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Official ACC Press Releases

ACC Closed Monday, May 26 in Observance of Memorial Day 

Austin Community College District (ACC) will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. The college will reopen and resume normal operations on Tuesday, May 27.  Registration for summer and fall remains … Continue reading

ACC Chancellor Testifies Before U.S. Senate, Urges Protection of Pell and Child Care Support for Community College Students

Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) on Wednesday, May 21. The “The State of Higher Education” hearing focused on … Continue reading

Austin Community College District Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart poses for a portrait on Friday, January 12, 2024 at the ACC Highland Campus.

ACC Chancellor to Testify Before U.S. Senate on the Future of Higher Education & Workforce Development

Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart to spotlight the vital role of community colleges in building America’s skilled workforce and the critical need to invest in our students. Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart will … Continue reading

Registration Now Open for Fall 2025 at Austin Community College

Registration is now open for the Fall 2025 semester at Austin Community College District (ACC). Students are encouraged to register early to secure the classes they need and build a schedule that works for them.  … Continue reading

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ACC Adjunct Faculty Lead Groundbreaking Geoscience Research

Two adjunct faculty members at Austin Community College District (ACC) are gaining national attention for their innovative work in geoscience education, which is reshaping research access for community college students. Kusali Gamage and Leslie Davis, … Continue reading

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ACC Celebrates Record-Breaking Number of Graduates in 2024-25 Academic Year

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates its largest graduating class at the Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony. More than 3,300 students are invited to cross the stage this semester — pushing the total number of graduates … Continue reading

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Tackle Real-World Challenges at RiverHacks Civic Hackathon

Austin’s next generation of innovators will take on some of the City’s most pressing challenges at RiverHacks 2025, a two-day civic hackathon hosted at Austin Community College District (ACC). This year’s event focuses on Civic … Continue reading

ACC Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month with Events & Student-Centered Support

April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate neurodiversity and champion the experiences and identities of autistic individuals. Austin Community College District (ACC) recognizes the month through a series of events and resources.  “Every … Continue reading

Plan Ahead for Fall 2025 Registration at Austin Community College

With enrollment at Austin Community College (ACC) rising by more than 10% last academic year and expectations for continued growth, now is the time to plan for fall 2025. Early registration gives access to a … Continue reading

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ACC Student Recognized for Voter Registration, Education & Turnout Efforts in 2024 

Tianna Allen named one of 232 college students nationwide for nonpartisan voter registration and turnout successes Austin Community College District (ACC)  and the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) honor Tianna Allen as part … Continue reading

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