{"id":52591,"date":"2026-08-19T15:08:14","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T20:08:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/?p=52591"},"modified":"2026-08-19T15:08:18","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T20:08:18","slug":"welcome-back-riverbats-resources-for-a-successful-start-to-fall-semester","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/2026\/08\/19\/welcome-back-riverbats-resources-for-a-successful-start-to-fall-semester\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome Back Riverbats! Resources for a Successful Start to Fall Semester"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fall 2026 semester begins Monday, August 24. Whether you are new to ACC or returning, a little preparation now can make your first week easier. Before classes begin, take a few minutes to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check your class schedule and make note of when and where each class meets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review your course information and syllabus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you can access your ACCmail and other online tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan how you\u2019ll get to campus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take the quick <a href=\"https:\/\/austincc.edu\/studentneeds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Student Basic Needs Questionnaire<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bookmark the<a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/\"> <strong>ACC Students page<\/strong><\/a> so you can quickly find resources for inside and outside the classroom throughout the semester.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Your Classes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your class schedule is available when you log in to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/myacc?_gl=1*qo7s32*_ga*MTY5ODEwNTg4Mi4xNjk0MDE2OTU1*_ga_WCRFYXY5XT*MTY5NzA1ODM1Ny41Ny4xLjE2OTcwNjA2MzcuNDMuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>MyACC<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can easily access MyACC from the\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/\"><strong>ACC Students page<\/strong><\/a>. Once on MyACC, select My Class Schedule. You\u2019ll see where and when your classes meet, along with other important details. Click on the step-by-step animated instructions below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most ACC classrooms use a simple numbering system. For example, Room 1314 means Building 1000, third floor, Room 14.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"980\" height=\"115\" src=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/Welcome-Riverbats_FY27_Find-My-Class-Graphic.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/Welcome-Riverbats_FY27_Find-My-Class-Graphic.jpg 980w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/Welcome-Riverbats_FY27_Find-My-Class-Graphic-300x35.jpg 300w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/Welcome-Riverbats_FY27_Find-My-Class-Graphic-768x90.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essential Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ACC has resources to support you along the way. All students should take our quick <a href=\"https:\/\/austincc.edu\/studentneeds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Student Basic Needs Questionnaire<\/strong><\/a> to help identify resources available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find information about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/essential-resources\/riverbat-bites-food-pantry\/\">Riverbat Bites<\/a> <\/strong>food pantry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/\"><strong>Mental health counseling<\/strong><\/a> and wellness support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/essential-resources\/child-care-for-college-students\/\"><strong>Childcare<\/strong> <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/essential-resources\/supporting-students-with-children\/\"><strong>resources for parenting students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short-term financial assistance through the <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/student-emergency-fund\/\"><strong>Student Emergency Fund<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/care-network-center\/\"><strong>The C.A.R.E. Network<\/strong><\/a> and other essential needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ACC offers support for a range of financial needs, including scholarships and financial aid, emergency assistance, child care scholarships, work-study opportunities, and financial coaching. You can also find ACC and community resources to help with unexpected expenses and other challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/financial-aid\/\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/financial-aid\/\"><strong>Explore Financial Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technology Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you need a laptop, software, Wi-Fi, or help with a technology issue, ACC has resources to help you stay connected. Students can access technology and equipment through ACCelerators and Learning Labs, free and discounted software, secure campus Wi-Fi, and support through the Student Help Desk and Student Technology Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/student-technology-access\/\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/technology-resources\/\"><strong>Explore Technology Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Around ACC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parking is free for ACC students. Eligible students can also <a href=\"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/energy-and-sustainability\/transportation\/green-pass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ride CapMetro for free<\/strong><\/a> with the ACC Green Pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re taking classes on campus, visit your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/campuses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>campus page<\/strong><\/a> for maps, building information, hours, and contact information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Connected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay up to date throughout the semester:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check your ACCmail regularly for messages from your instructor and the College, including the <a href=\"https:\/\/lp.constantcontactpages.com\/su\/FJuQocs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Riverbat Echo newsletter<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/about-acc\/acc-on-social-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ACC on social media<\/strong><\/a> for news, events, and opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The fall 2026 semester begins Monday, August 24. 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