Events

2025 Spring Events Open to ACC

Know Your Rights Info Session - Open to All ACC Students, Faculty, and Staff

In this virtual informative session, you will learn and ask questions about your legal rights and safety planning strategies.

January 17, from 12- 1:30 pm via Zoom

Zoom Recording

SEXucation SEXsion - Open to All ACC Students, Faculty, and Staff

Let’s Talk: Professionals will be presenting on their areas of expertise, including the rights and responsibilities in Title IX, the psychological aspects of intimacy, and insights on the prevention and awareness of STIs. You will have the opportunity to ask anonymous your sex questions, concerns, and curiosities. 

Date: Wednesday February 12th
Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m
Location: In-person and Virtual

ACC Highland Campus Bldg. 4000 Truth, Racial, Healing, Transformation Center (TRHTC)

There will be watch parties at: Riverside at El Centro and Hays Student Life Lounge

REGISTER HERE

Free Pizza and prizes will be provided!

Student Life:Riverbat Leadership Summit (Open to all ACC Students)

The following Event is Organized by Student Life:

Ready to ignite your leadership journey? Join Student Life at the Riverbat Leadership Summit, a transformative one-day event designed to empower YOU with the skills, insights, and connections to thrive as a leader! RSVP by March 15th to secure your spot, and mark your calendar for April 4. 

Friday, April 4th, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Rio Grande Campus | The Multipurpose (Room 1103)

RSVP HERE

College Tour (Optional for ASCENDER students)

Students will tour a college campus, will get information about the admission process, and learn about transfer opportunities. Expect an email with details from the Coordinator.

Registration Form and Location Details coming soon

2025 Spring Calendar for Ascender Students and Mentors

Please note that the following events are exclusively for current ASCENDER students, faculty, and staff.

Class Visits

Alejandra and/or Diana will visit ASCENDER classrooms at the beginning of class, will go over the spring calendar, and give announcements and reminders. They will also take questions from students and take photos.

Spring Kick Off! (Mandatory for ASCENDER students)

Students who participate in ASCENDER, BRASS, and Career Scholars will:

  • Get more information about career and transfer options.
  • Talk about high-demand, high-wage-earnings programs.
  • Learn about community service learning and study abroad.
  • Play games and have fun!

Feb 7, 2025 11am – 2pm HLC 2.1550

Registration has been closed.

Scholarship Session (Mandatory for ASCENDER students)

A Financial Aid representative will host an informational session to guide students through the process of completing the ACC General Scholarship application. Students will also gain insight into various scholarship opportunities and learn how to apply for multiple local and national scholarships.

During an Ascender ENGL 1302 class time (Dates/Times will be announced once we finalize the dates with the English professors.)

Course Professor Time Date
ENGL-1302-193 Jessica Listi 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm 1/23/2025
ENGL-1302-117 David Rice 9:00 am – 10:20 am 1/28/2025
ENGL-1302-197 Corey Greathouse 1:30 pm – 2:50 pm 2/03/2025
ENGL-1302-042 Carrza Dubose 11:30 am – 11:50 am 2/10/2025
ENGL-1302-194 Tina Buck 10:30 am – 11:50 am 2/03/2025
ENGL-1302-195 Tina Buck 1:30 pm – 2:50 pm 2/03/2025

Career Day (Mandatory for ASCENDER students and mentors)

A Career Services representative will provide valuable information to help you navigate the job application process and understand the hiring process. The session will also offer insights beneficial for transferring to a 4-year university. You will also practice your interview skills with a mock interview.

Registration Form and Location Details coming soon

Celebración (Mandatory for ASCENDER students, faculty, and staff)

All of the participants of the Ascender family will celebrate the culmination of the student’s first year of college. A Keynote Speaker will address parents and students with a motivational speech. Professors and Staff will be recognized during the ceremony, and students will receive the Ascender Graduation stole, during a festive environment.

Saturday, April 26, 2026 at the ACC Eastview Campus Multipurpose Room 8500

  • Check in 11am- 12 pm
  • Ceremony 12 pm – 2 pm
  • Music/Refreshments 2 pm – 3pm

RSVP and more details coming soon

CTN Motivational Conference at UT Austin (Optional for Ascender students)

Catch the Next’s Transfer Motivational Conference is designed to introduce community college students to university life experiences and to motivate them to transfer to a four-year university. This conference will enable students to gain insight from university representatives and guest speakers on topics such as the admissions processes, financial aid, university transfer resources, and more.

  • June TBD, 2024
  • The University of Texas at Austin

Registration Form coming soon

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