Dear Riverbats, Nearly one year ago, senseless violence shook the small town of Uvalde, Texas. Today, the State of Texas issued an order to lower flags to half-staff on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, in memory … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Support for Our Black Community
Dear Students, Faculty & Staff — This week marks the start of Black History Month. It is scarred by the recent, tragic death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Tennessee. There are no words to fully … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Supporting our AAPI Community
Dear Riverbats, This week marks the start of a new lunar year. It is a holiday celebrated by billions of people around the world — including here at Austin Community College. The day is meant … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Announcing my retirement plan
Dear Riverbats, I hope that the first days of your spring semester have been rewarding and encouraging. We are honored you have chosen ACC for your college journey. As the new semester begins, I find … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: My Plans for the Year Ahead
Dear Riverbats, Welcome to the start of a new year and a new semester. As you know, 2023 is a special year for Austin Community College District. It is our 50th anniversary. For 50 years … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: 2023 College Priorities
Dear Riverbats, Welcome back from the winter break. I hope yours was restful and reinvigorating. The year ahead will be an important one. In 2023, ACC will begin its work to implement our Quality Enhancement … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Celebrating ACC Grads
Dear Riverbats, Our semester comes to an end this week and commencement is upon us. It’s one of my favorite times of the year. This time marks the culmination of months and years of hard … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Support for Iranian Communities
Dear Riverbats, Welcome back from the Thanksgiving holiday. I hope yours was filled with joy and moments of personal reflection. I come back reminded of the many reasons I have to give thanks, including those … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: In Appreciation of Our Military Veterans
Dear Riverbats, Tomorrow marks the nation’s observance of Veterans Day. It is a day to honor and appreciate members of the armed forces who served our country. ACC is proud to stand in support of … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: ACC’s Bond is Moving Forward
Dear Riverbats — Results of the November 8 Election are in, and it is clear — our community stands in support of the Austin Community College District. I’m happy to share that the college’s 2022 … Continue reading