Registration is now open for ACC’s fall intramural sports. Sponsored by the ACC Student Life Office, intramurals are open to all ACC students and include men’s & women’s soccer, co-rec soccer, co-rec flag football, men’s … Continue reading
ACC hosts annual transfer fair
The Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts its annual Transfer Fair to help students expand on and discover transfer opportunities as they prepare for an advanced degree from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 28, … Continue reading
Riverbat Bash kicks off fall semester
Austin Community College’s Student Life hosts the seventh annual Riverbat Bash to kick off fall semester Tuesday, September 12, through Thursday, September 21, at campuses districtwide. The events are free and open to the public and feature … Continue reading
ACC closes in observance of Labor Day
The Austin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Labor Day Monday, September 4. Student support offices on campus also will be closed Saturday and Sunday, September 2-3. Classes and other events scheduled … Continue reading
ACC signs articulation agreement with Texas Lutheran University
The Austin Community College District (ACC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Texas Lutheran University (TLU) in Seguin. Presidents Dr. Richard Rhodes and Dr. Stuart Dorsey signed an articulation agreement Monday afternoon, August … Continue reading
ACC honors Hispanic Heritage at Díez y Seis celebration
Austin Community College (ACC) celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with its 10th annual Díez y Seis event Thursday, September 14, from noon to 1 p.m. at Riverside Campus (1020 Grove Blvd.). Longtime state legislator Gonzalo Barrientos, … Continue reading
Officials: Property Tax Notification
Dear ACC Taxpayers, The District remains grateful to the community for its continued support and remains committed to delivering an exceptional return on investment. ACC provides affordable higher education and training for more than 74,000 … Continue reading
ACC kicks off historical groundbreaking at Rio Grande Campus
More than 100 years after the Rio Grande Campus first opened its doors, Austin Community College broke ground Thursday, August 10, on state-of-the-art renovations and historical preservation to the main building. “We’re preserving the history … Continue reading
Landing a job in Austin’s tech boom
The Career ACCelerator Program at Austin Community College is bridging the gap between the area’s unemployed and its robust IT industry. “Jobs with good salaries are going unfilled because of a lack of skilled IT … Continue reading
Honors astronomy course explores the possibility of extraterrestrial life
The Honors Program is offering students a chance to explore the prospect of alien life and earn laboratory science credit this fall in a special astronomy course taught by Dr. Michael Endl, a research scientist … Continue reading
ACC hosts music and recording workshops for high school students
High school students can learn about the recording industry and get hands-on experience in audio and sound production at summer workshops hosted by Austin Community College. Sessions are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 24-28 … Continue reading
ACC celebrates Mujeres Emprendedoras graduation
Leadership program teaches women business skills to build earning potential Austin Community College will host the second annual graduation ceremony for Mujeres Emprendedoras, a women’s entrepreneurship and leadership program, noon Saturday, July 1, at the … Continue reading
ACC closes in observance of Memorial Day
Austin Community College will close in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29, All offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 30. Registration for fall and summer courses will remain open. Summer sessions … Continue reading
ACC accounting alumnus ranks top in nation
Austin Community College (ACC) accounting graduate Joe Mader was named a Top CPA Exam performer by the American Institute of CPAs and was granted the prestigious 2016 Elijah Watt Sells Award. The recognition is presented … Continue reading
ACC student elected to lead Collegiate DECA as vice president
Austin Community College (ACC) student Joshua Koshy was elected 2017-2018 executive vice president of Collegiate DECA while also drawing top honors at the international business student organization’s international conference held in Anaheim, California in April. … Continue reading
Free workshops for veterans address debt management, buying a home
Student veterans and their families can get helpful information on dealing with debt and buying a home at free workshops May 16 and 23 at ACC’s Highland Business Center, 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd. “Options for … Continue reading
Creative art meets business: Kimberly Sacco takes on the fashion industry
Stepping back from the display table of graphic tees, Kimberly Sacco glances around the sales floor. Each mannequin is styled in the latest fashion trends. For Sacco, it’s a technical work of art. “I’ve always … Continue reading
Applications accepted now for free college prep program
ACC’s College Prep Program, a free college preparation course for adults, is now accepting applications for the summer semester. Applications are due Wednesday, May 17. The free 12-week program, offered by ACC’s Adult Education Division, … Continue reading
ACC hosts largest graduating class at spring commencement
The Austin Community College District (ACC) will celebrate its spring graduates during commencement 6 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at the Frank Erwin Center (1701 Red River St.). More than 1,850 students are invited to participate … Continue reading
Culinary and Pastry Arts students win at national competition
Austin Community College culinary and pastry arts students competed at the 13th annual That Takes the Cake Sugar Art Show and Competition in Round Rock in February. The competition gave students an opportunity to showcase … Continue reading
Summer community programs at Austin Community College
Summer is just around the corner and Austin Community College (ACC) has a few options grade school and potential students can consider. Pre-Med Summer Youth Academy Juniors and seniors in high school interested in pursuing … Continue reading
ACC Welding Technology students place in state competition and art shows
Two ACC welding students will compete at the Skills USA National Leadership and Skills Conference June 19-23 in Louisville, Kentucky after placing in the state competition last month. Bret Sunvision and Robert Feller placed first … Continue reading
ACC students apply now for NASA scholars program in fall
Austin Community College (ACC) students interested in an opportunity to interact with NASA scientists and engineers may apply now for NASA’s National Community College Aerospace Scholars project (NCAS). Applications are accepted through Tuesday, May 2. … Continue reading
ACC hosts 11th Annual Día de la Familia
Austin Community College (ACC) invites families to the 11th annual Día de la Familia festival on Saturday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside Campus (1020 Grove Blvd.). The bilingual event celebrates … Continue reading
Global Issues Speaker Series: April Events
Austin Community College (ACC) hosts two events in April as part of its spring global issues speakers series. The first event, a global creative media panel session, is Wednesday, April 12, from 5 to 7 … Continue reading
Deadline extended for fall Physical Therapist Assistant applications
Students applying to Austin Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program for fall have until May 18 to submit applications. Applicants who are taking prerequisite courses this spring may be considered for fall admission. They must … Continue reading
ACC hosts open tennis tournament
Austin Community College hosts an open tennis tournament from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 7, at Riverside Campus tennis courts. Sponsored by the ACC Student Life Office, the tournament will feature all-day, singles … Continue reading
ACC hosts Gospel Extravaganza celebration
Austin Community College hosts the 17th Annual Gospel Extravaganza, featuring Central Texas gospel artists and performers from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at ACC Eastview Campus, Room 8500 (3401 Webberville Rd). “The Black Students … Continue reading
ACC named national ‘Voter Friendly Campus’
The Austin Community College District (ACC) was named a “Voter Friendly Campus” for its efforts to break down barriers and empower students with information and tools to participate in the political process. The initiative, led … Continue reading
ACC hosts discussion on global environmental issues and solutions
Austin Community College will present a discussion on global environmental issues and solutions at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, at Rio Grande Campus, Auditorium, Room 201 (1212 Rio Grande). Presented by ACC’s National Society … Continue reading