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2019
ACC Board of Trustees discuss Pinnacle and Dr. Rhodes' contract at November 4 meeting
Posted on 11/15/2019 - 10:30amThe ACC Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, November 4, to hear college updates, vote on contracts, and discuss next steps for the Pinnacle property. Continue Reading
A Message from Career Services: Thank YOU for making ACC Fest 2019 a success!
Posted on 11/15/2019 - 9:50amMore than 1,200 current and future students attended ACC Fest 2019 on Saturday, November 9, at the Highland Campus, Building 4000, to explore programs and get a hands-on career exploration experience. Continue Reading
Top 5 reasons for ACC’s new tuition payment structure
Posted on 11/15/2019 - 8:59amStarting with the spring 2020 semester, Austin Community College (ACC) students have a new tuition payment structure. Since the announcement went out in October, the college has been using various methods to communicate to students and staff to make... Continue Reading
ACC celebrates nine years of Riverbat by going PURPLE, November 20
Posted on 11/14/2019 - 4:46pmPut on your Riverbat T-shirt, hat, or anything purple to support the Austin Community College’s (ACC) commitment to student and community success with Riverbat Day on Wednesday, November 20. It celebrates nine years since ACC unveiled its official... Continue Reading
Earning As: November 2019
Posted on 11/14/2019 - 4:13pmThis regular feature recognizes achievements, activities, and accolades of ACC faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Continue Reading
November Rio Grande and Highland construction projects updates
Posted on 11/14/2019 - 3:05pmRIO GRANDE CAMPUS RENOVATIONSBy Paul Mason, Rio Grande Renovations Project Manager InteriorAll interior structural steel framing has been installed to infill the last remaining hole in the core of the building, from Level 0 all the way up to the... Continue Reading
2nd Annual Boots and Bats Gala raises more than $250,000
Posted on 11/14/2019 - 2:15pmWith more than 500 attendees, 100 volunteers, and 300 pieces of art, the second annual Boots and Bats Gala raised more than $250,000 to help improve students' lives. Austin Community College hosted the Saturday, November 2, fundraising gala in... Continue Reading
Trustees Unanimously Approve 1-Year Extension to President’s Contract
Posted on 11/14/2019 - 11:36amThe ACC Board of Trustees unanimously approved a one-year extension to President Dr. Richard Rhodes' contract during its regular meeting Monday, November 4. Dr. Rhodes is now the college's longest-serving president to date. Continue Reading
Explore districtwide campus planning and share input on a future Pinnacle Campus.
Posted on 11/12/2019 - 2:51pm
25th Annual Giving Tree Campaign aims to support 500 ACC students
Posted on 11/12/2019 - 1:22pmAustin Community College (ACC) hosts its 25th annual Giving Tree campaign to support students and their families over the holiday season. Faculty, staff, and the community are encouraged to visit the Giving Tree, located in the Student Affairs suite... Continue Reading
Taking Life Online: Father, husband, veteran reaches new goals through online program
Posted on 11/11/2019 - 11:05amChallenge isn’t something David Klickman shys away from. He served tours in the Middle East with the U.S. Army in 2014 and 2015. When he came back home, he returned to his job in account management and operations, but it wasn’t fulfilling. Continue Reading
Just keep growing: ACC experts provide your winter gardening guide
Posted on 11/11/2019 - 10:39amBy: Savannah Rugg, Agriculture Department Chair and Marissa Lankes, Sustainable Agriculture Continuing Education Manager When it comes to gardening, Central Texas offers two seasons — hot and cold. So don’t put away the shears and spade just yet... Continue Reading
Bursting at the seams: Treasured handmade fabric collection gifted to ACC Fashion Incubator
Posted on 11/07/2019 - 12:20pmCosette Russell was known for her fabric marbling techniques. “Her work was displayed and sold at the Supreme Court gift shop and in the Smithsonian Museum Store Catalogue,” says Aysha White, Russell’s daughter. “She would want it to go to a... Continue Reading
ACC honors those who served at Veterans Day events
Posted on 11/07/2019 - 9:22amAustin Community College will host several districtwide events on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, to honor those who served our nation. "ACC is committed to helping veterans transition from the military to civilian life. The Veterans Day events... Continue Reading
ACC recognized as one of the nation’s top community colleges
Posted on 11/06/2019 - 1:10pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) is named one of the top community colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program for its commitment to strong and improving student outcomes. Colleges were reviewed for learning,... Continue Reading
Connect with the hottest careers in Central Texas at ACC Fest
Posted on 11/05/2019 - 10:39amAustin Community College (ACC) invites current and prospective students and their families to explore majors and career paths at the annual ACC Fest. DATE: Saturday, November 9, 2019 TIME: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. LOCATION: ACC Highland Campus, 6101... Continue Reading
ACC hosts two community meetings on Pinnacle Campus future
Posted on 11/05/2019 - 9:16amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) will host a series of Community Conversations to share information and get feedback about the future of its Pinnacle Campus in Southwest Austin. The conversations will be held at Oak Hill United Methodist... Continue Reading
ACC’s Great Questions Lecture Series tackles works of renowned poet Rumi
Posted on 11/05/2019 - 7:48amAustin Community College District (ACC) invites students, faculty, staff, and the community to discuss the influence of 13th-century Persian poet Jalal al-Din Rumi at the Fall 2019 Great Questions Lecture Series. The event will be held from 7 to 9 p... Continue Reading
ACC celebrates with third annual Veterans Day Commemoration
Posted on 11/04/2019 - 9:28amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes veterans, students, their families, and employees to the third annual Veterans Day Commemoration from noon to 2 p.m., Monday, November 11, at ACC Elgin Campus (1501 U.S. 290, Elgin). Veterans and... Continue Reading
State of Texas: Democrats suing state over ban on mobile voting locations
Posted on 11/04/2019 - 8:00amState of Texas: Democrats suing state over ban on mobile voting locations By: Steffi Lee AUSTIN (KXAN) — Last session lawmakers passed House Bill 1888 that bans mobile polling locations. Supporters of the bill said it will make it easier for some... Continue Reading