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Celebrating ACC Grads! Over 140 honored at National Adult Education Honor Society 

More than 140 Adult Education students were celebrated for the National Adult Education Honor Society induction ceremony, which serves as a completion ceremony, on May 2 at ACC Eastview Campus. 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

New laws, adult ed, and student services discussed at June 3 Board meeting

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees heard reports on the 86th Texas Legislative Session, adult education programs, and student wraparound services during its June 3 regular meeting. 86th Legislative SessionDr. Molly Beth … Continue reading

Maricela Juárez: Lo que un día era un sueño lejano

Maricela Juárez, de 45 años, no ha perdido la esperanza de cumplir su sueño de trabajar en el sistema de justicia penal de Texas. “Estoy trabajando en mi título asociado en justicia penal en Austin … Continue reading

Maricela Juarez: What once was a distant dream

Maricela Juarez, 45, has not lost hope to reach her dream of working in the Texas criminal justice system. “I am working on my associate degree in criminal justice at Austin Community College and want … Continue reading

ACC’s free College Prep Program accepting spring applications

ACC’s College Prep Program, a free college preparation course for adults, is now accepting applications for the spring semester. Applications are due Tuesday, January 31, for classes beginning in mid-February. The free program, offered by … Continue reading

ACC program offers accelerated pathway for adult learners

Adults without a high school diploma or GED can start college immediately, thanks to a new grant offering free classes through Austin Community College’s (ACC) Career Pathways program. Funded by the Texas Workforce Commission, the … Continue reading

ACC’s free college prep program accepting fall applications

Enrollment is underway for Austin Community College’s College Prep program, a free college preparation course for adults. Applications are due Friday, September 2. The free program, offered by ACC’s Adult Education Division, helps high school graduates … Continue reading

Two panels at June 14 Enrollment Fair offer transfer tips, advice for adult learners

Adult learners and students working toward transfer can get expert advice during Destination: ACC @ Highland, on Saturday, June 14, at ACC Highland, 6001 Airport Blvd. The enrollment fair is being held in conjunction with … Continue reading

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