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ACC Board of Trustees approves FY 2024-25 budget

Wed, 07/03/2024 - 9:35am
Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees approved a $534 million budget for fiscal year 2024-25 during its regular board meeting Monday, July 1.  The budget represents a more than 8% increase over the … Continue reading →

Finding the Right Fit: ACC student Jeremiah S. uses flexible schedules to work for his time

Wed, 07/03/2024 - 9:03am
For some, the path after high school is clear. For others, it is about finding the right time,  the right fit, and the financial support. “A lot of my classmates were always talking applications and … Continue reading →

ACC Trustees unanimously approve new Affordability Scholarship to help current students finish

Mon, 07/01/2024 - 7:57pm
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees unanimously approved additional Affordability Scholarships for current students during its regular meeting on Monday, July 1. Under the new program, ACC will cover the final credit … Continue reading →

Reimagining Apprenticeships: ACC and DIR launch first-of-its-kind technology and cybersecurity program

Fri, 06/28/2024 - 5:23pm
Austin Community College District (ACC) and the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) announce a first-of-its-kind technology and cybersecurity apprenticeship to reimagine apprenticeship programs for higher education and state agencies. The college hosted a formal … Continue reading →

ACC closed in observance of Independence Day Thursday, 7/4

Fri, 06/28/2024 - 7:44am
Austin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Independence Day Thursday, July 4. The college reopens Friday, July 5. Registration for 5.5-week summer courses remains open. The short semester begins July 13. Students … Continue reading →

UFCU ATMs installed at five ACC campuses, more coming online this summer

Thu, 06/27/2024 - 5:24pm
As part of the partnership between ACC and University Federal Credit Union (UFCU), five new ATMs have been installed across various campuses, and even more are set to come online throughout the summer. The newly … Continue reading →

ACC Center for Peace & Conflict Studies Receives $10,000 Grant from Interfaith America

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 2:11pm
Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Center for Peace & Conflict Studies has been awarded a prestigious $10,000 grant from Interfaith America. This grant, one of only 11 Inspiring Campus Change grants given out this year, … Continue reading →

Start off on the right track | Information sessions for Free Tuition Pilot Program

Tue, 06/25/2024 - 9:27am
Have questions about Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Free Tuition Pilot Program for the class of 2024? The college prepares future Riverbats for the next steps through a series of information sessions. Hosted by the … Continue reading →

Good for You, Good for Your Wallet

Mon, 06/24/2024 - 9:08am
Being financially successful isn’t about having a huge paycheck. It’s about how you control the money you have, including the money you earn and the money you spend. ACC’s Student Money Management Office partners with … Continue reading →

Check Out the Highlights! Juneteenth at ACC Eastview Campus

Fri, 06/21/2024 - 1:48pm
Hundreds gathered on Tuesday, June 18, to celebrate Juneteenth at Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Eastview Campus. This annual event marks the announcement of the emancipation of slaves in Texas on June 19, 1865, over … Continue reading →

New Faces at Austin Community College: Enrollment Surge for Fall 2024

Fri, 06/21/2024 - 8:34am
Get ready for many new faces on Austin Community College District (ACC) campuses. One month after fall registration opened, preliminary enrollment data show registrations continue to climb, especially among new students. According to fall 2024 … Continue reading →

ACC Chancellor shares the ‘roads of life’ with Roadtrip Nation

Thu, 06/20/2024 - 2:04pm
“I accepted that I needed to go to a university straight out of high school— at the time, I didn’t really realize that other postsecondary options were available.” Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor Dr. … Continue reading →

“One year ago, I suffered high levels of stress” | ACC student Maria makes now the time to take that next step

Tue, 06/11/2024 - 9:02am
“If you already know what you are passionate about, don’t hesitate any longer and start making it happen. And if you don’t know it yet, start exploring possibilities, you will never find what you like … Continue reading →

ACC hosts public hearing for annexation of Lockhart ISD territory

Mon, 06/10/2024 - 8:54am
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees will host a public hearing on ACC’s potential annexation of Lockhart Independent School District (LISD) territory. The board unanimously certified a petition from residents of the … Continue reading →

2022 Bond | Round Rock Campus expansion design complete

Fri, 06/07/2024 - 7:53am
Work is moving forward on the Applied Technology expansion at Austin Community College District (ACC) Round Rock Campus, near Building 5000. The design process began in September 2023, and the design development was completed in … Continue reading →

ACC Board of Trustees June 3 Recap

Thu, 06/06/2024 - 8:36am
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, June 3. During the meeting, trustees discussed the 2024-25 budget, general obligation bond projects at ACC Eastview Campus, and … Continue reading →

2022 Bond | ACC Selects Construction Manager at Risk for Eastview Campus 

Thu, 06/06/2024 - 8:32am
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees unanimously approved Linbeck Group, LLC as the construction manager at risk (CMAR) for the dental hygiene program expansion at the ACC Eastview Campus at is regular … Continue reading →

ACC commemorates Pride Month with events and resources

Wed, 06/05/2024 - 11:59am
Pride Month, celebrated annually in June, is a time to honor the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and other members of the community. In 2024, Austin Community College District (ACC) will commemorate the … Continue reading →

ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week June 10-14

Wed, 06/05/2024 - 9:49am
Get to know what you can do during an emergency on campus during Emergency Preparedness Week, June 10 through June 14. ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week during the third week of every semester. Throughout the … Continue reading →

Get Ready for Fall 2024 Registration with ACC!

Mon, 06/03/2024 - 9:15am
Classes are filling up, which might make it harder to make your perfect fall 2024 schedule. Austin Community College District (ACC) offers personalized support throughout the summer to help you choose the right classes at … Continue reading →

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