Central Texas’ growing demand for skilled construction workers is driving a new partnership focused on preparing the region’s future workforce. Austin Community College District (ACC) and Sundt Construction (Sundt) officially signed a new partnership Thursday, … Continue reading
February 2026 | Five Ways to Protect Yourself from Tax Scams
Did you know that tax scams aren’t just a seasonal threat? Fraudsters are at work year-round, targeting taxpayers to steal money or personal information. University Federal Credit Union (UFCU), in partnership with ACC’s Student Money … Continue reading
ACC Open House Showcases Fast-Track Training for High-Demand Fields
Hands-on Northridge event highlights pathways into plumbing, HVAC, and other essential careers Central Texas continues to face workforce shortages across multiple fields, including craft trades, healthcare, business, and more. These are jobs that keep homes … Continue reading
Transfer Week 2026 | Hear from students who have been there
Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Transfer Week (February 16–20) is designed to help you prepare with clear information, expert guidance, and direct connections to university partners. Throughout the week, students can: A key event during … Continue reading
Learn How Dual Credit with ACC Can Help Students Get Ahead
Austin Community College District (ACC) offers dual credit programs that allow eligible high school students to earn college credit while still in high school. To help students and families understand how dual credit works, ACC … Continue reading
ACC Board of Trustees February 2 Recap
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, February 2. Highlights include the fall financial report and refunding bonds. Below are highlights from the meeting. Federal Legislative … Continue reading
ACC Students Talk Black History Month 2026 | Meet Precious M. ost
In honor of Black History Month, Austin Community College District (ACC) recognizes students commemorating the month by sharing personal insights and reflections. Meet Precious Mosley, a Journalism student at ACC, a member of Bold Representation … Continue reading
ACC Board of Trustees Receives Overview of Federal Legislative Priorities for 2026
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees received an overview of the national Community College Federal Legislative Priorities for 2026 during its regular meeting on Monday, February 2. The priorities—developed by the American … Continue reading
Discover Healthcare Careers at ACC’s Eastview Campus
Open house spotlights ACC’s expanding health sciences training as Texas faces critical workforce shortages Texas—and Central Texas in particular—continues to face critical shortages across the healthcare workforce, driven by rapid population growth, an aging workforce, … Continue reading
ACC Spotlights Dual Credit as a Pathway to College and Career Success
Dual credit continues to be a powerful tool for helping Central Texas students get ahead. It allows students to earn college credit while still in high school—reducing future college costs and accelerating entry into college … Continue reading