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Students from ACC’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Department are using what they learn in the classroom to analyze how ACC operates – and their semester-long projects will be on display Thursday, May 10. GIS uses data to create maps that serve as tools for the analysis of real-world situations....

The Austin Community College District Jazz Ensemble is teaming up with a Grammy-winning artist for a special performance to benefit Children’s Medical Center Foundation of Central Texas. The group raises funds to support Dell Children’s Medical Center. The benefit show is set for Thursday, May 3, from 8...

‘Math PLUS – Practice, Learn, Understand, Succeed’ Launches Pilot Classes Next Spring The Austin Community College District proudly announces the official name of its quality enhancement plan (QEP): “Math PLUS — Practice, Learn, Understand, Succeed.” Math PLUS is five-year QEP to transform...

Local high school students are growing stem cells at Austin Community College, thanks to a program that is unique in the state of Texas. Through a grant from the National Science Foundation, ACC is helping develop a stem cell course for high school students and teachers. Participants get hands-on experience...

We have started to go vertical! Steel erection began April 19. The building will be erected in three sections from floor to roof. It is expected to be complete by early June. One of the driveways and the south parking lot will be poured by the end of April. The north parking lot and two other driveways will...

It’s the last chance to get the meningitis vaccination on campus. The Austin Community College District is hosting its final meningitis clinic Saturday, April 21, at the Riverside Campus, 1020 Grove Blvd. The clinic will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Building A, Room 2265. Walgreens is providing the vaccinations...

Due to a technical error involving candidate videos, voting is extended for the ACC Student Government Association elections. Voting now ends 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 24. Log in to view the candidates and vote...

Austin Community College will host the sixth annual Día de la Familia Saturday, April 28, at Riverside Campus (1020 Grove Blvd., 11 a.m.–2 p.m.). Families will have an opportunity to learn about ACC and enjoy activities, live Tejano music, and refreshments. “ACC is truly the community’s college, and...

Austin Community College student Kenya Woods faced a problem when she graduated from high school. Like many others emerging from the foster care system, she had nothing to put her belongings in when she left her foster residence. But thanks to ACC’s annual luggage drive, Woods was equipped to take the next...

The Austin Community College District announces the appointment of Dr. Enrique Solis as the college’s interim provost, effective mid-May. This fall, ACC will begin the process of filling this academic leadership role on a permanent basis. Dr. Solis is currently a visiting professor and interim chair of...