{"id":51345,"date":"2025-07-31T15:15:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T20:15:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/?p=51345"},"modified":"2025-08-07T14:44:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T19:44:13","slug":"acc-offers-more-resources-to-support-students-this-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/2025\/07\/31\/acc-offers-more-resources-to-support-students-this-fall\/","title":{"rendered":"ACC Offers More Resources to Support Students This Fall"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fall semester is just around the corner. Austin Community College District (ACC) is committed to helping students succeed with free, personalized support both inside and outside the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From food access to mental health care and transportation, here are some of the many ways ACC is working to make your college journey a little easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NEW &amp; Upgraded Food Pantries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re expanding and upgrading our food pantries. Starting this fall, you\u2019ll have access to a food pantry at every ACC campus across the district! The College offers several options for you to get access to healthy groceries, snacks, and personal care items\u2014no cost, no questions asked.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/food-assistance\/\">ACC Food Resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mental Health Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t have to carry everything on your own. ACC offers free, confidential counseling and wellness workshops to support your mental health throughout the semester. Getting help can improve your relationships, focus in school, and overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/\">ACC Mental Health Counseling<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Student Emergency Fund<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Life happens. If you face an unexpected expense that threatens your ability to stay in school, ACC may be able to provide one-time financial support to cover costs such as medical bills, car repairs, or housing issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/student-emergency-fund\/\">Student Emergency Fund<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Child Care Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know balancing school and family can be tough. ACC offers child care scholarships and support in finding a facility so you can attend class and focus on your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/personal-resources\/child-care-for-college-students\/\">Child Care Resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Housing Assistance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From navigating housing searches to accessing local shelter and rental support programs, we can help connect you with trusted community partners that can assist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/find-essential-resources\/housing\/\">Housing Support<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free Rides with the Green Pass<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting to class is easier\u2014and free\u2014with the Green Pass. Ride all CapMetro services, including bus, rail, and Pickup on-demand, at no cost with your ACC student ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/social-support\/find-essential-resources\/transportation-resources\/\">Transportation Help<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need help this semester, ACC has resources to support you. Reach out directly to a student advocate at <a href=\"mailto:sac-group@austincc.edu\">sac-group@austincc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The fall semester is just around the corner. Austin Community College District (ACC) is committed to helping students succeed with free, personalized support both inside and outside the classroom. 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