ACC to Host Back to Campus Friday
ACC to Host Back to Campus Friday Alvin Community College will give students a chance to find their classes, meet with staff members and get ready for the semester during its first Back to Campus Friday on January 3. Students will have an opportunity to take care of any final preparations for the upcoming semester including finalizing the admissions process, registering for classes, changing their schedule, visiting with an advisor and more. Back to Campus Friday will be an all-day event from 8 a.m.
ACC Foundation Celebrates Legendary Jimmy Buffett at Annual Fins Up Gala
ACC Foundation Celebrates Legendary Jimmy Buffett at Annual Fins Up Gala The Alvin Community College Foundation celebrated the legacy of musical icon Jimmy Buffett during its Annual Fins Up Gala on November 8 at the South Shore Harbor Resort. Community members, ACC alumni, faculty, staff, and donors celebrated Buffett's spirit of giving, music, and community while providing students and staff with critical support. With an evening filled with music provided by Lost Shaker of Salt, a Buffett-tribute
ACC TDCJ Commencement Ceremony
ACC TDCJ Commencement Ceremony Students from the Alvin Community College and the University of Houston-Clear Lake Texas Department of Criminal Justice programs received their degrees during a Commencement ceremony at the Stringfellow Unit on November 9. “Regardless of where you started or what obstacles you faced your past does not define your future,” said Commencement speaker Parehkumar Patel, ACC grants project specialist. “Every day brings a new opportunity to rewrite your story, reshape your path
ACC Hosts Veterans Day Ceremony
ACC Hosts Veterans Day CeremonyAlvin Community College hosted a ceremony in recognition of Veterans Day on November 11 near the college Memorial Wall. U.S. Navy veteran Mark Bilyeu delivered the address at the annual Veterans Day Ceremony at ACC on November 11. The ACC Choir performs the Armed Services medley during the annual Veterans Day Ceremony at ACC on November 11. U.S. Army veteran Adam Sikes salutes at the Memorial Wall during the presentation of the ceremonial wreath at the annual Veterans
Alvin Community College celebrated its 49th Annual Fall Festival on October 26
An ACC Polysomnography student helps a trick-or-treater play the game of pinning the electrode on a zombie during the 49th Annual Fall Festival on October 26. A local youngster plays a ring toss game during the 49th Annual ACC Fall Festival on October 26. A youngster plays a ball toss game for candy during the 49th Annual ACC Fall Festival on October 26. Kids play on trampolines during the 49th Annual ACC Fall Festival on October 26.Kids play in the inflatable bounce houses during the 49th Annual ACC
The Alvin Community College Lab School held its annual pumpkin patch party on October 24.
ACC Lab School students look for prizes in a game during the annual pumpkin patch party on October 24.ACC Lab School student Israel Bazaldua hits tees into a pumpkin during the school’s annual pumpkin patch party on October 24. ACC Lab School student Audrey Pfister finds the perfect pumpkin during the annual pumpkin patch party on October 24.
ACC to Host Senior Parents Night
ACC to Host Senior Parents Night To help parents of high school seniors prepare for their student’s transition to college, Alvin Community College will host Senior Parent’s Night on Tuesday, November 5, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the ACC Welcome Center. Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the college admissions process, financial aid, academic advising, disability services, student life and more. ACC Admissions Counselors and Financial Aid Advisors will assist families in completing the Apply
ACC Creates Center for Public Service Programs
ACC Creates Center for Public Service Programs To centralize the public service programs at Alvin Community College, regents recently created the Center for Excellence for Legal Studies and Public Service. Several ACC programs will be shifted to the center including Criminal Justice, Paralegal, Correctional Officer training, Emergency Management Service and Mental Health and Substance Abuse. The center is a realignment of programs at ACC. “This will build upon the excellent reputation of our existing
ACC Regents Approve 2024-25 Tax Rate
ACC Regents Approve 2024-25 Tax Rate The Alvin Community College Board of Regents approved the 2024-25 fiscal year tax rate during their meeting on September 26. The regents approved a 15.6 cent tax rate per $100 of property value, which is a half-cent more than the previous year’s rate. The tax rate will include 14.9 cents for the Maintenance and Operations budget with .7 cents for Interest and Sinking. The rate was approved 7-2 with regent chair ‘Bel Sanchez, vice chair Jody Droege, secretary Dr.
ACC Opens Student Resource Center
ACC Opens Student Resource Center It can be something basic like a flat tire, an unexpected medical issue or a sudden bill. Whatever it is, sometimes an everyday obstacle can stop a college student from attending class and earning their education. “Those challenges can range from food insecurity, housing insecurity or it might be something as simple as needing a notebook and pen,” said Roxie Patton, who is the social services specialist at Alvin Community College. “There are many non-academic barriers
ACC Serves Up Volleyball Team
ACC Serves Up Volleyball Team With the 50th anniversary of its national title, Alvin Community College returned to the court with the recent establishment of the club volleyball team this Fall. The team hosted its first game against Texas Southern University on September 18 and won the match. “We’re thrilled to bring volleyball back to Alvin Community College,” ACC Athletic Director Dr. Estevan Vasquez said. “This club sport not only promotes teamwork and dedication but also taps into the rich pool of
ACC Foundation to Host 25th Gala on November 8
ACC Foundation to Host 25th Gala on November 8 The Alvin Community College Foundation invites everyone to “get their inner Parrothead on” for the 25th Annual Gala Fins Up!: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett on Friday, November 8. The event will be held at South Shore Harbor Resort in League City. “This year we are going to raise money for college students and staff while also celebrating the music of icon Jimmy Buffett,” said Wendy Del Bello, Foundation executive director. “This will be a fun event that
ACC to Host Sustainable Stories Film and Art Exhibit
ACC to Host Sustainable Stories Film and Art ExhibitAlvin Community College and the University of Houston Clear Lake will host the Sustainable Stories Film and Art Festival throughout October and November at each campus. The festival will include 30 short films and visual art pieces inspired by creating a more sustainable world. ACC will host the film and art exhibits from October 1-31. The show will move to UHCL and will be on display November 7 to December 7. “This exhibit is about bringing our
Alvin Community College to Host Hispanic Family Night
Alvin Community College to Host Hispanic Family NightAlvin Community College is hosting Hispanic Family Night on September 24 to provide more information for Spanish-speaking families who want to know more about attending college. The event will feature a panel of speakers that include students, faculty and staff who will talk about their experiences in higher education and how it has benefitted their life. There will also be presentations on a variety of topics such as navigating financial aid, taking
ACC 2024-25 Drama Season Preview
ACC 2024-25 Drama Season Preview The classic tales of staying young, finding the holiday spirit and finding oneself are part of the 2024-25 lineup for the Alvin Community College Drama program. The season will open with performances of Peter and the Star Catcher this Fall followed by Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol in December. The Spring musical will be Anastasia and the 40th Annual Summer Children’s Theatre Festival will include performances of The (Almost) Totally True Story of Hansel and Gretel and A
ACC Paralegal Instructor Pens Textbook
ACC Paralegal Instructor Pens Textbook When Paralegal instructor John J. Murray began teaching at Alvin Community College, he noticed that some of the textbook material in the introductory courses should be presented in more advanced courses. To solve the problem, Murray decided to write his own textbook which he felt would be more appropriate for students beginning a Paralegal program. “I also wanted to create a book that gave students real stories they could relate to and introduce them to the law in
ACC Receives Grants to Provide Textbooks to TDCJ Students
ACC Receives Grants to Provide Textbooks to TDCJ Students Alvin Community College recently received a grant to supply up-to-date textbooks to students taking courses through the Texas Department of Criminal Justice program. Government instructor Amy Acord was awarded the $4,400 grant from a partnership with the Alliance for Higher Education in Prison and the W.W. Norton Publishing Prison Education Book Connection.These students are enrolled in ACC Associate’s Degree programs which are proven to reduce
ACC Faculty/Staff Recognized for Service
ACC Faculty/Staff Recognized for Service Alvin Community College recognized its employees for their service to the college during the annual service awards ceremony on August 19. Employees were honored for working 30, 25, 20, 15, 10 and five years. 30 YearsACC employees who have worked at the college for 30 years were recognized during Convocation on August 19. From left: Environmental Systems technician Roy Sambrano, Printing specialist Lynette Mason and Vice President of Development and Outreach
All ACC LVN Grads Pass License Test for 13th year
All ACC LVN Grads Pass License Test for 13th year For the 13th straight year, every graduate from the latest class of the Alvin Community College Vocational Nursing program recently passed their licensure exam. All 20 students who graduated in May 2024 took the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) this summer. “Due to the hard work that our students put forth each year, the ACC VN program has continued to maintain a 100 percent pass rate since 2012,” said Tori McTaggart, LVN director at ACC. “I
ACC Regents Approve 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget
The Alvin Community College Board of Regents approved the 2024-25 fiscal year budget during their meeting on August 15. Regents voted unanimously to approve the $50.7 million budget which will take effect in September. The budget includes 11 new positions most of which include new faculty members needed to address a projected increase in Dual Enrollment students. Part of the revenues from the 2024-25 budget will include an additional $1.16 million from the state legislature through the recent passage of
ACC Foundation Supporters Benefit Culinary Program – Wild Art
ACC Foundation Supporters Benefit Culinary Program – Wild Art The Alvin Community College Foundation recently partnered with Terry Droege, owner of TDEC Inc. – Electrical Contractor and Travis Plaster, owner of 7-F Fabrication in order to provide a top-of-the-line BBQ pit for the Culinary Arts program. Droege donated the barbecue pit, and Plaster, an ACC Welding department alum, refurbished it. An innovative grant from the ACC Foundation funded the restoration while Plaster donated additional materials
ACC Foundation Grant to Support Professional Development
ACC Foundation Grant to Support Professional Development The bedrock of education is built on an instructor passing down knowledge to a student. But in order for an institution to maintain a high standard, the instructors must update their knowledge from time to time. The Alvin Community College Foundation recently awarded a $2,000 grant to Nursing instructor Thirty Lacy for professional development for adjunct Vocational Nursing instructors. “We signed up for the grant for instructors to take specialized
ACC Law Enforcement Academy Graduation
ACC Law Enforcement Academy Graduation Alvin Community College had its graduation ceremony for the 122nd Law Enforcement Academy on July 29. Cadet Trenton Mitchell was named the top academic achiever for the class and cadet Brayden Vincent was named the top gun for the highest achievement in firearms training. Law Enforcement Academy An ACC cadet Lenny Valdez, right, receives his badge as the newest member of the Angleton Police Department during the 122nd ACC Law Enforcement Academy graduation
ACC Regents Approve IT Contracts
ACC Regents Approve IT Contracts The Alvin Community College Board of Regents voted to approve contracts for IT services during their meeting on July 25. The $2.44 million contract with Ellucian Colleague will include renewal for existing services as well as additional services including an intranet platform. Some of the current services included are the online classroom platform, data extraction for reporting requirements, accounting software, course management and more. Regents also approved an
ACC Upward Bound Recognition Dinner
ACC Upward Bound Recognition Dinner The Alvin Community College Upward Bound program took a moment to celebrate student achievement during their annual recognition dinner on July 23. Upward Bound seeks to motivate low-income and/or potential first-generation college students and help them develop the skills they need to complete secondary education and succeed at the postsecondary educational institution of their choice. The purpose of the program is to build confidence and self-esteem, while providing
ACC to Host Back to Campus Friday
ACC to Host Back to Campus Friday Alvin Community College will give students a chance to find their classes, meet with staff members and get ready for the semester during its first Back to Campus Friday on August 16. Students will have an opportunity to take care of any final preparations for the upcoming semester including finalizing the admissions process, registering for classes, changing their schedule, visiting with an advisor and more. “Last year, we were able to help over 500 new and
ACC Foundation Grant to Assist DCVS Volunteers
ACC Foundation Grant to Assist DCVS Volunteers The first step of any interaction between a patient and a healthcare provider usually involves an intake process. The Alvin Community College Foundation recently awarded a $1,500 grant to the Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography program for digital technology to help volunteers more easily register for scans conducted by students. “Having the tablets there and accessible will help both the student and the volunteer,” said Danielle Kemendo, DCVS director. The
ACC Foundation Grant to Fund Culinary BBQ Equipment
ACC Foundation Grant to Fund Culinary BBQ Equipment In Texas, it’s simple: we enjoy our barbecue. There’s all kinds of ways to cook food on a grill and if you’re a chef, it’s important to be familiar with the ways of smoke. To do that, students need the equipment and the facilities to learn, said chef Laura Trigo, head of the Alvin Community College Culinary Arts program. “You need the proper equipment,” she said. “ We can do so much more if we have more.” The ACC Foundation awarded Trigo a $3,000
ACC Foundation Grant to Assist with TSI Prep
ACC Foundation Grant to Assist with TSI Prep Before a student can begin their journey in higher education, most will have to take the Texas Success Initiative entrance exam to determine their readiness. A $2,000 grant from the Alvin Community College Foundation will provide a preparatory course for those seeking to take the exam. “We want to make sure the student is fully prepared to take on college-level classes and be successful,” said Amanda Smithson, ACC director of Enrollment and Recruitment. “The
