FacStaff Digest – May 2017

Rio Grande Campus faculty and staff gathered for a "sweet ending until a new beginning" barbecue lunch Friday, May 5. The main building (Building 1000) of the campus will close at the end of the semester in advance of a 2½ -year renovation project.

Rio Grande Campus faculty and staff gathered for a “sweet ending until a new beginning” barbecue lunch Friday, May 5. The main building (Building 1000) of the campus will close at the end of the semester in advance of a 2½ -year renovation project.

ACC to break ground on first responder facilities

Central Texas relies on ACC’s training for first responders. Now they’ll have a state-of-the-art center at Hays Campus to develop critical skills.


From the Provost

Guided Pathways was a key theme at the recent American Association of Community Colleges conference. Meanwhile, ACC faculty have been at work identifying new and creative ways to prepare students for success.


Missed the Instruction Division livestream?

Vice President of Instruction Mike Midgely joined associate vice presidents Dr. Gaye Lynn Scott and Dr. Gretchen Riehl for a livestreamed discussion of developments impacting academic programs. View a recording of the session.


Commencement celebrates spring grads

You helped our grads get there – now join them on their big day Thursday, May 11. Drs. Byron and Kay McClenney are guest speakers.


Website to get a fresh look, improved structure

ACC’s website is becoming an inviting virtual front door to the college. Get a sneak peek and offer feedback.


Leadership training focuses on equity, racism

College administrators and others participated in two days of leadership training focusing on equity and inclusion. Learn how to join this important effort at workshops this summer.


HR Connection

Twenty employees logged more than 5,000 minutes over eight weeks in the “Become an Exercise Star” program (that’s an average of 1.5 hours a day). View the top stars overall and by campus. Plus, learn about benefit plan changes and see who’s retiring after 41 years with the college.


ACC Employee Wellness Program earns city recognition

ACC joins some of Austin’s best-known employers as a Certified Partner for the Austin Mayor’s Health & Fitness Council.


Sonography student receives the first Alumni Network scholarship

Thanks to an ACC Alumni Network scholarship, this future sonographer is learning to perform potentially life-saving tests. Support future scholarship recipients by helping the Network raise $30,000 for its endowed fund. They’re already two-thirds of the way to their goal! Complete an ACC Foundation payroll deduction form (designate Alumni Network Scholarship).


Attend General Assembly/Fall Convocation Sept. 29

Changes are in-store for General Assembly, beginning with a new later date. Mark your calendar and plan to be there.


Veterans Resource Center temporarily closed

The Veterans Resource Center at ACC Highland is temporarily closed as demolition continues in advance of phase 2 construction. Services for student veterans are available at other campuses.


Tuition rates hold steady

Good news to share: Tuition for 2017-18 is unchanged for the fourth consecutive year. ACC trustees voted May 1 to maintain current rates.

Don’t forget!

Did you present, author, exhibit, earn an advanced degree, receive a grant, or get an award this year? Submit your accomplishments to the annual Achievements directory by June 9. Learn more and access the submission form.

Upcoming Events

May 9: Hays Campus Phase 2 groundbreaking
May 11: Commencement
June 9: AustinED Summit
Sept. 29: General Assembly

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