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Austin Community College Launches “Executive Vice Chancellor for the Future” to Lead Higher Ed Into a New Era

Dr. Monique Reeves to Serve as Sector’s First Futurist at a Community College As the nation faces deep uncertainty about the value and direction of higher education, Austin Community College District (ACC) is taking a … Continue reading

BATMET Graduates walk together

Apply Now to Start This Fall in ACC’s Manufacturing Bachelor’s Degree Program

Applications are open for Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Bachelor of Applied Technology in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (BATMET) — and there’s still time to apply for fall 2025.  The new deadline is Sunday, June 15. … Continue reading

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“I believe education is the pathway out of poverty—it’s true for me” | Meet BATMET Student Ineke H. 

The application deadline for the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (BATMET) is now Sunday, June 15, for those looking to start this fall.  The BATMET is designed to help students take the … Continue reading

ACC Honors 2025 Pride Month with Resources, Events, and Stories that Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Community

Austin Community College District (ACC) joins communities in commemorating Pride Month 2025. Throughout June, the College will celebrate the voices, identities, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and others) students, … Continue reading

It’s Your Time: Pamela Ortiz Suarez Hits All the Right Notes at ACC

Pamela Xhunaxhii Ortiz Suarez is making the most of her time at Austin Community College District (ACC), and she’s doing it with heart, talent, and purpose. The 19-year-old Music Instrumentation major is working toward her … Continue reading

CJ Hungerman, We Rise #9, 2017, acrylic and spray paint on canvas, 36 x 48 in.

ACC Hosts Virtual Artist Conversation on Gun Violence and Society: “American Roulette” 

Austin Community College District invites the community to a virtual conversation confronting the realities of gun violence through the lens of art. The conversation features American Roulette artist collective members as part of ACC’s current … Continue reading

Jalen Easley finds his voice and his next step at ACC

For Jalen Easley, Austin Community College District (ACC) is more than just a starting point—it’s a launchpad. Now 25, the Vocal Performance major first enrolled in 2019 with a clear plan. “I applied because I … Continue reading

Austin Community College to Host 2025 AAWCC Leaders Institute

Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts the 2025 American Association for Women in Community Colleges (AAWCC) Leaders Institute. The event is one of the nation’s premier events dedicated to advancing women in community college leadership … Continue reading

From Classroom to App Store: ACC Alumni & Students Bring Music Education to Life with Chime Candy

What started as a class project has become a full and interactive music learning experience—now available on the iOS App Store. Chime Candy, an app that gamifies music education for children, is the brainchild of … Continue reading

ACC Honored with Excellence in GoPurple Award for Water Conservation and Sustainability Leadership

Austin Community College District (ACC) has been recognized with the GoPurple Award by Austin Water’s Utility Development Services Division for innovative water reuse efforts at the Highland Campus. The award celebrates organizations incorporating water reuse … Continue reading

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