Dr. Monique Reeves, Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Executive Vice Chancellor for the Future, will present on May 15 at a national summit hosted by Harvard Graduate School of Education to talk about the future … Continue reading
CSAA Winner Genevieve Kent Elbaor: A Journey of Resilience, Service, and Purpose
A mother of three, musician, community leader, and now, Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Chancellor’s Student Achievement Award recipient. When Genevieve Kent Elbaor crosses the graduation stage this spring, she brings with her a journey … Continue reading
National Police Week: ACC Honors Officers Dedicated to Serving Students and Community
From helping students in moments of crisis to building relationships across campuses, the Austin Community College District (ACC) Police Department plays a vital role in supporting the College community every day. During National Police Week, … Continue reading
ACC, School Districts, and Healthcare Leaders Launch Central Texas Healthcare Academy
$10 million investment from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, St. David’s Foundation, and more supports new ACC-led academy Healthcare employers across Central Texas continue to face persistent workforce shortages in critical roles, from … Continue reading
“Moments where continuing felt impossible” | Hear from spring 2026 grad Serena R.
This spring, more than 3,700 graduates will be invited to participate in the Austin Community 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One of those students is 37-year-old … Continue reading
After Cancer, Caregiving, and COVID, ACC Graduate Hazina Ngandu Crosses the Finish Line
For Hazina Ngandu, earning a college degree became about much more than school. It became a promise to herself that no matter what life placed in front of her, she would keep going. This spring, … Continue reading
ACC Nursing Graduate Fulfills 14-Year Promise | Meet Xavier S.
This spring, more than 3,700 Riverbat students are invited to participate in the Austin Community 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One of those students is 34-year-old … Continue reading
ACC report shows $2.6B annual economic impact across Central Texas
Austin Community College District (ACC) generates $2.6 billion in annual economic impact across Central Texas, according to a new independent report presented at the ACC Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, May 4. The analysis … Continue reading
From ACC to Texas State: 2026 Grad Klarissa R. Turns Determination into a Bats to Cats Success Story
For Klarissa Robledo, college wasn’t just about earning a degree—it was about proving to herself that she could keep going, even when everything felt overwhelming. Now 22, the journalism graduate began her journey at Austin … Continue reading
ACC Spring 2026 Graduate Miliana Bazan Finds Her Path in Film
Miliana Bazan’s journey at Austin Community College District (ACC) is proof that finding your path doesn’t always happen right away. Now 20, Miliana will graduate with an Associate of Arts in Radio, Television, and Film. … Continue reading