Accent News

01/03/2023

Our Newsroom is looking for:

▫️Social Media Assistants
▫️Graphic Designers
▫️Multimedia Producers
▫️Photographers
▫️Videographers
▫️Writers

Email your form to [email protected]

10/01/2021

Understanding how complicated and frustrating money management skills are, Austin Community College’s Student Money Management Office (SMMO) is here to help students take control of their money.

Money management skills are even more crucial for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university, as the financial burden is much heavier in most cases.

You can review the full story about money management by clicking the link. http://ow.ly/JZmM50GjPii

09/30/2021

Hello students,

ACC received emergency funding from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to support eligible students who have been financially impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). You may be eligible to receive some of these free funds for tuition and fees and/or educational expenses.

You can review the full story about student financial aid below.
http://sites.austincc.edu/accent/financial-aid-for-beginners/

09/25/2021

“Never be afraid to apply. Don’t be afraid of getting told ‘no’,” Jennifer Ebert says. “You won’t know unless you apply.” Three students, each a member of Austin Community College’s Alpha Gamma Pi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa are sharing how scholarships have contributed to their success as students.

You can review their full story about student scholarships by clicking the link: http://ow.ly/lpJz50GfD1C

09/24/2021

All 100 published copies of our latest Zine are out in the world now! Come and take one at the ACCENT kiosks at the Highland, Riverside, and Round Rock campuses.

09/19/2021

The Texas Tribune Festival begins on Monday, September 20, 2021 and ends Friday evening, September 24, 2021. Students have access to discounted tickets to attend the event.

Evan Smith, CEO of the Texas Tribune, virtually met with ACCENT editor-in-chief, Pete Ramirez, to discuss his organization's upcoming festival.

Read our article by clicking the link below:
http://sites.austincc.edu/accent/getting-festive-with-texas-tribune-ceo-evan-smith/

09/10/2021

In order to protect ourselves from COVID-19, much of our lives and work have been pushed into virtual settings. Austin Community College’s spring 2021 commencement was no different and was also forced to be held virtually.

ACCENT wanted to check-in with students graduating during this unusual time, so we reached out to a pair of recent ACC graduates, Emily Pesina and Ashley Silva. ACCENT editor-in-chief, Pete Ramirez, spoke to both graduates to understand what their graduation experience was like and what they had planned for the near future.

Check out our story and video below!

http://sites.austincc.edu/accent/graduating-virtually/

08/18/2021

To all new and returning members of ACCENT, don't forget! Our fall semester virtual orientations are this Thursday and Friday, August 19 and 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

If you're interested in joining us, send an email to [email protected] for more information.

See you tomorrow!

08/15/2021

Pete Ramirez is ACCENT's editor-in-chief. He manages our entire team which includes reporters, graphic designers and web-developers. Ramirez ensures that our content is meeting AP style standards and works with the ACCENT team to develop story ideas.

Do you want to gain experience working in a newsroom? Then come work with us!

Fill out the ACCENT application below and send it to [email protected].

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0AAZZuojfiXqhUk9PVA

08/13/2021

Kate Korepova holds an important position in ACCENT's executive team as our Art Director. Using Adobe InDesign, Korepova creates nearly all of the graphics that we use in our social media accounts and our website. She also leads our zine team which is responsible for bringing our stories to life in ACCENT's quarterly zine.

Do you have a passion for graphic design? Are you interested in learning how to use InDesign? If so, come work with us!

Fill out the ACCENT application below and send it to [email protected].

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0AAZZuojfiXqhUk9PVA

08/06/2021

Do you enjoy telling stories?

We do too.

We here at ACCENT want YOU to help us tell ✨cool✨ stories and meet great people along the way! 💯

Come join us! Click the link below to find an ACCENT application. Fill this out and send it to [email protected].

http://ow.ly/WNUM50FLzzV

08/04/2021

ACCENT is currently looking to expand our team for the fall semester! If you're enrolled at Austin Community College and are looking for real-world experience in roles like:
- Reporter
- Graphic designer
- Promotions director
-Account executive
-Web-developer
ACCENT is the place for you.

For answers to any questions you might have, send an email to [email protected].

Ready to add something special to your resume? Click the link below for our application form. Fill this out and send it to [email protected].

http://ow.ly/raAY50FJR8n

08/02/2021

Plastic Free July is a month-long campaign that aims to raise awareness about decreasing our society's use of plastics. And yes, it's now August but that doesn't mean we should stop thinking about our plastic consumption.

Take it from Holli Sampson, a sophomore geology major at ACC, who said, "Plastic Free July is great. It's a start, but we should all work together to become a plastic free society as much as we can.”

Read the entire story about Plastic Free July written by our editor-in-chief, Pete Ramirez, by clicking the link below.
http://sites.austincc.edu/accent/plastic-free-july/

Plastic Free July Jasmin Rostamnezhad, Austin Community College’s Sustainability Coordinator, is interviewed by ACCENT’s Editor-In-Chief, Pete Ramirez. By Pete Ramirez Take a look around you. How many items in your vicinity are made from plastic?  With a quick scan around my room, I can count a...

07/22/2021

The differences between receiving an education in the United States compared to other countries is highlighted in an upcoming Zine story featuring international students attending Austin Community College.
Keep your eyes peeled for this story in our Zine dropping in the fall!

07/19/2021

Weather in Central Texas always keeps us on our toes.

ACCENT reporter, Nick Brown, checks in on how Austin Community College's Sustainable Student Farm in Elgin, Texas is reacting to this year's challenging weather. Check out his photo essay below!

http://ow.ly/fbsc50FyUQ3

05/16/2021

"2021 is the worst year on record for LGBT+ equality..."

Let that sink in.

In this article, by ACCENT Reporter 🦇Kyrios LoNigro, the focus is serious on the hardships faced by the LGBT+ community, and Texas' own assault to this group.

We invite you to view this story open-mindedly, and listen to the discrimination faced by Riverbat Voices, ✨Mateo Marquez and ✨Ari Thomas, as well as ACC's steps towards awareness, with co-chair of ACC’s LGBT+ Equity Committee, ✨Matthew Campbell.

Check out the available resources, such as ACC’s LGBT+ Equity Committee, who aim is to provide education to the ACC Community, as well as multiple organizations that advocate against bigotry.

✨TREAT OTHERS HOW YOU WANT TO BE TREATED.✨

05/15/2021

🦇Riverbats, how do YOU stay active?

“There’s going to be those days where you are tired and want to blow it off, but you’ve got to push through.”

ACCENT Multimedia Reporter, Pete Ramirez, has recognized Riverbats ✨Brienz Edwards, ✨Jeshika Lamsal, as well as ACC's Intramurals Coordinator/Health & Kinesiology Professor, ✨Tracy Partin, on staying active during the pandemic.

"...there are simple yet effective things they can do to be active while staying within and nearby your home."
☝️Check out how Partin continues to inspire students to work on their fitness, as well as mental health!

05/14/2021

Repeat after me, "I have lecture, I should probably get tutoring." 👊🧠

Happy Friday Riverbats! How did this semester go?😀

As we transition to a well-deserved break, prepare your future study habits with this amazing resource provided by ACC's Learning Lab!

⚠️Thought you could've done things a bit differently in your semester? ACCENT reporter and podcast editor, Jaxon Williams, has the story on ACC's virtual service: the Study Group!👍

From its convenient online registration to the actual study group, check out how to begin enhancing your studying by using this resource from ACC! (LINK IN BIO!)
"...the Learning Lab has definitely managed to make something that could be difficult to navigate and plan out so streamlined and quick."🦇

05/12/2021

🤔Did you know...

that Austin Community College is working on establishing an Asian-American cultural center, to be installed in the spring semester of 2021? This is part of the college's stance to support against anti-Asian hate crimes!🙌

As always, visit our website's link (IN BIO) to view the new story highlighting 🦇Riverbat voices on the importance of multi-culturalism and diversity, as well as honoring a different culture other than your own.🌍

05/10/2021

Comment a "✌️️ " to support Asian Heritage Month!

On our latest article, by Renata Salazar, ACCENT spoke with Shun-Heng (Henry) Tsai, ACC's career counselor, as well as Riverbats Opal S. Framnes and Alex Hsu.

🦇We invite you to view their take on cultural diversity, as well as recognize the beautiful Asian Heritage Month that takes place in May.

05/06/2021

What's the best thing about the Career Services Department at ACC?🤔

😮Their help expands to current AND former students of ACC.😀

In this newest video story, career services director, Trish Welsh, offers amazing advice--from enhancing your LinkedIn Profile to the best advantage riverbats have--for beginning their career search!

ACCENT multimedia reporter, Pete Ramirez, has the scoop you NEED on getting started with your career-search, for graduating riverbats and for ALL ACC students!
(LINK IN BIO)

05/06/2021

Comment below a "👊" for Self Defense!

When you are in the middle of a dangerous situation, it can be difficult to figure out what action to take. ACCENT reporter Kimberly Dalbert spoke with ACC student Kevin Walter, who explains some applicable actions to defend yourself.

“ Self-defense is about defending yourself. It is not about getting into a fight. It is about getting home safely”, said Walter.
Visit our website at austincc.edu/accent to check it out!🔍

05/05/2021

🦇Check out Riverbats Katheryn Pharr, Iva Millsap, and Todd Snow, review on ACC's virtual events and resources!

As ACCENT Contributor Renata Salazar captures the voices of these Riverbats, we want to know what YOU think.
⭐What recent virtual events have you attended, and would you give it a thumbs up or thumbs down?👍👎

05/03/2021

😀Do you want to become an active community member?👍ACC provides several opportunities options for you to participate!

Check out the newest article "Volunteering", by ACCENT reporter Renata Salazar, and see why Sabryna Groves, ACC's service program coordinator, makes sure they have “...opportunities as visible and accessible to students."

🦇Riverbat Voice Olivia Cruz shared her Central Texas Food Bank volunteering experience with us, saying, “… I felt like I really had a place and all the people around me had the same intentions to help out."

Click the ⭐LINK IN BIO⭐ to learn about opportunity websites such as Riverbat Reach and give pulse!

“When you’re working with people within your community and you’re having conversations about social issues, and working together to make a change it’s a very fulfilling feeling,” says Groves.

04/28/2021

"I think it's very important not to always have two earbuds in cause you also not only need to be aware of your surroundings but listening to your surroundings as well."

Advice shared from former ACC student Carla Crisostomo. Do you have any tips on staying cautious? Share them below👇, and make sure to check out this new video story!

04/27/2021

Stop!🚫 Fight!👊 Fire!💥

Ever find yourself feeling uncomfortable while being alone outside?
Check out the latest video story, by reporter Kimberly Dalbert, on Self Defense and why learning some techniques can be useful for you.

What kind of precautions do you take for insecure areas? Let us know in the comments below.👇 Taking care of yourself is important. We all deserve to feel safe.
(LINK IN BIO)

04/23/2021

"The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it." -Robert Swan

It's amazing to learn that each ACC campus has its own Green Teams, which are "collaborative student and faculty groups working towards the goal of increasing sustainability on our ACC campuses."

Now here are some ways 🌍YOU🌍 can be involved:

Student leader Holli Sampson has organized a trash pickup for students on April 25. "Students can find a space in their local community that needs to be cleaned and will receive a voucher for a free slice of pizza from Toss Pizzeria🍕 for their efforts."

Check out this story for more resources!

04/22/2021

"Get involved, get educated, and make a difference." 🌍

ACC is Celebrating Earth week! This is a wonderful opportunity to start your personal sustainable journey into becoming more Eco-friendly!

With the plenty of virtual activities and informational sessions that you can join this week, check out how ACCENT reporter Azucena Enloe wrapped up some amazing opportunities, for Riverbats within the ACC Community, as well as outside their communities, for working towards a better, healthier Earth. 🌍

04/20/2021

Bringing this Gem✳️ back! Are you making these recycling mistakes?

In this earlier story, former ACCENT contributor Alexa Smith has gathered this list to make sure your recycling is the best it can be! Here are some tips from the story:

* Make sure grocery bags and plastic Amazon mailers, are not being recycled with Austin’s curbside pickup program. Instead, check out Austin’s “What Do I Do With?” page to find where to take these and other items.

*Rinse out your jars, bottles, milk jugs, etc. before tossing them into your recycling bin! The left over food residue can contaminate the entire batch of recycling and make it non-recyclable.

*FOIL! Recycle your Foil into a ball at least two inches wide, making sure no food residue is left over.

*Lastly, pizza boxes are unable to be recycled due to the amount of grease left on them. Unless if you've received a compost bin, keep those greasy pizza boxes out of the recycling bin!