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McKenzie D. Didn’t Need Another College — She Needed the Right One

When McKenzie DeLaRosa arrived at Austin Community College District (ACC), she wasn’t just starting over—she was searching for a place where she could truly belong. In just one year, she had attended three different colleges, … Continue reading

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“The impossible is always within reach” | Hear from spring 2026 grad Laila 

Austin Community College District (ACC) will honor more than 3,700 graduates at its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. Family, friends, and supporters are invited to … Continue reading

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‘Reward is so much greater in the end’ | Meet ECHS Graduate Jasmine W.

This spring, more than 3,700 Riverbat students are invited to participate in the Austin Community 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park.  One of those students is Jasmine … Continue reading

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Getting the right support | Joseph G’s TRIO journey at ACC

At 39, Joseph Gutierrez is proving that it’s never too late to rewrite your story. At the end of the year, Joseph will graduate from Austin Community College District (ACC) with his associate degree in … Continue reading

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ACC Transfer Student Heads to UT Austin After Finding Confidence and Community at ACC

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates the achievements of students transferring to four-year universities this fall with a special Transfer Achievement Celebration.  The event on Thursday, July 31, at ACC’s Highland Campus recognized students with … Continue reading

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Summer Scholars Program offers a growth opportunity for ACC Honors Program Student Mia M.

Three Austin Community College District (ACC) students were invited to a prestigious summer learning opportunity thanks to the ACC Honors Program. They’re heading to Chautauqua Institution in New York for a weeklong experience.  The Summer … Continue reading

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“It feels like a major accomplishment” | Meet Chad G. fall 2024 graduate

Austin Community College District (ACC) honors our students’ incredible achievements at the upcoming Fall 2024 Commencement. More than 3,900 are invited to the ceremony at 4 p.m. Thursday, December 12, at H-E-B Center at Cedar … Continue reading

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“Something my daughter is proud of” | Meet Cinthia M., ACC fall 2024 graduate

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates more than 3,900 graduates at its fall 2024 commencement ceremony. Friends and family are invited to congratulate students at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park on Thursday, December 12. … Continue reading

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‘Find a college that fits you’ | ECHS Graduate Niobe G. talks plans to transfer 

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates more than 3,000 graduates at its spring 2024 commencement ceremony. Friends and family are invited to congratulate students Friday, May 17 at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. One … Continue reading

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From Community College to the Cosmos: A Journey of Passion and Perseverance | Meet CSAA Winner Theodore Courtois

Austin Community College District (ACC) honors our students’ incredible achievements at the upcoming Spring 2024 Commencement. More than 3,000 are invited to the ceremony at 4 p.m. Friday, May 17, at H-E-B Center at Cedar … Continue reading

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