Austin Community College (ACC) invites the community to the 13th annual D\u00ed\u00ada de la Familia Festival Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside Campus (1020 Grove Blvd.).<\/p>\n
The interactive, family-friendly event celebrates Mexican-American culture and traditions and gives visitors a chance to learn about college programs and services at ACC.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe perception that college isn\u2019t for everyone must change,\u201d says Dr. Mariano Diaz-Miranda with ACC\u2019s Latino\/Latin American Studies Center. \u201cThis event invites entire families to explore ACC, meet with staff, and learn about the enrollment process, financial aid, and adult education opportunities that are available.\u201d<\/p>\n
Los Texas Wranglers, McCallum High School Ballet Folklorico, and the Ortega Elementary School Superstar Choir will provide entertainment. There will also be children\u2019s activities and prizes. Refreshments are provided.<\/p>\n
D\u00ed\u00ada de la Familia is part of the college\u2019s ongoing efforts to reach the growing number of Hispanic families in Central Texas and build a college-going culture. In fall 2017, ACC enrolled more than 14,700 Hispanic credit students, 36 percent of the total credit student body. The college is certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution, a federal designation indicating the college maintains 25 percent or greater full-time equivalent Hispanic enrollment.<\/p>\n
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Latino\/Latin American Studies Center at 512-223-6360 or email ysanche1@austincc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Austin Community College (ACC) invites the community to the 13th annual D\u00ed\u00ada de la Familia Festival Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverside Campus (1020 Grove Blvd.). The interactive, family-friendly event … Continue reading