ACC Brings Community Together for Constitution Day 2026

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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 →

ACC Board of Trustees September 2026 Meetings Recap

Posted on September 17, 2026 by acc staff

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for a work session and its regular meeting on Monday, September 14. Trustees approved the fiscal year 2026-27 property tax rate, discussed the possibility of … 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 Approves New Property Tax Rate for FY2026-27

Posted on September 16, 2026 by acc staff

Average property tax bills will effectively decrease by approximately 2.2% this year Key Takeaways The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees voted to approve the College’s property tax rate for fiscal year 2026-27 … Continue reading →

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ACC Closed Friday, September 25 for Employee Event

Posted on September 16, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) is closed Friday, September 25, for a special employee event. General Assembly is an important event and a time for all ACC employees to come together and discuss the future … Continue reading →

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ACC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month 2026

Posted on September 15, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 with a series of events and conversations across the district and online. This year is extra special to ACC … Continue reading →

ACC Digital Twin Initiative Featured in Inside Higher Ed

Posted on September 14, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Digital Twin Initiative makes headlines in national higher education publication “Inside Higher Ed.” The recent article highlights the College’s work to use artificial intelligence (AI) to identify student needs earlier … 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 Featured Nationally for Innovative Approach to Student Housing Insecurity

Posted on September 8, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) is featured in Community College Daily for its work supporting students’ basic needs. The article ‘Student Housing Solutions’, explores how community colleges across the country are tackling student housing insecurity … Continue reading →

Discover ACC in Pflugerville: Explore College and Career Opportunities Close to Home

Posted on September 8, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District (ACC) invites community members to Discover ACC in Pflugerville, an opportunity to learn more about education, workforce training, and career pathways available through ACC. Discover ACC in Pflugerville Date: Thursday, October … Continue reading →

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