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A colorful celebration scene featuring a purple mascot, ACC's R.B. the Riverbat, wearing a party hat and happy birthday sash surrounded by excited cheerleaders and students. The mascot is walking through a tunnel of colorful streamers, while the crowd waves and cheers in a festive atmosphere. The background shows a modern building with banners, adding to the lively spirit of the event.

ACC Community Turns Out to Celebrate R.B.’s 15th Birthday at Highland Campus

Dozens of students, employees, families, and community partners gathered at ACC Highland to celebrate a major milestone — R.B. the Riverbat’s 15th birthday. The celebration took place in the Paseo at Highland Campus, where ACC’s … Continue reading

A smiling individual with a tattooed arm holds up a certificate in a classroom setting. The certificate is for the "Advanced Management Education Program" and features the logo of the ACC. In the background, other people are engaged in conversation, and there are tables with papers and personal items like keys. The environment is bright and modern, with wooden flooring and a patterned wall.

ACC and Merit America celebrate first cohort to earn semiconductor certification through national model program

Austin Community College District (ACC) and national workforce training nonprofit Merit America are celebrating a major milestone in their new partnership. The first cohort of working adults completed the Semiconductor and Advanced Manufacturing program. At … Continue reading

ACC Explores the Power of the Unknown in “Exploring Uncertainty: An Interactive Art Exhibition”

Austin Community College District (ACC) invites the community to experience Exploring Uncertainty: An Interactive Art Exhibition, a collaborative showcase developed in partnership with ACC Studio Art faculty. The exhibition features works by ACC faculty, students, … Continue reading

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ACC Launches PATHS Program with Communities In Schools

New partnership expands support for students facing barriers to higher education at ACC’s Hays, Highland, and Riverside campuses. Austin Community College District (ACC) is breaking new ground in student support with the launch of the … Continue reading

You’re Invited: ACC Hosts 2025 Women Without Limits Power Summit 

You’re invited to a special one-day summit designed to inspire and grow minds.  ACC’s Military Families Center is teaming up with the Women Without Limits Movement and Women Who Werk to host the 2025 Women … Continue reading

ACC Hosts Constitution Day 2025: What Is an American?

Austin Community College District (ACC) will host a communitywide Constitution Day event on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at ACC Highland Campus. The evening will feature conversations on the question: What do U.S. foundational documents and … Continue reading

ACC Honored with Excellence in GoPurple Award for Water Conservation and Sustainability Leadership

Austin Community College District (ACC) has been recognized with the GoPurple Award by Austin Water’s Utility Development Services Division for innovative water reuse efforts at the Highland Campus. The award celebrates organizations incorporating water reuse … Continue reading

Experience Student-Crafted Cuisine at ACC’s Eatery 73

Austin Community College District (ACC) announces the opening of Eatery 73, a student-run, full-service scratch kitchen located at the Highland Campus. Patrons are invited to enjoy modern American cuisine made with fresh, farm-to-table ingredients, all … Continue reading

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ACC Prosper Tax Help Returns to Highland Campus

Austin Community College District (ACC) and Foundation Communities are once again teaming up to offer free tax preparation assistance for Central Texans through the Prosper Tax Help site at ACC Highland Campus. Members of the … Continue reading

ACC Board of Trustees welcome newly elected trustee, swear-in reelected trustees & appoint new officers

The Austin Community College District (ACC) swore in one newly elected and two returning Trustees while also recognizing the public service of an outgoing board member during the board’s general meeting Monday, December 2, 2024.  … Continue reading

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