Austin Community College first opened its doors in Central Texas on September 17, 1973. 50 years ago, ACC had one goal in mind: to provide affordable and accessible education for all. They are proud to have served our community every year since.

In honor of ACC's 50th Anniversary, they are asking the community to LIGHT UP PURPLE on Sunday, September 17. We hope you will join ACC and us in celebrating this momentous milestone.

Join us in celebrating ACC by wearing purple and lighting up your buildings purple if you are able.

In addition, the college invites you to a special, community-wide celebration called “50 Years Later: A Riverbat Homecoming Fest”

• Date: Saturday, September 23
• Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Location: ACC Highland Campus
• What: The Riverbat Homecoming Fest is open to everyone. It includes campus tours, simulations and demonstrations, performances & special shows, give-aways, panel discussions, and more from all areas of study and programs from across the district.
• More details: austincc.edu/homecoming