History Month programs in upcoming weeks. McMurry will feature its third annual Black History Month Luncheon 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, in the Garrison United Methodist Campus Center, Mabee Room A. Individual tickets are $30. Featured speaker will be Dr. Hope Pamplin, current McMurry board member, who will speak on “Authentically
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By Loretta Fulton “Horizon Dawning” not only was the title but also the tone of the United Women in Faith conference held Friday and Saturday in Abilene. United Women in Faith is the name of the women’s organization of the United Methodist Church, although membership is open to women of other denominations. They met Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9, in Abilene
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By Loretta Fulton McMurry University welcomed its 11th president, Dr. Lynne Murray, at a news conference and reception Friday, Sept. 27. She will take office in January. Murray was introduced by Dr. Sandra Harper, current McMurry president who will retire at the end of the year. David Bailey, chair of the search committee, and Kathi Edwards, chair of the board
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By Loretta Fulton Abilene’s three universities recorded fall enrollment increases over previous years, with McMurry and Abilene Christian universities setting consecutive records. For the first time in several years, Hardin-Simmons University showed an increase, with 1,665 students. That number reflects an 8.5 percent increase in first-time freshman, the university reported. “This growth, along with steady retention rates, has contributed to
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