Looking to add a furry family member this summer? Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Veterinary Technology Program has cats and dogs ready to find their forever homes. Each adoptable pet receives comprehensive medical care while … Continue reading
ACC closed in observance of Independence Day Friday, 7/3 and Saturday 7/4
Austin Community College District (ACC) will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. All campuses and classes will resume their regular schedules on Sunday, July 5. Registration … Continue reading
ACC Honors Student Transfers to Cornell University to Pursue Pre-Law Studies
When Parker Garcia began his journey at Austin Community College District (ACC), he knew he wanted to attend law school but wasn’t sure how to get there. Through ACC’s Honors Program, campus leadership opportunities, and … Continue reading
Parenting and Going to College? ACC Can Help
Balancing college, work, and family responsibilities can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone. Austin Community College District (ACC) offers resources designed to support parenting students, from childcare assistance and food pantries … Continue reading
ACC Honors Student Transfers to Yale University to Pursue Mechanical Engineering Degree
At 30 years old, Sarah Hutcher’s path to higher education looked different from that of a traditional college student. After taking her first ACC class while working full time, she quickly discovered a passion for … Continue reading
ACC’s Riverbat Bites Food Pantry Named Best of Austin Critics’ Pick
The Austin Chronicle has recognized Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Riverbat Bites Food Pantry as a 2026 Best of Austin Critics’ Pick. It earned honors in the category of “Best Passing of the Plate.” The … Continue reading
Dreaming Big: ACC Student Earns Full-Ride Scholarship to Yale
From a warehouse job to Yale University, Angel Sanchez’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when talent meets opportunity. When he enrolled at ACC in summer 2024, he wasn’t sure where higher education would … Continue reading
ACC Honors Students Earn Admission to Yale, Cornell, Columbia, and Brown
A group of Austin Community College District (ACC) Honors Program students is headed to some of the nation’s most prestigious universities this fall, earning admission to Yale University, Cornell University, Columbia University, and Brown University. … Continue reading
June 2026 ACC + UFCU Tips | Jump-Start Saving
Saving money can feel out of reach — especially when expenses are rising. University Federal Credit Union (UFCU), in partnership with ACC’s Student Money Management Office, shares simple, realistic ways to start building a savings … Continue reading
ACC Accounting Student Antoine Gordon Is Ready for What’s Next at Texas State
“ACC was truly the foundation that helped shape the person I am today and prepared me for what comes next.” – Antoine Gordon, ACC Accounting Student When Antoine Gordon arrived in Central Texas from Jamaica … Continue reading