By Barry Silverberg, Executive Director, Nonprofit Austin | CommunitySpace | Center for Nonprofit Studies at Austin Community College While the holiday season often focuses on helping others, the interest in charitable giving should not be … Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Mark Jespersen
Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates more than 3,700 graduates who were invited to its fall 2023 commencement ceremony. Friends and family will celebrate with graduates on Thursday, December 7, at the H-E-B Center in … Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Iyana Mitchell
Meet Iyana Mitchell, who came to ACC through support from the college’s partner Capital IDEA. Iyana began at ACC in 2017 and after a series of road bumps and the loss of her brother, she persisted in completing her degree in Nursing. Continue reading

New Courses: ACC’s Public Safety Training Center Offers Training For Current Peace Officers
For the first time, Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) will now offer training through more than 10 new course offerings. The courses, offered through ACC’s Continuing Education Department, will offer … Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Aaron Hernandez
Meet Aaron Hernandez. He began his journey at ACC in 2018, earning a certificate in HVAC before returning to school in 2022 to earn his associate degree in Marketing. Continue reading

Celebrate the season of giving with ACC
ACC celebrates the holiday season with many ways to give back to our students, their families, and the community. Continue reading

Submissions Now Open for 12th Annual Student Eco Bag Art Contest
Calling all students to bring your creativity! Submissions are now open for ACC’s 12th Annual Student Eco Bag Art Contest. The winning design will be printed on reusable tote bags to be displayed at each … Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Tsega Ande
Meet Tsega Ande. After beginning at ACC in 2017, 45-year-old Tsega is completing her associate degree in professional nursing. She came to ACC through support from the college’s partnership with Capital IDEA, which provides personalized assistance and support to eligible students. Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Michael Deitrich
More than 3,700 students were invited to Austin Community College District’s fall 2023 commencement ceremony. Friends and family will join these grads as they prepare to walk the stage Thursday, December 7, at the H-E-B … Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Lauren Cawley Perez
Austin Community College District (ACC) invited more than 3,700 graduates to walk at its fall 2023 commencement ceremony on Thursday, December 7, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One of those students is Lauren … Continue reading