A new plaque proudly hangs on the walls of ACC’s Health Sciences building at Eastview Campus — celebrating five years of making a difference in the community. The Austin Fire Department (AFD) presented the special … Continue reading
ACC adds clinical opportunities for RN-to-BSN students through new partnership
Austin Community College District (ACC) partners with the Black Men’s Health Clinic (BMHC) to provide essential clinical training for students to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. About the Partnership with BMHC … Continue reading
A Career in Care: Follow the Lifechanging Journey of Recent RN-to-BSN Grad Stephanie E.
For Stephanie Edwards, pulling her family out of poverty came after seeing an advertisement for Austin Community College District (ACC). Stephanie earned her RN in 2011 before returning to complete her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in August 2023. Continue reading
ACC extends deadline to apply for RN-to-BSN program
Nurses continue to make up the biggest population in the healthcare profession, but a growing shortage among nurses could soon impact patient care in Central Texas. To help meet this need, Austin Community College District … Continue reading
ACC launches new ONLINE OPTION for bachelor’s in Nursing
Texas ranks second on the list of states with the most severe nursing shortage. The demand for BSN-credentialed nurses is increasing, especially in Central Texas, with an aging workforce and increased population. To help skill-up … Continue reading
ACC’s Nursing Program recognized as one of the best in Texas
Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Nursing program is being recognized as one of the best in Texas. A new report released by Nursing Schools Almanac –– a comprehensive and analytical resource for prospective students — … Continue reading
Nina Almasy named new ACC Health Sciences dean
Dr. Nina Almasy has been named Austin Community College District’s (ACC) new Health Sciences dean. She replaces Pat Recek, who retired after 24 years with the college in March. “I am grateful for the opportunity … Continue reading
Austin American-Statesman presents ACC with 2020 Best of the Best Award
The Austin American-Statesman presented Austin Community College District (ACC) with the 2020 Best of the Best Award during the Board of Trustees’ virtual meeting on Monday, January 11. This was the third consecutive year for … Continue reading
ACC Registered Nursing program selected as one of the best in Texas
Austin Community College’s (ACC) Nursing Program is recognized as one of the best Registered Nursing (RN) programs in Texas by NursingProcess.org — a leading online source for nursing education and career information. The site analyzed … Continue reading
Commencement celebrates highest number of fall 2019 graduates
Austin Community College (ACC) celebrated a record number of graduates at fall commencement Friday, December 13. The ceremony recognized 3,278 students who completed ACC’s associate degree, certificate, or high school equivalency programs for the 2019 … Continue reading