Three years ago, Josette Casarez made a promise to herself: she was going to go back to school, build a better future for her family, and become a nurse. Now, at 34 years old, the … Continue reading
“My whole life, I have dedicated myself to pursuing nursing.” | Meet ACC nursing graduate Nadia V.
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 22-year-old … Continue reading
ACC Nursing Graduate Fulfills 14-Year Promise | Meet Xavier S.
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 34-year-old … Continue reading
“You don’t have to struggle alone” | ACC Nursing student finds support with TRIO
“Many first-generation and low-income students are figuring everything out on their own. We don’t always have someone at home who understands college systems, financial aid, or academic planning. We learn by asking questions, making mistakes, … Continue reading
Discover Healthcare Careers at ACC’s Eastview Campus
Open house spotlights ACC’s expanding health sciences training as Texas faces critical workforce shortages Texas—and Central Texas in particular—continues to face critical shortages across the healthcare workforce, driven by rapid population growth, an aging workforce, … Continue reading
Hays Campus Expansion Reaches 50% Design Milestone
Austin Community College District (ACC) has reached a major milestone in the Hays Campus expansion, with the Hays 5000 Phase 3 project now officially halfway through the Design Development stage. The project includes Building 5000 … Continue reading
Most of us were not given a pot of gold | Hear from spring 2025 grad Jacob R.
Austin Community College District (ACC) will honor over 3,300 graduates at its Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 16, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park. Family, friends, and supporters are invited to cheer … Continue reading
From Pandemic Student to Future Nurse: 2025 Grad Gabriella Brown Journey Comes Full Circle
“Graduating feels like a dream come true. I’ve faced so much—but I never gave up. And now, I’m here.” — Gabriella Brown, Associate Degree in Nursing Graduate Gabriella Brown started college in 2020—in the middle … Continue reading
Road to the ER | Hear from spring 2025 grad Druzella P.
Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates more than 3,300 graduates at its spring 2025 commencement ceremony. Friends and family are invited to congratulate students at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park on Friday, May 16. … Continue reading
Explore Healthcare Careers at ACC’s Health Sciences 2025 Open House
Austin Community College District (ACC) invites prospective students and the community to explore high-demand careers in healthcare at the College’s annual Health Sciences Open House. Date: Saturday, February 22Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.Location: ACC … Continue reading