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2019
Here's what it takes to be ACC’s mascot
Posted on 09/24/2019 - 3:23pmAustin American-Statesman: Here's what it takes to be ACC’s mascot By Lara Korte It’s a Friday morning and Michael Tobias has chosen to spend his day off from classes in a furry, purple sweatsuit. Continue Reading
Apple’s new Mac Pro will be made in Austin, not China
Posted on 09/24/2019 - 1:18pmKXAN News: Apple’s new Mac Pro will be made in Austin, not China by: Kate Winkle, Yoojin Cho Continue Reading
Panel discusses cultural appropriation vs appreciation
Posted on 09/23/2019 - 9:37amSpectrum News: Panel discusses cultural appropriation vs appreciation BY CHELSEY TRAHAN AUSTIN, Texas -- Austin Community College hosted a panel discussion on cultural appropriation versus appreciation Thursday. Continue Reading
ACC awarded $250,000 to build apprenticeships in high-demand programs
Posted on 09/21/2019 - 4:26pmACC partners with more than a half-dozen employers to expand IT, healthcare & manufacturing tracks The Austin Community College District (ACC) will expand apprenticeship and other earn-and-learn positions for students through a $250,000 grant... Continue Reading
ACC and IBM partner to launch new apprenticeship program in Central Texas
Posted on 09/20/2019 - 4:43pmAustin Community College (ACC) and longtime IT partner, IBM, announce a new apprenticeship program in Central Texas for students seeking careers in IT. The program, funded by a $1.5 million U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) grant, aims to train 350... Continue Reading
Trustees approve 2019-20 tax rate
Posted on 09/20/2019 - 8:14amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees adopted the 2019-20 tax rate during a September 16 special meeting. The approved tax rate of $0.1049 (10.49 cents) is among the lowest of community colleges statewide. It includes $0.09... Continue Reading
ACC awarded national grant to help launch new manufacturing incubator
Posted on 09/19/2019 - 12:51pmAustin Community College (ACC) announces a third incubator at ACC Highland to build the manufacturing industry in Central Texas. Date: Wednesday, September 25Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.Location: ACC Highland Campus, Building 4000, 6101 Highland Campus Dr. Continue Reading
President's Podcast: Implementing Guided Pathways for Student Success
Posted on 09/19/2019 - 11:53amIn 2016, the Austin Community College District (ACC) began its work to implement Guided Pathways at the college to provide a clear, easy to follow road map to on-time completion so students can achieve their academic and career goals. ACC President/... Continue Reading
Meet the 2019-2020 Full-Time Faculty Senate President
Posted on 09/19/2019 - 11:15amFor four weeks, Austin Community College will talk to the incoming 2019-2020 employee association presidents. We will ask each of them 10 questions to get to know them better. Continue Reading
YMCA of Austin will move offices to ACC’s Highland Campus
Posted on 09/18/2019 - 3:28pmCommunity Impact: YMCA of Austin will move offices to ACC’s Highland Campus By Jack Flagler Continue Reading
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Mariano Diaz-Miranda, El Centro founder, retires
Posted on 09/18/2019 - 10:21amAs a child, Dr. Mariano Diaz-Miranda couldn't envision a future in higher education because he didn't see people like himself going to college. Continue Reading
ACC working to replace ERP and SIS systems, inventory records
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 3:09pmEnterprise Resource Planning and Student Information System ProjectACC is currently engaged in an effort to replace its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Student Information System. The college is moving to a centralized content management... Continue Reading
Month-in-Review: August 2019
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 2:33pm
A Message from the Director of Alumni Relations
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 1:43pmThe Austin Community College Alumni Network Advisory Council recently published our first strategic plan and one of the key priorities in this plan is to understand our community. Our goal is to better engage and celebrate our alumni who work at... Continue Reading
Congratulations August Bravo Award Recipients
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 1:07pmACC congratulates the following Riverbats Bravo award recipients for August 2019. The selected employees were nominated for outstanding service, excellent performance, and role modeling ACC's values that demonstrate servant leadership. Cypress Creek... Continue Reading
Earning As: September 2019
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 1:04pmThis regular feature recognizes achievements, activities, and accolades of ACC faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Continue Reading
Meet the 2019-2020 Classified Association President
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 10:17amFor four weeks, Austin Community College will talk to the incoming 2019-2020 employee association presidents. We will ask each of them 10 questions to get to know them better. Continue Reading
ACC examines global hunger in Global Issues Speaker Series
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 9:01amAustin Community College (ACC) presents a discussion on the rise in global hunger rates as part of the college's fall 2019 Global Issues Speaker Series. Hosted by ACC's International Programs, the presentation is Wednesday, September 25, from 5 to 7... Continue Reading
New scholarship for Elgin veteran students
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 8:59amAustin Community College (ACC) veteran students now have an opportunity to earn additional financial assistance for college with the new Bastrop County Veterans Educational Scholarship. Continue Reading
September Bond Projects Update
Posted on 09/12/2019 - 8:36amConstruction crews at Highland Phase 2 and Rio Grande campuses have been hard at work this summer to make progress on the sites. Highland Campus Phase 2 constructionBy: Pamela Collier, ACC Highland Phase 2 Project Manager Continue Reading