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ACC closed in observance of Memorial Day
Posted on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 10:36amAustin Community College (ACC) will close in observance of Memorial Day Monday, May 27. All offices will reopen 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 28. Registration for summer courses remains open through the weekend. Eleven-week, 9-week, and 5.5-week session...
President’s Podcast: Celebrating Student Success — ACC honors record number of graduates
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 1:22pmACC celebrated record high graduation numbers at spring commencement Friday, May 17, 2019. More than 2,100 students are invited to participate. ACC President/CEO Dr. Richard M. Rhodes discusses the college's evolving work toward student success and...
Celebrate ACC graduates at Spring Commencement, 5/17
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 12:55pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) will celebrate record high graduation numbers at its spring commencement 6 p.m. Friday, May 17, at Frank Erwin Center (1701 Red River St.). More than 2,100 students are invited to participate. When: Friday...
ACC Fashion Incubator opens to grow local fashion industry
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 12:37pmAustin Community College (ACC) unveiled the state-of-the-art Fashion Incubator with a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday, April 30. More than 200 people attended the celebration including Austin Mayor Steve Adler, ACC President/CEO...
May 2019 Bond Projects Update
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 12:10pmHighland Campus Phase 2 ACC Highland Campus Phase 2 progress continues despite the wet weather. The roofing on the north building is 95 percent complete and 65 percent complete on the south building, and exterior sheathing is 85 percent complete. In...
Earning As: May 2019
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 11:44amThis regular feature recognizes achievements, activities, and accolades of ACC faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Dr. Melissa Curtis, Enrollment Management associate vice president, was accepted to...
Month-in-Review: April 2019
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 11:12amTuesday, April 2 | Clothing DriveNearly 100 students benefited from the joint Adjunct Faculty Association/Student Life Clothing Drive at Round Rock Campus. The college collected more than 500 articles of professional, interview-appropriate clothing...
New Regional Advisory Committees get to work, will provide community input
Posted on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 8:43amAustin Community College's (ACC) Regional Advisory Committees (RACs) convened for the first time at an orientation meeting Friday, April 19. Tasked with helping strengthen the link between ACC and the community, members of the RACs provide community...
ACC honors record number of high school seniors graduating with college credential
Posted on Mon, 05/13/2019 - 4:10pmAustin Community College (ACC) celebrates its largest Early College High School (ECHS) class and other seniors who are graduating with college credits and committing to enrolling at ACC with the second annual President’s Reception, 6 to 8 p.m.,...
Adopt a pet cared for by ACC vet tech students
Posted on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 4:10pmAustin Community College (ACC) is working with area animal shelters to find forever homes for pets who were trained and cared for by students in the Veterinary Technology Program. Over the past semester, these dogs have undergone leash training and...
ACC accounting alumna granted Elijah Watts Sells Award
Posted on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 1:01pmAustin Community College (ACC) alumna Jamie Castor is named one of the top CPA exam performers in the nation by the American Institute of CPAs. Out of more than 86,000 candidates who took the national licensure exam in 2018, Jamie placed among the...
ACC hosts WEST Austin Studio Tour kick-off party and exhibition
Posted on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 1:56pmAustin Community College (ACC) hosts Due WEST, the annual fundraiser for the 8th Annual West Austin Studio Tour, 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, May 10, at ACC Highland Campus, Building 4000 (6101 Highland Campus Dr.). The kick-off party and exhibition...
ACC to launch second bachelor’s degree in spring 2020
Posted on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 8:40amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) will launch the college’s second bachelor’s degree program in spring 2020. The ACC Board of Trustees approved the new Bachelor in Applied Science in Computer Information Technology during its regular May...
Two ACC leaders awarded prestigious Aspen Presidential Fellowship
Posted on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 9:00amTwo Austin Community College leaders have been selected for the prestigious Aspen Presidential Fellowship for Community College Excellence. Dr. Dorado Kinney, Central Region Campuses executive dean, and Dr. Gaye Lynn Scott, Academic Programs...
ACC unveils Fashion Incubator to meet growing fashion industry demands
Posted on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 9:37amAustin Community College (ACC) unveiled the new state-of-the-art ACC Fashion Incubator Tuesday, April 30. The 7,500-square-foot facility offers real-world learning opportunities, commercial design and manufacturing contract services, business...
Elgin Campus lobby dedicated to teacher, mentor, and philanthropist Dr. Suanne Davis Roueche
Posted on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 3:42pmInside the lobby of Austin Community College (ACC) Elgin Campus, Building 2000 large, steel letters spell out a tribute to Dr. Suanne Davis Roueche. A national leader of the community college movement and philanthropist, Roueche dedicated her life...
“The world has so much to offer”; Former foster care student sets out to serve others
Posted on Sun, 04/28/2019 - 9:34amAfter ten years in foster care and more than 30 placements, Corey Benbow found himself on his own at 18 years old. “When I aged out of the foster care system, I felt alone. I wasn’t sure how I was going to pay bills and be a contributing member of...
ACC celebrates Fashion Incubator grand opening, 4/30
Posted on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 11:49amAustin Community College (ACC) celebrates the grand opening of the ACC Fashion Incubator 10 to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday April 30, at ACC Highland Campus, Building 4000 (6101 Highland Campus Dr.). The innovative facility is a first of its kind in Central...
ACC celebrates largest contingent at regional College Signing Day
Posted on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 4:20pmAustin Community College (ACC) celebrates the fifth annual Central Texas College Signing Day with one of the largest contingents among colleges and universities represented, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Friday, April 26 at Concordia University (11400...
Forging a career: ACC student follows passion to become better engineer
Posted on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 12:51pmSparks of light cascade around the welding technology lab at Round Rock Campus. It’s often seen as a predominantly male profession, but Rebecca Giuntoli is breaking that perception. The University of Texas at Austin sophomore is majoring in...
ACC hosts Astronaut Stephanie Wilson & NASA’s Destination Station, 4/24.
Posted on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 11:36amAustin Community College (ACC) hosts NASA astronaut Stephanie Wilson and the NASA Drive to Explore mobile exhibit, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, at ACC Highland (6101 Highland Campus Dr.). The event is part of NASA’s Destination Station...
ACC explores global hunger at Global Issues Spring Speaker series
Posted on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 8:43amAustin Community College (ACC) presents a discussion of global hunger at the 2019 Global Issues Speaker Series Wednesday, April 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Eastview Campus, Room 8500 (3101 Webberville Rd.). ACC Philosophy adjunct professor Dr. Linda...
ACC named nation’s first Adobe Creative community college
Posted on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 4:50pmAustin Community College (ACC) is the first community college in the nation to be designated as an Adobe Creative Campus. The entire Adobe Creative Cloud suite will be available to ACC staff, students, and faculty at no-to-minimal cost, starting...
Annual CPPPS fundraiser examines future of Texas public school finance
Posted on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 4:35pmAustin Community College's Center for Public Policy and Political Studies (CPPPS) explores the future of public school finance at its annual Building Tomorrow's Leaders fundraiser luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at the Sheraton...
ACC celebrates Earth Week April 22-26. Explore events districtwide.
Posted on Fri, 04/12/2019 - 2:12pmAustin Community College (ACC) celebrates the 49th anniversary of Earth Day with dozens of events districtwide April 22 to April 26, with pre-party events starting Saturday, April 13. "We are so excited to host ACC's largest Earth Week yet with...
ACC hosts 8th Annual Peace and Conflict Studies Spring Symposium
Posted on Thu, 04/11/2019 - 11:47amAustin Community College (ACC) hosts a day of art, music, and discussion focused on peace and conflict transformation at its 8th Annual Peace and Conflict Studies Spring Symposium 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 12, at Eastview Campus, Building...
ACC starts bidding process to determine fate of Pinnacle building
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 1:05pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) is now accepting bids for its Pinnacle Campus building and the nine acres it sits on in Southwest Austin. The remaining 49 acres are not for sale because the college wants the option to build on this...
Faculty Spotlight: Stephanie Long
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 12:58pmStephanie Long has worked in the heat of the Mojave Desert and through a blizzard in Wyoming but, given the choice to work anywhere in the world, she would prefer to stay here in Austin. "There are so many unique opportunities to contribute to the...
Congratulations March Bravo Award Recipients
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 12:46pmACC congratulates the following Riverbats Bravo award recipients for February 2019. The selected employees were nominated for outstanding service, excellent performance, and role modeling ACC's values that demonstrate servant leadership. Elgin...
Highland and Rio Grande bond project updates: April 2019
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 12:22pmHighland Campus Phase 2 Construction crews continue work on Highland Campus Phase 2. Structural steel erection was completed in February. Shoring and formwork for the connector bridge and social stair foundation at the paseo have started. The paseo...
Adobe Creative Cloud available to students, faculty, and staff at no-to-minimal cost
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 12:03pmAustin Community College (ACC) has been selected as an Adobe Creative Campus, which means students, faculty, and staff will have access to the entire Adobe Creative Cloud suite for no-to-minimal cost starting Monday, April 15. Under the agreement,...
From the Student Affairs VP: ACCelerators thrive with the help of President’s Leadership Excellence Award winner
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 11:49amThe President's Leadership Excellence Award is given to staff who have shown outstanding leadership, service and dedication to Austin Community College that has gone beyond the duties listed in their job description. Among the recipients this year,...
Month-in-Review: March 2019
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 10:45amSpring Food DriveAustin Community College (ACC) faculty and staff collected a total of 2,262 pounds of food during the Spring Food Drive in February. Anyone who missed out can still donate to any Student Life office year-round. Read more here....
Earning As: April 2019
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 9:57amThis regular feature recognizes achievements, activities, and accolades of ACC faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Haydee Victoria Suescum, Art professor, celebrated the installation of one of her...
ACC showcases high-skilled careers at Applied Tech Open House
Posted on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 8:58amAustin Community College (ACC) invites prospective students and their families to learn about high-skilled careers and training opportunities at the ninth annual Applied Tech Open House 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 12, at Round Rock Campus,...
Equity Advocates Town Hall: Helping DACA students thrive
Posted on Mon, 04/08/2019 - 12:19pmAustin Community College (ACC) hosts an Equity Advocates town hall meeting to explore and discuss issues and resources for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) eligible students 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, at Riverside Campus,...
ACC to evaluate selling portion of Pinnacle Campus property
Posted on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 1:35pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) will explore opportunities to sell the Pinnacle Campus building and the nine acres it sits on in Southwest Austin. The remaining 49 acres are not for sale because the college wants the option to build on...
Donate to luggage drive for foster care alumni by May 9
Posted on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 2:45pmDonations are now being accepted for Austin Community College’s annual luggage drive benefiting students transition from foster care. “Being a foster kid has many challenges that other kids often don't experience. When you are shuffled from place to...
ACC named top Fulbright U.S. Scholars college
Posted on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 12:48pmAustin Community College (ACC) has been named a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for 2018-2019 by The Chronicle of Higher Education. ACC is the only community college in Texas to be awarded this designation. "A Fulbright Scholar Grant is a...
Calling all Riverbats to share their ACC story
Posted on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 11:00amAustin Community College (ACC) is casting students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the college who want to show their Riverbat pride. The college is hosting a casting call 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, at ACC Highland, Building 4000...
ACC job fair connects students with 1,000+ career opportunities
Posted on Thu, 03/28/2019 - 10:27amAustin Community College (ACC) invites ACC alumni, students, and other job seekers to a job fair and career exploration event Friday, April 5, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Highland Campus ACCelerator (6101 Highland Campus Dr.). “Sometimes all it takes is...
ACC expands Vocational Nursing program with evening and weekend courses
Posted on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 10:43amAustin Community College (ACC) expands its vocational nursing program with new evening and weekend classes to accommodate students’ busy schedules. The new program option begins fall 2019. Applications are accepted through April 19....
Time to register for summer 2019 classes
Posted on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 3:08pmReach your goals faster with summer classes at Austin Community College (ACC). Registration opens April 1 for current and former students and April 15 for new students. "Taking classes over the summer break can help students get ahead and save...
ACC hosts town hall to explore college programs for high school students
Posted on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 11:39amAustin Community College (ACC) presents a panel discussion on the importance of getting students of color to start college while in high school. The Building Bridges town hall event is 1:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at the Millennium Youth...
ACC closed for spring break 3/18 - 3/24
Posted on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 11:05amAustin Community College District (ACC) will close for spring break Monday, March 18, through Sunday, March 24. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, March 25. Graduation applications are still being accepted. Students may apply at austincc.edu/...
ACC’s Child Watch Drop-In Center expands to serve more children
Posted on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 12:01pmAustin Community College (ACC) and the YMCA of Austin are expanding services at the new Child Watch Drop-In Center at ACC Highland to serve more children. “Juggling parenthood and an education can be difficult,” says Steve Christopher, Student...
ACC examines climate change in Global Issues Speaker Series
Posted on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 1:06pmAustin Community College (ACC) presents a discussion of global climate change as part of the college's 2019 Global Issues Speaker Series. Hosted by ACC's International Programs, the presentation is Wednesday, March 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Eastview...
ACC joins local & state leaders to tackle workforce gaps at SXSW
Posted on Fri, 03/08/2019 - 5:12pmAustin Community College (ACC) partners with local and state leaders to examine the importance of higher education in closing workforce gaps with a two-day SXSW festival Sunday, March 10, and Monday, March 11. The Promiseland Project Presents: The...
ACC discusses the Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Campus Center
Posted on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 11:27amAustin Community College (ACC) hosts panel discussions to examine new ways of supporting student success through the college's Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) Campus Center. The events will be held Friday, March 8, from 11 a.m. to...
ACC hosts Supergirl actress and trans advocate Nicole Maines
Posted on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 10:26amAustin Community College (ACC) invites the community to a conversation with actress and trans advocate Nicole Maines 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the ACC Highland Campus, Building 1000 Social Staircase (6101 Highland Campus Dr.). Maines, 21, stars as...