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Nina Almasy named new ACC Health Sciences dean
Posted on 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.
Month-in-Review: March 2021
Posted on 04/22/2021 - 2:45pmCreativity Rocks With Musician Billy Morrison
Rio Grande Campus construction update: April 2021
Posted on 04/22/2021 - 2:29pmRio Grande Campus RenovationsBy Paul Mason, Rio Grande Renovations Project Manager
7 Tips for Writing Your Scholarship Essay
Posted on 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...
Weigh in on the future of Austin’s Fashion Industry
Posted on 04/20/2021 - 2:15pmAustin Community College District’s (ACC) Fashion Incubator and the City of Austin Economic Development Department invite residents to weigh in on future investments in Austin’s local fashion industry.
ACC Visual Communications student wins 2021 Eco Bag Art contest
Posted on 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...
March 2021 Bravo Award Recipients
Posted on 04/08/2021 - 3:37pmThe Riverbats Employee Bravo Awards program recognizes employees whose actions reflect exemplary customer service as demonstrated by excellent communication, collaboration, or responsiveness in support of the mission, vision, and values of ACC. ACC...
Earning As: March 2021
Posted on 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.
ACC Board Meeting April 5 Meeting Recap
Posted on 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.
The 3Cs at ACC spring 2021 update
Posted on 04/08/2021 - 2:48pmAustin Community College District's (ACC) 3Cs initiative has taken several steps this spring toward improving the climate at the college for all employees through collaboration, connection, and caring.
Summer classes are happening now! New classes begin in July. Enroll now!
Posted on 04/05/2021 - 9:05am
New enrollment process launching for students
Posted on 04/02/2021 - 3:38pmA look at Salesforce and what it means for new students at ACC On Monday, April 5, 2021 Austin Community College District (ACC) launched a new onboarding process for new students.
HR releases new employee webinars for Stress Awareness Month
Posted on 04/02/2021 - 2:12pmApril is Stress Awareness Month, and Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Human Resources Employee Wellness Program is offering new workshops to help employees manage stress and anxiety. ACC faculty and staff are encouraged to invest in their...
From the ACC IT Newsletter: Build a Survey at ACC
Posted on 04/01/2021 - 10:42amFrom the April 2021 ACC IT Newsletter: Have you ever needed to create a survey and wondered if ACC had a specific provider for it? The answer is Yes. ACC has a centralized solution named Survey Monkey, and all ACC employees have access to the ACC...
ACC extends deadline for priority scholarship consideration
Posted on 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 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 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.
A Campus Conversation: Transitioning to a 'new normal'
Posted on 03/11/2021 - 1:01pmAs ACC continues to monitor the changing dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic, the leadership team gathered for a live Campus Conversation with the Chancellor to provide an update on how the college is adapting. "I've been in higher education...
Rio Grande Campus construction update: March 2021
Posted on 03/11/2021 - 12:59pmAustin Community College District's (ACC) Rio Grande Campus received a temporary certificate of occupancy for the building on February 11. We moved furniture and equipment into Army Future Command's (AFC) Phase I space over the last couple of weeks.
ACC students, faculty & staff support COVID-19 vaccinations at COTA
Posted on 03/11/2021 - 12:34pmAustin Community College District (ACC) supported the community-wide COVID-19 vaccination event at Circuit of the Americas March 5 - 7. ACC Nursing students and faculty were selected to help administer vaccines. Additional college faculty and staff...
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