{"id":582,"date":"2017-03-07T18:39:08","date_gmt":"2017-03-07T18:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/facstaff-digest\/?p=582"},"modified":"2017-03-07T18:42:45","modified_gmt":"2017-03-07T18:42:45","slug":"facstaff-digest-march-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/facstaff-digest\/facstaff-digest-march-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Facstaff Digest – March 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"


\nSoggy weather didn’t dampen the spirits of dozens of participants and volunteers who raised money for student scholarships at the March 5 Fairway 5K. The trophies were handcrafted by faculty from the Welding Technology and Jewelry Departments. See race results.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Round Rock Campus phase 2 development begins<\/a><\/h2>\n

Round Rock community leaders joined ACC to celebrate the opportunities Round Rock Campus phase 2 will bring. Read about the groundbreaking ceremony.<\/p>\n

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Campus Carry forums scheduled<\/a><\/h2>\n

April forums will give faculty, staff, and students a chance to learn about the state’s Campus Carry law and provide input to guide college policies.<\/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 Enrollment team introduces new name, processes for student onboarding<\/a> The Enrollment Management Office, now renamed Recruitment & Enrollment, has implemented new processes and organizational changes. View an update, including a department who’s who, and answers to frequently asked questions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Summit explores strategies for success equity<\/a><\/h2>\n

More than 350 faculty, staff, students, community leaders, and education partners convened to deepen their understanding of racial inequity and explore strategies for change. Watch a video of the keynote presentation and see which faculty and staff were named “Equity & Inclusion Pioneers.”<\/p>\n

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HR Connection: New employment app, wellness programs, retirees & more<\/a><\/h2>\n

Learn about the new online employment application replacing eHire. Plus, improve your resiliency at upcoming workshops, learn about “Mammo Mixers,” and see who deserves well-wishes on their retirement.<\/p>\n

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ACC shares insight with visiting college leaders from Pakistan<\/a><\/h2>\n

Principals from two Pakistani colleges hope to adopt community college concepts in their country. Guess who they’re visiting for ideas?<\/p>\n

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Teaching Excellence award recipients emphasize personal touch<\/a><\/h2>\n

Dr. Robert Blodgett and Mario Aguilar share a common commitment to connecting with their students. Read about the recipients of this year’s Teaching Excellence award.<\/p>\n

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Nominate for Presidential Student Achievement award:<\/a><\/h2>\n

Submit names for this prestigious award by March 31.<\/p>\n

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Donate to annual luggage drive for foster care alumni:<\/a><\/h2>\n

Want a relatively easy way to support new and future Riverbats? This is it.<\/p>\n

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Be a Puente volunteer:<\/a><\/h2>\n

ACC is expanding this successful program. More students means more mentors are needed.<\/p>\n

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Upcoming Events<\/p>\n

Mar. 24: Learning Lab Tutor Conference<\/a> (Labs are closed that day)
\nApr. 6: Annual Awards Dinner<\/a>(purchase tickets by April 3)
\nApr. 7: Job Fair & Career Exploration Event<\/a>
\nApr. 17-22: Earth Week<\/a>
\nMay. 11: Commencement<\/a><\/p>\n

Thinking you just recently received February’s FacStaff Digest?<\/h2>\n

Wondering when to expect the FacStaff Digest in your inbox? It’s typically sent on the second Monday each month. This month’s early edition is due to Spring Break. Subscribe to FacStaff updates<\/a> to receive announcements as they are posted.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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