BRASS Events Calendar

Kick off the semester with community, inspiration, and fun! This event brings together BRASS and Ascender students for an energizing afternoon designed to help them make the most of the first year!

Student Support Programs Orientation! (Mandatory for BRASS students)

During Orientation:

We will point out the many campus resources that are available to help if difficulties arise, program expectations and the first year experience. You will also receive:

• Free food
• Networking opportunities
• Welcome package
• Gift card raffles

Location: Rio Grande Campus, Building 3000, August 21st 12 pm – 2:00 PM (Check-in will start at 11:30 am) 

BRASS Family Night is a community centered event designed to bring students and their support systems together for an evening of connection, engagement, and celebration. The event provides students, families, mentors, faculty, and staff with an opportunity to build relationships, learn more about the BRASS learning community, and strengthen the support systems that contribute to student success at Austin Community College
 Event Location: ACC Round Rock

Thursday, November 19th, 2026 (11:30pm- 1:30pm)

Friendsgiving:

BRASS Friendsgiving is a gathering inspired by the welcoming spirit of Indigenous Native People and the joy of coming together as friends and family. The event creates a welcoming space for students, faculty, staff, mentors, and supporters to connect, share community, express gratitude, share traditional foods associated with the students in the program and celebrate the sense of belonging cultivated through the BRASS program

Location: TCHTC, Building 4000