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ACC Board of Trustees March 3 Recap

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, March 3. Highlights include an update on state legislative priorities, starting talks of the next budget, and an enrollment … Continue reading

ACC Board of Trustees members and Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart smile as they are seated at the dais on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Highland Campus, before voting to name two spaces at the Elgin Campus in honor of Jimmy and Cindi Ferguson, recognizing their $250,000 gift to support student scholarships and food security.

ACC Accepts Major Gift from Jimmy and Cindi Ferguson, Announces Naming Recognition

The Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees and ACC Foundation accepted a major $250,000 gift from Jimmy and Cindi Ferguson on Monday, March 3, 2025. The money will establish a new scholarship and … Continue reading

ACC Veterinary Technology Program Spring 2025 Pets Ready for Adoption

Austin Community College District (ACC) seeks loving homes for animals cared for by students in the Veterinary Technology program. These dogs and cats have undergone socialization and leash training, been microchipped, and received vaccinations and … Continue reading

Join us for ACC’s Elgin Campus Fall Festival

Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Elgin Campus hosts a community celebration full of fun activities, local flavors, and educational experiences for attendees of all ages. Elgin Fall Festival Date: Saturday, November 16Time: 1 to 5 … Continue reading

Meet CJ: Sustainable Agriculture and Agricultural Science student

Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Elgin Campus is home to a 17-acre sustainable farm. The site is home to the college’s Agricultural Sciences program, which offers students the opportunity to learn about agricultural production and … Continue reading

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Welcome Back, Riverbats! What to know about each ACC campus as the 2024 spring semester begins

Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes returning and new Riverbats as the spring 2024 semester begins Tuesday, January 16.  As more students head to one of ACC’s many campuses, here is some information to help … Continue reading

Welcome Back, Riverbats! Navigating Your Campus for Fall 2023

Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes returning and new Riverbats as the fall 2023 semester begins Monday, August 21.  As more students head to one of ACC’s many campuses, here is some information to help … Continue reading

ACC’s summer pets are ready for adoption

The dogs and cats cared for by ACC Veterinary Technology program students this summer are ready for adoption.  The animals have undergone socialization and basic training, get microchipped, and receive medical care, including vaccinations and … Continue reading

Welcome Back Riverbats! Navigating Your Central Region Campus

Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes returning and new Riverbats as the fall 2022 semester begins Monday, August 22. The college remains committed to keeping students on track to reach their goals. As more students … Continue reading

ACC’s Agriculture Program keeps hands-on learning going while at home

Austin Community College District (ACC) faculty are getting creative to keep students hands-on while learning from home. “I am distributing lab kits for each of my students in the horticulture course. We collected a series … Continue reading

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