ACC Receives Dept. of Labor Grant
Alvin Community College was one of 18 American colleges to receive a Strengthening Community College grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. The $1.5 million grant will go towards upgrading ACC’s CNC program and will fund staffing, equipment and curriculum development with the aim of increasing women in the field. “Our Strengthening Community Colleges grantees run programs that help lift whole communities, like by helping community colleges equip workers with the skills they need right now, while
ACC Ranks Among Best in the State for Job Placement/Transfer
Alvin Community College ranked second in the state with the highest number of graduates either finding employment or transferring to further their education after graduating. The assessment was conducted by Houston Landing and based on data from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Nearly 97 percent of all ACC graduates were either employed or transferred to another institution to continue their education which was second best compared to all Texas community colleges, according to the
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
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 Shatters $500 Million Mark in Texas Disaster Relief Loans
SBA Shatters $500 Million Mark in Texas Disaster Relief Loans SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration, announced today that SBA has approved more than $500 million in federal disaster loans for Texas businesses and residents impacted by recent disaster declarations. According to Sánchez, SBA has approved $140,398,750 for businesses and $364,812,900 for residents to help rebuild and recover
La SBA Supera los $500 Millones en Préstamos de Asistencia para Desastre en Texas
La SBA Supera los $500 Millones en Préstamos de Asistencia para Desastre en Texas 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 ha aprobado más de $500 millones de dólares en préstamos federales para desastre para los negocios y residentes en Texas que se vieron afectados por las recientes
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 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
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 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
