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\nACC employees, students, and friends got a jump start on Earth Week at Keep Austin Beautiful’s Clean Sweep event April 8. See how you can join Earth Week activities below.<\/em><\/p>\n

ACC selected for League for Innovation board<\/a><\/h2>\n

Colleges tapped to lead the League for Innovation in the Community College naturally must be innovators themselves. ACC becomes one of only two Texas institutions serving in the highly regarded role.<\/p>\n

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From the Student Services Vice President<\/a><\/h2>\n

A grant-funded student coaching project will add a new dimension to advising. Plus, meet ACC’s liaison for important regulatory matters.<\/p>\n

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Take part in Earth Week April 17-22<\/a><\/h2>\n

Pick a pickled pepper or view “The Story of Stuff.” Each year the college finds new ways to raise awareness of sustainable living. See what’s in store.<\/p>\n

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Get news on academic, workforce programs<\/a><\/h2>\n

ACC’s academic and workforce programs are always evolving. The Student Services Division hosts two days of update sessions to keep you informed.<\/p>\n

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Meet the Riverbat Ambassadors<\/a><\/h2>\n

ACC student ambassadors represent eight areas of study, five countries, three states, and a great way to connect new Riverbats to college life.<\/p>\n

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HR Connection: Financial Wellness Fair, compensation study & more<\/a><\/h2>\n

Don’t miss important HR news: Attend the annual Financial Wellness Fair, learn about the upcoming compensation study, and mark your calendar for summer benefits enrollment.<\/p>\n

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Online faculty\/staff directory gets a new look<\/a><\/h2>\n

The Information Technology Office unveils a new, mobile-responsive online directory. Check out the user-friendly design.<\/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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Faculty: Apply for Summer Institute by April 24<\/a><\/h2>\n

Spend a week exploring dynamic and engaging teaching strategies with Project ACC Faculty Fellows. Registration is limited; see details.<\/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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Don’t forget!<\/i><\/h2>\n

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

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Upcoming Events<\/p>\n

Apr. 12, 18, 28: Campus Carry Forums<\/a>
\nApr. 12: From Humvee to ACC<\/a>
\nApr. 17-22: Earth Week<\/a>
\nApr. 21: Applied Tech Open House
\nApr. 26: Health and Wellness Fair<\/a>
\nMay 9: Hays Campus Phase 2 groundbreaking<\/a>
\nMay 11: Commencement<\/a>
\nSept. 29: General Assembly (note new later date – details to come)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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