Austin Community College District (ACC) honors our students’ incredible achievements at the upcoming Fall 2024 Commencement. More than 3,900 are invited to the ceremony at 4 p.m. Thursday, December 12, at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park.
Leading up to the big day, ACC will be spotlighting students.
Meet Chad Garza a general studies graduate. The 35-year-old started at ACC in spring 2023 and is passing along advice to those still on their journey.
Hear more about his story below.
Why did you choose ACC?
Affordability, convenience of location.
How does it feel to be graduating?
It feels like a major accomplishment.
What was your favorite part of ACC?
Getting to meet all my wonderful new friends that I’ve made along the way.
Any faculty or staff you want to recognize supporting you?
Dr. Heather Miller for supporting me during a particularly tough time after my mother passed away before I graduated.
What is next for you?
I am pursuing my 2D animation degree here at ACC for the next 1.5 years.
What would you tell someone considering applying for college?
Follow your passions, they’ll always lead you right.
Anything else you would like to add?
Get to know people, especially ones who may have opposite interests/beliefs as you. You don’t have to agree or like them, but just understanding other people can help us grow.
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