Meet the Speakers

Dr. Monique Umphrey began serving as Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs on December 13, 2021. As chief academic officer, Dr. Umphrey leads strategic planning for the college’s academic mission, which is focused on equitable student success and community development. She collaborates with faculty and staff and leads initiatives across ACC’s 10 areas of study, which serve approximately 70,000 students annually.
An educator at heart, Dr. Umphrey is committed to success for all students and ensuring students have the skills and tools they need to succeed in their career pathways and thrive from both a civic and economic perspective.

Ebonie Trice is a native of Gary, IN who relocated to Austin, TX in 2011. In July 2014, Ebonie founded Mission Accomplished, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping those in need. Mission Accomplished serves the Greater Austin area. Mission Accomplished’s primary program is Operation Clean Clothes where we provide a FREE mobile laundry service to individuals experiencing homelessness.
While running Mission Accomplished, Ebonie attends college to further her education and skills. She’s a recent graduate of Austin Community College and a current student at Texas State University. Ebonie’s goal is to become a social worker with the intention of helping dismantle systems that hinder individuals from living healthy, prosperous, and stable lives.
Ebonie advocates in and around her community for social justice, providing support to underestimated populations, and working towards systemic change. She advocates for change by being a part of the Colony Park Neighborhood Association, One Voice Central Texas, Homeless Response System Leadership Council, and Model Community Advisory Council. She also supports adult students continuing higher education through interpersonal communication and the Free Minds Program.