Tag: student life
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Help Wanted: Meet the Three Finalists for Chancellor of ACC
In its 50th year, ACC is already nearing the final stages of its first middle-aged major change. Announced in an email to students, staff and faculty on June 16th was an invitation to meet the three top candidates to succeed Dr. Richard Rhodes in the role of ACC’s supreme position, the Chancellor.
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More than Graphic Design: A Look into the World of Viscom
by Amelie Cox Visual Communication, also known as Viscom, is another world in and of itself. The rabbit hole of umbrella categories and sub-disciplines can be overwhelming at first glance. However, ACC’s faculty and staff have centered the department around student success. With an emerging digital presence, specialized graphic skills are more prominent than ever.…
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Riverbats Call On ACC’s Administration to Act On Housing
“They want us to be like our mascot and sleep under bridges.” The administration’s lack of support enables housing insecurity to persist, student government members say. by Daniel Sadjadi Last August, ACC’s Student Government Association (SGA) members presented a recommendation proposal to the Board of Trustees to address the shortage of affordable housing for students. …
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The Honors Program: curiosity and critical thinking
Spring semester is around the corner, meaning students are taking the important step of making their schedule before registration ends on Jan. 3. What many students are not aware of is that their classes can improve significantly by enrolling in an honors course —which no, is not part of an elite society— but an academic…
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Computer Science Club Highlight
Story by Nathan Lu Graphic by Claudia Hinojos When first enrolling in Austin Community College, very few students recognize the importance and benefits of joining a student organization. Although it may appear that spending numerous hours in meetings is a waste of time when other obligations such as school, work, and family take precedence, joining…
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Revealing Different Layers of Pedro “Pete” Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief of ACCENT Student Media
The writer’s ever-changing journey to his current position has been a chart of restlessness and recklessness. Story by Angelica Ruzanova Edited by Pete Ramirez Growing up in the border town of Edinburg, Texas in the Lower Rio Grande Valley known for its multicultural populace and immigration controversies, Pedro “Pete” Ramirez’s curiosity about his community and…
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Learn How to Go Green with ACC’s Green Team
Story by Georgina Barahona Edited by Pete Ramirez Have you ever wondered what you could do to protect the natural environment around you? Have you ever tried to calculate and lower your carbon footprint? Austin Community College’s Office of Energy & Sustainability can help you address these questions and discover how you can get involved…
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Student Organization Profiles
By: Patrick Davis Joining a student organization at Austin Community College may be the last thing on your list considering the demands from classes, work, family responsibilities, internships, and more. However, there are students involved in student organizations who will tell you that the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks. ACCENT met with three students involved…
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COVID Safety
COVID-19 has changed the way we work, eat, play, and overall live. Reporter, Marissa Greene captures some images that you may have found to be familiar during these times.
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Five Remote Events for Taking a Break
Written by Marissa Greene If you’re looking for a way to take your mind off the current events, Student Life has a variety of activities for ACC students. The catch, be signed into the Student Life Portal to see all events at austincc.edu/mysl. Netflix Party Movie Nights Every Friday night Student Life will host Netflix…