RECORD-BREAKING: 252 Students Apply for BCPC Career Signing Day
A record 252 high school seniors have applied for full-time careers in the petrochemical industry through the Brazoria County Petrochemical Council’s (BCPC) Career Signing Day, marking the highest participation in the program’s history. As demand for skilled workers rises, students from 18 high schools are seizing the opportunity to secure high-paying jobs in welding, pipefitting, and construction. On March 25, applicants will interview with contractor companies, with successful candidates receiving
Höegh Aurora, the world's largest and most eco-friendly car carrier, made its inaugural call to Port
FREEPORT, TX (March 6, 2025)—On Tuesday, March 4, Port Freeport welcomed the Höegh Aurora during its inaugural visit. The Höegh Aurora is the world's largest and most environmentally friendly car carrier. This event highlights Port Freeport's strategic growth and with partners that have a shared commitment to sustainability, as well as its ongoing investments in infrastructure to support next-generation vessels. The Höegh Aurora is a state-of-the-art roll-on/roll-off (RORO) vessel with advanced
ACC Pays off 2005 Bond
Alvin Community College recently posted its final payment to pay off the 2005 bond. The $19.9 million bond was approved by voters in 2005 to construct the Science-Health Science Building on campus. Construction on the facility was completed in 2007. “ACC has long been a great steward of taxpayer funds,” Board of Regents Chair ‘Bel Sanchez said. “Throughout the history of this bond we have exercised fiscal responsibility, saving taxpayers money while providing a valuable facility for our students. The
ACC Regents Approve Agreement for Crane Certification
ACC Regents Approve Agreement for Crane Certification The Alvin Community College Board of Regents approved an agreement to begin offering certification training for crane operators during their meeting on January 9. Regents approved a memorandum of understanding to create a partnership with the National Crane Certification and Inspection Company in order to offer courses in crane rigging and inspection. The partnership will provide training that will give workers a chance to improve their skills and
ACC ADN Nurse Pinning Ceremony
Nursing Students Receive Pins During Ceremony Alvin Community College nursing students recently had a pinning ceremony for Associate Degree Nursing at the ACC Gym on December 11. The Fall 2024 class included 28 graduates from diverse backgrounds. Many of the students had an education and careers in other fields before joining the program. The Nurse Pinning ceremony includes the graduates receiving their pin, the lighting of the ceremonial lamps and reciting the Nurse’s Pledge. Each of the graduates
ACC Lab School Snow Day
ACC Lab School Snow Day The ACC Lab School held its annual Snow Day event on December 13. The event was made possible through support from a grant from HEB. Lab School student Jovani Gomez and his sister Marlene play in the snow during the Snow Day event on December 13.Myles Garcia gets pelted with a snow ball during the ACC Lab School Snow Day on December 13. Lab School student Elora Tamfu slides down the hill in a sled with her father Eugene during the ACC Lab School Snow Day on December
ACC Receives JET Grant
ACC Receives JET Grant The Alvin Community College Process Technology program received a grant from the Texas Workforce Commission for The $349,980 grant was issued through the Jobs and Education for Texans program from the Texas Workforce Commission. “As Texas’ economy continues to grow, it is critical that we invest in our future workforce,” said Texas Governor Greg Abbott. “This $15 million in career training grants will support career and technical training programs for thousands of Texas students
ACC Student First to Receive Prime Example Scholarship
ACC Student First to Receive Prime Example Scholarship As Hendrix Carraway continues to take advantage of an opportunity, he hopes eventually his education with Alvin Community College will lead to others getting the assistance they need to succeed. Carraway was an ACC student with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. He is pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Business Management with an eye towards starting a non-profit named “Healing Hearts” to benefit the homeless veteran population. “Being a U.S.
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.
PORT FREEPORT AWARDED $1.487 MILLION CLEAN PORTS PROGRAM GRANT BY THE U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
PORT FREEPORT AWARDED $1.487 MILLION CLEAN PORTS PROGRAM GRANT BY THE U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY FREEPORT, TX (November 18, 2024) – Port Freeport is pleased to announce that it has been awarded $1,487,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Ports Program. This funding will enhance the port's commitment to environmental innovation and community engagement by supporting zero-emissions equipment, infrastructure improvements, and climate planning initiatives. “We
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
Deadline Approaching in Texas for SBA Working Capital Loans Due to Drought
Deadline Approaching in Texas for SBA Working Capital Loans Due to Drought “As communities across the Southeast continue to recover and rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the SBA remains focused on its mission to provide support to small businesses to help stabilize local economies, even in the face of diminished disaster funding,” said Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman. “If your business has sustained physical damage, or you’ve lost inventory, equipment or revenues, the SBA will help you
SBA to Close Business Recovery Center in Richmond
SBA to Close Business Recovery Center in Richmond SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration, announced today that SBA will close its Richmond Business Recovery Center at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11. “SBA opened the center to provide personalized assistance to businesses that were affected by the Hurricane Beryl that occurred July 5-9,” said Sánchez. Until the center closes, SBA customer
La SBA Cerrará Centro de Recuperación para Negocios en Richmond
La SBA Cerrará Centro de Recuperación para Negocios en Richmond SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Francisco Sánchez Jr., administrador asociado de la Oficina de Recuperación y Resiliencia ante Desastres (ODR&R, por sus siglas en inglés) de la Agencia Federal de Pequeños Negocios (SBA, por sus siglas en inglés), anunció hoy que la SBA cerrará centro de recuperación para negocios (BRC, por sus siglas en inglés) en Richmond a las 4:30 p.m. el viernes, 11 de octubre de 2024. “La SBA abrió este centro para brindar asistencia
ACC Law Enforcement Academy Graduation
ACC Law Enforcement Academy Graduation The Alvin Community College Law Enforcement Academy graduated its 123rd class during a ceremony on December 9. Sixteen cadets received their certification during the ceremony. Graduates received their badges through a variety of agencies including the Alvin Police, Brazoria County Sheriff, Fort Bend County Sheriff, Harris County Fire Marshal, Iowa Colony Police, Port of Galveston Police and Texas City Police. Cadet James Horton was named the top academic achiever
