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OUR MISSION

Austin Christian University exists to develop Christ-centered entrepreneurs who will transform the marketplace and expand God's kingdom through business, innovation, and servant leadership.

We believe that the next generation of Christian leaders needs more than theoretical knowledge—they need hands-on experience, deep theological grounding, and a community that challenges them to excellence in every area of life. Keep scrolling to see where we've been, what we believe, and where we're going.

Leadership

Connor Champion

Connor Champion

University President

Connor Champion is the founding president of Austin Christian University. With a background in high-performance coaching and leadership development—including mentoring Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels and NFL quarterback Dak Prescott—Connor brings deep vision, strategic insight, and spiritual conviction.

In 2023, he followed God's call to establish a Christian business university built on Christ, Craft, and Culture. Today, Connor leads Austin Christian University with a passion to cultivate Christ-centered leaders. Connor and his wife, Rheagan, live in Georgetown, Texas.

Executive Team

Dr. Brent Shaw

Dr. Brent Shaw

Provost

Laura Beth Shufelt

Laura Beth Shufelt

Chief of Staff

Dr. Lars Ostervold

Dr. Lars Ostervold

Chief Technology Officer

Steven Anderson

Steven Anderson

Director of Operations

Avery Montgomery

Avery Montgomery

Director of Student Life

Board of Directors

Roger Bringmann

Roger Bringmann

NVIDIA

Brad Lomenick

Brad Lomenick

BLINC

Vance Roush

Vance Roush

Overflow

Gabe Lyons

Gabe Lyons

THINQ Media

Garrett Booth

Garrett Booth

Grace Church

Jacob Williamson

Jacob Williamson

Celebration Church

Melissa Peak

Melissa Peak

Servant.io

Joe Champion

Joe Champion

Celebration Church

Lori Champion

Lori Champion

Celebration Church

Core Values

Christ Centered

Everything Austin Christian University offers is rooted in Jesus, His word and His mission.

Excellence

We uphold high academic standards, preparing graduates to enter the competitive workforce.

Service

Students learn to follow Jesus' example by fostering a mission-driven atmosphere.

Community

We share a common purpose to distinguish ourselves and activate our calling.

The Three C's

Christ

First, we pursue obeying and becoming like Jesus. This is the foundation upon which everything else is built.

Craft

Then, we pursue excellence in our craft. Mastery of our skills and disciplines prepares us to serve with competence.

Culture

As we mature in Christ and Craft, we earn the right and responsibility to influence culture toward Kingdom principles.

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In The Heart of Tech & Texas

Located in Austin, Texas—one of the fastest-growing tech hubs in America—ACU offers an ideal environment for students to launch ventures, build networks, and gain real-world experience alongside some of the most forward-thinking companies in the world.

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University History

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