The Austin Community College District will mark another big moment as it graduates more than 3,500 students at its 2022 fall commencement ceremony. ACC’s celebration honors those who have completed an associate degree, workforce certificate, or high school equivalency program.
“This graduation ceremony marks a changed life and new future for these Riverbats. It is a major milestone. Whether they choose to continue their education or enter a high-demand career, I am so excited for their next steps,” says ACC Chancellor Dr. Richard Rhodes. “I couldn’t be more proud of the ACC Riverbat family. It’s a team effort to see every part of the institution come together with student success at the forefront of their minds. We celebrate this accomplishment together.”
The fall ceremony recognizes graduates from the summer and fall semesters. The ceremony will include a tribute to graduating veterans, who are recognized with medallions in appreciation of their service.
“Because of ACC, I was able to create this new life for myself. I was a single mom, terrified of starting college. Not only was it the peak of COVID-19, but it was also the darkest point of my life,” says Adriana Calixto, ACC graduate. “One of my professors recommended I take ACC counseling, and I got the help I needed. As I get closer to graduating, I see how much I’ve grown. I will forever be so incredibly grateful for ACC. I could not have done this without the support of my professors.”
The commencement ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 8 at the HEB Center in Cedar Park.
