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ACC’s Career Ready Week connects students with job prep skills
Posted on Thu, 10/21/2021 - 10:04amLearn how to job search, get employment resources & connect directly with employers hiring today Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts its annual Career Ready Week October 25 through 29. Participants can sign up for specialized training...
You're Invited! ACC's TRHT Center hosts Daring Dialogue: Engaging Conversations about Being Successful as a Student of Color at ACC
Posted on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 3:58pmAustin Community College District’s Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Campus Center hosts a virtual conversation for new and prospective students who want to learn more about what it takes to find success in college as a student of color. ...
Millions of dollars in federal aid now available for college students
Posted on Fri, 10/01/2021 - 3:46pmThe new 2022–23 FAFSA application opens October 1, 2021 The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form opens Friday, October 1, 2021. Current and future college students who want money to help pay for college are encouraged to apply...
ACC’s Nursing Program recognized as one of the best in Texas
Posted on Mon, 09/27/2021 - 9:18amAustin Community College District’s (ACC) Nursing program is being recognized as one of the best in Texas. A new report released by Nursing Schools Almanac –– a comprehensive and analytical resource for prospective students — ranked ACC’s associate...
ACC students can purchase deeply discounted tickets for 2021 Texas Tribune Festival
Posted on Mon, 09/20/2021 - 11:01amAustin Community College District (ACC) students can participate at the annual 2021 Texas Tribune Festival (TribFest). The annual event invites the community to take part in bold discussions about politics, public policy, and the day’s news from...
ACC Board of Trustees September 13 Meeting Recap
Posted on Fri, 09/17/2021 - 3:08pmThe 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...
Every dollar counts: Support ACC student scholarships through two unique events
Posted on Fri, 09/17/2021 - 11:16amAt 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...
Excelencia in Education names ACC as a national finalist for accelerating student success
Posted on Thu, 09/16/2021 - 12:08pmAustin 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. ...
ACC Trustees adopt lower 2021-22 tax rate with expanded exemptions
Posted on Tue, 09/14/2021 - 10:31amThe 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. The tax rate of $0.1048 (10.48 cents) per $...
Chancellor’s Student Achievement Award nominations now open
Posted on Thu, 09/09/2021 - 4:54pmAustin 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....
NI and ACC launch new Career Scholars program
Posted on Thu, 09/09/2021 - 11:27amAustin 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...
ACC partners with Toyota to launch training pipeline to careers
Posted on Wed, 09/08/2021 - 9:58amAustin 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...
ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week September 7-10
Posted on Tue, 09/07/2021 - 1:44pmAustin Community College District (ACC) practices emergency response procedures and tests its emergency notification system as part of Emergency Preparedness Week September 7 through 10. Emergency Preparedness Week is designated for the third week...
ACC closed Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day
Posted on Thu, 09/02/2021 - 3:07pmAustin 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. Registration remains open for 14-, 12-, and 8-week classes. These short semester options...
ACC Education Student Receives 2021 Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship
Posted on Thu, 08/19/2021 - 11:57amAs 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...
ACC issues new, temporary measures for fall 2021
Posted on Fri, 08/13/2021 - 6:03pmFace 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...
Save time and money through ACC’s new FutureCATS transfer program
Posted on Fri, 07/30/2021 - 10:32amAustin 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...
Success Story! The benefits of adopting an ACC pet
Posted on Wed, 07/21/2021 - 11:31amhttps://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...
ACC Team Named Top Finisher in 2021 Community College Innovation Challenge
Posted on Thu, 07/08/2021 - 10:18amAfter 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...
ACC closed Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day
Posted on Fri, 07/02/2021 - 10:49amAustin 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...
ACC opens Highland Campus to community for Manufacturing Careers Expo
Posted on Thu, 07/01/2021 - 9:08amAustin 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...
Great Questions Seminars changing the way we learn at ACC
Posted on Mon, 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...
ACC experts explain what you can do to make the most of your transfer plans
Posted on Fri, 06/25/2021 - 2:09pmby 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...
Join an information session for tips on finding money for college
Posted on Mon, 06/21/2021 - 4:11pmNeed 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...
Tesla Launches National Manufacturing Technician Program with Austin Community College District
Posted on Tue, 06/15/2021 - 8:24amTesla’s START Manufacturing program gives students hands-on experience & customized training for high-demand manufacturing careers at Tesla Austin Community College District (ACC) and Tesla announce Tesla START Manufacturing at ACC. The...
ACC graduate earns prestigious Elijah Watts Sells Award; national CPA award for top performers
Posted on Mon, 06/14/2021 - 10:12amOf more than 75,000 students across the nation who took the CPA exam in 2020, only 89 were selected top performers by the American Institute of CPAs. One of those students, and the only one from a community college, is Austin Community College...
ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week June 14-18
Posted on Thu, 06/10/2021 - 4:07pmAustin Community College District (ACC) practices emergency response procedures and tests its emergency notification system as part of Emergency Preparedness Week June 14 through 18. Emergency Preparedness Week is designated for the third week of...
ACC Board of Trustees June 7 Recap
Posted on Wed, 06/09/2021 - 9:18amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees held its regular meeting Monday, June 7. The college provided an update on the recent budget study, details about proposed homestead exemptions, and the issuance of maintenance tax notes...
ACC fully reopens campuses this fall with options for all students
Posted on Thu, 06/03/2021 - 11:21amAustin Community College District (ACC) will fully reopen this fall. The college is expanding on-campus and online options so students have more choices to get the classes they want, when they want them, and with the support they need. Registration...
ACC closed Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day
Posted on Fri, 05/28/2021 - 9:18amAustin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Memorial Day Monday, May 31, and will reopen 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 1. Registration for summer remains open through the holiday weekend. The first day of summer classes begins...
ACC takes big step toward free college
Posted on Thu, 05/27/2021 - 9:22amDuring a year many struggled to continue their education, Austin Community College District (ACC) launched a new all-inclusive scholarship program to help cover the costs of college. New data on ACC’s Career Scholars program show students in the...
ACC Board of Trustees May 3 Recap
Posted on Wed, 05/26/2021 - 11:20amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees virtually met for its regular meeting on Monday, May 3. Below are highlights from the meeting. 2021-22 Tuition and Fee RatesThe Board unanimously approved to leave in-district tuition and...
Like Mother Like Daughter: ACC nursing students keep it in the family
Posted on Wed, 05/19/2021 - 12:37pmA mother and daughter duo are making a career in nursing a family affair. Marie Valerio and Catalina Arellano are taking their next steps after finishing up their respective programs at Austin Community College District (ACC). "I am the first nurse...
‘I never thought I was going to graduate from college’; Meet ACC’s Chancellor Student Achievement Award winner
Posted on Mon, 05/10/2021 - 9:23am"There are so many possibilities at ACC. You don't just have to pick one thing and go with it. It's flexible enough for you to be able to pursue what you're passionate about. No matter your financial or personal situation, ACC has the resources...
8 years in a row: Austin Community College District keeps tuition low
Posted on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 9:30amFor the eighth consecutive year, tuition and fees will remain at just $85 per credit hour for in-district students at Austin Community College District (ACC). The ACC Board of Trustees unanimously approved the proposed tuition and fee rates for 2021...
EXCLUSIVE: Get a first look at Austin Community College's newly renovated Rio Grande campus
Posted on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 2:33pmAustin Community College District (ACC) hosted a tour of the Rio Grande Campus Building 1000 with Austin American-Statesman columnist Michael Barnes. EXCLUSIVE: Get a first look at Austin Community College's newly renovated Rio Grande campusBy:...
ACC continues record breaking graduation numbers with spring 2021 ceremony
Posted on Mon, 05/03/2021 - 2:14pmAustin Community College District (ACC) celebrates the accomplishments of 2,800+ graduates with a virtual spring graduation. Combined with the 3,400+ graduates being recognized during the fall commencement in December, this marks another record-...
Proposed change to degree & certificate designations administrative rule
Posted on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 3:54pmA proposed modification to Austin Community College District's (ACC) administrative rule 1.01.001 regarding degree and certificate designations is now available for review and comment by employees. The change proposed would add a Bachelor of Applied...
Summer registration now open to current and future Riverbats
Posted on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 3:45pmRegistration is now open for anyone looking to get ahead this summer at Austin Community College (ACC). The summer semester begins Tuesday, June 1, with 5-, 9-, and 10-week class options. Teams are ready to work with students 1-on-1 to help them...
Renowned chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph launches new ACC scholarship
Posted on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 2:50pmAward-winning chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph and the Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce have partnered with Austin Community College District (ACC) to launch the Bristol-Joseph Scholarship Foundation. The foundation offers culinary scholarships to...
Nina Almasy named new ACC Health Sciences dean
Posted on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 2:48pmDr. Nina Almasy has been named Austin Community College District's (ACC) new Health Sciences dean. She replaces Pat Recek, who retired after 24 years with the college in March. "I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the college and our students...
Month-in-Review: March 2021
Posted on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 2:45pmCreativity Rocks With Musician Billy MorrisonAustin Community College District (ACC) Arts and Digital Media Division hosted Creativity Rocks, an online conversation with musician, actor, and artist Billy Morrison on March 23. Morrison shared with...
Rio Grande Campus construction update: April 2021
Posted on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 2:29pmRio Grande Campus RenovationsBy Paul Mason, Rio Grande Renovations Project Manager The original project is now substantially complete as of March 1, 2021. We have performed several architectural interior and exterior punch list inspections to assess...
7 Tips for Writing Your Scholarship Essay
Posted on Wed, 04/21/2021 - 4:56pmAustin Community College District’s (ACC) scholarship application requires a personal essay—but don’t stress! It only needs to be 250-500 words. Here’s the prompt: Please provide a personal statement of 250-500 words that discusses your educational...
ACC Visual Communications student wins 2021 Eco Bag Art contest
Posted on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 8:06amThis year's winner of the seventh annual 2021 Eco Bag Art contest is Hayley Deitemeyer, a visual communications student. Hayley’s design was selected out of 48 submitted designs through districtwide voting for Earth Week by faculty, staff, and...
Earning As: March 2021
Posted on Thu, 04/08/2021 - 3:20pmThis regular feature recognizes achievements, activities, and accolades of Austin Community College District (ACC) faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Dr. Molly Beth Malcolm, ACC Campus Operations...
ACC Board Meeting April 5 Meeting Recap
Posted on Thu, 04/08/2021 - 3:07pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees held its April regular meeting on Monday, April 5, via teleconference due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Below are highlights from the meeting. Army Futures Command Software...
ACC extends deadline for priority scholarship consideration
Posted on Tue, 03/30/2021 - 2:10pmStudents now have more time to apply for scholarships at Austin Community College District (ACC). The college announced a one-month extension to give new and current students more time to apply for a scholarship this fall. While students can apply...
It's QEP Time: Submit Your Ideas to Improve Student Success
Posted on Thu, 03/25/2021 - 12:54pmAustin Community College District (ACC) is asking faculty, staff, students, and the community to submit ideas for projects that could help improve the student experience as part of the college's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) process. The QEP is a...
ACC closed for spring break 3/15 - 3/21
Posted on Fri, 03/12/2021 - 10:50amAustin Community College District (ACC) will close for spring break Monday, March 15, through Sunday, March 21. The college will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, March 22. Registration remains open for 8-week classes. This spring the college created more...