ACC Breaks Ground on New Healthcare Building at Hays Campus

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Posted on September 22, 2026 by acc staff

Expansion will increase access to healthcare education and workforce training in Central Texas Austin Community College District (ACC) broke ground Tuesday, September 22, on a new Healthcare Professions Building at its Hays Campus. The project … Continue reading →

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The Art Galleries at ACC Presents Lessons Learned: Selections from the American Classroom Series

Posted on September 21, 2026 by acc staff

Austin Community College District’s (ACC) The Art Galleries (TAG) invites students, educators, and community members to experience “Lessons Learned: Selections from the American Classroom Series,” an exhibition by Houston-based artist and educator Darla Barolini. Drawing … Continue reading →

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Built for What’s Next: Willie Pryor Finishes What He Started

Posted on September 21, 2026 by acc staff

Ten years ago, Willie Pryor walked away from college. This summer, he became a college graduate. In between those two moments was a journey that challenged him to grow personally, professionally, and academically. Ultimately, he … 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 →

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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