Austin, TX – July 18, 2007 – Barbara Jordan once said, “Education remains the key to both economic and political empowerment.” These words from Texas’ first African American female senator still ring true today. Education, … Continue reading
Professor Releases Second Book
Welding Professor Bob Fowler has released his second book, entitled “Step By Step Guide to Becoming a Professional Metal Sculptor.” This 157-page, illustrated book covers architectural sculpture, murals, and how to tool-up, create, and install … Continue reading
New budget holds line on in-district tuition
President/CEO Stephen B. Kinslow, left, and Board Chair John Hernandez deliberate the FY08 budget during Monday night’s Board of Trustees meeting. Photo taken by Dawn Jones-Garcia of The Daily Texan. The ACC District Board of … Continue reading
Effort would lower tuition for Round Rock students
If you live in Round Rock, chances are you will soon have the option to join the ACC District and receive all the benefits of living “in-district,” including free Early College Start classes, the convenience … Continue reading
College gives hope to children exiting foster care
Foster care alumna Veronica Lockett and her daughter, Raney, visit the Rio Grande Campus. When the “Survivor Independence ACTS 2007” conference is held at Austin Community College’s Eastview Campus on July 28, Veronica Lockett and … Continue reading
This bridge leads to college preparedness
Incoming student Walker Massie boosts his math skills in the summer bridge program. Here at ACC, our focus is on the students. That’s why, for the second summer, we’re offering bridge programs in reading, writing, … Continue reading
Riding for a cause: Student raises cash for cancer
Jody Cross Many students spend their summers hanging out by the pool or with friends. Jody Cross is riding her bike from Texas to Alaska. The Austin Community College student is participating in the Texas … Continue reading
Preparing for the worst can keep you safe
ACC Police Chief Frankie Waller and Environmental Health and Safety Director Becky Cole lead the first tabletop scenario at the Highland Business Center. In the 16 years Dahlia Anzaldua has worked at the Austin Community … Continue reading
Third annual women’s conference coming to Eastview
The third annual Women’s Health, Motivation, and Empowerment Conference will be held Saturday, July 21, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Eastview Campus, 3401 Webberville Road, Building 8000. Geared toward 21- to 40-year-olds, the … Continue reading