Dear ACC Community, As we join communities across the nation in recognizing Veterans Day, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the veterans and military-connected families who are part of our ACC community. Your … Continue reading
A Message from the Chancellor: Welcome Back – Let’s Make This a Great Fall Semester
Dear Colleagues, Welcome back! I hope you had a chance to rest, recharge, and spend time doing activities with the people you love. This fall, we’re welcoming one of the largest student surges in recent … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: A Reminder of Campus Protocols & Update on Federal Funding
Dear Colleagues, A few months ago, new federal executive orders impacting immigration enforcement went into effect. More recently, we saw changes to federal funding that impact colleges and universities. As we prepare to start a … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Caring for One Another & Our Community
Dear Riverbat Family, This holiday weekend has been marked by devastation and heartbreak across our community. We watched storms and flooding sweep through Central Texas. There’s been unimaginable loss and destruction. Our thoughts are with … Continue reading
A Message from the Chancellor to Employees: Supporting Our Students
Dear Colleagues, Many of you have likely heard about the recent court ruling that ends in-state tuition eligibility for undocumented students in Texas. I want you to know what we know and how we’re responding. … Continue reading
A Message from the Chancellor to Students: Supporting Our Students
Dear Students, Austin Community College District is aware of the recent court decision impacting undocumented students in Texas. We know this news may cause concern and uncertainty, and I want you to know we are … Continue reading
A Message from the Chancellor: Summer 2025 Welcome Back Riverbats
Dear Colleagues, Welcome to the summer semester at Austin Community College District. Summer brings a unique energy. It is fast-paced, focused, and full of students committed to moving their futures forward. Thank you for being … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Preparing to launch the new Blackboard Ultra platform
Dear ACC Family, I hope this message finds you well. I’m reaching out with an exciting update that will enhance how we teach and how our students learn. After 14 months of planning, testing, and … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: Positioning ACC for the Future—Town Hall Recap
Dear Colleagues, Today, I hosted our March virtual employee town hall meeting. I shared updates on our latest audit and the changes we’re making to help ACC function better and work smarter. We’ve spent the … Continue reading
Message from the Chancellor: ACC response to federal executive orders
Dear Colleagues, Austin Community College District (ACC) is aware of recent federal executive orders and actions that could affect our College community. We are monitoring the situation closely — particularly orders related to federal funds … Continue reading