Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join us for this virtual symposium hosted by Embedded Learning Support Services! You’ll learn about the many support services available to you across ACC — perfect for new and returning students alike.
All further information will be posted closer to the event date. In the meantime, feel free to explore video recordings from our previous events to see what to expect.
2024 Fall Student Symposium Hosted by Embedded Learning Support Services – Event Recordings
Session 1
Mentoring in the Ascender Program
Presenter(s): Diana Gorostieta
Description: Audience will learn about Ascender and the benefits for both mentor and mentee participating in the program. They will learn the importance of mentoring students in any field.
- Presenter(s): Renee Esparza
- Description: Join ACC’s Transfer Services team to learn more about the services and resources that ACC offers to help you prepare for a successful future transfer.
Captions & Sign Language Interpreters in Class
- Presenter(s): Josh Martin
- Description: Do you need captions? Do you need interpreters? Do you want to know more about these services? This session is for you!
Session 2
Library Hacks and Habits for Success
- Presenter(s): Dave Wilson, Molly Dahlstrom Ledbetter, Jeremy Donald
- Description: Our library survival tips will help you make the most of your first semester! Learn how to get 24/7 help and access a world of books, videos, and online collections. We’ll also cover our campus libraries, from study spaces and technology checkouts to friendly help from our librarians.
Mental Health Matters: ACCess Support
- Presenter(s): Rebeka Villarreal
- Description: Discover the free, affirming mental health services at ACC! Many students are unaware of these resources or have never discussed their mental health. This presentation will introduce ACC’s mental health services and tackle common concerns, helping you feel supported and understood.
Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Callus Center
- Presenter(s): Dr. Khayree O. Williams
- Description: An overview of the resources available from the TRHT Center.
Session 3
A Guide to Student Accessibility Services (SAS)
- Presenter(s): Eloisa Carrillo
- Description: Overview of the support and services available to students with disabilities through the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) office. We will review the application process, documentation requirements, the interactive process, differences between high school and college accommodations, and the importance of self-advocacy.
- Presenter(s): Terry Morris
- Description: Learn about the basics of financial aid, including types of financial, how to apply, and what to expect from the process.
- Presenter(s): BethAnn Warwick
- Description: Are you a military veteran or a dependent/Spouse of someone who served? Wondering if you have benefits, how to apply for them, and how to use them to their capacity? Attend this workshop and learn what services the ACC Veterans Resource Center offers!
Session 4
- Presenter(s): Sheresa Edgington
- Description: Join us for Advising 101 to learn the basics of our advising process. We’ll show you how we help students succeed, especially those who might need extra support. This session will give you a clear idea of how we can assist you with your academic journey.
- Presenter(s): Molly Dodson and Angelica Acosta
- Description: Come learn about Austin Community College Advising procedures through our Title V program and how we focus on increasing persistence in low-income, first-time Latinx students in higher-risk courses.
Session 5
- Presenter(s): Seth McLagan, Catherine Wadbrook, Madison Mallett, Jordan Easley
- Description: Welcome to the next level of learning. Explore the embedded services ACC has to offer and find out how you can access these services.