{"id":48839,"date":"2024-08-22T19:49:53","date_gmt":"2024-08-22T19:49:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/?p=48839"},"modified":"2024-09-10T13:26:38","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T13:26:38","slug":"welcome-riverbats-get-ready-for-the-fall-2024-semester","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/2024\/08\/22\/welcome-riverbats-get-ready-for-the-fall-2024-semester\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome, Riverbats! Get Ready for the Fall 2024 Semester"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The start of the fall semester is almost here and the College wants to see you succeed! ACC is here to make sure you have everything you need to start the semester strong. Here are some tips and guides to help you prepare for your first day on campus.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Finding Your Class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Figuring out where your classes are can be tricky. To get started \u2014 check your <a href=\"https:\/\/www6.austincc.edu\/schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>course schedule<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>or class syllabus. It should tell you <strong>when<\/strong> your class meets and <strong>where <\/strong>you need to go. It looks something like this:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"156\" src=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-21-at-5.45.07\u202fPM-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-21-at-5.45.07\u202fPM-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-21-at-5.45.07\u202fPM-1-300x47.png 300w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2024\/08\/Screenshot-2024-08-21-at-5.45.07\u202fPM-1-768x120.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most campuses have an easy-to-remember numbering style. The first number tells you what building to go to, and the second number tells you what floor the room is on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00a0Example: <strong>Room 1142<\/strong>: Building 1000 at Cypress Creek Campus; 1st Floor; Room 1142<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Getting to Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parking at ACC is FREE for students. You just need to get a permit. You can apply for one online, and they\u2019re digital, so you don\u2019t have to worry about going somewhere to pick it up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/accparking.t2hosted.com\/Account\/Portal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ACC parking permit<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>website to get yours before the first day of class<strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to drive \u2014 we got you! ACC works with CapMetro to offer FREE, unlimited rides on CapMetro all semester. Eligible ACC students can sign up for the CapMetro Green Pass to take advantage. With your Green Pass, you can ride CapMetro Fixed Route Service, Express Bus Service, MetroAccess, MetroRail services, and their new on-demand transit service, Pickup. <a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/energy-and-sustainability\/transportation\/green-pass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to sign up<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Getting to Know Your Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It helps to get familiar with our campuses before the first day. Visit the ACC <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/campuses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>campus web pages<\/strong><\/a>. The College is working on a wayfinding app to make finding your way around campus easier and will pilot it this fall. There are now standing kiosks at entryways and welcome desks at every campus that you can also access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Put Your Safety First&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re here, we want you to feel safe and welcome. Before classes start, take a look at ACC\u2019s standard safety protocols. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/emergency-management\/rave-alerts-emergency-instructions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>FIVE simple actions<\/strong><\/a> you can get familiar with so that you know what to do if there\u2019s ever an emergency on campus. <a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/emergency-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to learn more<\/strong><\/a>. Plus, take a couple of minutes to <a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/emergency-management\/acc-emergency-alert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>sign up for ACC\u2019s Emergency Alert Notification System<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Emergency Alert will send you safety and security-related notifications via email and text. This is how we let you know about things happening on campus that could impact your class schedule \u2014 such as campus closures, impending weather, and safety alerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><\/strong><strong>Find Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know going to college is only PART of your life. You\u2019re probably juggling family and work, too. Don\u2019t forget, we can help. There are tons of free resources and support services available for you at ACC \u2014 from <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/find-essential-resources\/family-assistance-resources\/\"><strong>child care support<\/strong><\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/food-assistance\/\"><strong>food pantries<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/\"><strong>mental health counseling<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/tutoring\/\"><strong>tutoring<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/career-services\/\"><strong>career services<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/students\/student-emergency-fund\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>emergency financial aid<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/sts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>tech support<\/strong><\/a>, and more.&nbsp; We are here to help you succeed. Get to know all the ways <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/student-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ACC is here to support you<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><\/strong><strong>Get Involved<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>College should be fun and rewarding. We encourage you to get involved and find a community of Riverbats you can connect with. ACC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/sl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Student Life Office<\/strong><\/a> is filled with opportunities. Explore our intramural sports teams and look at the organizations and activities we offer. Getting involved can help you make the most of your college journey.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><\/strong><strong>Stay Connected<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping track of everything happening at ACC this semester is just a click away.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We created a special news site for students. It\u2019s called the <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/\"><strong>Student InfoHub<\/strong><\/a>. Bookmark the site and visit often to see what\u2019s happening at the college and discover ways to get involved.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/lp.constantcontactpages.com\/su\/FJuQocs?__cf_chl_tk=YedOiesMu9cPsXZmUHQW3JrlGA1pjVjQVdPaa6loRX0-1724088431-0.0.1.1-5417\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Riverbat Echo<\/strong><\/a>. This weekly newsletter goes out every Sunday and is filled with tips and info to help you stay on track.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All new this fall, <a href=\"https:\/\/acctv.austincc.edu\/watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>download the ACCTV app<\/strong><\/a> on Apple TV, Roku, Google Play, or Fire TV. You can watch special ACC programming that covers everything from news and documentaries to entertainment and educational programs.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn more about any of these tips, watch the video below! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Welcome Riverbats!: Tips To Know Before School Starts\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X4PV-mYkH4Y?start=1&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The start of the fall semester is almost here and the College wants to see you succeed! 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