Current and future Austin Community College students can submit the 2017-18 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning October 1 instead of waiting until January 1. The new schedule gives students more time to … Continue reading
State Employee Charitable Campaign begins Oct. 3
This year’s State Employee Charitable Campaign kicks off Monday, October 3, and continues through October 31. The campaign gives employees the opportunity to contribute to several national and international organizations and dozens of charities that … Continue reading
ACC program offers accelerated pathway for adult learners
Adults without a high school diploma or GED can start college immediately, thanks to a new grant offering free classes through Austin Community College’s (ACC) Career Pathways program. Funded by the Texas Workforce Commission, the … Continue reading
Degree Map training for faculty begins Sept. 29
ACC faculty can learn about the latest updates to the Degree Map online tool at upcoming training sessions. The training is designed for instructors who advise students; however, all faculty and advisors are encouraged to … Continue reading
ACC recognizes new National Society of Collegiate Scholars members
Austin Community College District (ACC) will host its second annual National Society of Collegiate Scholars ACC Chapter (NSCS) Induction Ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 29, at Eastview Campus, Building 8000, Room 8500 (3401 Webberville … Continue reading
ACC renames and expands External Affairs Office
As a part of a districtwide effort to expand community engagement, Austin Community College’s External Affairs Office has a new name and broadened scope. The Division of Community Engagement and Public Affairs now comprises the … Continue reading
History symposium examines Texas law enforcement
Austin Community College (ACC) will host a symposium on Texas history 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, October 15, at Eastview Campus, Building 8000, Room 8500 (3401 Webberville Rd.). “Lots of Law East of the Pecos” … Continue reading
Faculty: Learn about incorporating open course materials at presentation Sept. 30
Do you have questions about open online course materials and whether they can work in your teaching? Dr. David Wiley, co-founder and chief academic officer of Lumen Learning and nationally recognized expert in open content, … Continue reading
Rackspace’s plan to move into Highland mixed-use project inches ahead
Austin Business Journal: Rackspace’s plan to move into Highland mixed-use project inches ahead The deal that would see tech company Rackspace Hosting Inc. — more than two years in the making — occupy a revamped Dillard’s … Continue reading
College partnership seeks to fill STEM hole in Texas labor force
Austin Business Journal: College partnership seeks to fill STEM hole in Texas labor force Texas A&M University is using a $5 million donation from Chevron Corp. to establish five engineering academies statewide, including one locally withAustin … Continue reading