{"id":13062,"date":"2026-01-16T21:32:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T21:32:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/?p=13062"},"modified":"2026-01-20T22:56:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T22:56:18","slug":"share-with-your-students-spring-2026-events-initiatives-and-resources","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/2026\/01\/16\/share-with-your-students-spring-2026-events-initiatives-and-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Share With Your Students: Spring 2026 Events, Initiatives, and Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"overflow: auto;width: 100%\">\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12607 size-full\" style=\"width: 100%;height: auto;margin-bottom: 1em\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/Weekly-Email-Newsletter-Banners-25.png?resize=600%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Weekly Newsletter Banner\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/Weekly-Email-Newsletter-Banners-25.png?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/Weekly-Email-Newsletter-Banners-25.png?resize=300%2C100&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">From the first day of class, Austin Community College (ACC) offers a wide range of resources to support student success. This spring, we invite faculty to bookmark and share this curated collection of services, support programs, and upcoming events designed to help students stay engaged, informed, and supported throughout the semester. This page brings together high-impact, student-facing opportunities from across the College\u2014making it easy to guide students to the right resources at the right time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13078 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS20467_20221116-HLC-RB-Bday-ca-057_scr-1.jpg?resize=269%2C179&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"269\" height=\"179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS20467_20221116-HLC-RB-Bday-ca-057_scr-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS20467_20221116-HLC-RB-Bday-ca-057_scr-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS20467_20221116-HLC-RB-Bday-ca-057_scr-1.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We encourage you to save this page and return to it often, as it serves as a one-stop reference for sharing essential information with your students throughout spring 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><strong>Student Resources<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ACC provides a comprehensive network of academic, personal, and financial support to help students navigate their educational journey. Faculty are encouraged to bookmark and share the following resources with students as needed:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/calendars\/acc-events-calendar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ACC Events<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Current Students Web Page<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/energy-and-sustainability\/transportation\/green-pass\/\">CapMetro Green Pass<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Student InfoHub<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/student-rights-responsibilities\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Student Rights &amp; Responsibilities<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/student-support\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Student Support Resources<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/academic-resources\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Academic Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/personal-resources\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Essential<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/financial-resources\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Financial Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/technology-resources\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Technology Resources<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5em\"><strong>Basic Needs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ACC is committed to supporting students\u2019 basic needs and overall well-being. Available resources include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Basic Needs Resources<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=111\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Basic Needs System Referral<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (including housing support inquiries)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/personal-resources\/child-care-for-college-students\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Child Care for College Students<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/food-assistance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Food Support<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/personal-resources\/riverbat-bites-food-pantry\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Riverbat Bites Food Pantry<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/care-network-center\/advocacy-team\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Meet with an Advocate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for support with housing, food stability, short-term financial assistance, and more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mental Health Counseling<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/equal-opportunity-compliance\/pregnant-and-parenting-students\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pregnant and Parenting Students Liaison Information<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/student-accessibility-services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Student Accessibility Services<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Library Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ACC Libraries provide essential academic support services and welcoming study spaces across the district. Faculty are encouraged to share the following with students:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-13063 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS9672_20181210-HYS-Library-ca-002.jpg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS9672_20181210-HYS-Library-ca-002-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS9672_20181210-HYS-Library-ca-002-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS9672_20181210-HYS-Library-ca-002-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS9672_20181210-HYS-Library-ca-002-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS9672_20181210-HYS-Library-ca-002-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Resources:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Library Services Website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: access to books, eBooks, journal articles, streaming media, calculators, headphones, and more<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/researchguides.austincc.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research Guides<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: connecting students to databases, books, and subject-specific resources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/help\/tutorials.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research Success Tutorials<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: created by librarians based on ACC curriculum<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Services:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">One-on-one research help:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/csbb-q2p-zk7\/zoom-a-librarian?\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8216;Zoom a Librarian&#8217; Appointments<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/help\/ask.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">24\/7 Live Chat<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/loc\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In-person support at all campus libraries<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Library spaces at most campus libraries include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/gen-info\/services\/groupstudy-about.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">study rooms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, quiet spaces, and outside snacks and drinks are welcome.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Students can grab supplies like a notebook, scantron, or pencil at a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/researchguides.austincc.edu\/c.php?g=1425400&amp;p=10572786\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Student School Supply Pantry<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> at each campus library.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><strong>Upcoming Spring Events and Initiatives<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2><b>Arts, Culture, and Community Engagement<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Black History Month<\/b><br \/>\nCelebrate Black History Month at ACC this February! This year\u2019s theme, <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cA Century of Black History Commemorations,\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> celebrates 100 years of recognizing and honoring Black history month. Events will be hosted across ACC campuses, in-person and online! Students can learn more and stay updated on Black History Month events by visiting <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/bhm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">austincc.edu\/bhm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Peace &amp; Conflict Studies: How to Have Difficult Conversations, Part Two: How to Be Heard<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13072 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/HTH_DC_Part2_social.png?resize=249%2C249&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"249\" height=\"249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/HTH_DC_Part2_social.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/HTH_DC_Part2_social.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/HTH_DC_Part2_social.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/HTH_DC_Part2_social.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/HTH_DC_Part2_social.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><\/b><br \/>\nThis interactive session builds on foundational communication skills, helping participants express themselves clearly and constructively in high-stakes or emotionally charged conversations. Topics include understanding positions versus interests and shifting from accusatory questions to dialogue-opening statements. <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/GyPZVzkk9Hwx7Zo79\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January 22, 5-7:30 p.m.; Highland Campus (HLC) Truth, Community Healing &amp; Transformation Center (TCHTC), Building 4000, Room 2205<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>The Art Galleries (TAG) Events<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12684 alignright\" style=\"float: right;margin: 0 0 1em 1em\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/TAG_ArtLab_Renewed-1-2.png?resize=250%2C227&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"ArtLAB submission\" width=\"250\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/TAG_ArtLab_Renewed-1-2.png?resize=300%2C272&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/TAG_ArtLab_Renewed-1-2.png?resize=1024%2C929&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/TAG_ArtLab_Renewed-1-2.png?resize=768%2C697&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/08\/TAG_ArtLab_Renewed-1-2.png?w=1172&amp;ssl=1 1172w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b><i>Exploring Uncertainty, Part Tw<\/i><em>o<\/em><\/b><b><em>:<\/em> Opening Reception<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TAG invites students to attend the opening reception for <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Exploring Uncertainty, Part Two<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, an interactive exhibition examining how uncertainty can spark curiosity, creativity, and discovery. Featuring work by ACC Studio Art faculty alongside students, alumni, and Austin-based artists, the exhibition includes interactive stations that encourage reflection and shared artistic expression. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/m6tnzrQKTjaLRDKb7\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January 22, 4-6 p.m.; HLC Gallery 2000, Building 2000, Room 2450\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i>Through Our Eyes: Student Voices in the Gallery<\/i><\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">During this interactive program, ACC ART 1301 students will present their interpretations and analyses of artworks featured in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Exploring Uncertainty, Part Two<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Student perspectives will explore themes such as environmental, societal, and political uncertainty, creating space for dialogue, reflection, and community engagement. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/4WH5wnrmbWQoU9Ac8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March 11, 3-4:30 p.m.; Central Texas Learning Festival<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Truth, Community Healing &amp; Transformation Center: TCHT Week 2026 from January 20 to 23<\/b><br \/>\nTCHT Week centers the National Day of Community Healing through dialogue, reflection, and creative connection. Events are open to students and designed to foster belonging, curiosity, and shared understanding. Learn more about TCHT Week events <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/truth-community-healing-and-transformation-center\/news-events\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>What Is the National Day of Community Healing &amp; TCHT Week?<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This hybrid session introduces the purpose and significance of the National Day of Community Healing and TCHT Week, highlighting opportunities for students to engage in dialogue, reflection, and community-building.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January 20, 3:30-4:30 p.m.; Online via Zoom and in-person at HLC, TCHTC, Building 4000, Room 2205<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>ACC Virtual Justice Discussion with Howard Law Students of Color<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Students are invited to participate in a facilitated discussion with Howard Law Students of Color, focused on inspiring the next generation to see themselves in the fight for justice. This hybrid event encourages thoughtful dialogue and shared learning.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January 21, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.; Online via Zoom and in-person at HLC, TCHTC, Building 4000, Room 2205<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Anonymous Chat<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Step into a brave space of connection and curiosity during this anonymous chat experience hosted via Zoom. Participants will engage in guided breakout-room conversations designed to explore new perspectives without the pressure of being seen or judged.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January 22, noon-1:30 p.m.; Online via Zoom<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>The Ultimate Potted Plant Workshop<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This creative, reflective workshop invites students to plant intentions for the year ahead while decorating pots and exploring themes of growth, care, and new beginnings through guided conversation and artistic expression.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January 23, noon-1:30 p.m.; HLC, TCHTC, Building 4000, Room 2205<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Financial Aid &amp; Nutrition Assistance<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-13079 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS22753_20230821-CYP-1st-Day-ca-723_lpr.jpg?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS22753_20230821-CYP-1st-Day-ca-723_lpr.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS22753_20230821-CYP-1st-Day-ca-723_lpr.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS22753_20230821-CYP-1st-Day-ca-723_lpr.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS22753_20230821-CYP-1st-Day-ca-723_lpr.jpg?resize=1536%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS22753_20230821-CYP-1st-Day-ca-723_lpr.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><b>Loan Zone: Navigating Your Student Loans<\/b><br \/>\nHosted by ACC\u2019s Office of Financial Aid, Loan Zone is a free workshop designed to help students understand federal student loans\u2014from borrowing to repayment. Students may attend online or in person at the Highland Campus Welcome Center. <a href=\"https:\/\/austincc.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/TGCGAt7wQxig9LiqKhZO4g#\/registration\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Next workshop: February 5, 2026, from noon to 1 p.m.; Online via Zoom<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>SNAP Pop-Up Event<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Virtual and in-person appointments will be available to assist students with SNAP applications. Central Health staff will also be on-site to support MAP health plan enrollment.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSft5RsTZL3c20pQx52kUmJ57eRU1DQS0G4-R_Y_BdI_sjR80Q\/viewform\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">February 18, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Eastview Campus (EVC)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Library Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div style=\"float: right;margin: 0 0 10px 15px;max-width: 300px;text-align: center\"><\/div>\n<p><b>Districtwide<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">International Student Orientation and Fair: January 16, 12:30-2 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">National Library Week: April 19\u201325; activities across the district<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Eastview Campus (EVC) <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13112 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-2.png?resize=329%2C219&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"329\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-2-scaled.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-2-scaled.png?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-2-scaled.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-2-scaled.png?resize=1536%2C1023&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-2-scaled.png?resize=2048%2C1364&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reflection Wall: January 20\u201330<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reading Challenge: January<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mystery Date with a Book &amp; DIY Valentine Cards: February 2\u201313<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breath &amp; Bead Bracelet Bar: February 16\u201327<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Watercolor by Number: March 2\u201327<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Campus Birding Walk: Date TBD (late March or early May)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make Your Way Home Book Club (Partnership with African-American Cultural Center): Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mindful Rock Painting: April 6\u201324<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Week of the Young Child Collaboration with Child Development Letter Walk: April 16<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Postcard Station: May 1\u201312<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Elgin Campus (EGN)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">January Reading Challenge for 2026: Learn more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/researchguides.austincc.edu\/c.php?g=589434&amp;p=11250851\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">February Book Club: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Ministry of Time<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: February 6, 2 p.m.; Room 1107<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March Book Club &#8211; Title TBD: March 6, 2 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">April Book Club &#8211; Title TBD: April 10, 2 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">May Book Club &#8211; Title TBD: May 1, 2 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">El Centro Book Club &#8211; Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AAPI Book Club Meetup: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Online Student Book Club: Learn more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/research.ebsco.com\/c\/mie23f\/viewer\/pdf\/ji22sgfmkz?route=details\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Hays Campus (HYS)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Community Art Project: Thumbprint Art: All spring<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cozy Pop-Up Library: January 27<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Charm\/Friendship Bracelets: February<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Collage Art Activity: March 9\u201313<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Craft Your Own Keychain: April<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spot the Fake: April 1<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AAPI Book Club Meetup: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: April 3<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Highland Campus (HLC)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13077 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS7638_20180613-HLC-Social-Staircase-ca-011_scr.jpg?resize=344%2C229&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"344\" height=\"229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS7638_20180613-HLC-Social-Staircase-ca-011_scr.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS7638_20180613-HLC-Social-Staircase-ca-011_scr.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS7638_20180613-HLC-Social-Staircase-ca-011_scr.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS7638_20180613-HLC-Social-Staircase-ca-011_scr.jpg?w=1350&amp;ssl=1 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lunar New Year Paper Lantern Crafts: February 17<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Earth Day Book Swap: April 22, 10 a.m.-noon<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Northridge Campus (NRG)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Library Shelfie Day: January 28<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Junk Journaling Workshop: January 29, 1-3 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AAPI Book Club Meetup: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Button Making: March 2\u20136<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Citation Workshop: March 11<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vibe Coding Workshop (AI &amp; Programming): March 25<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Interactive Fidget Tools: April 20\u201324<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Student Art on Display: May<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Rio Grande Campus (RGC)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>February Book Club &#8211; Title TBD: February 27, 1-3 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AAPI Book Club Meetup: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: March 27, 1-3 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">April Book Club &#8211; Title TBD: April 24, 1-3 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Riverside Campus (RVS)\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vision Boards: January<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Greek Mythology Scavenger Hunt: February<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Valentine Robot Craft: February<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bunny Craft: March<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pot of Gold Scavenger Hunt: March<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blackout Poetry: April<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Graduation Card Craft: May<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tissue Paper Flower Craft: May<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AAPI Book Club Meet<br \/>\nup: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">El Centro Book Club: Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Round Rock Campus (RRC) <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13113 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design.png?resize=344%2C229&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"344\" height=\"229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-scaled.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-scaled.png?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-scaled.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-scaled.png?resize=1536%2C1023&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Untitled-design-scaled.png?resize=2048%2C1364&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AMA (Ask Me Anything) Table with Learning Lab: January 28, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Black History Month Collab w\/ Student Life: Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mystery Date with a Book &amp; DIY Valentines: February 2\u201314<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Crafternoon @ the Library: February 12, 1-3 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">AAPI Book Club Meetup: <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: February 26, 12:30 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March Madness Book Bracket: March 2\u201313<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Poetry Month: Haiku Contest: April 1\u201330<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Earth Day Seed Packets: April 22<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Crafternoon @ the Library: April 23, 1-3 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finals Week Tea Time: May 11\u201314<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>San Gabriel Campus (SGC)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Planner\/Calendar Decorating: January 20\u201323<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vision Boards: January 26\u201330<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The AI Advantage: Map Your Semester with NotebookLM: February 4, noon-1 p.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bookmark Making: February 9\u201313<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blind Date with a Book: Influential Women Autobiographies &amp; Biographies: March 9\u201313<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rolling Reads Mobile Book Cart: March 9\u201312<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cWrite Smarter, Research Faster\u201d Library Services\/Learning Lab Workshop: April 8, noon; ACCelerator, Building 1000, Room 1100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Seed Starting Kits: April 20\u201324<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Haiku &amp; Art Competition: May 11\u201315<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>South Austin Campus (SAC)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vision Board: Date TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Love Yourself Month Activities: February<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Earth Day Activities: April<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Book Club: Details TBA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">BYOCraft: Details TBA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Donation Drive: Details TBA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Guacamole Contest: Details TBA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Multidisciplinary Student Research Symposium<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Liberal Education Advancement and Development initiative invites students from all disciplines to participate in the Multidisciplinary Student Research Symposium. This event provides a platform for students to present and share research, creative projects, and scholarly work from across the College. Submissions from all fields are strongly encouraged. Learn more and submit applications by March 23 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/austincc.edu\/student-research-symposium-202\/home?authuser=0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">April 25, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; HLC &#8211; Location TBA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Office of Energy &amp; Sustainability<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Spring 2026 Eco Conference Grant<\/b><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13074 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/2026-Eco-Conference-Grant-Social-Square-1080x1080-px-1.png?resize=255%2C255&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"255\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/2026-Eco-Conference-Grant-Social-Square-1080x1080-px-1.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/2026-Eco-Conference-Grant-Social-Square-1080x1080-px-1.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/2026-Eco-Conference-Grant-Social-Square-1080x1080-px-1.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/2026-Eco-Conference-Grant-Social-Square-1080x1080-px-1.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/2026-Eco-Conference-Grant-Social-Square-1080x1080-px-1.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 255px) 100vw, 255px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\nACC students, faculty, and staff interested in attending a sustainability conference this spring are invited to apply for the Spring 2026 Eco Conference Grant through the Office of Energy &amp; Sustainability. This year\u2019s conference will be hosted by St. Edward\u2019s University in Austin from March 1\u20133, 2026. Grant recipients may receive support for conference-related expenses and opportunities to engage with sustainability leaders and peers. Learn more about the application process and previous Eco Conferences<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/energy-and-sustainability\/education-stewardship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0Apply online by February 2 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/ZmbD9nGSLSoJdMtk8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Students, faculty, and staff may also submit a presentation proposal. If selected, ACC will sponsor conference expenses. Submission details are available<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfgWev-_HJLSzRBRZNJrqlxLNoBi-wDYxSZ-P1fY1hUUfX_nw\/viewform\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Eco Bag Art Contest<\/b><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13098 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Image_20260116_154351_519.png?resize=255%2C255&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"255\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Image_20260116_154351_519.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Image_20260116_154351_519.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Image_20260116_154351_519.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Image_20260116_154351_519.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Image_20260116_154351_519.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 255px) 100vw, 255px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\nThe 14th Annual Student Eco Bag Art Contest is now open. Students are invited to submit original designs by February 8 for a chance to be selected as the 2026 ACC Eco Bag design. The winning artist will receive their choice of prizes (Design Tablet or Solar Generator), and their artwork will be displayed across 11 campuses and online for one year. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1tMvhc7021zbeKcRtonouinfJzC4wzL54\/view?usp=sharing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Read more here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Beginning February 10, the ACC community is invited to vote for the winning Eco Bag design. Voting will remain open through February 22, helping determine the artwork featured on this year\u2019s collectible ACC Eco Bag. The winning design will be announced during Earth Week (April 20\u201324).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Starting April 20, the winning 2026 Eco Bag will be available for purchase for one year. Bookmark this link to place an order and add to your collection <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/ecobag\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Earth Week 2026<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ACC celebrates Earth Day with a full week of hands-on activities, seminars, and events across the district. Earth Week 2026 will take place April 20\u201324, with a full calendar of events coming soon at<\/span> <a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/earthweek\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">austincc.edu\/earthweek<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Students, faculty, and staff interested in hosting an Earth Week event are invited to lead activities and request planning support through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1hKQQfcBXxnSDC8XSFf9IAed5K_Em4x8K\/view?usp=sharing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Earth Week Event Request Form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Office of Experiential Learning<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Central Texas Learning Festival<br \/>\n<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Free, public-facing learning opportunities will be offered by the service-learning classes.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/ctxlearningfestival.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Learn more here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March 11\u201315, 2026; Various locations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Red Bench Dialogue Event<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12996 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Red-Bench-General-_Instagram-Post_.png?resize=300%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Red-Bench-General-_Instagram-Post_.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Red-Bench-General-_Instagram-Post_.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/Red-Bench-General-_Instagram-Post_.png?w=540&amp;ssl=1 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\nThe Red Bench is a dialogue program designed to improve interfaith understanding and civil discourse in our society. Each session focuses on a challenging topic, inviting discussion from faith and non-faith traditions through moderated table conversations led by trained students in Dr. Kathy Frost\u2019s psychology classes, the Truth, Racial Healing &amp; Transformation Center, and Interfaith Action of Central Texas. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/austincc.edu\/redbenchdialogueevent\/home\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">March 31, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; RGC, Building 3000, Room 3340<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This semester\u2019s topic of conversation is \u201cWeaving and Building Relationships.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Internship Credit at ACC: What to Do\u2014and When to Do It<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Virtual information session to help students prepare for their upcoming or future internships, co-ops, practicum semesters, and more! Details and registration will be posted at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/internships\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">austincc.edu\/internships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Questions may be directed to <\/span><a href=\"mailto:internships@austincc.edu\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">internships@austincc.edu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">February 11, 2026, at noon and 6:30 p.m.; Online via Zoom.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Student Life &amp; Leadership<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The best way for students to stay informed about Student Life &amp; Leadership events across all ACC campuses is to claim a free MySL account. Through MySL, students can explore upcoming events, discover student organizations, and find opportunities to get involved and build community. Claim a MySL account at: <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px\" href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/mysl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">austincc.edu\/mysl<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Spring Event Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Weeks of Welcome<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li>Students are invited to visit any Student Life Lounge during the first two weeks of the semester to explore campus events, meet peers, and learn about opportunities to get connected at ACC. Learn more <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/sl\/programs\/involvement\/#1694529210300-67209053-20fd\">here<\/a>.\n<ul>\n<li>First two weeks of the semester; all Student Life Lounges across ACC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>The Amazing Race: Riverbat Edition<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li>Student competitors have been selected, and the race is almost here! Students can watch the introductory video, meet the teams, and vote for their favorite racers through February 25. Choose the winning team, and you could win Riverbat swag. Vote <a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/sldr\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Chancellor\u2019s Student Achievement Award (CSAA) Nominations<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li>The CSAA honors a graduating student who exemplifies ACC\u2019s vision and values through academic excellence and service to the community. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to submit nominations. Submit nominations <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/sl\/programs\/psaa\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Transfer Services<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Students planning to transfer can explore upcoming opportunities at <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px\" href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/transferevents\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">austincc.edu\/transferevents<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Events get added often! Bookmark this page for upcoming events and opportunities. For questions, email the Transfer Services leadership team at <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px\" href=\"mailto:acctransfer@austincc.edu\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">acctransfer@austincc.edu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-13090 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS24431_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-073.jpg?resize=300%2C282&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS24431_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-073-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C282&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS24431_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-073-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C962&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS24431_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-073-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C721&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS24431_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-073-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1442&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tledupdates\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/01\/RS24431_20240711-TXST-Bats-to-Cats-ca-073-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1923&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Texas State Day at ACC<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>February 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; HLC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Spring Transfer Week<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>February 16\u201320; Districtwide and online. Learn more <a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/transferweek\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Bats to Cats Declaration Period<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Students who plan to transfer to Texas State via the Bats to Cats program in spring 2027 and beyond can join the program during this declaration period.\n<ul>\n<li>February 1\u2013July 1, 2026. Students can learn more about the program <a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/batstocats\">here<\/a> and apply <a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/batstocats-apply\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>A newly launched <b>Bats to Cats Faculty Toolkit<\/b> is available with relevant resources, information, FAQs, and more. Access it <a href=\"https:\/\/iw.my.canva.site\/bats-to-cats-faculty-toolkit-website\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><b>Bookmark This Page and Stay Connected<\/b><\/h1>\n<p>We encourage you to bookmark this page and share relevant resources with students throughout the semester. New events and updates may be added as spring 2026 progresses. 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