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September 2026 | Credit Card Rewards—What’s in It for You?

Posted on September 24, 2026 by acc staff

Credit card rewards can be a great way to earn cash back, travel perks, or points on everyday purchases, but only if you understand how they work. Choosing the right rewards card means looking beyond … Continue reading →

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ACC Students Turn Highland Campus Into a “Flock of Hope” for National Voter Registration Day

Posted on September 24, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) students turned the Highland Campus into a temporary canvas for hope, creativity, and civic engagement on National Voter Registration Day. As part of Project HOPE, a national public art initiative … Continue reading →

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ACC Brings Community Together for Constitution Day 2026

Posted on September 18, 2026 by acc staff

Dozens of community members gathered at Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Highland Campus on Tuesday, September 15, for Constitution Day 2026 and a conversation around the question: What are my responsibilities to my community? The … Continue reading →

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ACC Student Gordon Ray Turns a Family Connection Into a Journey Through Space History

Posted on September 17, 2026 by acc staff

An Austin Community College District (ACC) Honors Program student is using opportunities beyond the classroom to investigate the story behind one of the most recognizable symbols of the Apollo era. For decades, a box of … Continue reading →

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ACC Chancellor Joins Jeremiah Program Austin Panel on Breaking Barriers for Student Parents in Higher Education

Posted on September 14, 2026 by acc staff

Facts:  What can we do to support these students and their families? Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart and the Jeremiah Program Austin invite you to join the discussion on Wednesday, September … Continue reading →

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ACC Fall Enrollment Continues to Climb as More Central Texans Choose ACC

Posted on August 21, 2026 by acc staff

Enrollment up nearly 17% in two years | Third Free Tuition cohort begins Austin Community College District (ACC) expects to welcome more than 43,600 students for the fall 2026 semester, continuing a period of significant … Continue reading →

Hays Campus Expansion Project Moves Closer to Construction

Posted on August 3, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) continues to make progress on the Hays Campus healthcare programs expansion. The architect design team recently extended the overall design schedule to fully integrate cost-saving measures without compromising the facility’s … Continue reading →

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Built for the Road Ahead: Nevaeh Is Turning a Childhood Passion Into a Career

Posted on July 31, 2026 by acc staff

When Nevaeh M. first started working on vehicles with her dad, she wasn’t just learning how to change parts or diagnose problems — she was discovering a passion that would shape her future. Now, at … Continue reading →

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McKenzie D. Didn’t Need Another College — She Needed the Right One

Posted on July 21, 2026 by acc staff

When McKenzie DeLaRosa arrived at Austin Community College District (ACC), she wasn’t just starting over—she was searching for a place where she could truly belong. In just one year, she had attended three different colleges, … Continue reading →

ACC closed in observance of Independence Day Friday, 7/3 and Saturday 7/4

Posted on June 29, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. All campuses and classes will resume their regular schedules on Sunday, July 5. Registration … Continue reading →

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