| Happy Day After Valentine’s Day. I hope that everyone is still feeling the love! You will notice a new section in our Standard beginning this week, a Councils and Committee Spotlight. The purpose of this addition is to inform all of our full-time faculty of the extraordinary work done in committees and councils across ACC. Late February is the time that instruction begins planning for the Fall. Class selection is looming on the horizon and I encourage you to factor in college service into your plans, be it in the 22-23 Faculty Senate or a council or committee. Take a moment to take a deep breath and enjoy the beautiful day.~SamanthaSamantha Croft, Ph.D.[email protected] |
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| Newsworthy Information |
| Save the Date to Visit with our Provost Dr. Umphrey — RSVP Today Dr. Umphrey will be connecting with Instruction and Student Affairs across the district to introduce herself, answer questions, and start a collaboration process. All conversations will be made available both in-person and virtually through morning and afternoon sessions. More information can be found here. |
| TLED Says, “Ask Us Anything!” Join employees from the Teaching & Learning Excellence Division (TLED) to “ask us anything” over your lunch hour! Team leads will present virtually via Zoom throughout the Spring semester on Wednesdays at noon.Dates, topics, and registration links are available here: https://campaignlp.constantcontact.com/em/1129741891072/1e3d1a44-2fd3-46ad-bb6a-a9a93eb33c14 |
| Spring 2022 ALLY Training Ally training aims to increase awareness and understanding of LGBTQIA2S+ issues and to train allies to stand with, and advocate for, LGBTQIA2S+ people. Complete this training to be listed on the website as an ALLY, receive an ALLY card for your office door, and join the ALLY community at ACC! The ALLY training workshops will be virtual. Register for one of the upcoming dates on Workday to receive your professional development credit. Friday, March 4, 9:00 am – 11:00 amTuesday, April 26, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pmFor more information and register, go here. |
| Comments for Sustainable Construction and College Operations AR are due February 28th. The Administrative Services Council (ASC) has reviewed and approved proposed changes to Administrative Rule 6.09.001, Sustainable Construction and College OperationsThe documents have been updated to align with the College’s sustainability goals, current industry standards and best practices, and the City of Austin’s long-term resource plan.The link for viewing and comments: https://sites.google.com/austincc.edu/asc/draft-changes-to-administrative-rules-and-guidelinesprocedures |
| The Faculty Senate Wants To Hear From You! Email us any topics you would like discussed at a Faculty Senate meeting by clicking on the Contact Us! button at the bottom of this newsletter. |
| Available Opportunities |
| Participate in a 3Cs Roundtable Discussion ACC’s work on the 3 Cs is continuing. You are cordially invited to participate in a one-hour online roundtable discussion with other members of the ACC family. This year, the goal of the roundtables is to identify specific areas for improvement along with suggestions for implementation. Ideas generated at the roundtables will be shared with the Chancellor’s Cabinet, the 3 Cs Cross-Functional Team, and our new 3 Cs Learning Community at ACC. The goal is to develop 3 Cs tools & resources for ACC employees. Email Missi Patterson ([email protected]) with any questions.This opportunity will be limited to the first 100 employees who respond, so grab your spot now for one of the sessions in March 2022. |
| Council and Committee Spotlight |
| Academic & Student Affairs Council ASAC makes recommendations to the Chancellor regarding district-wide policies, administrative rules and procedures related to academic and student affairs. As a council, it also responds to recommendations received from a wide range of committees covering subjects such as curriculum, student rights, faculty development, and advising. Member reflection: “This Council discusses topics that have a huge influence on all things instruction and student affairs. I feel like I am making a real impact by lending my voice and energy to this group.” Administrative Services CouncilASC makes recommendations to the Chancellor regarding district-wide policies, administrative rules and procedures related to facilities, operations, and administrative services. As a council, it also responds to recommendations received from committees regarding Information Technology and safety and environmental management. Member reflection: “I’ve served on this Council for many years. Many members are ready to rubber-stamp whatever comes our way. I believe that it is essential to protect the college from inappropriate or poorly formulated rules. For me, it’s a source of pride to be able to support the college in this way.” |
| In Case You Missed It |
| Retirement Celebration For Gerry Tucker, J.D. Austin Community College District invites you to a celebration honoring ACC Vice-Chancellor of Human Resources Gerry Tucker upon her retirement. Enjoy light refreshments and remarks honoring Gerry’s contributions to the college community. Join us virtually or in person. Registration is not required but is strongly encouraged for those who wish to join in person. February 24th from 3 – 5 p.m. at the ACC Highland PaseoRegister here. |
| Early Voting for the March 1st Primaries is Feb.15th to Feb. 25th Early voting for the March 1st Republican & Democratic primaries begins today, Monday, February 14th, and runs through Friday, February 25th. (Polling locations will be closed on February 21st in observance of Presidents’ Day.) Austin Community College encourages students, faculty, and staff to vote! |