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Each year, the Teaching & Learning Excellence Division (TLED) Print Wall Calendar is designed to inspire faculty to take a deep dive into higher education issues, and this year\u2019s edition is no different. This year\u2019s theme is \u201cEmpowering Students by Meeting Basic Needs\u201d<\/strong> with each month in the calendar highlighting specific essential resources, showcasing how Austin Community College (ACC) and the surrounding community address twelve basic needs through:<\/p>\n Innovative curriculum integration<\/em><\/p>\n Supportive campus resources<\/em><\/p>\n Active community engagement<\/em><\/p>\n The goal of this calendar is to ensure faculty are informed about the essential resources available for students. We hope this will help create an educational environment where all students can succeed. For November, the basic need being highlighted is Food<\/em>.<\/p>\n We\u2019re committed to ensuring every student has the tools they need for success. A big part of the efforts to relieve the strain that a lack of access to food can cause for many ACC students is done through the Agricultural Sciences department<\/a>, Social Support Resources office<\/a>, and Student Life\u2019s Food Pantry<\/a>. These offices and departments have been instrumental in alleviating food insecurity and ensuring students have access to nutritious food year-round.<\/p>\n Agricultural Sciences Department<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cFresh Produce is an essential part of a healthy diet. Unfortunately, high costs and busy schedules often make fresh produce inaccessible to those who need it the most. We are proud to provide our students with organically grown fresh produce from the ACC Sustainable Student Farm located at the Elgin Campus. Students in our classes, as well as those who attend Volunteer Fridays, are given fresh produce from the farm as a thank you for their help. Come join us for Volunteer Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. every week and get yourself some fresh veggies!\u201d – Savannah Rugg, Department Chair and Faculty, Agriculture<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n The ACC Sustainable Student Farm, located at the Elgin Campus, offers students and community members an opportunity to work hands-on in sustainable agriculture. Volunteer Fridays<\/strong> provide fresh produce to participants, giving back to those who help maintain the farm while teaching sustainable practices.<\/p>\n Social Support Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cThe high cost of living and lack of affordable housing across Central Texas can cause many challenges for ACC students and employees. Student Affairs staff and leadership are working hard to increase access to nutritious nourishing food and they want the ACC community to know it is here for them. Take advantage of free groceries, community meals and public benefits like SNAP & WIC to help stretch tight budgets. Students often think they will be taking resources from someone who needs it more, but that is not the case. The Food Access links<\/a> on the Social Support Resources hub provide real-time info on free Grocery Pick-Ups<\/a>, the free food mart in Highland’s modern Student Care Center<\/a>, SNAP & WiC info and a community food access calendar. Check out the Food Resources near Campus maps towards the bottom of each campus webpage and email SSRD@austincc.edu<\/a> to receive regular reminders about timely essential resources including some exciting new food access initiatives.\u201d – Paula McDermott, Director, Social Support Resources<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n The Social Support Resources team collaborates with community partners to offer regular grocery pick-ups<\/strong> and food distribution events<\/strong> at ACC. Through the Food Resource Calendar<\/strong>, students can easily access information on food availability both on campus and within the broader community. Initiatives like the College Food Access Riverside Pilot<\/strong> provide in-class deliveries and self-serve kiosks, reaching 700 families across ACC.<\/p>\n Student Life\u2019s Food Pantry<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cEvery Student Life Lounge across the ACC District has a donation-based food pantry that is free of cost and available for all currently enrolled students to use. The purpose of the Student Life Food Pantry is to provide quick and essential food items to help students throughout their day. It is our belief that students can not focus on learning on an empty stomach. The Food Pantries provide short-term relief and access to more robust resources at ACC and the surrounding community.\u201d – Student Life Food Pantry Team<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Each Student Life Lounge offers access to a donation-based food pantry<\/strong> with a variety of shelf-stable and ready-to-eat items. Open to all currently enrolled ACC students, these pantries provide crucial support, ensuring students can meet their nutritional needs while on campus. The pantries operate Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Inventory may vary by campus, as these pantries rely on donations.<\/p>\n Want to help? Stop by Student Life on your campus to donate non-expired, shelf-stable, ready-to-eat meals. Monetary donations are also welcome through the ACC Foundation donation site\u2014simply select \u201cStudent Life Food Pantry\u201d as your designation.<\/em><\/p>\n Adequate nutrition is essential for academic success and well-being. To combat food insecurity, ACC offers various resources, including free grocery pick-up points and dedicated food pantries on campuses. The Student Care Center at Highland Campus acts as a small grocery store for students, while the Radiology Department provides a specialized pantry and meal trains. Our Food Resource Calendar lists events throughout Central Texas, and we collaborate with providers for on-campus grocery pick-ups, distributing millions of pounds of food. These initiatives ensure students have access to nutritious food, supporting their well-being and academic success.<\/p>\n From October 2023 to August 2024, ACC\u2019s food programs have made a profound impact:<\/p>\n Discussing and addressing these needs is essential for creating an educational environment where all students can succeed. By supporting these fundamental areas, we foster a culture of care and resilience, empowering students to focus on their goals without stress from unmet needs. This calendar aims to inform faculty about these resources, allowing them to share directly with students and address these needs in their instruction.<\/p>\n To learn more about all twelve of the basic needs highlighted in the TLED Calendar, visit the <\/span>TLED Print Wall Calendar webpage<\/span><\/a> and explore more essential resources.<\/span><\/p>\n ACC is committed to supporting every student\u2019s basic needs. We are more than an educational institution \u2014we are a community that cares, supports, and grows together.<\/span><\/p>\n Forgot to request a calendar? 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Food<\/span><\/h2>\n
A Look at ACC’s Impact:<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nResources to Share With Your Students<\/span><\/h2>\n
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\u201cEvery Need. Every Student. Every Day.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n