The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees held its regular February meeting on Monday, February 1, in a virtual format due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Below are highlights from the meeting. Federal … Continue reading
Parking changes at ACC Highland begin February 15
Parking at Austin Community College District’s Highland Campus will change beginning Monday, February 15, due to ongoing construction and development. Parking Updates The north and west parking lots located immediately in front of ACC Highland … Continue reading
ACC talks Black History Month: Jason Brown
Throughout Black History Month, Austin Community College District (ACC) asks influential and accomplished faculty, staff, and students to discuss what Black History Month means to them. Jason Brown has worked at ACC for nine years. … Continue reading
ACC joins new, national campaign to increase transfer rates for underserved populations
Austin Community College District (ACC) joins the Equity Transfer Initiative (ETI) to help develop programs and pathways to increase transfer rates for African-American, Hispanic, adult, and first-generation learners. National data show 80 percent of community … Continue reading
ACC talks Black History Month: Larry Davis
Throughout Black History Month, Austin Community College District (ACC) asks influential and accomplished faculty, staff, and students to discuss what Black History Month means to them. ACC’s Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer (CEDIO), Larry … Continue reading
ACC Board of Trustees approves 2021 federal legislative priorities
The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees approved the 2021 federal legislative priorities during its regular board meeting Monday, February 1. All policy initiatives are in line with ACC’s mission to promote student … Continue reading
ACC’s Adult Education division recognized with several state awards
Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Adult Education (AE) division received several statewide awards that recognize the division’s performance, executive director, and students. Texas Workforce Commission Best in Class Award The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) honored … Continue reading
Enrollment now open for new Travis ECHS Hospitality Management Program
Austin Community College District (ACC) partners with Austin Independent School District (AISD), Austin Hotel Lodging Association, and Visit Austin for a new innovative program at Travis Early College High School (ECHS). Enrollment is now open … Continue reading
ACC selected for prestigious Racial Equity Leadership Academy
Austin Community College District (ACC) was selected to participate in a new, innovative academy designed to tackle racial equity issues in higher education. Developed by Achieving the Dream and the University of Southern California Race … Continue reading
ACC celebrates Black History Month 2021 with series of events
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of Black Americans to culture and society. Austin Community College District (ACC) commemorates the month with a series of virtual events and … Continue reading