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CARTS Providing Direct Service from Bastrop County to Riverside Campus

CARTS Providing Direct Service from Bastrop County to Riverside Campus
Posted by ACC Staff on Feb 3rd, 2012
CARTS (Capital Area Rural Transportation System) is now offering direct transit service from Bastrop County to ACC’s Riverside Campus. There also are two additional stops on the route. Riders can access the service at the Bastrop Bus Station, Cedar Creek, and Garfield Library. Connections to Capital Metro routes are available at Riverside. For more information and pickup times, see the CARTS service change...Read More

Culinary Arts Department Going Green

Culinary Arts Department Going Green
Posted by ACC Staff on Feb 2nd, 2012
The Austin Community College District is serving up a fresh approach to culinary arts, as students preparing for careers in the culinary industry take part in eco-friendly initiatives. Grant Calvert disposes of food scraps for composting. “This isn’t just an industry trend – it’s about doing our part to promote sustainable practices,” says Chef Sandi Pepper, chair of the Culinary Arts Department. “‘Going green’ is now an important part of our...Read More

Test of ACC Emergency Alert System

Test of ACC Emergency Alert System
Posted by ACC Staff on Feb 2nd, 2012
TEST: This is a test of the ACC Emergency Alert System. In an actual emergency, you would be instructed on what actions to take. Thank...Read More

In Case of Emergency: Practice Now to be Prepared Later

In Case of Emergency: Practice Now to be Prepared Later
Posted by jpowers on Jan 30th, 2012
The tests, drills, and surveys completed during ACC’s fall 2011 Emergency Preparedness Week showed us where we remain ready for the unexpected, but also where improvements are needed. Here are some of the things you can do to improve the overall emergency response on your campus: Campus safety plans and emergency procedures posters. Take time to review the campus safety plan posted in your classroom. It shows exits, locations of automated external...Read More
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I've worked in manufacturing for the past 20 years. After being laid off a couple of times, I decided to pursue a different career. I'm very excited about my decision to take the welding route here at ACC. I can't wait to create! I use to consider myself an Austinite, but realized I was not a TRUE AUSTINITE until I... read more

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ACC In the News ACC Training Central Texans for High-Demand Careers
ACC Training Central Texans for High-Demand Careers

The Austin Community College District is the primary trainer and re-trainer of the region’s workers, offering more than 235 degrees and certificates. The Austin American-Statesman reports on the in-demand training offered at ACC – and the Central Texans taking advantage of it. Read more at statesman.com.


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Elgin Campus Updates January 2012: Elgin Campus Update
January 2012: Elgin Campus Update Erosion controls are installed as well as the construction entrance and job trailer. Many truckloads of dirt have made their way to the site, and now Skanska is grading the site (including the building pad) and working on underground utilities. They expect to start...Read More

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Hays Campus Updates Texas Supreme Court Clears Path for Construction of Hays Campus
Texas Supreme Court Clears Path for Construction of Hays Campus The Texas Supreme Court has cleared the path for the Austin Community College District to move forward with construction of the new Hays Campus. On January 13, the court ended a resident’s legal challenge to the college’s Hays CISD annexation election by declining...Read More

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