{"id":574,"date":"2017-02-14T20:30:23","date_gmt":"2017-02-14T20:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/facstaff-digest\/?p=574"},"modified":"2017-02-14T20:46:02","modified_gmt":"2017-02-14T20:46:02","slug":"facstaff-digest-february-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/facstaff-digest\/facstaff-digest-february-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Facstaff Digest – February 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

College and community leaders celebrated innovation and opportunity at the grand opening of the ACC Bioscience Incubator. See photos of the facility.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

ACC to develop Campus Carry policies<\/a><\/h2>\n

Texas community colleges must comply with state law allowing guns on campuses by August 1. Learn how ACC is developing Campus Carry policies and how you can be involved.<\/p>\n

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Annual teaching, leadership award recipients exemplify excellence<\/a><\/h2>\n

See which faculty and staff are being honored for their work on behalf of students and colleagues.<\/p>\n

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Student Services, Instruction divisions welcome new leaders<\/h2>\n

The Student Services and Instruction divisions have expanded leadership. Read From the VP of Student Services<\/a> and From the VP of Instruction<\/a> to meet these new members of the ACC community.<\/p>\n

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IT introduces new system for tech help requests<\/a><\/h2>\n

At some point you’ve probably relied on the expertise of ACC’s outstanding computer support technicians. Learn about the convenient new tool for requesting help for all things tech-related.<\/p>\n

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Faculty group explores critical global issues; apply now for 2017-18<\/a><\/h2>\n

The Globalizing Curriculum Faculty Learning Community is learning how to infuse diverse curricula with an awareness of world issues.<\/p>\n

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Celebrate Round Rock Campus Phase 2 groundbreaking Feb. 28<\/a><\/h2>\n

Work to expand Round Rock Campus is set to begin. Read about plans and RSVP for the February 28 groundbreaking celebration.<\/p>\n

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HR Connection: Heart health, insurance ‘double coverage,’ retirees & more<\/a><\/h2>\n

The HR Office offers timely tips for heart health and discounts on Valentine’s Day gifts. Plus, make sure you know the rules about having insurance coverage through more than one group plan member.<\/p>\n

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FacStaff Accolades<\/a><\/h2>\n

Read about activities and honors of faculty and staff.<\/p>\n

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Faculty reminder: Student attendance certifications<\/a><\/h2>\n

Certifying class rosters is not just a formality – students’ financial aid depends on it. See attendance certification deadlines and FAQs about the process.<\/p>\n

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Upcoming Events<\/p>\n

Feb. 17: Open Forum on Pathways & the Faculty Experience<\/a>
\nFeb. 25: Health Sciences Open House<\/a>
\nFeb. 28: Round Rock Campus Phase II Groundbreaking<\/a>
\nMar. 1: Alumni Network Spring Party<\/a>
\nMar. 5: Fairway 5K cross country walk and run<\/a>
\nMar. 24: Learning Lab Tutor Conference<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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