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Austin Community College Offers Bachelor’s Degrees in High-Demand Fields

Applications are now open for Austin Community College District’s (ACC) bachelor’s degree programs. The College offers four specialized bachelor’s degrees to meet industry needs and prepare students for high-demand careers. These programs include Manufacturing Engineering … Continue reading

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Rep. Lloyd Doggett presents $1.5 million in congressional funding to ACC

National leaders are coming to Austin Community College District (ACC) to learn more about how the College is working to remain in the forefront of the semiconductor industry.  On Thursday, August 29, U.S. Representative Lloyd … Continue reading

Meet Eddie A. one of the first to complete the full Advanced Manufacturing pathway

At just 24 years old, Eriverto (Eddie) A. is breaking new ground as one of the first students to complete a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Manufacturing Engineering at Austin Community College District (ACC). As … Continue reading

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ACC receives $7.5 million grant for semiconductor training

Austin Community College District (ACC) has been recognized yet again for its advanced work in the semiconductor manufacturing sector with a new U.S. Department of Defense grant.  The College received $7.5 million from a Defense … Continue reading

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“This is what prison reform looks like” | 86 Women Behind Bars Graduate from ACC’s Vocational Programs

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrated the most recent cohort of graduates from the Lockhart Correctional Facility in April. ACC’s Continuing Education Division’s unique partnership provides customized training and certification in some of the most … Continue reading

ACC Welcomes VIPs from Washington, DC, Talking Big Semiconductor News

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo says what is happening at Austin Community College District (ACC) is a game changer. The secretary came to ACC Highland Campus on Monday, April 15, to meet with students … Continue reading

Austin Community College District, UT, and Texas Institute for Electronics partner to launch new Semiconductor Training Center

Austin Community College District (ACC), the University of Texas at Austin (UT), and the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) announce a new workforce development partnership that will fuel the needs of America’s semiconductor industry.  Together, … Continue reading

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Get a head start to join the next cohort for the Manufacturing Bachelor’s Degree

Central Texas has a robust and diverse manufacturing industry, with thousands of high-paying positions going unfilled. Austin Community College District (ACC) hosts an open house for those looking to take the next step in their … Continue reading

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ACC awarded 2023 STEM Talent Challenge; Launches new semiconductor training program

Austin Community College District (ACC) is one of 11 colleges and universities nationwide to receive the 2023 STEM Talent Challenge. The national competition is overseen by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA).  … Continue reading

Spotlight on Central Texas’ Thriving Manufacturing Industry: A Visit by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo paid a visit to Austin Community College District (ACC) and shed light on the booming manufacturing industry in Central Texas. During her February visit, Secretary Raimondo stopped at ACC’s … Continue reading

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