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| ACC Board Voices Concerns of Shared Service Area with Texas Sen. Jackson, Rep. Weber
Regents Express Desire to Consider Partnership With San Jacinto Without Wasting Tax Dollars |
 The ACC Board of Regents voiced concerns and opposition of a shared service area with San Jacinto College District to Texas Senator Mike Jackson and Representative Randy Weber during a special meeting on March 27.
Sen. Jackson filed a bill (Senate Bill 1857) on March 11 requesting that the Pearland Independent School District be allowed service from San Jacinto College, as well as ACC. According to ACC Presidnet Dr. Rodney Allbright, service areas were created by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and added to the state's Education Code by the legislature in 1995 to prevent duplicated expenditures of local and state tax funds. There are currently no shared service areas in Texas.
Regents told Sen. Jackson and Rep. Weber of their desire to provide the best education opportunities for students and ability to do this through partnerships, even with San Jacinto College if it was beneficial for students. Board member Mike Pyburn said creating a shared service area "just doesn't make sense" since everything can be accomplished with interlocal agreements without wasting tax dollars. |
| Gulf Coast Industrial Job Expo Slated for April 23
Partners Host Event for People in Search of Employment |
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If you're looking for employment, or know someone who is, the Texas Gulf Coast Industrial Job Expo on April 23 will provide opportunities to meet with hiring managers and recruiters from numerous companies and gain advice on how to interview and conduct effective job searches.
The event, which will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Alvin, is being sponsored by ACC, City of Alvin, Alvin-Manvel Area Chamber of Commerce, Workforce Solutions, Amoco Federal Credit Union, Texas Gulf Coast Consortium of Community Colleges, Knights of Columbus and Joe's Bar-B-Q to help address the local rise in unemployement. The Knights of Columbus Hall is located at the corner of Highway 6 and County Road 146. For more information, call (281) 756-3531 or e-mail dstiles@alvincollege.edu.
Local companies in need of skilled employees are encouraged to participate in this free event to benefit our communities. Call (281) 756-3531 to find out how to register. |
| 'Be Treated Like a Star' at ACC Premiere
Open House to Feature ACC's Programs, Faculty and Amenities |
| Be treated like a star at the ACC Premiere open house on April 16 - where you can get a "close-up" view of all the great programs ACC has to offer. During the event, which will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Science/Health Science Building, enjoy several showcase presentations, meet with faculty, learn valuable information about the admission process and receiving financial aid assistance, and go a guided "back lot tour."
There will be lots of free food, fun and door prizes (while supplies last), including ACC scholarships. For more information, call (281) 756-3531. |
ACC Students, Alumni, Employees Help Make Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Great
Their Work Literally Touches Millions of People
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 The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) is the "world's largest livestock exhibition and world's richest regular-season rodeo" - and ACC students, alumni and employees play their part to help make it happen every year. This year, ACC's impact was literally seen by millions of people who attended the rodeo in person and watched it on various television venues.
This was the first year that the HLSR provided internship opportunities for ACC students exclusively to provide video footage throughout the show and produce a video series aimed at young people that was broadcasted throughout the rodeo grounds. Fourteen students participated in the video internship program and gained valuable experience. ACC students involved in radio broadcasting with KACC were involved in other aspects of the rodeo, as well.
As one of the professional cameramen working in Reliant Stadium during the rodeo, ACC alumnus and ACC Broadcast Communications instructor Jason Nichols took footage that was seen by millions. This was Jason's 10th year working for HLSR.
This is the seventh year that ACC Court Reporting graduate Kimberly Haley has been providing closed captioning services inside Reliant Stadium for the rodeo performances. Although she is an official courtroom court reporter in Victoria, Kimberly said she travels to Houston each year because she enjoys providing the services for the rodeo.
ACC EMT Department Chair Douglas Stevenson serves as a paramedic for the HLSR Safety Team each year and ACC Media Technician Kyle Marasckin has volunteered for the rodeo for 15 years on the Horspitality Team.
(Above photo: ACC students Katie Briza, left, Joel Moreland, back left to right, and Elias Thompson listen to editing advice from HLSR Video Coordinator Mark Kennedy on March 17.) |
| ACC Inducts Nearly 20 New PTK Members
Ceremony Held March 27 |
 The ACC Phi Theta Kappa Mu Upsilon Chapter inducted nearly 20 new members during its spring ceremony on March 27. Since its inception at ACC in 1963, over 3,600 students have been inducted into the chapter. PTK is the international honor society of two-year colleges. Members follow four hallmarks, including scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship. To be eligible for PTK, students must have completed at least 12 college credit hours at ACC and maintained a grade point average of at least 3.5. |
| PTK Mu Upsilon Chapter Honored at Regional Convention in Waco
Chapter Receives 5-Star Award for 12th Consecutive Year |
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The ACC PTK Mu Upsilon Chapter was honored with several awards at the Texas Phi Theta Kappa Regional Convention in Waco March 5-7. In addition to receiving the 2009 Icarus Award for its organ donor campaign, Mu Upsilon received the 2009 Chapter of Service Award for the second consecutive year and the 5-Star Chapter Award for the 12th consecutive year. ACC PTK advisor David Goza, who is director of the ACC IT Department, received the Horizon Award for outstanding advising and ACC PTK member Christine Garcia was inducted into the Texas PTK Hall of Honors for all the work she has done for the organization over the years. |
| Legislators Discuss Allowing Concealed Handguns on College Campuses
House Bill 1893 and Senate Bill 1164 Filed for Vote |
If House Bill 1893 and Senate Bill 1164 pass by legislators in Austin, people will be able to carry concealed handguns onto college campuses if authorized by law (possession of a current Concealed Handgun License). Contact your state representative and senator (using only personal time and resources) to express your views. You can find your representative and senator by visiting http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/. |
| Two Free Concerts Offered at Pearland Center
Jazz Concert, Choir Concert to be Held in April |
| ACC will host two free concerts in April at the ACC Pearland Center, 2319 N. Grand. The first will feature the ACC Jazz Combo and the ACC Community Jazz Ensemble presenting their Spring Jazz Concert on April 21 at 7 p.m. The second will feature the ACC Concert Choir and Chamber Singers on April 28 at 7:30 p.m.
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| Annual Writers' Workshop Designed to Help Enhance Creative Writing Skills
Guest Speakers Ron Rozelle, Barbara Youngblood Carr Featured |
| ACC will host its annual Writers' Workshop on April 25, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in Building G, Room G-171. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The event, which features guest speakers such as novelist Ron Rozelle and poet Barbara Youngblood Carr, is designed to enhance and develop creative writing skills.
The workshop is free to adults over 60 and ACC students, faculty and staff. The fee is $10 for non-students and $5 for public school students with current identification. Bring a sack lunch. For more information, call (281) 756-3713. |
| The Turnaround Management Company Partners with ACC to Expand Project Controls Training
Courses to be Offered in Planning, Scheduling, Cost Engineering |
| The Turnaround Management Company (TTMC) recently entered a partnership with ACC to expand project controls training to individuals and industry. TTMC is a "project controls knowledge shop" specializing in training and staffing for the planning, scheduling and cost engineering needs of refining and petrochemcial companies across the U. S. It has assisted major corporations develop and deliver project controls programs to become more productive, streamlined and cost effective in their projects. It is currently working with a global energy company to deliver training in the U. S., Europe and Asia. |
| Student Art Show to be Held at Java Jo's
Coffee House will Feature Work of ACC Spring Students |
 The artwork of ACC students will be on exhibit at Java Jo's in Alvin, April 27 through May 7. The student exhibit will feature the art produced during the spring semester that includes drawings, sculptures, paintings, ceramics, printmaking, photography, digital arts, and jewelry making.
An artists' reception, which is open to the public, will be held on April 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Java Jo's, located at 206 W. House Street, is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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| Chamber Accepting Scholarship Applications
Second-year Students Eligible for $500 Scholarship |
| The Alvin-Manvel Area Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting applications for a $500 scholarship for a second-year ACC student. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in business or related field, have at least a 3.0 grade point average, be a full-time student, reside in the Alvin-Manvel area including Amsterdam, Iowa Colony, Liverpool and Rosharon, be actively involved in the community and/or campus and attach a letter of reference from a local business owner, employer or community leader.
Applications are available on the Chamber website at www.alvinmanvelchamber.org or at the Chamber office located in the Alvin Depot at 121 E. Willis. Deadline for submission is April 15. |
| Regents Approve Annual Insurance Coverage
More Presentations Made to Board for Reaffirmation of Accreditation |
| ACC regents unanimously approved annual insurance coverage with Victory Insurance Agency during a regular meeting on March 12. Following a presentation by Victory representative David L. Hartsook, CPCU, regents selected to change coverage in order to eliminate previous coverage written through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
In other matters, ACC Dean of Instruction and Provost Dr. John Bethscheider, ACC Reading Department Chair and Learning Lab Director Dr. Lynda Vern and ACC Criminal Justice Department Chair Maurice Cook made presentations to the board in preparation for the upcoming Southern Association of Colleges and Schools reaffirmation of accreditation.
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| Dolphins Teams Aiming for the Top
Support ACC Baseball, Softball at Home Games in April |
 The Dolphins are having another great season this year! The ACC Baseball Team is currently one game behind first place with a record of 12-5 in conference and 20-10 overall. The ACC Softball Team is approximately tied in third place with a record of 9-7 in conference and 25-15 overall.
April is the last month of the season before tournaments start in May. Enjoy great local sports and show your support by coming out to watch our home games! The next home game for baseball is April 8 against Blinn College at 2 p.m. The next home game for softball is April 4 against Northeast Texas Community College at 1 and 3 p.m. |
| MFA Instructor Gives ACC Students Demo
Jewelry Making Students Learn About Enameling |
 Glassell School of Art Enameling Instructor Jan Harrell provided a demonstration to students enrolled in the art metals (jewelry making) class at ACC on March 11. Jan, who has a master's degree in sculpture from the University of Houston, discussed various techniques used to create impressive enamel color and designs. The Glassell School of Art is a division of the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, which offers many classes in jewelry making, drawing, painting, photography and art history.
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| Students Attend Leadership Development Conference
Participants Learn About Leadership Personalities |
 ACC students learned how to identify and implement various leadership styles and personalities during the 2nd Annual Leadership Development Conference at ACC on March 7. The event was sponsored by ACC Student Activities to give ACC students an opportunity to gain valuable leadership experience and knowledge.
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| Champion Technologies Donates Equipment to ACC Process Tech Program
Equipment to Help Students Gain More Hands-on Experience |
| Champion Technologies recently donated an estimated $25,000 worth of used equipment to the ACC Process Technology Department for use in classroom training. According to ACC Process Technology Department Chair Mark Demark, the equipment will be very useful to the program by giving students an opportunity to gain more hands-on experience. The equipment, which will need refurbishing, includes: fire monitor, level site glass, ball valve with pneumatic actuator, various instruments, pump and motor and electrical boxes. |
| ACC Hosts One-day Crisis Negotiation Training for Law Enforcement Officers
Course Offered by Texas Association of Hostage Negotiators |
| The Alvin Community College Criminal Justice Department will host a Texas Association of Hostage Negotiators (TAHN) course in Crisis Negotiation on April 23. The 8-hour program is open only to law enforcement personnel and is free for TAHN members and $40 for non-members. For more information or to register, call (281) 756-3781 or e-mail npatterson@alvincollege.edu. | |
| Calendar of Events |
April 2 - Alvin Community Band Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m., Fairview JH
April 10 to 13 - ACC Closed
April 14 - Registration Begins for Mini and Summer Semesters
April 16 - ACC Premiere Open House, 4 to 8 p.m., Building S
April 21 - ACC Jazz Concert, 7 p.m., Pearland Center
April 23 - ACC Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Nolan Ryan Center
April 23 - Gulf Coast Industrial Job Expo, 1 to 5 p.m., KC Hall in Alvin
April 25 - Writers' Workshop, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., G-171
April 27 to May 7 - Student Art Show, Various Times, Java Jo's in Alvin
April 28 - ACC Concert Choir, 7:30 p.m., Pearland Center
May 13 to 14 - Children's Theatre Festival Auditions, 6:30 p.m.
May 25 - ACC Closed for Memorial Day | |
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| Welcome to ACC
from the President
Dr. Rodney Allbright |
| It is our mission to serve the community by providing excellent educational opportunities for people of all ages, events and activities for the whole family, venues for other public and private events and a way to foster economic prosperity. |
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