Six Austin Community College District (ACC) Honors Program students were selected to attend the 2026 Public Policy and International Affairs Program (PPIA) Public Service Weekend at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University … Continue reading
Round Rock Campus Applied Technology Expansion Nears Completion Ahead of Fall Semester
Austin Community College District (ACC) enters the final stages of construction on the Round Rock Campus Applied Technology Expansion. Phase 1 is now more than 90% complete. The new Automotive Technology and Advanced Manufacturing facilities … Continue reading
McKenzie D. Didn’t Need Another College — She Needed the Right One
When McKenzie DeLaRosa arrived at Austin Community College District (ACC), she wasn’t just starting over—she was searching for a place where she could truly belong. In just one year, she had attended three different colleges, … Continue reading
Travis County Recognizes ACC’s Free Tuition Program with Proclamation
The Travis County Commissioners Court recognized Austin Community College District (ACC) and its Board of Trustees during its Tuesday, July 14, meeting. The county presented a proclamation honoring Trustees and the College’s Free Tuition Pilot … Continue reading
Built for What’s Next: ACC ESOL Student Aiden Gong Overcomes Language Barriers to Pursue a Nursing Career
“ACC built me for what’s next by giving me space to grow into someone I honestly never thought I could become before. Through tutoring, nursing coaching, student employment, and the support of people around me, … Continue reading
July 2026 | 8 Smart Tips for Managing Money
When money feels tight or unpredictable, budgeting can feel overwhelming. Whether your income is steady, inconsistent, or limited, building a plan around what you have can help you reduce stress, avoid debt, and start saving. … Continue reading
ACC Board of Trustees July 2026 Meetings Recap
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for a work session and its regular meeting on Monday, July 6. Trustees adopted the fiscal year 2027 (FY27) budget, authorized the sale and issuance … Continue reading
From ACC to the Ivy League: Claire Hobbs Helps Students Reach Top-Tier Universities
When several Austin Community College District (ACC) Honors Program students earned admission to some of the nation’s most selective universities this year, there was one familiar face helping guide them through the process: Claire Hobbs. … Continue reading
ACC Board of Trustees to Host Public Hearing on Proposed Pflugerville ISD Annexation
Residents encouraged to learn more about proposed service plan The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees hosts a public hearing on the proposed annexation of the Pflugerville Independent School District (PfISD) territory into … Continue reading
ACC Board Adopts Balanced FY27 Budget
Key Takeways AUSTIN, TX (July 7, 2026) — The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees unanimously approved a balanced budget for fiscal year 2027 (FY27) during its regular meeting on Monday, July 6. The … Continue reading