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ACC Scramble

ACC Scramble participants include Dr. Kinslow (left to right), SpawGlass’ Doug Worrell and Joel Stone, and Board Chair John Hernandez.

Fore & More: Following a rain delay, the ACC Scramble played through on August 30 with great success. The annual golf tourney hosted by Board of Trustees Chair John Hernandez raised over $20,000 for the college’s Student Emergency Fund, which helps students continue in school when faced with a catastrophic situation. Special thanks to: tournament sponsors The Associated General Contractors of America, Texas Society of Professional Engineers, and American Institute of Architects; breakfast sponsor Coastal Securities; and lunch sponsor SpawGlass.

Welcome to Welcomepalooza: Student Life kicks fall 2007 with Welcomepalooza! Students at each campus are invited to enjoy food, prizes, and check out what ACC has to offer. And, it’s free. Several Welcomepalooza dates still remain; stop by from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Rio Grande | Sept. 19
• Cypress Creek | Sept.25
• Pinnacle | Sept. 26

Mark Your Calendar: The third annual Black Student Academic Networking Reception is 5-7 p.m. Friday, September 21, in the Board Room (Room 201) at the Highland Business Center. The College-wide Hispanic Student Reception is 5-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 3, in the Eastview Campus Multi-Purpose Room (Building 8000, Room 8500).

‘IAM ACC’ Video: Public Information and College Marketing wrapped production of the new ACC promotional video. While still a work-in-progress, the “I AM ACC” video premiered during last month’s General Assembly. Click here to view the video.

HR Hat LadiesHats Off to Hats on: September 13 was hat day in Human Resources as staff members donned their hats to celebrate the good health of Payroll Manager Chista Shirazi (front row, second from right).

Drama Tryouts: Auditions have been held for Arts & Humanities highly anticipated production of “Far Away,” produced by the ACC Drama Department, written by Caryl Churchill, and directed by Guest Director Laura Somers. “Far Away” is being performed at the Rio Grande Campus Gallery Theater October 19-21 and 26-28. Also on the arts calendar, a Dance Video Sampler Series on October 12 at Rio Grande Campus Dance Studio (Room 130) and the Ethics Resource Center and Department of Philosophy host “Globalization and its Discontents” on October 4, 7-9 p.m. in the Eastview Campus Multi-Purpose Room (Building 8000, Room 8500). Visit Arts and Humanities for more information.

Did someone say food? It’s that time of year again – the Bistro 3158 is taking reservations. The Bistro, located at the Eastview Campus, offers one of the most unique dining experiences in Austin on Thursday nights. And best of all? It’s hosted by ACC students in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management and Meeting & Event Planning. This semester’s menu features six- to eight-course meals with fine homemade cuisine honoring famous cruise ships that once sailed the Atlantic. Prices start at $14. Click here to view the cruise cuisine schedule and to reserve your spot. Reservations can also be made by phone at 223.5334.

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