Austin Community College Events Feb. 24-March 1, 2020

AUSTIN, TX — Austin Community College (ACC) hosts a series of community events Feb. 24 through March 1. The events include:

• ACC provides extra support services to fight food insecurity: A recent study found 42 percent of ACC students experience food insecurity. With the rising cost of living, ACC is hosting multiple outlets to help students gain regular access to food.
  • Mobile Food Pantry: ACC partners with Central Texas Food Bank to distribute food including fruits, vegetables, cereal, and boxed and canned goods at no cost to students. The Mobile Distribution Center is open 9 a.m. to noon Friday, February 28, at ACC Riverside (1020 Grove Blvd.).
  • Food Pantry and Resources Program, launched in fall 2018, is available on all campuses, and provides education, aid, and referrals to resources regarding food insecurity as well as student health. ACC’s Office of Student Life received the Higher Education Community Impact Award from the Governor’s Office for its food pantry. For more information, visit austincc.edu/foodpantry.
  • SNAP Workshops: A series of workshops is planned districtwide for information on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The federal nutrition assistance program provides benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families via an electronic benefits transfer card. Visitors will get help applying and connecting to resources. The final two are planned from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cypress Creek Campus (1555 Cypress Creek Road, Cedar Park) on Tuesday, February 25, and at the Elgin Campus (1501 US-290, Elgin) on Wednesday, February 26.

• Black History Month | Community Extravaganza: ACC wraps its series of events in honor of Black History Month with a Community Extravaganza from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 27, at ACC Riverside Campus, Room 8100 (1020 Grove Blvd.). The event will feature networking opportunities, bingo games, and a spoken word performance by poet Archie the Messenger. Visitors also will take part in a panel discussion that explores how understanding Black history can shape future leaders. It is free and open to the public.

• Fairway 5K supports future Physical Therapist Assistants: There is still time to sign up for ACC’s annual Fairway 5K Cross Country Run Walk 7:30 a.m. Sunday, March 1, at the Riverside Golf Course (1020 Grove Blvd.). Students, employees, and the community may run, walk, or jog the timed 5K route. The race also includes a 15k cross-country duathlon option featuring a 6-mile bike course and a 3.1-mile run course. All proceeds support scholarships for students enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program. For more information and to register, visit austincc.edu/fairway5k.

• Develop life skills beyond the classroom with inaugural Adulting 101: Registration is open for ACC’s one-day showcase to learn skills needed to be successful inside and outside the classroom 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, at ACC Eastview Campus (3401 Webberville Rd.). Students, staff, and the community are invited to attend multiple sessions to learn about career and financial planning, dressing for success, healthy eating, and car maintenance. Attendees also will be provided free business attire, including brand-new suits, shirts, and shoes. For more information and to register, visit austincc.edu/adulting101.

For more information, visit austincc.edu.