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Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Iyana Mitchell

Meet Iyana Mitchell, who came to ACC through support from the college’s partner Capital IDEA. Iyana began at ACC in 2017 and after a series of road bumps and the loss of her brother, she persisted in completing her degree in Nursing.  Continue reading

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Aaron Hernandez

Meet Aaron Hernandez. He began his journey at ACC in 2018, earning a certificate in HVAC before returning to school in 2022 to earn his associate degree in Marketing.  Continue reading

Michael Deitrich, ACC General Studies in Pre-Health Science and General Studies in Science Student

Fall 2023 Graduation Spotlight: Meet Michael Deitrich

More than 3,700 students were invited to Austin Community College District’s fall 2023 commencement ceremony. Friends and family will join these grads as they prepare to walk the stage Thursday, December 7, at the H-E-B … Continue reading

ACC Fall 2023 Commencement Graphic

ACC celebrates more than 3,700 graduates at fall 2023 commencement

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates the more than 3,700 students invited to participate in its 2023 fall commencement ceremony. ACC’s celebration honors those who have completed an associate degree, bachelor degree, workforce certificate, or … Continue reading

Unlocking Success: ACC Student’s Journey to Towering Achievements

The path to reaching new heights in your career isn’t always straightforward. For Austin Community College District (ACC) student Rafael Lopez, it took some building blocks to reach new heights. Continue reading

Payton Mellor: A new addition to the Baylor Bear family

The transition into college was initially a challenge for Payton Mellor after his plan of sailing through it fell short of his expectations, but the obstacles he faced helped him overcome the psychological barrier of … Continue reading

Next graduation application deadline is Friday, October 7

You’ve taken many steps to complete college. In addition to completing your degree plan, there are other important steps for you to take in order to graduate. Meet with an advisor, counselor, or your department chair to … Continue reading

Seriously injured Iraqi refugee celebrates GED milestone

Qusay Hussein will walk the stage at the Austin Community College District (ACC) commencement ceremony tonight to receive his GED certificate with honors, 10 years after surviving a suicide bomb attack in his hometown of … Continue reading

ACC celebrates spring graduates at commencement

The Austin Community College District (ACC) will celebrate its spring graduates during commencement at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 12, at the Frank Erwin Center (1701 Red River St.). The ceremony honors students who have completed … Continue reading

ACC celebrates summer and fall graduates at commencement

The Austin Community College District (ACC) will celebrate its summer and fall graduates during commencement at 6 p.m., Thursday, December 10, at the Frank Erwin Center (1701 Red River St.). Watch commencement live online. “This is … Continue reading

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