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Ten Things To Do Before Leaving ACC p. 51
Seven Stress Busters p. 18
Super-Student Hall of Fame p. 33-43
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Letter from the Editor
Appreciating the Community College Experience I moved to Austin in the fall of 2013 from a small town called Belton, just an hour north of Austin. When I came to Austin, all I wanted to do was bypass community college and transfer to the University of Texas to obtain my journalism degree. However, in the two years that I have been here, I’ve grown to love ACC and the community college life. I didn’t realize how much I would grow to appreciate every opportunity the small classes and Student Life organizations had to offer. Austin Community College helped me juggle volunteering, my full-time job at a Mediterranean restaurant and working on this magazine with wonderful people. I hope the information the staff and I put into this magazine will give readers an understanding of what life at ACC is like and how they can make the transition a little easier. The magazine contains tips about admissions and navigating college life. It is important to us that your time here at ACC is as stress free as possible. What I wish for more than anything is for my fellow students to have as wonderful a time at ACC as I did. Have a great semester everyone!
Noor Azmi Alahmadi Editor
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Life 4U is Austin Community College’s student-produced, back-to-school, insider’s guide for new and returning students. The magazine covers important information, people, places and events in the ACC District.
M A G A Z I N E Editorial Team
Contributing Staff
Noor Alahmadi - Editor
Lucas Bolton - Writer Nohra Johnston - Graphic Designer Gaius Straka - Writer Melisa Urban - Photographer Autumn Walsh - Writer Jessica Youssefi - Writer
Joseph Lee - Photo Editor Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell - Business Clerk Era Sundar - Student Media Adviser
To join Life 4U / Accent Student Media email: editor@austincc.edu
To place an ad email:
editor@austincc.edu
On the Cover: Each spring ACC students vote to choose the theme of Life 4U Magazine. This year’s comic-book-
themed cover, created by Alanna Hollyway, shows the R.B. signal summoning ACC’s mascot to lead students through their community college experience. Throughout the magazine, colorful comic-book-style pages created by Nohra Johnston, bring the adventure to life.
Special Thanks: Cheryl Richard, Stefanie Vermillion, Jessica Vess, Brian McLean, Alanna Hollyway, Samantha Cook and Ronny Washington
ACC President
Dr. Richard Rhodes
ACC Board of Trustees Dr. Victor H.P. Villarreal Allen H. Kaplan Dr. Barbara P. Mink Mark J. Williams Gigi Edwards Bryant Dr. Nan McRaven Jeffrey K. Richard Guadalupe Q. Sosa Dr. Betty W. Hwang
In an EMERGENCY call 222 from any ACC phone or (512) 223.7999 from an outside line Non-Emergency, call (512) 223.1231
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CONTENTS Getting Started: pages 8 -13 The Adventure Begins Enrollment Checklist First Year Experience Program
Conquering Challenges: pages 14 -22 Student Resources Relieving Stress Textbook Savvy Mastering MySL Tips for Students
Getting Involved: pages 23 -29 This is Your Student Life Time Management Activities On and Off Campus Superhero Movie Calendar
Super -Student Hall of Fame: pages 30 -43 Student of the Year Campus Team MVP Campus Team of the Year Campus Event of the Year Chartered Organization of the Year Non-chartered Organization of the Year
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Fuel for Super Students: pages 44 -46 Places to Eat, Gather and Hangout Around the District
Riverbat Games: pages 48 -49 Riverbat Crossword of ACC Facts and Trivia Start Here Get There Maze ACC Word Search
Professional Development: page 51 Ten Things to Do Before Leaving ACC
Academic Calendar: pages 53 -57 Important Dates Throughout the 2015-2016 Academic Year
Maps and Directories: pages 58 -62 Cypress Creek (CYP) Eastview (EVC) Elgin (EGN) Hays (HYS) Highland Business Center (HBC) Highland Campus (HLC)
Northridge (NRG) Pinnacle (PIN) Rio Grande (RGC) Riverside (RVS) Round Rock (RRC) South Austin (SAC) Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 7
WHERE'S THE FINANCIAL AID OFFICE?
I DON’T KNOW, I’M STILL TRYING TO FIND OUT HOW TO REGISTER!
START ONLINE AT AUSTINCC.EDU I DID! BUT I STILL HAVE SO MANY QUESTIONS!
THERE MUST BE SOME WAY TO FIGURE THIS OUT!
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IF ONLY SOMEONE COULD HELP!
LOOK! IT’S R.B. GUARDIAN OF THE ACC DISTRICT!
HE’LL SHOW US WHAT TO DO! LET’S START WITH ENROLLMENT!
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ENROLLMENT
College enrollment consists of many steps. The following list is a general overview and is not the complete, official process. Instructions, information and forms may be found online at austincc.edu.
Complete and Submit the Online Application
• Find and Activate Your ACCeID • Set Up ACCmail • Login to Online Services • Submit Residency Form and Proof of Address (e.g. utility bill) • Submit Unopened Official Transcripts • Comply with Meningitis Law (under age 22) Apply for Financial Aid
• Complete FAFSA • Provide W-2 Form • Provide Income Tax Return • Veterans Must Have DD214 • Fill Out Online Verification Worksheet • Fill Out Online Scholarship Application with ACC Foundation Complete Texas Success Initiative Testing (TSI) Requirements
• Visit sites.austincc.edu/tsiprep and take the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) • Verify Your TSI Status on Campus by Bringing PAA Completion Certificate and Either Proof of Exemption or Waiver
• Pay Testing Fees Online or at Any Campus Cashier’s Office Then Schedule Your Test • Pay Testing Fees Online or at Any Campus Cashier’s Office • Complete Practice Quizzes • On Test Day Bring Official Photo ID, PAA Completion Certificate and Testing Fee Payment Receipt or Waiver
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CHECKLIST by Autumn Walsh
Complete Online Orientation and Meet with Academic Advisor
• Bring High School or College Transcripts to Advising Meeting or Check Online Services to Ensure that ACC has Received Your Official Transcripts
If Applicable, Meet with Student Accessibility Coordinator
• Apply at Office of Student Accessibility Services • Submit Required Documentation from Medical Professional Licensed to Diagnose Disability • Submit Written Requests for Special Testing Lab Accommodations 5 Days in Advance, and 48 Hours in Advance for Interpreting Services
• Register for Classes (payment can be made online or at the campus cashier’s office) Register and Pay for Classes Online or at Cashier’s Office
• At Least One Day After Registering Obtain ACC Student ID at Admissions and Records Office • Bring an Official Photo ID for Identification • Purchase Books and Supplies Transportation and Parking
• Order Parking Permit and Green Parking Permit (if applicable) Online • Pick Up Parking Permits at Cashier’s Office (have ACCeID) • Green Pass for Public Transportation Can be Purchased at Cashier’s Office ($25) Keep Personal Information Updated
• Report Changes in Address, Phone Number, etc. to Registrar to Prevent Holds on Your Account • Specify Refund Preferences Online Through ACC OneCard Account • If Your Medical Status Changes, Notify Student Accessibility Coordinator Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 11
SEPTEMBER 17 4 PM – 7 PM HIGHLAND CAMPUS (WEST ENTRANCE)
Free food, Games, Community Vendors, Transfer Academy Universities and Colleges, & Student Organizations
Students vs. Staff Lip Sync battle (5 pm - 6 pm)
PERSONS WHO NEED AN INTERPRETER OR OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS EVENT SHOULD CONTACT INTERPSERVICES@AUSTINCC.EDU OR 512-223-6155.
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THE FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE Are YOU: a first-time-in-college student? The First Year Experience is designed to support you, ensuring that you have the tools and resources to be successful.
Apply Now! Get a First Year Coach
Have continuous career planning support
Find student leadership opportunities
Develop a clear road map of courses and resources
Have money management support from A+ Federal Credit Union
Meet a team that will guide you through your journey at ACC!
To be eligible for The First Year Experience, you must be a first-time-in-college student, have completed the ACC enrollment steps, have applied for Financial Aid and be willing to attend courses at HLC, EVC and/or RVS as available, for two consecutive semesters. To apply for the First Year Experience program or to learn more, please email us at fye@austincc.edu or visit one of the locations below!
Riverside Campus Student Services, Rm. 8115D 512.223.6014
Eastview Campus Portable, Rm. P-111 512.223.5616
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Highland Campus Student Life, Rm. 2350 512.223.7392 Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 13
Meanwhile: As our fearless students navigate the enrollment process, ominous clouds begin to form over the acc district!
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HAVE NO FEAR!
HELP HELP IS IS ON ON THE THE WAY! WAY!
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STUDENT RESOURCES Each ACC campus provides several resources geared toward students’ academic, financial, professional and social success. For more information visit austincc.edu/support-and-services. by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell and Jessica Youssefi
The Office of Student Life Student Life is considered classroom without walls.
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Programming areas such as leadership, student organizations, intramural sports and recreation, and student media provide students with opportunities to form meaningful relationships with their peers. Paid and volunteer positions promote professional growth and experience. To learn more visit bit.ly/ACCSL (case sensitive).
ACC Foundation The ACC Foundation administers more than 90 scholarships for ACC students based on financial need, family status, educational background or academic major. The foundation has raised more than $12 million to support college programs and scholarships. By filling out one general application, students are considered for all ACC Foundation Scholarships for which they are eligible. For more information and application instructions, visit bit.ly/accfoundation.
Computer Centers Computer Centers are located in or near each campus library. The computer stations are equipped with software for general student use such as writing papers, conducting online coursework, accessing the Internet, checking ACC Online Services, and using ACCmail. An ACC Student ID card is required. For more information visit bit.ly/acc-computer-access.
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The Learning Lab’s environment encourages study, collaboration and academic progress through the following services: • Free tutoring is available in general courses including English, reading, writing, math, study skills, science and assessment test preparation. For tutoring in specialized areas such as English for Speakers of Other Languages, accounting, foreign languages and health sciences, check posted schedules and call ahead to confirm availability. • Computers with instructional software and applications are available along with personalized assistance as needed. • Handouts and study aids are available. • Study rooms may be reserved with an ACC Student ID card. For more information visit bit.ly/acclearninglab.
Library ACC’s libraries house more than 300,000 books across the 11 campuses and offer the following services: • Books can be transferred to the campus of your choice for pickup and returned to any ACC campus. However, reserve items must be returned to the original library from which they were checked out. • Computers and laptops are available for use in the library with an ACC Student ID card. • Students can print up to 15 pages a day for free. After the first 15, print outs cost 10 cents per page.
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Study rooms can be reserved. E-books are available. Librarians can help students find books, correctly cite works in essays and suggest books for research. Library assistance and online tutorials are available at library.austincc.edu.
ACC Transfer Academy The Transfer Academy helps students transfer to a 4-year university or college through a series of free workshops and events. All current and former ACC students interested in transferring are encouraged to attend. The Transfer Academy meets during the fall and spring semesters at each ACC campus with varying dates and times to accommodate busy schedules. For more information visit bit.ly/acctransfer.
Green Transportation Initiatives ACC students enrolled in courses for credit can purchase a $25 Green Pass which allows unlimited rides on Capital Metro bus and rail services for the semester. The Green Pass can be purchased at any ACC cashier’s office and costs 70 percent less than a comparable Capital Metro pass. Parking permits are required for students who drive to campus. Green Car preferred parking passes can be purchased by drivers of fuel-efficient, low-emission vehicles and electric car charging stations are available. Registered carpool groups may receive preferred parking. For more information visit bit.ly/acctransportation.
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SUPER STUDENT ULTRASONIC HEARING FOR CLASSROOM LECTURES AND MUSIC PLAY LISTS
SUPER VISION TO READ WHITE BOARDS, COMPUTER SCREENS AND TEXTBOOKS
MEGA STRENGTH TO CARRY BACKPACKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES NIMBLE FINGERS TO NAVIGATE EDUCATIONAL APPS
RIVERBAT GEAR FROM THE ACC BOOKSTORE FOR SCHOOL SPIRIT SUPERSONIC SPEED TO ARRIVE IN CLASS ON TIME
ULTRA FANCY FOOTWORK TO DO THE R.B. STEP
CONQUERING STRESS Seven Causes and How to Alleviate Them
Successfully handling stress is essential to achieving college goals. Dealing with the following common stressors head-on is a positive step toward preventing problems and averting crisis. by Lucas Bolton
1. Procrastination Waiting until the last minute can make any task seem harder than it is. • Review notes regularly. • Take care of homework promptly. • Plan big projects as soon as possible. Applying these three strategies may increase efficiency and improve grades.
2. Finances Living expenses and educational costs are constantly vying for students’ limited resources. • Create a budget and stick to it. • Pay bills on time. • Ask businesses if they offer student discounts and make use of free and reduced cost services and activities for students. • Apply for federal financial aid, private grants and scholarships. Keep track of deadlines and apply early. • Fill out the ACC Foundation scholarship application. One application allows students to apply for the numerous scholarships the foundation administers. For more information visit bit.ly/accfoundation.
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4. Academic Challenges Even with hard work and diligence, it is possible to struggle with course material. • Forming study groups with classmates may help. • Free tutoring is available in the Learning Labs on each campus. • Seek help early to avoid falling too far behind.
5. Burnout Multiple obligations and responsibilities can leave students feeling overwhelmed. • Creating a realistic schedule is essential. • Include time for rest, socializing and physical activity. • Factor in extra time for travel between classes and commuting from home, work and other campuses.
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Determine your long and short term goals, even if they are vague. Consult an academic adviser. Research fields that are hiring, where they are located and how much they pay new employees.
7. Feeling Isolated The transition to college can be difficult. • Joining student organizations and getting involved with the Office of Student Life are great ways to engage in social interaction while developing professional skills. Students may visit the Student Life office on any ACC campus or learn more online at austincc.edu/sl. • Counselors are available through ACC’s Student Services Department to help with both career and personal concerns. • For local resources including food, shelter, rent assistance and child care, dial 2-1-1 or visit www.211texas.org. Ulifeline is a resource for suicide prevention, drugs, and mental health issues. For help: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or visit www.ulifeline.org
3. Work/School Conflicts Time is a precious commodity. • Maintain an open dialogue with employers about availability and give them advance notice as class schedules change. • Signing up for classes as early as possible increases chances of
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6. Career Indecision Many students, no matter what their ages are, start their college careers unsure of what they want do when they grow up.
Tobacco Quitline: 1-877-YES QUIT (1-877-937-7848) offers free and confidential phone counseling services and resources such as nicotine patches, gums, or lozenges, for those that qualify. For information on alcohol and drug abuse prevention: bit.ly/Alcohol_DrugAbuse_help
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Strapped for cash? Learn to be...
Textbook Savvy
Resources: Amazon.com Chegg.com BigWords.com AbeBooks.com DealOz.com Half.Ebay.com TextbookRush.com Skyo.com GetTextbooks.com BargainBookMole.com RentBooks.com BookByte.com
Cash Stats The average student spends up to $1,200 on textbooks & supplies (equivalent to 39% of tuition at a community college or 14% at a 4-year university) Textbook costs have increased 82% in the past 10 years (equivalent to 3x the rate of inflation)
Digital & Print Solutions Try an e-reader (average cost: $70 - $200) Rent textbooks Buy used books Sell your textbooks (online or in-store)
...Did you know? 92% of students surveyed from over 300 universities said they had better concentration when reading hard copy formats.
Visit the library Ask your professor if older versions are acceptable Sources: 1) www.usnews.com/news/articles/2014/01/28/report-high-textbook-college-students-struggling 20 | Life 4U
2) http://www.studentpirgs.org/sites/student/files/reports/NATIONAL%20Fixing%20Broken%20Textbooks%20Report1.pdf 3) http://www.wsj.com/articles/book-review-words-onscreen-by-naomi-s-baron-1424391381
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TBOOKS X E T Sean Perry, Student: “The first year I spent about $800 on books, and they were all new! I could have saved $500-$600 if I had rented. I feel that most people don’t even realize how much money it saves them.”
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“Making the most out of an advising session requires that the student comes prepared with questions, time and patience. The first session sometimes takes longer than others because I may have to spend extra time digging for what the student needs and questions they need answered that they might not even be aware of yet. Be mindful and have an open mind. There’s a lot of information and it cannot all be processed in one session. Meet with us at least once every semester. In person, email or phone. No excuses!”
Jorge Mendoza, Student: “Advising and counseling really helped me choose wisely what classes I needed and should take. They were able to tell me what classes were available during any given semester and which ones were not. This was extremely helpful.”
Harrison Smith, Graduate: ”The learning lab was always a great place to get work done. Anytime I needed clarification on a subject, the staff was always ready to help. I would list the learning lab as one of the top resources at ACC that helped me succeed in graduating.”
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Rachel Proctor, Student: ”The learning lab is a great environment to work on your studies, with access to many varieties of help including computer use and tutoring. It’s easy to get overwhelmed as a college student, but with the help of the learning lab you will gain all the right tools needed to succeed.”
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Samuel Manaway, Student: Taking notes is not the way it was in high school. I just write down everything the teacher is saying. When I look back I am able to recall what she was talking about in more detail than in the main points she presented in her slideshow during the lecture.
Tyler Castro, Student: ”I like to compare it to going for a run. I clear my mind of all stresses, focus on one important thing and put one foot in front of the other to get to my end goal.”
Lauren Ferrante, Student: ”A daily/weekly planner is a must so you can write down work schedules, class times, test dates and dedicated study times so you can stay on top of everything!”
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Student Life Facts We are the classroom without walls. Our Mission: To promote an environment committed to students’ personal, emotional, cultural, social and ethical development. We support this unique learning experience through a variety of organizations, community building events, experiential learning programs and leadership opportunities. These resources enable our students to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
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From 2014-2015, Student Life served over 15,000 ACC students!
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192 Student Life events last year were produced by Campus Teams. Out of 66 students surveyed, more than half returned to serve on a Campus Team.
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On Campus Fun...
by Joseph Lee
HIGHLAND CAMPUS The 5th Annual Riverbat Bash: #Throwback Thursday is scheduled for September 17, 2015. This ACC tradition allows students to socialize, gain knowledge about community resources and experience Riverbat Pride. The event is set to feature Carnival-style inflatables, food, games, a DJ and a lip sync battle. Winners receive Saturday ACL passes! The event kicks off a year of service, focusing on helping the homeless populations of north and south Austin. Visit the Student Life Office for more information.
EASTVIEW CAMPUS Lecture: “What Do We Owe Our Government?” by ACC philosophy professor Don Becker will be held 7-8:30p.m. September 30 in EVC 8500. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 512-223-3352. Lecture: “High-Tech Humanities: Exploring the Impact of Technology on the Human Experience” is scheduled from 7-8:30 p.m. February 24, 2016. The lecture features ACC Humanities professors Desi Ward, Kerri Pope, and Jean Lauer who will lead a film screening and discussion. The event is free and open to the public.
NORTHRIDGE CAMPUS Photo Showcase: At the end of each semester, the Photography Department features student work in its print showcase. Portraits, product advertisements and digital composite art will be on display. Judges unveil the top selections
of each category and hand out prizes. The work is then displayed throughout the buildings of the Northridge Campus. For more information visit sites.austincc.edu/photo. Film Showcase: The Radio, Television, Film Department features studentproduced, short films each semester including documentaries, mock public service announcements and remakes of popular movie scenes. The showcase often takes place either at the Northridge Campus (Building 4000) or the Marchesa Hall & Theater near the Highland Business Center. It is free and open to the public. For more information visit austincc.edu/rtf. Men of Color Roundtable Discussion: noon to 1 p.m. October 7, 2015 in the Student Life Lounge of Building 1000. The discussion will focus on issues important to men of color at Austin Community College. Lunch will be provided. For more information about the program, visit austincc.edu/moc or contact Jarrell McCullar at (512) 223.5665 or jmculla@austincc.edu.
RIO GRANDE CAMPUS Theater: The Drama Department puts on multiple plays each semester. The plays are often new takes on classic favorites such as “The Wizard of the Oz” or “Antigone.” The students rehearse extensively and the production value is high. Call 512-223-3245 and to see the full list of events, visit bit.ly/ACCdrama (case sensitive). Art Showcases: The 2015-2016 art showings will be held at the Rio Grande Campus in the Kramer Gallery in Building 3000 and are free and open to
the public. Invited artist Neal Adams: (August 24 - October 16, 2015). Opening Reception and Lecture: 6-8 p.m. September 3. Closing Reception 6-8 p.m. October 15. Art Majors’ Exhibition: October 26 December 10, 2015. Opening Reception 6-8 p.m. October 29. Holiday Art Sale: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. December 3, 2015 at the Rio Grande Campus. For more information contact Julie Isaacson, jisaacso@austincc.edu, 512-223-3250 or Thomas Hilton at thomas.hilton@austincc. edu, 512-223-3257 or visit austincc.edu/art/news.php. Dance Film Night: 6-7:30 p.m. October 8, 2015 in RGC 130. Dance Department faculty show a dancethemed film and lead a discussion afterward. For more information call 512-223-3384.
ROUND ROCK CAMPUS Star Parties: two powerful telescopes on the observation deck of Building 1000 at the Round Rock Campus allow great viewing of the planets and stars on a clear night. For more information visit bit.ly/ACCstarparty (case sensitive).
HAYS CAMPUS Volleyball courts are available for student use. Volleyballs are available from the Student Life Office during business hours with a valid ACC ID.
RIVERSIDE CAMPUS Texas Poet Laureate Laurie Ann Guerrero is scheduled to appear from 7-8:30 p.m. October 14, 2015 in Room 8100. Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 27
Superhero
Movie Calendar Joseph Lee Antman, Aquaman and yet another new Spiderman? It’s getting harder and harder for fans to keep track of superhero movies nowadays. Fear not! Life 4U has compiled a list of Marvel and DC movies that are in the works so all you need to worry about is getting ready for that midnight release.
DC cinematic universe
Marvel Cinematic Universe Captain America: Civil War (2016) Doctor Strange (2016)
Batman V Superman (March 2016) Suicide Squad (August 2016)
Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (2017) Spider-Man (2017) (by Sony)
Wonder Woman (June 2017) Justice League Pt. I (November 2017)
Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
The Flash (March 2018)
Avengers: Infinity War Pt. I (2018)
Aquaman (July 2018)
Black Panther (2018)
Shazam (April 2019)
Captain Marvel (2018)
Justice League Pt. II (June 2019)
Avengers: Infinity War Pt. II (2019) Inhumans (2019)
bonus! Star Wars Star Wars Episode VII (December 2015) Star Wars Anthology: Rogue One (December 2016) Star Wars Episode VIII (May 2017) Star Wars Episode IX (2019)
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Cyborg (April 2020) Green Lantern (June 2020)
...Off Campus Fun
by Gaius Straka
MUSEUMS A variety of history and art museums in Austin offer student prices or free days. In addition, you can museum hop from one to another for free on Museum Day in September. For more information visit bit.ly/museumhop. • • • • • •
Blanton Museum of Art (free on Thursdays) Bullock Museum Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum (free) Mexic-Arte Museum (free on Sundays and in December) The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center and Laguna Gloria locations (free on Tuesdays) East Austin Studio Tour (E.A.S.T.) (free in November)
DISCOUNT THEATER Many local theaters offer discounts for current students through special seating or day-of rush tickets. Even if they are not listed below, it’s worth asking. • • • • •
Ballet Austin at the Long Center ($10 rush tickets) Zach Scott Theater ($25 front row tickets for students) Paramount Theater (½ price rush tickets) Georgetown Palace Theater (student tickets) Cinemark Movies 8 ($1 movies)
ZILKER PARK Zilker Park comprises about 358 acres in the heart of downtown Austin and is home to a variety of recreational
opportunities from picnics to special events. Zilker Kite Festival is held the first Sunday in March. For more information visit abckitefestival.com. Barton Springs Pool is a spring-fed pool that maintains a temperature of about 68 - 70 degrees Fahrenheit yearround. Lifegurards are on duty. The Polar Bear Dive takes place on January 1. Austin City Limits (ACL) is an annual music festival in October featuring eight stages where groups spanning genres including rock, indie, country, folk, and hip hop perform. One day passes run $100 each. For more information visit ACLFest.com. Fun Fun Fun Fest is an annual music and comedy festival held in November. One day passes run about $89. For more information visit funfunfunfest.com. Zilker Botanical Gardens is open year round. Trail of Lights is open during December. Traditionally the night of the grand opening and weeknights are free. On weekends, a charge of about $3 may apply. For more information visit austintrailoflights.org.
FALL FESTIVALS Pecan Street Festival (end of September) is an arts-and-crafts and music festival held in downtown Austin. For more information visit pecanstreetfestival.org.
Fall Fun Harvest at Sweet Berry Farms begins the last weekend of September. For more information on fruit picking and festivities visit sweetberryfarm.com. Round Rock Chalk Walk (beginning of October). For more information visit roundrockarts.org/chalk-walk. Kyle Founders’ Parade (October 17). For more information visit bit.ly/kylefoundersparade. Texas Book Festival (mid October). For more information visit texasbookfestival.org. Dia de los Muertos Festival (Day of the Dead, mid October). For more information visit austindiadelosmuertos.com. Austin Film Festival (end of October). For more information visit austinfilmfestival.com/about.
SPRING FESTIVALS South by Southwest (SXSW) (mid March) features music in more than 100 venues, and film, interactive, education, and environmental showcases. For more information visit sxsw.com. Eeyore’s Birthday is held on the last Sunday of April at Pease Park. The over-the-top celebration features live music, colorful costumes, food and drink with sales benefiting local non-profit organizations. For more information visit eeyores.org.
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WITH ALL THESE GREAT ACTIVITIES WE’LL TOTALLY FIND SOMETHING INTERESTING TO DO!
FOR SURE! BUT HOW DO WE BALANCE ALL THESE ACTIVITIES WITH SCHOOL, WORK AND FAMILY?
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nna Mueller’s resume packs a punch. The 24-year-old kinesiology student is a former Israeli Defense Forces officer, holds a black belt in karate, speaks fluent Russian and Hebrew, and has maintained a 4.0 grade point average during her time at ACC. Still, the 2014-2015 Student of the Year is more than a mere list of accomplishments. Mueller’s military background and multicultural experiences have inspired her service to fellow students. As vice president of ACC’s Phi Theta Kappa honor society, Mueller brought her self defense training into play when planning fundraisers for student scholarships. “I didn’t want to do something generic,” Mueller said. “I wanted to do something a little different, and I like sharing my experience in martial arts.” Combining her background in karate and experience training soldiers in combat fitness, Mueller organized a teach-in fundraiser during Sexual Assault Awareness month in April. During the sessions, Mueller taught self-defense maneuvers. For the fundraiser, participants were charged $5 per class. Fifteen students attended the first class, and by the third class, attendance had doubled.
PTK faculty advisor Mary Kohls witnessed Mueller’s dedication and effectiveness as a student leader first-hand. “Anna is a real go-getter,” Kohls said. “She is very energetic and very intelligent and excited about education.” Mueller’s excitement for learning started with her early experiences. She was born in Ukraine and moved to Israel as a young child. Her appreciation for the various cultures she was exposed
“I didn’t want to do something generic. I wanted to do something a little different.” to inspired the multicultural-night event she organized through PTK. The event allowed students to share information about their cultures and home countries. “We had students presenting countries like Ecuador, Ukraine, France and many more,” Mueller said. “It was my idea and directing, but it was executed by our own members which was very cool.” Mueller also participated in Competitive Edge and College Fish, two online programs through PTK that engage students with tools to help them excel in education and other aspects of life.
The programs emphasize resume building and provide tips and advice on acquiring scholarships, transferring to a 4-year college and landing that dream job. By encouraging her peers, Mueller was able to triple the number of members participating in Competitive Edge. Anna’s husband and best friend, Pablo Mueller, has been by her side to witness her many endeavors and achievements. “What is most inspiring about my wife Anna is her burning desire to achieve the goals and dreams she has,” he said. “I know how many obstacles she’s come across in order to obtain her goals but she has always found a way to overcome them.” As Mueller embarks upon her future studies, she and her husband plan to move to Miami where she has been accepted into Florida International University. She hopes to obtain a doctorate in physical training. Wherever life may take her, Mueller said she holds her time at ACC very dear and has fond memories of her involvement. “I worked very hard, and I was very much honored to receive the Student of the Year Award,” Mueller said. “I knew some of the people who were nominated as well, and they were also very deserving of the award, so I was very humbled.” Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 33
DEVIN WHITE Devin White stands out as a leader. As campus team chair, he led the Cypress Creek Campus Team to produce 23 events which served more than 700 students. He scored 20 points during the ACC vs. Australia men’s intramural basketball game, and maintained a 4.0 grade point average while holding two part-time jobs. Even with all this success, the 2014-2015 Campus Team MVP describes himself as the man behind the scenes who makes sure everything goes well. White explained that his role as campus team chair is one of support where he helps the other team members with their jobs of creating programs that engage, entertain and inform the student body. “Being campus team chair is not being a boss, because a boss tells people what to do,” White said. “It’s a leadership position, because leaders show people what to do and help them do it.” White compared his position on the campus team to being a shooting guard on a basketball
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team. White said he doesn’t take all the shots for himself. He passes the ball and lets his teammates score similar to the way he collaborates with campus team members. White is particularly proud of the collaboration that resulted in the “Know Your Rights” event. With the recent controversy surrounding the deaths of several unarmed black men at the hands of police in the United States, White
“Leaders show people what to do and help them do it.” thought it was a good idea to educate students on their civil and legal rights and responsibilities. “It wasn’t about being negative toward the police,” White said. “It was about knowing our rights as American citizens.” Representatives from the police department and the Texas Rangers’ office came to interact with students and dispel misconceptions that may have risen from media coverage. The program proved to be the most attended Student Life event at the Cypress Creek Campus during the 2014-2015 academic year. Student Life Coordinator Quevarra Moten, who worked with White during his term as campus chair, summed him up in one word
— remarkable. “Devin is an extraordinary leader, not only for our campus team, but the entire Cypress Creek Campus,” Moten said. She described White as the glue that held the campus team together. Because of his participation in cocurricular activities, efforts to maintain a stellar academic record and working two part-time jobs, White has become a master of time management. He said he limits the hours he works at his jobs and makes sure that he schedules time for rest and relaxation. White advises students to get involved with cocurricular activities and to “keep at it as long as your grades aren’t dropping and you aren’t getting tired. College is what you make of it,” he said. After graduating from ACC, White plans to pursue further studies in environmental engineering and criminal justice at Texas State University or Texas A&M University. White also plans to become a mentor to children in disadvantaged neighborhoods. In true behind-the-scenes fashion, White gave credit to the other campus team chairs who were nominated for campus team MVP. “I was surprised I won,” he said. “I know people do more if not the same amount of work as me.” Story by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell Photo by Melisa Urban
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Presidential Student Achievement Award
The Presidential Student Achievement Award (PSAA) is the most prestigious ACC award earned by a student who has demonstrated academic excellence, service to ACC and the community, and commitment to ACC values and vision. For student eligibility details, please visit: bit.ly/psaaf2015
Fall 2014 PSAA Recipient
Spring 2015 PSAA Recipient
Dara Musick’s passion is serving those in need. She gives back to the community regularly through non-profit organizations such as Truth Be Told and Conspire Theatre which work with women behind and beyond prison walls. Musick has been a member of Phi Theta Kappa since 2012 and also served as the treasurer of the General Human Service Club in 2014. Having overcome many obstacles, Musick graduated from ACC in December 2014 and is now a student at Park University where she hopes to obtain her Bachelor of Arts in social sciences.
James Daniel Chitty returned to college in 2011 with a drive and sense of purpose to do more than the bare minimum and has proven to be an exceptional scholar and servant leader. Chitty is a Spring 2015 graduate of Austin Community College and recently relocated to San Antonio to attend The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio - School of Dentistry. He has been a member of Phi Theta Kappa since 2011 where he served as the District V Vice-President for the Texas Region. More recently, Chitty served as the Phi Theta Kappa International President.
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CAMPUS TEAM of the Year
Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell
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celebrate female leadership and network building. Campus team volunteer Maleha Baset said her favorite event was the flash mob dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” because it helped her break out of her shell and become more comfortable interacting with fellow students. Baset has been chosen to return to the campus team as the director of programming during fall 2015. Student Life Specialist Samantha Cook encourages all students to become involved in Student Life programming as a member of a campus team, as a volunteer or just to come out and enjoy the events. “We love this campus and we love our campus team,” Cook said. “But if you’re
not at Round Rock go see the SL office and campus team at the campus you attend, because I guarantee you, they are just as passionate.” The ACC Student Life campus team is a group of student leaders at each campus who: • Plan and create experiences and programs for their peers • Provide assistance during peak registration periods • Participate in focus groups and panels as needed • Provide information for improving student services and information dissemination Paid volunteer and work study positions are available.
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CAMPUS Event of the Year by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell In celebration of Black History Month, the Hays Campus Team held its “Segregation, How Does it Feel?” event. The team’s goal was to challenge belief systems, shed light on past issues and learn from them. “We wanted the students to be more informed about Black History, but also bring history back into play so that the students could get a better glimpse of what it was like back then,” Roshunda Bell, Student Life staff member, said. Students wrote how the event made them feel on note cards and then posted them to a bulletin board. Reactions were mixed. Some said the event was wonderful while others were offended. This was the type of thought provoking response the campus team wanted. “I definitely grew from the event,” Alex Flores, the campus team’s director of wellness and sustainability, said.
THE LAW — A display explains Jim Crow laws which enforced racial segregation in the southern United States from the 1860’s until 1965.
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BLACK OR WHITE — Campus team members challenge participants to take an interactive look at history. Segregated snack stations provided first-hand experience with social conditions before the Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964.
SHARED IMPACT — A student participant writes his impressions of the event on a note card. The comments were posted on a public bulletin board to keep the conversation going.
Student Life is here to offer you the opportunties you seek to succeed outside the classroom: First Year Experience Leadership Awareness & Safety
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Phi Theta Kappa
Chartered Organization of the Year
by Lucas Bolton Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society in which students at twoyear coleges can gain experience in leadership and networking through service projects. Members of Alpha Gamma Pi, Austin Community College’s local chapter of PTK, held several events
including “Frontiers in the Spirit of Exploration” which focused on suicide awareness and prevention. The PTK students involved in the event researched the causes of suicide and depression, and presented practical ways to help those who may be depressed or on the verge of suicide.
The project’s motto was “Take Ten to Save a Friend” and advocated that students take a proactive approach in suicide prevention by talking with people they see who may be sinking into the depths of depression. For more information visit austincc.edu/ptk.
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Phi Theta Kappa Officers
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1. Be enrolled in a degree program (have a declared major) 2. Be currently enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours 3. Must have minimum hours completed at ACC, with corresponding GPA requirements: • 12-23 hours completed at ACC with a minimum GPA of 3.5 (or) • 24-45 hours completed at ACC with a minimum GPA of 3.4 (or) • 46+ hours completed at ACC with a minimum GPA of 3.25
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Bridges International
Non-Chartered Organization of the Year by Jessica Youssefi
Bridges International is a student organization that seeks to help international students feel welcome in their new environment. “I feel like some of the biggest adjustments are the language and finding a group of friends in which they can actually be themselves and enjoy the
city,� Marta Gutierrez, chapter president, said. The organization hosts social events such as potlucks and field trips to historical sites to help make the transition to a new city and culture easier. The group is based on the Rio Grande
Campus and consists of 20 members. Their home countries include Colombia, Thailand, Syria, Mexico and Indonesia. For more information on the group, visit their page in the organizations section of My SL at bit.ly/ACCSL (case sensitive).
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ALL THIS INFORMATION IS GREAT, BUT I’M HUNGRY!
ME TOO! LET’S FIND SOME FOOD!
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District Eats Simon’s Cafe serves food and snacks on the Rio Grande Campus and many ACC campuses have vending machines or self-serve kiosks. Some campuses also have a Tropical Smoothie which serves smoothies and other food items. For those who would like to venture off campus, this brief guide features a few restaurants and coffee houses.
Roasters Coffee Café
Radio Coffee & Beer
Roasters Coffee Café is a down-to-earth coffee shop less than a mile from the Cypress Creek Campus. An assortment of coffees, teas and baked goods makes this little coffee shop feel like a hidden gem in Cedar Park. Roasters has 10 specialty drinks including the Almond Joy which contains espresso, Ghirardelli chocolate and coconut. Specialty coffees from countries such as Kenya and Brazil are priced just under $13. Food and other drinks range from $4 - $8. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell
Radio Coffee is about a 13-minute drive from the Pinnacle Campus. The drink menu features Stumptown coffee, a plentiful selection of beer and food brought in by local food trailers. The shop provides a cozy space to read, study or just relax. Outlets are hard to come by so phones and laptops should be charged before arrival. Free WiFi is offered on weekdays from opening time until 5 p.m. with no access on weekends. A large patio area offers outdoor seating. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. to midnight and Weekends from 7:30 a.m. to midnight. - Jessica Youssefi
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910 Round Rock Ave., Round Rock, Texas 78681 The cozy café serves hearty, home-style fare which may mean splurging on your diet. The savory menu items include fried catfish, chicken-fried steak, fried okra, mashed potatoes and gravy. The business is located approximately six miles from the Round Rock Campus and offers catering services, custom cakes and gift certificates. Breakfast prices range from about $4 to $10 and lunch specials are about $9. The bakery does not offer free Wi-Fi. Operating hours are Monday - Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Autumn Walsh
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Cherrywood Coffeehouse
1400 East 38th ½ st. Austin, TX 78722 The Cherrywood Coffeehouse is located a few miles from the Highland Campus. It serves an array of coffees, snacks and smoothies from around $3 and food items such as breakfast tacos, waffles and burgers are mostly under $10. With a patio and plenty of large tables, the coffee house provides space for students to spread out their work materials or conduct study groups. Power cords with several outlets allow customers to plug in their laptops and other electronic devices. The parking lot is small, but street parking is available. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. - Jessica Youssefi Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 45
Corner Bakery Café
Donn’s Texas BBQ
Corner Bakery is a quaint, artisan establishment serving specialty breads, sandwiches, soups, salads and freshly baked sweets. Hand-roasted coffee and gluten-free items are also available. The casual atmosphere provides a comfortable place for students to socialize or study. However, the café doesn’t offer free Wi-Fi. Both the Northridge and Round Rock campuses are within six miles of a Corner Bakery. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The café is also open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday - Autumn Walsh
Donn’s Texas BBQ is a charming, little eatery where customers can enjoy authentic Texas barbeque. Items are moderately priced and range from a brisket plate at about $11 to a turkey sandwich around $6. Donn’s is located about two miles from the Pinnacle Campus at the intersection of 290 and 71 just past the Planet Fitness. There is no patio and the limited indoor seating can fill up quickly. Hours of operation are Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Jessica Youssefi
Local Slice Pizza
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The smell of fresh New-York-style pizza greets customers as they enter Local Slice Pizza. You might need two hands or a folding technique to hold the large slices. Offering more than 25 toppings and specialty pizzas like the Hangover with Elgin sausage, green pepper, Canadian bacon and a fried egg, Local Slice strives to please every taste preference. Even the ordinary pepperoni pizza is delicious with its light crust. The pizzeria offers lunch deals from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Two slices and a drink, or one slice, a salad and drink cost less than $7. Hours of operation are Sunday - Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. - Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell
There’s no escaping the aroma of fresh pies and sandwiches at the Texas Pie Company located just five minutes from the Hays Campus. Customers can buy lunch or jump right to desert and order a fresh pie. The pecan pie boasts a rich and creamy base. The pecans are fresh and the crust is light and flaky. Twelve pie flavors come in an individual size for about $3 and large pies start at about $15. Flavors range from pecan to strawberry-peach. With its wall of guitars and artwork, the shop has the feel of a classic western diner. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell
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Represent students and voice their concerns. Campus events and productions on governmental awareness. Represent ACC in regional and state SGA associations. Fund-raise for SGA scholarships.
2. Community Engagement a. “I Can Read” children’s literacy project. I. Children’s Book drive for Brown Santa. II. Read at elementary school libraries. III. Read at children’s clinics. b. Voter registration drives. 3. Government Relations a. Represent ACC on Austin mayor’s sitting committee of universities. b. Represent ACC at the Capitol to lobby for student concerns. 4.
C a. Skills and strategies of collaborative negotiations workshops. b. c. Robert's Rules of Order workshops. d. Speech skills.
We Prepare Tomorrow’s Leaders You Are Invited To Our SGA General Meetings Aug. 21, Sep. 4, Sep. 18, Oct. 2, Oct. 16, Oct. 30, Nov. 13, Nov. 20, Dec. 4
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Ten Things To Do Before Leaving ACC
1. Create a resume as soon as possible, even if you have no job experience. Update it every semester and watch it grow. Include future dream jobs in your draft for motivation. For more information on resumes visit bit.ly/AccentResume (case sensitive). 2. Write a 30-second elevator pitch and practice it so it comes naturally. The idea is to cover who you are, what you’ve done and what you’re looking for. The 30-second pitch is great for selling yourself to employers or meeting people at networking events.
correspondence with the same level of professionalism as other forms of business communication. To showcase your work, create a blog or online portfolio. ACC students can use Google+ pages to create free sites.
8. Find a mentor who can show you the ropes. Be sure to get their contact email and keep them updated on your professional journey and successes.
9. Join cocurricular activities that are fun and/or relate to your 4. Create a business card major. using your professional email and name — not your current 10. Develop a network of company. This prevents the students and professors with loss of networking contacts or whom you’d like to stay in touch. having to email everyone when Be sure to ask for permission to you switch jobs. use people as references. Most job applications ask for 2-3 refer5. Start developing your ences. Have 4-5 on hand that can personal brand and format speak to a variety of skills. your resume, business card and cover letter to match. Use your official name and maintain a professional voice mail to go with your contact number.
Focus your message and remove extraneous details. The goal is to interest the listener in learning more, not to tell your 6. Build and maintain at least whole life story. one interview-worthy outfit (machine washable if possible). 3. Create a professional online presence including a 7. Learn table etiquette LinkedIn.com profile and an so you’re comfortable at email address featuring your networking events and business name (avoid cute or stylized dinners. For more information addresses like coffeelover29@ visit bit.ly/AccentNetworking gmail.com). Treat email (case sensitive).
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Academic Calendar 201516 Fall Semester — August 24, 2015–December 13, 2015 New students who complete the admissions process no later than two weeks prior to the start of registration have the best selection of advising, assessment and course availability. Admissions applications are continuously accepted at Austin Community College. Fall semester registration for current and former ACC students May 11 (Mon.) – Aug. 19 (Wed.) Fall semester registration for new, current, and former ACC students
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Ongoing open registration continues for fall
Aug. 21 (Fri.) – Aug. 23 (Sun.)
Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for fall 16week and first 8week sessions Fall semester 16week and first 8week sessions begin Schedule changes (adds/drops) for fall 16week and first 8week sessions
Aug. 23 (Sun) Aug. 24 (Mon.)
Aug. 24 (Mon.) – Aug. 25 (Tues.)
Senior citizen (tuition exempt) registration for fall 16week and first 8week sessions on a space available basis Aug. 24 (Mon.) – Aug. 25 (Tues.) Registration for audit status for fall 16week and first 8week sessions on a space available basis Aug. 25 (Tues.) Payment deadline for fall session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Last day to set up a fall installment payment plan
Aug. 25 (Tues.) Aug. 25 (Tues.)
Registration continues for fall classes that have not yet started
Aug. 26 (Wed.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for fall first 8week session Last day to request 25 percent refund for fall first 8week session; no refund after this date Labor Day Holiday (College closed)
Sept. 2 (Wed.) Sept. 4 (Fri.) Sept. 7 (Mon.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for fall 16week session
Sept. 14 (Mon.)
Registration for fall semester 12week session ends
Sept. 16 (Wed.)
Payment deadline for fall 12week session. Students will be disenrolled at the end of the business day for nonpayment Ongoing open registration continues for fall Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for fall 12week session
Sept. 16 (Wed.) Sept. 18 (Fri.) – Sept. 20 (Sun.) Sept. 20 (Sun.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for fall 16week session; no refund after this date
Sept. 21 (Mon.)
Fall 12week session begins
Sept. 21 (Mon.)
Schedule changes (add/drops) for fall 12week session
Sept. 21 (Mon.) – Sept. 22 (Tues.)
Senior citizen (tuition exempt) registration for fall 12week session on space available basis
Sept. 21 (Mon.) – Sept. 22 (Tues.)
Registration for audit status for fall 12week session on a space available basis
Sept. 22 (Tues.)
Payment deadline fall 12week session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Registration continues for fall classes that have not yet started
Sept. 22 (Tues.) Sept. 23 (Wed.)
1st Payment – Fall installment payment plan December graduation application deadline Last day to request 70 percent refund for fall 12week session
Sept. 25 (Fri.) Oct. 2 (Fri.) Oct. 6 (Tues.)
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Last day to request 25 percent refund for fall 12week session; no refund after this date
Oct. 9 (Fri.)
Last day to withdraw from fall first 8week session
Oct. 12 (Mon.)
Registration for fall second 8week session ends
Oct. 14 (Wed.)
Payment deadline for fall second 8week session. Students will be disenrolled at the end of the business day for nonpayment Priority date for filing financial aid application for spring 2016
Oct. 14 (Wed.) Oct. 15 (Thurs.)
Ongoing open registration continues for fall
Oct. 16 (Fri.) – Oct. 18 (Sun.)
Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for fall second 8week session
Oct. 18 (Sun.)
Fall first 8week session ends
Oct. 18 (Sun.)
Fall second 8week session begins
Oct. 19 (Mon.)
Spring semester registration for current and former ACC students (Registration will be open through the holidays) Schedule changes (adds/drops) for fall second 8week session
Oct. 19 (Mon.) – Jan. 13 (Wed.) Oct. 19 (Mon.) – Oct. 20 (Tues.)
Senior citizen (tuition exempt) registration for fall second 8week session on a space available basis Registration for audit status for fall second 8week session on a space available basis
Oct. 19 (Mon.) – Oct. 20 (Tues.) Oct. 20 (Tues.)
Payment deadline for fall second 8week session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the end of the business day for nonpayment Registration continues for fall classes that have not yet started
Oct. 20 (Tues.) Oct. 21 (Wed.)
2nd Payment – Fall installment payment plan
Oct. 23 (Fri.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for fall second 8week session
Oct. 28 (Wed.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for fall second 8week session; no refund after this date Spring semester registration for new, current and former ACC students (Registration will be open through the holidays) Last day to withdraw from fall semester 16 and 12 week sessions
Oct. 30 (Fri.) Nov. 16 (Mon.) – Jan. 13 (Wed.) Nov. 19 (Thurs.)
Last day to convert incomplete grades from summer 2015 semester
Nov. 19 (Thurs.)
rd
3 Payment – Fall installment payment plan Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov. 20 (Fri.) Nov. 26 (Thurs.) – Nov. 27 (Fri.)
(College closed)
Nov. 28 (Sat.) – Nov. 29 (Sun.)
Last day for veterans (excluding post 911 veterans) to apply for advance pay for spring 2016
Dec. 5 (Sat.)
Last day to withdraw from fall second 8week session
Dec. 7 (Mon.)
Fall graduation
Dec. 10 (Thurs.)
Payment deadline for all spring registration through December 11. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Fall semester ends
Dec. 11 (Fri.) Dec. 13 (Sun.)
Offices close at 5 p.m. for winter break Winter Break Holiday. No classes. (College closed)
Dec. 22 (Tues.) Dec. 23 (Wed.) – Jan. 3 (Sun.)
Spring Semester — January 19, 2016 – May 15, 2016 All college offices open at 8 a.m.
Jan. 4 (Mon.)
Payment deadline for all spring registration through January 8. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Faculty returns
Jan. 8 (Fri.) Jan. 11 (Mon.)
Payment deadline for all spring registration through January 13. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Ongoing open registration continues for spring
Jan. 13 (Wed.) Jan. 15 (Fri.) – Jan. 18 (Mon.)
Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for spring 16week and first 8week sessions
Jan. 18 (Mon.)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday (College closed)
Jan. 18 (Mon.)
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Spring 16week and first 8week sessions begin Schedule changes (adds/drops) for spring 16week and first 8week sessions
Jan. 19 (Tues.) Jan. 19 (Tues.) – Jan. 20 (Wed.)
Senior citizen (tuition exempt) registration for spring 16week and first 8week sessions on a space available basis Jan. 19 (Tues.) – Jan. 20 (Wed.) Registration for audit status for spring 16week and first 8week sessions on a space available basis Jan. 20 (Wed.) Payment deadline for spring session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Last day to set up a spring installment payment plan
Jan. 20 (Wed.) Jan. 20 (Wed.)
Registration continues for spring classes that have not yet started
Jan. 21 (Thur.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for spring first 8week session
Jan. 28 (Thur.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for spring first 8week session; no refund after this date
Feb. 1 (Mon.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for spring 16week session
Feb. 8 (Mon.)
Spring 12week session registration ends Payment deadline for spring semester 12week session registration. Students will be disenrolled at the end of the business day for nonpayment Ongoing open registration continues for spring
Feb. 10 (Wed.) Feb. 10 (Wed.) Feb. 12 (Fri.) – Feb. 14 (Sun.)
Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for spring 12week session
Feb. 14 (Sun.)
Spring 12week session begins
Feb. 15 (Mon.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for spring 16week session; no refund after this date
Feb. 15 (Mon.)
Schedule changes (adds/drops) for spring 12week session
Feb. 15 (Mon.)– Feb. 16 (Tues.)
Senior citizen registration (tuition exempt) for spring 12week session on a space available basis. Feb. 15 (Mon.)– Feb. 16 (Tues.) Registration for audit status for spring 12week session on a space available basis
Feb. 16 (Tues.)
Payment deadline for spring 12week session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Registration continues for spring classes that have not yet started
Feb. 16 (Tues.) Feb. 17 (Wed.)
1st Payment – Spring installment payment plan Last day to request 70 percent refund for spring 12week session Last day to request 25 percent refund for spring 12week session; no refund after this date
Feb. 19 (Fri.) Mar. 1 (Tues.) Mar. 4 (Fri.)
Last day to withdraw from the spring first 8week session
Mar. 7 (Mon.)
Registration for spring second 8week session ends
Mar. 9 (Wed.)
Payment deadline for spring second 8week session. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Ongoing open registration continues for spring classes that have not yet started Spring first 8week session ends Spring Break Holiday. No classes. College closed Priority date for filing financial aid application for summer 2016 (College closed) Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for spring second 8week session Spring second 8week session begins Schedule changes (adds/drops) for spring second 8week session
Mar. 9 (Wed.) Mar. 11 (Fri.)Mar. 20 (Sun.) Mar. 13 (Sun.) Mar. 14 (Mon.) – Mar. 18 (Fri.) Mar. 15 (Tues.) Mar. 19 (Sat.) – Mar. 20 (Sun.) Mar. 20 (Sun.) Mar. 21 (Mon.) Mar. 21 (Mon.) – Mar. 22 (Tues.)
Senior citizen registration (tuition exempt) for spring second 8week session on a space available basis Mar. 21 (Mon.) – Mar. 22 (Tues.) Registration for audit status for spring second 8week session on a space available basis Mar. 22 (Tues.) Payment deadline for spring second 8week schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment 2nd Payment – Spring installment payment plan
Mar. 22 (Tues.) Mar. 25 (Fri.)
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May graduation application deadline
Mar. 25 (Fri.)
(College closed)
Mar. 27 (Sun.)
Last day for 70 percent refund for spring second 8week session
Mar. 30 (Wed.)
Priority date for filing financial aid application for fall 2016spring 2017
Apr. 1 (Fri.)
Last day for 25 percent refund for spring second 8week session. No refund after this date
Apr. 1 (Fri.)
Summer semester registration for current and former ACC students
April 4 (Mon.) – May 25 (Wed.)
Last day for veterans (excluding post 911 veterans) to apply for advance pay for summer 2015
Apr. 16 (Sat.)
3rd Payment – Spring Installment payment plan
Apr. 22 (Fri.)
Last day to withdraw from spring semester 16 and 12week sessions
Apr. 25 (Mon.)
Last day to convert incomplete grades from fall 2015 semester
Apr. 25 (Mon.)
Payment deadline for all summer registration through April 29. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Summer semester registration for new, current and former ACC students
Apr. 29 (Fri.) May 2 (Mon.) – May 25 (Wed.)
Last day to withdraw students from the spring second 8week session
May 9 (Mon.)
Spring graduation
May 12 (Thurs.)
Spring semester ends
May 15 (Sun.)
Summer Semester — May 31, 2016 – August 14, 2016 Payment deadline for all summer registration through May 20. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment
May 20 (Fri.)
Registration for summer first 5 ½, 9 and 11week sessions ends
May 25 (Wed.)
Payment deadline for all summer registration through May 25. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Ongoing open registration continues for summer
May 25 (Wed.) May 27 (Fri.) – May 30 (Mon.)
Memorial Day Holiday (College closed)
May 30 (Mon.)
Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for summer first 5 ½week, 9week, and 11week sessions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………May 30 (Mon.) Summer first 5 ½week, 9week, and 11week sessions begin May 31 (Tues.) Schedule changes (adds/drops) for summer first 5 ½week, 9 and 11week sessions.
May 31 (Tues.) – June 1 (Wed.)
Senior citizen (tuition exempt) registration for summer semester on a space available basis for summer first 5 ½week, 9 and 11week sessions May 31 (Tues.) – June 1 (Wed.) Registration for audit status for summer first 5 ½week, 9week, and 11week sessions on a space available basis June 1 (Wed.) Payment deadline for summer session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the end of the business day for nonpayment Last day to set up a summer installment payment plan
June 1 (Wed.) June 1 (Wed.)
Registration continues for classes that have not yet started
June 2 Thurs.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for summer first 5 ½week session
June 6 (Mon.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for summer first 5 ½week session; no refund after this date
June 8 (Wed.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for summer 9week session
June 10 (Fri.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for summer 11week session
June 13 (Mon.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for summer 9week session; no refund after this date
June 14 (Tues.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for summer 11week session; no refund after this date
June 17 (Fri.)
Last day to withdraw from summer first 5 ½week session
June 27 (Mon.)
Registration for summer second 5 ½week session ends
June 29 (Wed.)
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June 29 (Wed.) July 1 (Fri.) – July 6 (Wed.)
Independence Day Holiday. (College closed)
July 4 (Mon.)
August graduation application deadline
July 5 (Tues.)
Summer first 5 ½week session ends
July 6 (Wed.)
Last day to drop courses to receive 100 percent refund for summer second 5 ½week session
July 6 (Wed.)
Summer second 5 ½week session begins Schedule changes (adds/drops) for summer second 5 ½week session
July 7 (Thurs.) July 7 (Thurs.) – July 8 (Fri.)
Senior citizen registration (tuition exempt) for summer second 5 ½week session on a space available basis July 7 (Thurs.) – July 8 (Fri.) Payment – Summer installment payment plan July 8 (Fri.) Registration for audit status for summer second 5 ½week on a space available basis
July 8 (Fri.)
Payment deadline for summer second 5 ½week session schedule changes. Students will be disenrolled at the close of the business day for nonpayment Registration continues for summer classes that have not yet started
July 8 (Fri.) July 9 (Sat.)
Last day to request 70 percent refund for summer second 5 ½week session
July 13 (Wed.)
Last day to request 25 percent refund for summer second 5 ½week session; no refund after this date
July 15 (Fri.)
Last day for veterans (excluding post 911 veterans) to apply for advance pay for fall 2016
July 16 (Sat.)
Last day to withdraw from summer 9week session
July 19 (Tues.)
Last day to withdraw from summer 11week session
Aug. 1 (Mon.)
Last day to convert incomplete grades from spring 2016 semester
Aug. 1 (Mon.)
Summer 9week session ends
Aug. 2 (Tues.)
Last day to withdraw from summer second 5 ½week session
Aug. 8 (Mon.)
Summer 11and second 5 ½week sessions end
Aug. 14 (Sun.)
Summer semester ends
Aug. 14 (Sun.)
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Main Number 512.223.5100; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 3101...............................................223.5100 Admissions...................................Room 2113...............................................223.5150 Advising........................................Room 2113...............................................223.5188 Assessment...................................Room 2135...............................................223.5146 Bookstore....................................Room 8168...............................................927.1619 Career Center................................Room 2136...............................................223.5188 Cashier........................................... Room 2113...............................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 2203.2...........................................223.5013 Counseling...................................Room 2113...............................................223.5188 Financial Aid.................................Room 2156...............................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 2306...............................................223.5114 Library.........................................Room 2200...............................................223.5109 SAS...............................................Room 2115...............................................223.5159 Police (Campus)............................Room 2103..............................................223.5120 Student Life...................................Room 2158.............................................223.5304 Support Center..............................Room 2113...............................................223.5214 Testing Center..............................Room 2155...............................................223.5145
1501 West US Highway 290, Elgin, TX 78621
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Main Number 512.223.2000; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 2102.1............................................223.2005 Admissions...................................Room 2114...............................................223.2022 Advising........................................Room 2114...............................................223.2010 Assessment...................................Room 2116...............................................223.2020 Bookstore....................................Room 1146...............................................335.8363 Career Center.................................Room LobbyBldg2000............................223.2011 Cashier...........................................Room 2117...............................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 2121.7...........................................223.2034 Counseling...................................Room 2114.8............................................223.2010 Financial Aid.................................Room 2114...............................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 2110...............................................223.2045 Library.........................................Room 2121...............................................223.2035 SAS...............................................Room 2114.23..........................................223.2014 Police (Campus)............................Room 2101...............................................223.2008 Student Life...................................Room 1121............................................223.2120 Support Center..............................Room 2114...............................................223.2205 Testing Center..............................Room 1139...............................................223.2075
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1555 Cypress Creek Road Cedar Park, TX 78613
Main Number 512.223.9400; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 1103...............................................223.9400 Admissions...................................Room 1155...............................................223.9412 Advising........................................Room 1151...............................................223.9408 Assessment...................................Room 1353...............................................223.9420 Bookstore....................................Room 1179...............................................223.9400 Cashier........................................... .......................................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1387...............................................223.9440 Counseling...................................Room 1151...............................................223.9408 Financial Aid.................................Room 1155...............................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 1254...............................................223.9421 Library.........................................Room 1376...............................................223.9434 SAS...............................................Room 1169...............................................223.9467 Police (Campus)............................Room 1114...............................................223.9405 Student Life...................................Room 1181........................................223.9427 Testing Center..............................Room 1353...............................................223.9420
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Hays (HYS)
4800 Jack C. Hays Trail, Buda, TX 78610
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Campus Admin.............................Room 1132..............................................262.6500 Admissions...................................Room 1106.3.........................................262.6518 Advising........................................Room 1111.05.........................................262.6515 Assessment...................................Room 1113.00.........................................262.6537 Bookstore....................................Room 1114.00.........................................262.6366 Cashier........................................... Room 1103.01.........................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1338.00.........................................262.5603 Counseling...................................Room 1111.04.........................................262.6527 Financial Aid.................................Room 1107.00.........................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 1205.00.........................................262.6580 Library.........................................Room 1305.00.........................................262.6592 SAS...............................................Room 1112.00.........................................410.1864 Police (Campus)............................Room 1102.00.........................................223.7999 Student Life...................................Room 1118.00...................................262.6542 Support Center........................... ...Room 1112.02......................................... 262.6530 Testing Center..............................Room 1113.00.........................................262.6537
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5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752
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6001 Airport Boulevard, Austin, TX 78752 Main Number 512.223.7000; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 2306..........................................223.7300 Admissions...................................Room 2330..............................................223.7317 Advising........................................Room 2300..............................................223.7315 Assessment...................................Room 2221............................................223.7400 Bookstore....................................Room Suite 1275......................................371.8921 Career Center................................Room 2300.........................................223.7315 Cashier........................................... Room 2335..............................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1000..............................................223.7300 Counseling...................................Room 2300..............................................223.7315 Financial Aid.................................Room 2333..........................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 1100..............................................223.7348 Library.........................................Room 1325..............................................223.7380 SAS...............................................Room 2300..............................................223.7343 Police (Campus)............................Room 1416, 2338.....................................223.7307 Student Life...................................Room 2350.............................................223.7393 Support Center..............................Room 2300..............................................223.7344 Testing Center..............................Room 2221..............................................223.7400 Veteran Center..............................Room Suite 2280-B.................................223.7570
Northridge (NRG)
11928 Stonehollow Drive, Austin, TX 78758 Main Number 512.223.4000; Texas Relay 711
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Campus Admin.............................Room 1208...............................................223.4700 Admissions...................................Room 1101.1...........................................223.4730 Advising........................................Room 1101...............................................223.4719 Assessment...................................Room 1109...............................................223.4807 Bookstore....................................Room 4130...............................................834.9366 Career Center................................Room 1101.1...........................................223.4720 Cashier........................................... Room 1101...............................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1204...............................................223.4646 Counseling...................................Room 1101.1...........................................223.4719 Financial Aid.................................Room 1106...............................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 4119...............................................223.4813 Library.........................................Room 1223...............................................223.4746 SAS...............................................Room 1111...............................................223.4725 Police (Campus)............................Room 1103..............................................223.4718 Student Life...................................Room 1112.............................................223.4611 Support Center..............................Room 1111.1...........................................223.4845 Testing Center...............................Room 3237............................................223.4735 Veteran Center..............................Room 1106...........................................223.4360
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1212 Rio Grande Street, Austin, TX 78701 Main Number 512.223.3000; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 205.................................................223.3000 Admissions...................................Room 152.................................................223.3030 Advising........................................Room Annex 155.....................................223.3137 Assessment...................................Room Annex 153.....................................223.3139 Bookstore....................................Room ACC Parking Garage....................474.2607 Career Center................................Room Annex 156.....................................223.3138 Cashier........................................... Room 103.................................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 228.................................................223.3082 Counseling...................................Room Annex 156.....................................223.3137 Financial Aid.................................Room Annex 154.....................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 227.................................................223.3367 Library.........................................Room 230.................................................223.3067 SAS...............................................Room Annex 150.....................................223.3142 Police (Campus)............................Room 102.................................................223.3007 Student Life...................................Room 101.1............................................223.3114 Testing Center..............................Room 127.................................................223.3164
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Riverside (RVS)
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Main Number 512.223.6000; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin............................Room 2208...........................................223.6000 Admissions...................................Room 8105..............................................223.6020 Advising........................................Room 8116..............................................223.6201 Assessment...................................Room 8116..............................................223.6015 Bookstore...............................Room Building G...................................385.5727 Career Center................................Room 8116..............................................223.6201 Cashier........................................... Room 8134.............................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1126..............................................223.6010 Counseling...................................Room 8116..............................................223.6201 Financial Aid.................................Room 8140..............................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 9100..............................................223.6037 Library.........................................Room 1108..............................................223.6006 SAS...............................................Room 8141..............................................223.6244 Police (Campus)............................Room 2238..............................................223.6044 Student Life...................................Room 8130 .............................................223.6338 Support Center..............................Room 8138..............................................223.6026 Testing Center..............................Room 1132..............................................223.6242 Veteran Center..............................Room 8140..............................................223.6165
4400 College Park Drive, Round Rock, TX 78665 Main Number 512.223.0000; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 1103.00.........................................223.0001 Admissions...................................Room 1107.00.........................................223.0016 Advising........................................Room 1105.00.........................................223.0009 Assessment...................................Room 2205.00.........................................223.0142 Bookstore....................................Room 2102.00.........................................310.1761 Career Center................................Room 1105.00.........................................223.0009 Cashier........................................... Room 1132.02........................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1315.00.........................................223.0120 Counseling...................................Room 1105.00.........................................223.0009 Financial Aid.................................Room 1109.00.........................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 2330.00.........................................223.0206 Library.........................................Room 1302.00.........................................223.0104 SAS...............................................Room 1111.01.........................................223.0048 Police (Campus)............................Room 1133.00.........................................223.0050 Student Life...................................Room 2117.00........................................223.0134 Student Accent ............................Room 2107.00........................................223.0122 Support Center..............................Room 1110.01.........................................223.0032 Testing Center..............................Room 2205.00.........................................223.0142 Welcome Center ............................Room 1105.00.........................................223.0009
1820 W. Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78745 Main Number 512.223.9100; Texas Relay 711 Campus Admin.............................Room 1149...............................................223.9100 Admissions...................................Room 1104...............................................223.9151 Advising........................................Room 1118...............................................223.9140 Assessment...................................Room 1112...............................................223.9162 Bookstore....................................Room 1160...............................................445.7437 Career Center................................Room 1101...............................................223.9100 Cashier........................................... Room 1119...............................................223.2274 Computer Lab................................Room 1201.6...........................................223.9186 Counseling...................................Room 1101...............................................223.9141 Financial Aid.................................Room 1103...............................................223.4243 Learning Lab..................................Room 1138...............................................223.9243 Library.........................................Room 1201...............................................223.9180 SAS...............................................Room 1112...............................................223.9163 Police (Campus)............................Room 1102..............................................223.9142 Student Life...................................Room 1121.............................................223.9173 Support Center..............................Room 1105...............................................223.9161 Testing Center..............................Room 1135...............................................223.9240
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