In the next seven years, the healthcare industry in Central Texas is expected to grow in big ways. Seven new hospitals and expansions at nine of its current hospitals have all been announced. You can … Continue reading
Welcome back, Riverbats! Spring 2024 semester begins Tuesday, January 16
Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes students for the spring 2024 semester on Tuesday, January 16. ACC employees will station at all 11 campuses this week to greet students and hand out swag as they … Continue reading
ACC closes in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Austin Community College District (ACC) is closed Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The college will reopen Tuesday, January 16, which marks the first day of the spring semester. With … Continue reading
ACC proposes free college tuition for high school seniors
Austin Community College District (ACC) wants to pilot a new program to make college tuition FREE for all high school seniors in Central Texas. On Monday, January 8, ACC Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart presented the … Continue reading
ACC closed for winter break December 22 through January 2
Austin Community College District (ACC) will close for winter break beginning Friday, December 22. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Wednesday, January 3. Registration for spring will remain open during the break. Students may view … Continue reading
ACC partners with Macy’s for Holiday Style Scholars Celebration and Scholarship Awards
Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Fashion Incubator hosts the Holiday Style Scholars event at the ACC Fashion Incubator Studios to celebrate the achievements of talented student design leaders. Two prestigious scholarships also will be provided … Continue reading
ACC celebrates more than 3,700 graduates at fall 2023 commencement
Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates the more than 3,700 students invited to participate in its 2023 fall commencement ceremony. ACC’s celebration honors those who have completed an associate degree, bachelor degree, workforce certificate, or … Continue reading
ACC closed in observance of Thanksgiving
Austin Community College District (ACC) is closed from 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 22, through Sunday, November 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. All campuses and centers will reopen on their normal schedules Monday, November … Continue reading
ACC Chancellor shares First 100 Days Observations
The college’s new Chancellor, Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, has spent his first month meeting the students, faculty, and staff. His First 100 Days plan includes scheduled tours and conversations at all 11 ACC campuses as well as virtual town hall meetings with both employees and students. Continue reading
ACC partners with T-Mobile to provide free 5G smartphones with service
As Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates its 50th anniversary, the college will provide 300 students with access to free 5G iPhones as part of an innovative partnership with T-Mobile. ACC Career Scholars who receive … Continue reading