The Austin Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) has donated $10,000 to the Austin Community College Foundation to support students in ACC\u2019s hospitality programs.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe demand for hospitality professionals in Central Texas is growing rapidly. Continued support for student success from our industry community has been essential for learning and career opportunities,\u201d says Michelle Fitzpatrick, chair of ACC\u2019s Hospitality Management Department.\u00a0\u201cIt\u2019s important to do everything we can to accelerate students\u2019 completion by providing financial support in addition to preparing them to be the best candidates within the hospitality industry.\u201d<\/p>\n
ACC offers associate degrees and certificates in hospitality management, culinary arts, travel and tourism, and meeting and event planning. Students get hands-on training using the latest equipment and have access to internship opportunities through extensive industry partnerships.<\/p>\n
Since 2008, 29 students in the college\u2019s hospitality programs have received scholarships through the AHLA endowment fund. The AHLA also provides mentoring programs for ACC students.<\/p>\n
Students may apply now for 2016-17 scholarships. Scholarships are awarded through the college\u2019s General Scholarship application, available online at\u00a0austincc.edu\/scholarships<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n For more information about ACC\u2019s Hospitality Department visit austincc.edu\/hospitality<\/a> or call 512-223-5274.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Austin Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) has donated $10,000 to the Austin Community College Foundation to support students in ACC\u2019s hospitality programs. \u201cThe demand for hospitality professionals in Central Texas is growing rapidly. Continued … Continue reading