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2021

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ACC Board of Trustees September 13 Meeting Recap

Posted on 09/17/2021 - 3:08pm

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees held its regular meeting Monday, September 13, 2021. The college approved the fiscal year 2022 property tax rate and provided an update on new student enrollment and safety and security... Continue Reading


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Every dollar counts: Support ACC student scholarships through two unique events

Posted on 09/17/2021 - 11:16am

At a time when every dollar counts, you can help students stay on track. Registration is open now for two unique events benefiting student scholarships at Austin Community College District (ACC).  Riverbat Paddle Battle: A Kayak Race on Lady Bird... Continue Reading


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Excelencia in Education names ACC as a national finalist for accelerating student success

Posted on 09/16/2021 - 12:08pm

Austin Community College District (ACC) is a national finalist for the 2021 Examples of Excelencia. The college’s Guided Pathways Advising Through Coaching program is one of 21 finalists and the only community college program recognized in Texas.  Continue Reading


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ACC Trustees adopt lower 2021-22 tax rate with expanded exemptions

Posted on 09/14/2021 - 10:31am

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees voted to lower the college’s tax rate for 2021-22. The unanimous decision happened during the board’s regular meeting on Monday, September 13. Continue Reading


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Chancellor’s Student Achievement Award nominations now open

Posted on 09/09/2021 - 4:54pm

Austin Community College District (ACC) is now accepting nominations for the fall 2021 Chancellor's Student Achievement Award. Presented at commencement, the Chancellor's Student Achievement Award is the most prestigious student award given by ACC.... Continue Reading


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NI and ACC launch new Career Scholars program

Posted on 09/09/2021 - 11:27am

Austin Community College District (ACC) and NI (formerly National Instruments) announce a new all-inclusive scholarship program to help students from underserved communities gain careers in STEM fields. The NI Technical Scholar Program is part of... Continue Reading


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ACC partners with Toyota to launch training pipeline to careers

Posted on 09/08/2021 - 9:58am

Austin Community College District (ACC) announces its newest partnership with Toyota Motor North America (TMNA). The Technician Training & Education Network (T-TEN) will provide a pipeline for students to train and apply for careers with Toyota... Continue Reading


ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week September 7-10

Posted on 09/07/2021 - 1:44pm

Austin Community College District (ACC) practices emergency response procedures and tests its emergency notification system as part of Emergency Preparedness Week September 7 through 10. Continue Reading


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ACC closed Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day

Posted on 09/02/2021 - 3:07pm

Austin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Labor Day Monday, September 6. The college will reopen at 8 a.m., Tuesday, September 7.  Continue Reading


ACC and No-Comply agree to extend lease for the skate shop

Posted on 08/20/2021 - 4:30pm

The Austin Community College District (ACC) and No-Comply Skate Shop are moving forward with a new plan to extend the lease for No-Comply. The agreement gives the college and skate shop more time to work toward a long-term solution. Continue Reading


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ACC Education Student Receives 2021 Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship

Posted on 08/19/2021 - 11:57am

As the fall semester begins, one Austin Community College District (ACC) Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) student is getting extra support to complete her degree. ACC Education student Jennifer Ebert is one of only eight students internationally to be named a... Continue Reading


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ACC issues new, temporary measures for fall 2021

Posted on 08/13/2021 - 6:03pm

Face masks and self-health screening required Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Board of  Trustees met Friday, August 13, 2021, and unanimously approved new, temporary measures for the fall 2021 semester.  Effective August 20, 2021, anyone... Continue Reading


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Save time and money through ACC’s new FutureCATS transfer program

Posted on 07/30/2021 - 10:32am

Austin Community College District (ACC) launches a new program to save students time and money when they transfer. Created through the Equity Transfer Initiative, FutureCATS is a transfer support program for students planning to transfer and... Continue Reading


Success Story! The benefits of adopting an ACC pet

Posted on 07/21/2021 - 11:31am

https://www.youtube.com/embed/t03YxCnSZcI Austin Community College District (ACC) needs your help finding homes for our pets. As the summer semester comes to a close, the animals cared for by our Veterinary Technology students need to find a... Continue Reading


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ACC Team Named Top Finisher in 2021 Community College Innovation Challenge

Posted on 07/08/2021 - 10:18am

After months of online meetings, arguments, and victories, a group of Austin Community College District (ACC) students meets for the first time to commemorate their big accomplishment.  “We've been communicating on Slack and through Zoom and Google... Continue Reading


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ACC closed Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day

Posted on 07/02/2021 - 10:49am

Austin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Independence Day, Monday, July 5. The college reopens 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 6. Registration for 5.5-week summer courses continues through Monday, July 5. The college also will... Continue Reading


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ACC opens Highland Campus to community for Manufacturing Careers Expo

Posted on 07/01/2021 - 9:08am

Austin Community College District (ACC) invites the community for a first in-person look at new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities at ACC Highland Campus (6101 Highland Campus Dr.). The college hosts a Manufacturing Careers Expo to learn... Continue Reading


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Great Questions Seminars changing the way we learn at ACC

Posted on 06/28/2021 - 1:28pm

“Education is the best investment that you can make in yourself, and ACC offers the best value for that investment. Now, more than ever before, it is easier to fit an ACC degree plan into your life, and Great Questions is an excellent start to that... Continue Reading


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ACC experts explain what you can do to make the most of your transfer plans

Posted on 06/25/2021 - 2:09pm

  by Alexa Haverlah, Content Marketing Intern, ACC Teaching & Learning Excellence Division Austin Community College District (ACC) continues its work to make the transfer process from ACC to a four-year university smooth and seamless.  The... Continue Reading


Need Money or College? Free financial aid sessions June 26, July 17, August 7

Join an information session for tips on finding money for college

Posted on 06/21/2021 - 4:11pm

Need money for college? Austin Community College District (ACC) can help you find it. The college hosts a series of workshops each month through summer to share information about financial aid options and resources.  “Most students qualify for some... Continue Reading


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