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<title>ACC Hosts Women's Conference</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/07/724</link>
<description><![CDATA[ The fourth annual Women's Health, Motivation and Empowerment Conference will be 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 19, at the Eastview Campus. The conference is geared toward women and girls of all ages. It focuses on six categories to encourage women to enhance their personal and professional development: education, health, career development, inspiration/motivation, relationships, and teen issues. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Avis Rupert of North Lake Community College in Irving. The free event includes breakfast and lunch and free daycare will be available. The Mobile Go Center will also be there for college planning. <br />
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Go online at www.austincc.edu/change/resources.php to download the registration form and select workshops. Registrations must be submitted by July 16. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:15:51 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/07/724</guid></item><item>
<title>Summer Informance Show to be held this Wednesday</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/723</link>
<description><![CDATA[ The Dance Department presents its annual Summer Informance on Wednesday, July 2. This year's line-up includes a variety of work from faculty, former students, and current students. Special guest Lauren Tietz, who has been performing in Austin since 2001, will lead a demonstration of contact improvisation, one of the best-known and most characteristic forms of postmodern dance. Don't miss this eclectic, free show. It will be at 7 p.m. in Room 130 of the Rio Grande Campus. For more information call 294.7712. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:02:09 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/723</guid></item><item>
<title>ACC Golf Scramble entry deadline is July 18</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/722</link>
<description><![CDATA[ Come play hooky with us Friday, August 1, at the Riverside Golf Club for the third annual ACC Scramble. Proceeds benefit the college's Student Emergency Fund, which helps students continue in school when faced with a catastrophic situation. Funds are also used to provide textbook vouchers. <br />
<br />
The tournament entry fee is $75 per person ($300 for a foursome team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch, non-alcoholic beverages, and prizes. <br />
<br />
The entry deadline is July 18, but team spots are limited, so sign up early to make sure you and your team will get a chance to participate in this fun and worthwhile event. The registration form can be downloaded at  ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:59:33 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/722</guid></item><item>
<title>June 2008 ACC eNewsletter</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/721</link>
<description><![CDATA[ Welcome to the June 2008 ACC eNewsletter, Austin Community College District's<br />
electronic newsletter designed to keep our alumni, faculty, staff,<br />
students, and friends up to date on the latest developments affecting our<br />
college and community. The eNewsletter is published monthly by the Public<br />
Information & College Marketing Department.<br />
<br />
View the following stories and more at the ACC Newsroom<br />
<br />
ESL vocational training gives push to American Dream<br />
New ACC trustees sworn into office<br />
ACC youth academy brings kids to college<br />
ACC choir hits the right notes<br />
Honors add pop (and rock) to college experience<br />
Deaf professors put fun in fund-raisers<br />
Watercooler: Inside scoop on campus events & news bits  ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:56:03 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/721</guid></item><item>
<title>Long title</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/720</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:53:53 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/720</guid></item><item>
<title>ACC Golf Scramble entry deadline is July 18</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/719</link>
<description><![CDATA[ Come play hooky with us Friday, August 1, at the Riverside Golf Club for the third annual ACC Scramble.  Proceeds benefit the college's Student Emergency Fund, which helps students continue in school when faced with a catastrophic situation.  Funds are also used to provide textbook vouchers. <br />
<br />
The tournament entry fee is $75 per person ($300 for a foursome team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch, non-alcoholic beverages, and prizes.  <br />
<br />
The entry deadline is July 18, but team spots are limited, so sign up early to make sure you and your team will get a chance to participate in this fun and worthwhile event.  The registration form can be downloaded at <ul class="pdf"><br />
<li><a href="http://www.austincc.edu/spotlight/documents/scramble_form.pdf">Registration Form</a></li><br />
</ul><br />
<br />
For more information about the scramble, contact Alicia Del Rio at 223.7071 or adelrio@austincc.edu.<br />
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 16:07:43 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/719</guid></item><item>
<title>CapMetro stops at Rio Grande for community discussion</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/718</link>
<description><![CDATA[ Gas prices keep going up, and predictions call for it to reach as high as $5 per gallon later this summer.   That has commuters, including ACC faculty, staff and students, seeking alternative ways to get to work or school.  A recent article in the Austin-American Statesman pointed out that bus ridership has increased significantly, and they're encouraging others to "Dump the Pump."  <br />
<br />
CapMetro is hosting a Community Discussion to help faculty, staff, and students with their commuting needs. It will be 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 24, at the Rio Grande Campus Gallery Theater.  <br />
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In the meantime, did you know students can get a monthly pass on CapMetro for as low as $5? Or that CapMetro runs a website that helps you get from one destination to another?  <br />
<br />
If you're looking to save money on your next commute, dump the pump and visit the following site to plan your next trip around town: www.capmetro.org/riding/tripplanner.asp.  <br />
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:50:55 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/718</guid></item><item>
<title>TACHE has opened its scholarship application process for '08-09</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/717</link>
<description><![CDATA[ The Texas Association of Chicanos In Higher Education (TACHE) has opened its application process for its 2008-09 scholarships.  Students must complete the application by June 30, 2008, to be considered for the scholarships.  The application can be found at all ACC campus financial aid offices as well as being available for download here:<br />
<br />
<ul class="word"><br />
<li><a href="http://www.austincc.edu/spotlight/documents/TACHEapplication.doc">TACHE Scholarship Application</a></li><br />
</ul><br />
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Scholarship applicants must meet the following requirements:  a 2.25 GPA or better, a financial aid need documented on the scholarship application, reside within the ACC service area, and participate in one TACHE business meeting to be recognized by the TACHE membership.<br />
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For more information, contact Dr. Virginia Fraire, Dean of Students, Riverside and TACHE Scholarship Committee Chair, at 223.6011. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:12:02 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/717</guid></item><item>
<title>New ACC Trustees sworn into office
</title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/716</link>
<description><![CDATA[ <img src="http://www.austincc.edu/spotlight/images/alverezchild_lg.jpg" alt="Raul Alvarez swears in"><br />
<i>New trustee Raul Alvarez swears in with the help of his daughter Sofia</i><br />
<br />
The Austin Community College District welcomed three new trustees to its board and thanked the outgoing trustees for their dedicated service during a meeting held at the college Monday night.  <br />
<br />
Judge Bob Perkins swore in re-elected trustee Nan McRaven and new trustees John-Michael Cortez and Raul Alvarez, and new trustee Tim Mahoney was sworn in by Round Rock Mayor Alan M. McGraw. The new trustees began work immediately, participating in their first regular meeting which included selecting new officers. Nan McRaven was elected board chair, Veronica Rivera is the vice-chair and James McGuffee remains as secretary.<br />
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Dr. Stephen Kinslow, president of ACC, and the board of trustees took a moment during the meeting to thank outgoing trustees John Hernandez and Rafael Quintanilla for their dedication, support and contributions to ACC and its missions.<br />
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Quintanilla served on the board for 11 years, including two years as the board chair. He has been instrumental in the growth and success of the college. During his tenure, ACC added two new campuses, grew from 25,000 students to over 33,000 students and expanded its district to include Manor, Del Valle, Round Rock and all of Austin. <br />
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"Rafael has been extremely wise in our policy decision process and he has been consistent with putting the students first in that decision making process," said Kinslow during his remarks. <br />
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John Hernandez served on the board for six years, two as vice chair and the last two as chair of the board. Hernandez will continue to support ACC and further the mission of the college through the ACC Foundation.<br />
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"John has been a huge proponent of advancing the college mission and has participated in 100's of community events in doing so," said Kinslow.  "His efforts were vital to our recent successful Round Rock election." ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 3 Jun 2008 15:59:52 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/06/716</guid></item><item>
<title>Registration is open for the 2nd 5.5-Week Session </title>
<link>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/05/715</link>
<description><![CDATA[ Registration is currently underway for new, current, and former ACC students for the 2nd 5.5-week summer session. For more information <a href="http://www.austincc.edu/support/admissions/registering.php">click here</a>. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2008 16:14:01 CST</pubDate><guid>http://www.austincc.edu/newsroom/news.php/2008/05/715</guid></item></channel>
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