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This year's graduating class grew 12% since last fall! The Riverbat family continues to grow, and we are so excited to celebrate over 4,440 graduates at our Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony. Find more details about commencement at the link below.

Student Affairs Staff Updates

New Beginnings

We’re excited to welcome and celebrate the newest members of our Student Affairs team and those who have recently changed positions! 

Join us in spotlighting our Student Affairs colleagues and congratulate them the next time you see them on campus.

Professional Development

Upcoming Professional Development Opportunity

Strong Enough to Bend: The Art of Emotional Agility

Through reflective exercises and discussion led by Training Fellows Martha Dorow & Andrew Silver, participants will explore how self-awareness and strategic recovery enhance well-being, improve collaboration, and foster a healthy culture across our college. The result? A shatterproof community, strong enough to bend and even to thrive in times of stress and uncertainty.

This workshop will be offered at the following three times & locations:

• Mon. Dec. 15 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the South Austin Campus (1130)
• Wed. Dec. 17 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Highland Campus (2.1409)
• Thurs. Dec. 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Cypress Campus (1.1126)

Click this link to register in Workday for the training date of your choice. Please note that seats are limited. 

Join the Theory of Change Network

There is still time to join the Theory of Change Network! Enrollment is on a rolling basis each semester, and the deadline for Spring is January 19, 2026. The Network meets monthly for updates on all things leadership and Theory of Change. There are three steps required to join, but they take some time, so take a minute to review and then plan accordingly. 

Updates from Academic Affairs

Dr. Gaye Lynn Scott shares updates on Academic Affairs’ efforts to become “future ready,” including ongoing work to strengthen leadership structures and improve key processes. She emphasizes the importance of increased collaboration and communication across divisions to better support our students and teams. This message offers insight into how Academic and Student Affairs will continue working closely together moving forward.

In Case You Missed It

• Spring 2026 Welcome Riverbat Days: The spring 2026 Welcome Riverbats days are Tuesday, January 20, and Wednesday, January 21. During these two days, employee volunteers will be stationed across campuses — at entrances, hallways, outdoor spaces, and high-traffic areas — ready to answer questions, share resources, and hand out Riverbat swag. Click here to sign up for Spring 2026 Welcome Riverbats Days.
• Theory of Change Network: Following a successful first year, the former Theory of Change Institute (ToCI) is officially transitioning into the Theory of Change Network (ToCN) — a broader, more collaborative space designed to deepen engagement across the College and strengthen our shared vision for student success. Click here to learn more about what happened in year one, and what’s ahead for the program in year two.
• Spring Development Day: The Teaching and Learning Excellence Division’s (TLED) Office of Faculty Development invites all ACC faculty and staff to register for Spring Development Day (SDD) 2026, taking place Friday, January 16, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. All workshops will be held synchronously online via Zoom. Learn more about SDD and register here.
• Campus Improvements Underway: To enhance accessibility, modernize facilities, and prepare for new programs, Campus Planning, Construction & Sustainability is working on several important capital improvement projects across the district this fall. These projects focus on upgrading key entry points to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards, improving site operations, and improving classrooms to expand programs. Click here for an overview of what’s happening across the district.

Student Affairs Employment Opportunities

Full-Time

Part-Time

• ACC GROW Associate I (Hourly) | Closing Date: 4/29/2026

Interested in something else? We encourage all Student Affairs employees to check the Workday internal job site for additional updates regularly and to explore openings that align with your skills, interests, and aspirations.

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