Category Archives: Faculty and Staff News

May 2026 | Don’t Underestimate Your ATM

ATMs are more than just a place to pull out cash. From deposits to transfers, ATMs can help you manage your money quickly and conveniently. University Federal Credit Union (UFCU) and ACC’s Student Money Management … Continue reading

ACC Nursing Graduate Josette Casarez Proves It’s Never Too Late to Start Over

Three years ago, Josette Casarez made a promise to herself: she was going to go back to school, build a better future for her family, and become a nurse. Now, at 34 years old, the … Continue reading

Six ACC Honors Students Selected for Chautauqua Summer Scholars in New York

Six students from Austin Community College’s Honors Program have been selected for the 2026 Summer Scholars Program at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York. Emily Carbajal, Amelie MacLay, Sydney Deramus, Dean Legend, Jules Ramirez, … Continue reading

ACC Futurist to Talk Future of Higher Ed and Workforce Inclusion at Harvard

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

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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

A large group photo of a diverse assembly of law enforcement officers and staff, standing on a staircase in a well-lit building. The officers are dressed in dark uniforms, while the staff members are in formal attire. In the foreground, a few individuals are standing in business suits, including two men in ties and a woman in a green dress. A banner above them reads "ACC is for Everyone." The setting appears to be a formal event or gathering.

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

“A female healthcare professional is explaining a surgical training mannequin to a group of five students. The mannequin is covered in a gray sheet, revealing a simulated human torso with an orange representing an organ. Surgical instruments and equipment, including a ventilator, are visible on a nearby table. The setting appears to be a medical training room.”

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

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“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

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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

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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

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