Former Dillard’s women’s store will house joint office and production facilities Austin Community College (ACC) unveils plans for the redevelopment of the former Dillard’s women’s space at Highland in partnership with KLRU-TV, Austin PBS. The … Continue reading
ACC kicks off historical groundbreaking at Rio Grande Campus
More than 100 years after the Rio Grande Campus first opened its doors, Austin Community College broke ground Thursday, August 10, on state-of-the-art renovations and historical preservation to the main building. “We’re preserving the history … Continue reading
ACC celebrates Rio Grande Campus groundbreaking
The Austin Community College District (ACC) breaks ground on renovations at its Rio Grande Campus 9 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 10. The event is free and open to the public. Click here to RSVP … Continue reading
ACC and Round Rock ISD celebrate Early College High School partnership
The Austin Community College District (ACC) and Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD) celebrated the first Early College High School program on an ACC campus Thursday, October 27, at Round Rock Campus. The Round Rock … Continue reading
Groundbreaking celebrates Elgin Campus expansion
Partnership was the primary theme when state and community leaders joined the Austin Community College District (ACC) Tuesday, October 11, at the groundbreaking celebration of Elgin Campus Phase II. “We’re here because of your vision, … Continue reading
ACC hosts campus drills during Emergency Preparedness Week
The Austin Community College District (ACC) is preparing its campuses in the event of an emergency with a series of drills Monday, September 12, through Sunday, September 18. ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week each semester to educate students, faculty, and staff … Continue reading
ACC Student Life hosts resource fairs for students
Austin Community College’s Student Life hosts the sixth annual Riverbat Bash to kick off fall semester Tuesday, September 6, through Friday, September 16, at campuses districtwide. “Riverbat Bash: Get Connected” features games, activities, giveaways, and refreshments. Students … Continue reading
ACC closes in observance of Labor Day
The Austin Community College District (ACC) will close in observance of Labor Day Monday, September 5. In addition, Student Services offices at all campuses will be closed Saturday, September 3, and Sunday, September 4. Learning … Continue reading
ACC South Austin Campus celebrates 10-year anniversary
More than 200 friends of Austin Community College commemorated the 10th anniversary of the college’s South Austin Campus at a fiesta-themed celebration August 4 in the campus courtyard. See photos and video from the event … Continue reading
ACC celebrates 10 years at South Austin Campus
The Austin Community College District (ACC) invites students and the community to celebrate the 10th anniversary of ACC’s South Austin Campus Thursday, August 4, with a fiesta from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the campus … Continue reading
Gotta catch ‘em all? Head to ACC campuses!
Creatures from the Pokémon Go game are popping up on Austin Community College campuses. Help players catch a great future at ACC Share this video to help others catch Zubat and information on registering at … Continue reading
ACC-Rackspace P3: Final Comprehensive Agreement
For Monday, June 6, 2016, public hearing held during the ACC Board of Trustees regular meeting (see agenda): ACC-Rackspace P3: Final Comprehensive Agreement (downloadable PDF)
ACC students place at international DECA competition
Six ACC students recently competed at the 2016 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in Washington, D.C. DECA is an international organization open to all high school and college students interested in the business world. … Continue reading
ACC celebrates spring graduates at commencement
The Austin Community College District (ACC) will celebrate its spring graduates during commencement at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 12, at the Frank Erwin Center (1701 Red River St.). The ceremony honors students who have completed … Continue reading
Destination ACC: Saturday offers 1-on-1 enrollment help
Austin Community College (ACC) is hosting a series of open house events for students who want to sign up for summer or fall classes but haven’t started or haven’t finished the process. Destination: ACC Saturday will … Continue reading
ACC monitoring inclement weather
The Austin Community College District (ACC) continues to monitor weather conditions. Due to inclement weather, ACC campuses and centers will open at 10 a.m. Monday, April 18. All classes and activities starting before that time … Continue reading
ACC names future Leander campus
The Austin Community College District Board of Trustees unanimously named the district’s future Leander campus the ACC San Gabriel Campus during its regular meeting Monday, April 4. “This campus will be a vital part of … Continue reading
ACC closes for spring break
The Austin Community College District closes Monday, March 14, through Sunday, March 20, for spring break. The college will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, March 21.
ACC hosts campus drills during Emergency Preparedness Week
The Austin Community College District (ACC) is preparing its campuses in the event of an emergency with a series of drills Saturday, January 30, through Friday, February 5. ACC hosts Emergency Preparedness Week each semester … Continue reading
ACC closed for winter break; registration still available
The Austin Community College District (ACC) will close for winter break beginning Wednesday, December 23. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, January 4. Spring registration will remain open. Students may view the spring course … Continue reading
ACC campuses undergo Riverbat restyling
Austin Community College campuses are about to get an infusion of Riverbat purple pride. The college is planning mini-makeovers to incorporate ACC’s Riverbat symbol and official purple shade. “When you go to UT or Texas … Continue reading
ACC celebrates summer and fall graduates at commencement
The Austin Community College District (ACC) will celebrate its summer and fall graduates during commencement at 6 p.m., Thursday, December 10, at the Frank Erwin Center (1701 Red River St.). Watch commencement live online. “This is … Continue reading
Destination: ACC Saturday gets students enrolled for spring
The Austin Community College District (ACC) is hosting an open house for students who want to sign up for spring classes but haven’t started or haven’t finished the process. Destination: ACC Saturday will be held … Continue reading
ACC goes purple to celebrate mascot’s five-year milestone
The Austin Community College District (ACC) invites the community to wear their Riverbats gear or go purple and join the college in celebration of the fifth birthday of the Riverbat, ACC’s official mascot, from 10 … Continue reading
Celebrate RB and ACC on Riverbat Day Nov. 18
RB the Riverbat is turning 5 and Austin Community College wants students, faculty, and staff to help its beloved mascot celebrate! Wednesday, November 18 is Riverbat Day! On Wednesday, November 18, RB will kick off … Continue reading
ACC closed for the day
Austin Community College (ACC) campuses and centers are closed Friday, October 30, due to severe weather. Classes and activities are canceled. For those already on campus, stay inside the building until safe to travel. All others should … Continue reading
ACC hosts annual Veterans Day commemoration
The Austin Community College District (ACC) invites veterans, their families, and the community to “We’ve got your six,” a Veterans Day celebration, on Wednesday, November 11, at the ACC Veterans Resource Center at Highland (6101 … Continue reading
ACC Highland Campus achieves LEED Gold certification
The U.S. Green Building Council awarded Austin Community College’s Highland Campus LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification for sustainable design and construction. It is the first ACC campus built to gold standards … Continue reading
In the wake of Oregon’s tragedy
A message from the President/CEO and Police Chief: Community colleges and universities across the nation have been watching the tragic events unfold at Umpqua Community College in Oregon. Austin Community College sends its heartfelt sympathy … Continue reading
Going all in: Professor Liz Coccia teaches students to apply knowledge, share hope
For many, the thought of dealing with the disease of addiction is not exactly uplifting. But that’s just what Dr. Elizabeth Coccia, professor and chair of Austin Community College’s Human Services Department, found it to … Continue reading