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Share your story: ACC Chancellor hosts virtual Student Town Hall

Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart hosts his first Student Town Hall to stay connected with students across the district. The virtual conversation allows students to know what is happening across the … Continue reading

At-a-glance | ACC Chancellor holds press conference on First 100 Days Observations

Austin Community College District (ACC) is exploring opportunities to improve student outcomes, close workforce gaps, and expand access to financial well-being for our community.  On Monday, November 6, the college’s new Chancellor, Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, … Continue reading

ACC Chancellor shares First 100 Days Observations

The college’s new Chancellor, Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, has spent his first month meeting the students, faculty, and staff. His First 100 Days plan includes scheduled tours and conversations at all 11 ACC campuses as well as virtual town hall meetings with both employees and students. Continue reading

Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart Begins Service as ACC’s 9th Chancellor

Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes new Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart. Russell, as he prefers to be called, began his service as the ninth ACC chancellor Monday, October 2, 2023. The ACC Board of Trustees … Continue reading

ACC’s New Chancellor Selected For Aspen Presidential Fellowship for Community College Excellence

Austin Community College District’s (ACC) new chancellor, Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, has been selected for the prestigious Aspen Presidential Fellowship for Community College Excellence. He will join the 25 other community college presidents in the inaugural … Continue reading

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ACC Board of Trustees August 21 meeting recap

The ACC Board of Trustees met for its regular August meeting on Monday, August 21. Trustees approved the contract for the new ACC chancellor, a new certification program, and the 2023-24 property tax rate.  Below … Continue reading

ACC Trustees Approve Contract for Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart as New Chancellor

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees approved the employment agreement of Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart during its regular board meeting on Monday, August 21. Dr. Lowery-Hart will begin his service as the ninth … Continue reading

Board of Trustees Seals

ACC Board of Trustees July 24 Recap

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, July 24. Highlights include the announcement of the lone finalist for ACC Chancellor, updates on the 2022 general obligation … Continue reading

ACC hosts community forums for three Chancellor finalists

Austin Community College District (ACC) will host a series of campus forums to introduce the three finalists for the next Chancellor of the ACC District.  All finalists will visit Austin this month to tour ACC … Continue reading

ACC Chancellor Dr. Richard M. Rhodes Announces Retirement

College’s longest-serving Chancellor will retire in August 2023 Austin Community College District (ACC) Chancellor, Dr. Richard M. Rhodes, will retire in August 2023 after 12 years of service to the college and the Central Texas … Continue reading

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