Austin Community College recently pulled back the curtain on the renovations that are transforming the former Highland mall into a state-of-the-art learning facility. The college marked the building’s “dry-in,” an important construction milestone that signals … Continue reading
Connect with Local Leaders at Women in Politics Event
The community is invited to learn from local political figures at the second annual Women in Politics symposium Thursday, March 20, 6 – 8:15 p.m., at ACC’s Eastview Campus (3401 Webberville Rd., Rm. 8500). “It’s … Continue reading
Earning A's: Faculty and Staff Activities, Accomplishments, & Accolades
This regular feature recognizes the activities and honors received by ACC faculty and staff. To submit news or suggestions, see the contact information below. Psychology Professor Dr. Shirin Khosropour is the first community college faculty … Continue reading
11 a.m. Tuesday Start Confirmed; Storm Warning Ending
We are continuing to coordinate weather-related information with the regional Emergency Operations Centers and with officials from the city, county, area universities, school districts, and numerous other agencies. Below is the most updated information available … Continue reading
ACC Delays Opening to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4
We are continuing to coordinate weather-related information with the regional Emergency Operations Centers and with officials from the city, county, area universities, school districts, and numerous other agencies. Below is the most updated information available … Continue reading
Submit Artwork for Second Annual Eco Bag Contest, Win an E-Reader
Bust out your artistic skills to help promote sustainability and Earth Day at ACC and you could win an e-reader. The ACC Sustainability Office and ACC’s Art Department invite all students to participate in the … Continue reading
ACC Campuses, Centers Close at 8 p.m. Monday, March 3
Cold weather is returning to Central Texas and the Hill Country! I am sending this message to let you know that ACC is monitoring continuously the weather and road conditions throughout the ACC Service Area. … Continue reading
2014 Foster Care Alumni Luggage Drive Underway
Imagine preparing for the transition from high school to college or a career with only a trash bag or pillowcase to hold all your belongings. That’s the reality for many Central Texas students in foster … Continue reading
ACC President Tapped for State Workforce Investment Council
Austin Community College President/CEO Dr. Richard Rhodes has been appointed by Gov. Rick Perry to the Texas Workforce Investment Council. The 19-member council is charged with building a well-educated, highly skilled workforce for the state … Continue reading
Seeking a Good Investment? Study Says Community Colleges Pay Off
America’s community colleges contributed $809 billion to the U.S. economy in 2012 in the form of student productivity and spending, while society benefitted from lower expenditures on safety net services and healthcare for community college … Continue reading