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ACC celebrates more than 3,000 graduates at spring 2024 commencement

Austin Community College District (ACC) celebrates the more than 3,000 students invited to participate in its 2024 spring commencement ceremony. In addition, more than 3,700 students were invited to fall commencement in December –– making … Continue reading

Austin Fashion Week Celebrates Emerging Talent from ACC Fashion Incubator

As the curtains draw on another Austin Fashion Week, the spotlight shines brightly on the collaboration between the city’s premier fashion event and designers-in-residence at Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Fashion Incubator. ACC Fashion Incubator’s … Continue reading

Support Foster Youth in Central Texas Through Annual Luggage Drive This May

When foster youth age out of the system, it can be startling and lonely. Oftentimes, they get a large plastic bag to pack up their belongings as they move out and into their next chapter … Continue reading

Celebrating Success: Second Annual A&E CAD Career Fair Exceeds Expectations

Thirty-seven renowned companies attended the second annual Architectural & Engineering CAD Career Fair on April 5 at ACC Highland Campus. The career fair was a collaborative effort of the Architectural & Engineering CAD (A&E CAD), … Continue reading

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ACC celebrates AAPI Heritage Month with series of events

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, celebrated annually in May, is a time to honor and recognize the cultural heritage, contributions, and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.  In 2024, Austin Community … Continue reading

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Winner selected for 12th Annual Eco Bag Design Contest

Austin Community College District (ACC) student Gillian Renner created the winning design for the 12th annual Eco Bag Design Contest. The 2024 design is now available for purchase online and will be displayed on each … Continue reading

ACC hosts Take Back the Night as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Austin Community College District (ACC) invites students, employees, and the community to Take Back the Night. Every year, the college recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month through Take Back the Night (TBTN) ––  a worldwide movement, … Continue reading

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ACC’s Biotechnology Department welcomes AISD students for DNA Day

In a celebration of scientific inquiry and hands-on learning, Austin Community College District’s (ACC) Biotechnology Department is partnering with the college’s Make It Center (MIC) and BioRad Laboratories to host DNA Day at ACC. DNA … Continue reading

Two ACC Leaders Selected for prestigious Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship

Two Austin Community College District (ACC) leaders were selected by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program for the 2024-25 Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship. Dr. Garrett Groves, ACC Vice Chancellor of Strategic Initiatives, and Dr. Manny … Continue reading

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ACC Launches News Platform for Students in Student InfoHub

In response to the student body’s feedback, Austin Community College (ACC) launches a new resource tailored exclusively for students. ACC’s new Student InfoHub is a news platform that keeps students informed, engaged, and connected, crafted … Continue reading

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