Faculty and staff are invited to explore ways to better prepare students for higher education at Austin Community College’s first AustinED Summit Thursday, June 11, at Riverside Campus. The daylong summit, “Sharing the Learning Journey,” … Continue reading
Earning A’s: Faculty and staff activities, accomplishments, & accolades
This regular feature recognizes the activities and honors received by ACC faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Outstanding police administrator District Police Chief C. Lynn Dixon received the … Continue reading
Programa de ACC conectará a mujeres de 50 años y más con empleadores
Austin Community College fue galardonado con un subsidio de $300,000 de la Fundación AARP para implementar la iniciativa de TRABAJO PARA MAYORES DE 50: Es la Iniciativa para la Estabilidad Económica de las Mujeres, un … Continue reading
ACC hosts information session for free veterans training program
Austin Community College (ACC) will host two information sessions about the college’s Veterans Training Program from noon to 1 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 12, at the ACC Highland Campus, … Continue reading
HR Connection: YOUFair, Benefits enrollment, new online benefits statement, and more
The following is provided by the Human Resources Department: Attend YOUFair June 10 The Staff Development and Evaluations Office invites faculty and staff to enjoy a day devoted to personal enrichment at the first annual … Continue reading
ACC’s police chief receives statewide award
Austin Community College District Police Chief C. Lynn Dixon was honored with the 2015 Bill G. Daniels Outstanding Administrator Award from the Texas Association of College and University Police Administrators (TACUPA). The statewide group of … Continue reading
From the Provost: ‘Makerspaces,’ success stories, Opportunity Youth Collaborative
Teaching “Design thinking” and envisioning “Makerspaces” for Highland Campus Last month, I joined a group of administrators and faculty in a tour of the IBM Design Studio in Austin to explore ideas for the … Continue reading
From the president: Outcomes of the 84th Legislature
You likely are aware that our Texas lawmakers just wrapped up the 84th legislative session. As we have done in previous sessions, ACC advocated for a number of issues on behalf of students, employees, and … Continue reading
Board Briefs: Highland, Leander Campus actions
At its June 1 regular session, the Austin Community College District Board of Trustees discussed matters relating to the college’s Highland and Leander campuses. A few items are summarized below. Find meeting agendas and minutes … Continue reading
ACC Highland street names pay tribute to college’s past
The Austin Community College District Board of Trustees has approved street names for the Highland development. The names pay tribute to the college’s heritage and individuals who guided its growth. Names were submitted by the … Continue reading