Category Archives: Faculty and Staff News

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Celebrate Campus Sustainability Month at ACC: Get Involved in Green Initiatives

October is Campus Sustainability Month. Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts events and initiatives to foster environmental awareness and action within our community. This is an opportunity for students, staff, and faculty to come together … Continue reading

ACC joins events for the state of Humanities, Teagle Foundation

Humanities programs are rebounding after a decline in the past decade. Between 2012 and 2020, bachelor’s degrees in the humanities dropped by nearly 16 percent, reinforcing the narrative that their future is uncertain.  Now, with … Continue reading

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Austin Community College Offers Bachelor’s Degrees in High-Demand Fields

Applications are now open for Austin Community College District’s (ACC) bachelor’s degree programs. The College offers four specialized bachelor’s degrees to meet industry needs and prepare students for high-demand careers. These programs include Manufacturing Engineering … Continue reading

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ACC and Arizona State University Partner to Transfer Pathways with MyPath2ASU® Collaboration

Austin Community College District (ACC) announces a new alliance with Arizona State University to provide students with a seamless transfer experience with the MyPath2ASU® program. MyPath2ASU allows students to take the steps needed –– at the start … Continue reading

September | How to Build Excellent Credit as a College Student

It’s not as hard as it might seem to build excellent credit as a college student. It starts with being responsible about your balances, timeliness, and borrowing power. ACC’s Student Money Management Office partners with … Continue reading

ACCTV Launches Free App, Expanding Access to Programming

Stay connected with Austin Community College District (ACC) through your fingertips. The College’s broadcast and cable channel, ACCTV, is cutting the cord with the new, free ACCTV app. It allows users to navigate all the … Continue reading

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ACC Earns Veterans Gold Award from Texas Veterans Commission for Educational Excellence

Austin Community College District (ACC) has once again been honored with the Gold Veterans Education Excellence Recognition Award (VEERA) by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). This marks another milestone in the college’s ongoing commitment to … Continue reading

“It’s a moment when we celebrate our roots” | Hear how graduate Elisha M. honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month from  September 15 to October 15. The month recognizes the history, culture, traditions, and contributions of people and their ancestors with Hispanic and Latino heritage. … Continue reading

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“It means connecting with others of similar backgrounds” | Hear how graduate Jose A. honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. The month recognizes the history, culture, traditions, and contributions of people and their ancestors with Hispanic and Latino heritage. ACC … Continue reading

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ACC Board of Trustees September 9 Recap

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees held a work session followed by its regular meeting on Monday, September 9, at Highland Campus. Below are highlights from the meetings. Bond Program Update After … Continue reading

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