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ACC Opens Lockhart Training Center to Meet Growing Workforce Demand

New downtown facility will offer hands-on skilled technical programs starting in 2026 Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating its newest education and career training center in Downtown Lockhart. … Continue reading

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Holidays Around the World Brings Global Traditions and Holiday Cheer to ACC Families

Holiday cheer, cultural traditions, and plenty of smiles filled the ACC Military Families Center during the second annual Holidays Around the World celebration on Friday, December 12. More than 160 people, including 100 children, turned … Continue reading

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ACC Experts: Celebrate the Holiday Season Sustainably

The holiday season may be full of joy, celebration, and togetherness, but it can also generate significant waste. Whether you’re hosting, traveling, or enjoying a quiet break at home, ACC sustainability experts offer simple, high-impact … Continue reading

December 2025 | Protect Your Password from Hackers

The end of the year is a busy time for online shopping, travel bookings, and digital transactions, which also makes it prime season for hackers. Did you know that 80% of breached accounts are linked … Continue reading

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Meet the First ACC Faculty Cohort for National Character Education Initiative

Austin Community College District (ACC) selected eight faculty members to participate in the first Faculty Institute for Transforming the Faculty & Student Experience: A Framework for Growing Character. The multi-year initiative is supported by a … Continue reading

ACC Experts

ACC Experts | Smart Strategies to Boost Your Credit Score

Rebuilding credit can feel overwhelming, but the right tools and habits can make a real difference. IACC experts break down practical, manageable steps to improve your credit score, starting with how to use credit cards … Continue reading

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ACC Fall 2025 Commencement Reaches New High at December Ceremony

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrated its fall 2025 graduates on Thursday, December 11, marking one of the largest cohorts in the College’s history. More than 4,440 students were invited to participate in ACC’s Fall … Continue reading

ACC Closes for Winter Break from December 22 through January 1

Austin Community College District (ACC) closes for winter break from Monday, December 22, 2025, through Thursday, January 1, 2026. The College will reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday, January 2. Spring registration will remain open … Continue reading

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ACC Celebrates Automotive Graduate Brian Cosme, Powered by Support from Communities In Schools

From a young age, Brian Cosme dreamed of working on cars. This fall, he turns that childhood passion into a real career as he graduates from Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Automotive Technology program. This … Continue reading

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What Comes After 2030? ACC’s Dr. LaKisha Barrett Joins Global Leaders Re-Defining Sustainability

What happens after 2030? Higher education leaders across the globe are asking a pivotal question: Are today’s goals enough to ensure a just, prosperous, and sustainable future — or is it time to chart a … Continue reading

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