Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates more than 3,900 graduates at its fall 2024 commencement ceremony. Friends and family are invited to congratulate students at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park on Thursday, December 12.

One of those students is Cinthia Moctezuma. She is a 22-year-old first-generation female student who began at ACC in 2020. Cinthia, who became a mother during her academic journey, will earn her general studies degree. 

Hear more about her journey at ACC.

Why did you choose ACC?

I chose ACC to have an opportunity for a better career pathway at the end, without (going) in(to) debt. 

How does it feel to be graduating?

It feels awesome being a first-gen Latina, graduating. I hope making it this far in the future be something my daughter, who is currently 18 months old, is proud of. 

What was your favorite part of ACC?

The accommodations made for online school.

What is next for you?

I want to continue courses on Coursera for Data Analyst and find a work-from-home job.

What would you tell someone considering applying for college?

DO IT! STAY CONSISTENT: there are many resources aside from academics that will help you thrive.

Anything else you would like to add?

Without my support system I wouldn’t have been able to graduate. I am thankful for how my educational path came to be. I only decided to finish strong because I got pregnant and knew I had to finish strong. 

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