50 Years Later: A Riverbat Homecoming Fest
Saturday, September 23
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
ACC Highland | 6101 Highland Campus Drive - Map
ACC Homecoming is for Everyone
Calling all Riverbats!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 23. Austin Community College District invites you to a Riverbat Homecoming Fest!
This special open house celebrates the college’s 50th anniversary. Join us as we honor the past while you explore the college of the future.
Saturday, September 23
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
ACC Highland | 6101 Highland Campus Drive – Map
Building Brighter Futures for 50 Years
Riverbat Homecoming Fest Activities
OUR HISTORY
Explore 50 years of ACC memorabilia and discover the evolution of learning at ACC since 1973
STUDIO TOURS
Tour ACC’s state-of-the-art studios, simulation centers, labs, and more.
PROGRAMS & HANDS-ON DEMOS
Discover hundreds of degree and certificate programs with live, hands-on demos.
ACC STORY PROJECT
Listen to the stories of Riverbats from the past 50 years, and join a live taping to add your voice to the ACC Story Project.
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Watch live performances and join family-friendly shows, including Ready, Set, Learn! with ACC & Austin PBS.
LIVE FORUMS
Enjoy engaging panel discussions and talk with students, alumni, and our Founders.
ACC WORKSHOPS
Go 1-on-1 to learn about Financial Aid, Career Services, and more on your way to becoming a Riverbat.
OUR FUTURE
Explore our exciting future of education, discovering how innovation is paving the way for 50 more years of ACC.
Riverbat Homecoming Fest Schedule
Austin Community College District is going all out for the college’s 50th anniversary! Riverbats past, present, and future are invited to Highland Campus on Saturday, September 23 for college-wide activities, student and professor showcases, and a celebration of the best of ACC from the past 50 years. For a full list of events, activities, and fun, view ACC’s Homecoming Fest Schedule below.
Welcome & Check-In
START HERE! Welcome to ACC’s Riverbat Homecoming Fest. Check in to get maps, activity information, and more.
Check-in Locations:
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Bldg. 1000, West Entrance
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Bldg.1000, Welcome Center/East Entrance
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Bldg. 2000, Lower Paseo
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Bldg. 2000, Upper Paseo
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Bldg. 4000 Entrance, near Veterans Resource Center
Riverbat Homecoming Fest Activity Descriptions and Locations
Main Stage Performances – Lower Paseo
On stage near the ACC letters in the lower paseo, we’re kicking off with a 1973 dance party, followed by live, local talent all day. ACC’s Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month invites everyone to enjoy traditional dances, LatinX writers, and music by Jose Cafaro and Isabel Suarez!
Schedule:
- 10:15 a.m. – Welcome Remarks & ACC Chamber Singer sing ACC’s School Song
- 10:30 a.m. – Flashback! Hits of ’73 Dance Party
- Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations
- 11:45 a.m. – Luke Van Garza – Short Story Readings
- Noon – Roy Lozano Ballet Folklorico
- 12:15 p.m. – Amor por Panama Grupo Folklorico – Traditional Dances from Panama
- 12:30 p.m. – Tusuy Sonqo-Peru – Traditional Valicha Dance from Peru
- 12:45 p.m. – Ysella Fulton Slavin – Poetry Readings
- 12:50 p.m. – Dee Lalo Garcia – Author Reading
- 1:00 p.m. – Isabel Suarez
- 1:20 p.m. – The VYB Project
Recital Hall Performances – Bldg. 2000, Upper Recital Hall
Highland Campus is opening up our Recital Hall for Homecoming with Opera, Jazz & art from ACC’s faculty, staff, and students!
Schedule:
- 11:00 a.m. – ACC Jazz Ensemble – Open Rehearsal
- Noon – Opera Workshop – Open Rehearsal
- Noon – 2 p.m. – ACC Faculty and Staff Art Exhibit Reception
Program
93.3 Latino Radio Station
94.7 KAMX Radio Remote Broadcast
All the hits from Austin’s top pop music radio station. - Upper Paseo
ACC Admissions
ACC Enrollment Support
ACC Foundation
The ACC Foundation awards more than 1.5 million in scholarships to students every year. Learn more about our mission, members, and ways to give. - Bldg. 2000, near Mural
ACC Panel Discussions
Panel Schedule:
- 10:30 - 11am: Discussion Based Courses: Dive into Great Questions Lecture Series
- 11:30am - Noon: The Riverbat Experience: A Conversation with Students & Alumni
- 12:30 - 1pm: Student Affairs Advising Support: Collaboration, Connection, and Caring
- 1:30 - 2pm: Let’s talk about it: De-stigmatizing Mental Health Services
Bldg. 2000, Presentation Hall
ACCTV
Adult Education
Learn more about free classes for adults. Earn your GED, learn English, or prepare for college and careers in Central Texas. - Bldg. 2000, near the Make It Center
Advanced Manufacturing
African American Cultural Center
Agricultural Sciences
Allied Health Sciences
Alumni Network: Welcome Back Riverbats
Once a Riverbat, Always a Riverbat! Connect with alumni and record your ACC Story for our 50th Anniversary ACC Story Project. - Bldg. 2000, Mural
American Sign Language
Anthropology - Meet Your Ancestors!
Replica skulls of many ancient hominins (such as Lucy) will be set out for people to examine and sort into the correct order for a prize! - Bldg. 2000, Near Market
Arts & Digital Media
Architectural & Engineering CAD
Ascender
Check in at the Ascender Information Table at the Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Center. Learn more about Mentorship and student clubs with Ascender. - Bldg. 4000, TRHT Center
Astronomy
Audio Technology
Austin Bat Refuge
Enjoy fun and informative activities with Austin's Bat Refuge, while checking in at the Information Table. - Bldg. 2000, Lower Paseo
Austin PBS Education
Enjoy fun family activities with PBS and catch an interactive presentation for student parents and their children. - Bldg. 2000, Lower Paseo
Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Automotive Technology
Balloonpeople
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Bioscience Incubator
Tour ACC’s Bioscience Incubator Labs. - Bldg. 4000, Bioscience Incubator.
Building Construction Technology
Explore prop and pre-built displays, or participate in construction activities. - TBA
Business Department
Learn more about business programs, experienced faculty, and how we can help your big idea break out into Austin's thriving economy. - Bldg. 2000, near Banana Split
Capital IDEA
Stop by for information, handouts, and opportunities for career growth in Central Texas with Capital IDEA - Bldg. 2000, Near Batnado
Career and Transfer Services
Start Here. Get There. Learn about the #1 transfer program in Texas and ACC's career pathways with videos & tours for current/future students. - Bldg. 4000, Downstairs, Career and Transfer Center
Care Flight Helicopter
An emergency helicopter is landing at ACC Highland! Care Flight will land the helicopter on the Upper Paseo for guests to check out! - Upper Paseo, Outside
Center for Peace & Conflict Studies
Engage with the students, faculty, and staff excited to share more about ACC's Center for Peace and Conflict Studies. - Bldg. 2000, upstairs hallway to 4000
College and High School Relations
Chemistry
Learn more about the programs, technology, and unique career pathways offered by ACC. - Bldg. 1000, Upstairs Chemistry Labs
Child Care and Development
Children's Lab School at ACC
Communications
Learn more about the ACC programs and career pathways in Communications. - Bldg. 1000, Near Welcome Center
Computer Science and Information Technology
Continuing Education
Counseling
Learn more about counseling at ACC, and how student support services can help make the difference for your mental health in college. - Bldg. 1000, Upstairs, Near Welcome Center
Criminal Justice Department
Learn about law enforcement training & equipment displays - Bldg. 2000, in the Make It Center
Culinary
Dance
Education Instruction
Engineering
Engineering Technology
Enrollment Management
Join us for 1-on-1 support in applying and enrolling in ACC. Or just drop by to say hi! - Bldg. 1000, near Welcome Center
Event Staff Green Room
Thank you so much to all of our event staff and volunteers! Check in at the Event Staff Green Room for information, materials, and instruction. - LOCATION PENDING
Exercise Science
Spin the muscle wheel! Take part in interactive games from our Exercise Science department and learn the science behind everyday activity. - Bldg. 2000, near staircase
Facilities and Construction
Fashion Design
Fashion Marketing
Finance
Fire Training Academy
Explore ACC’s fully tourable fire truck display used by the Fire Training Academy. - Outside, Fire Truck Display
Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics
Geospatial Engineering
Dental Hygiene
Geographic Information Systems
Join us for Drone Demos and student map displays. - Bldg. 2000, GIS lab
Geography
Learn more about Geography programs with hands-on activities while going 1-on-1 to get to know the students, faculty, and staff at ACC. - Bldg. 2000, Near Market
Program
Health Sciences Division
Health & Kinesiology
HVAC
If summertime has taught us anything, it's the importance of A/C. Explore ACC programs and specialized equipment displays for the essential careers in Central Texas. - Bldg. 2000 near MIC
Honors Program
Hospitality
Hot Dog King of Austin
Human Services Program
Intramural Sports
Check out intramural sports at ACC with activities and fun for students and families! - Bldg. 2000, near entrance to 1000
Interdisciplinary Studies
Meet with faculty, pick up some swag, and get information on degree programs. - Bldg. 2000, Near Market
Jewelry
Kona Ice Truck
Latin American Cultural Center
Liberal Arts
Library Services
Come in for a coloring book or word search and check out library services at Highland and across ACC campuses. - Bldg. 1000, Library
Make It Center
Marketing
Math Department
STEM Careers Start Here. Learn more about how ACC provides college and career pathways for students interested in pursuing Mathematics. - Bldg. 2000, Upstairs, near CIS
Medical Lab Technology
Military Families Center
As the military community in Central Texas grows, Austin Community College is committed to meeting the needs of our service members and their families. The ACC Military Families Center is here to help spouses and their children adjust to life in Central Texas and connect with other military families. Drop by to learn more about our mission, our community, and ways to get involved. - Building 4000, Near Veterans Resource Center
Music Department
Music & Entertainment Live On Stage
On stage near the ACC letters in the lower paseo, we’re kicking off with a 1973 dance party, followed by live, local talent all day. ACC’s Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month invites everyone to enjoy traditional dances, LatinX writers, and music by Jose Cafaro and Isabel Suarez.
Schedule:
- 10:15 a.m. - Welcoming Remarks & ACC School Song Performance by the ACC Chamber Singers
- 10:30 a.m. - Flashback! Hits of '73 Dance Party
Flex Factory Music, Performances, & Films
The Flex Factory gives all Arts and Digital Media, and Live Sound students the opportunity to showcase their talents in real world performance settings. - Bldg. 2000, Flex Studio
Flex Factory Schedule:
- 10-11 a.m. - RTF student films
- 11-11:45 a.m. - Isabel Suarez
- 11:45-12:30 p.m. - RTF student films
- 12:30-1:30pm - Entropy - DJ Duo
Non-Profit Austin
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Opera Workshop Open Rehearsal
The classical art of Opera combines story, music, drama and movement through song. See how these virtuoso vocalists prepare for their roles. - Bldg. 2000, Recital Hall Rehearsal Time: Noon
Parking and Transportation
Get your questions answered by Parking and Transportation staff. - Upper Paseo
Parking at Highland Campus
Photography - 50th Anniversary Photo Booth
ACC’s Photography department is hosting a 50th Anniversary Photobooth! - Bldg. 2000, Downstairs, near Photography
*New at ACC!* Parent and Family Engagement Office
We know how important parents and families are to every college student's journey. Learn about ACC's NEW Parent & Family Engagement Office and all the resources/free workshops available to empower families and support student success. - HLC, Bldg. 1000 near Welcome Center
Professional Nursing
Professional Nursing - RN-to-BSN Program
Phi Theta Kappa
Ninety-two percent of Phi Theta Kappa members at ACC graduate, transfer, and continue on toward successful careers. Meet PTK leaders and get your questions answered! - Bldg. 2000, Upstairs hallway to 4000
Radiology
Radio, TV & Film
The visual arts are alive in Austin, Texas. Learn more about ACC's Radio, Television, and Film programs and our connection to local TV station, ACCTV. - Bldg. 2000, Flex Studio
R.B.'s Pup Club for Kids
Real Estate
Records and Information Management
Recital Hall
Highland Campus is opening up our Recital Hall for Homecoming! - Bldg. 2000, Upper Recital Hall
Red Bull
Safety & Environmental Management & Emergency Management
Trivia time! Join us for safety, environmental, and emergency management trivia. - Bldg. 2000
ACC School Song Performance
Catch an awesome rendition of ACC’s school song, sung by Chamber Singers. - Bldg. 2000, Recital Hall
Sonography
Student Advocacy Center & Student Care Center
Student Affairs
Student Government Association
Student Life
Student Personal Supports
Student Technology Services
Supplemental Instruction
Sustainability at ACC
Surgical Technology
TESLA
Learn about TESLA START Manufacturing at ACC, a training program with real-world experience in one of the area’s top industries. - Bldg. 2000, Near Impact Lab
TLED: Forging the Future Breakroom
Join us from 9:30am-2:30pm in the “Forging the Future” Break Room at the Highland Campus room to watch footage from our history and the impact that ACC has had over the last 50 years. Enjoy some refreshments while escaping the heat and learn about ACC history. Sponsored by the Teaching & Learning Excellence Division (TLED). - Bldg. 1000 Room: 2405
The Art Galleries at ACC (TAG)
The Art Galleries at ACC will have special open Saturday hours on September 23 for our fall exhibition, Narrated Memories: Works by ACC Alumni Laurie Frick, Heather Parrish, and Michael Villarreal. We are also hosting an informal reception for the ACC Faculty and Staff Art Exhibition in the TAG Art Lab 12pm - 2pm. - Art Galleries, Building 2000 & 4000
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Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Center
Make your voice heard with Open Mic activities and tours of the TRHT Center. We are also hosting the African American Cultural Center and Latin American Cultural Center for the festival. - Bldg. 2000, TRHT Center
UFCU
Visual Communication
Welcome & Check-In
Welding
Try Virtual Welding, Blacksmithing & Art Metals at ACC. - Bldg. 2000, Make It Center
Workforce Education - Apprenticeships
Check out Workforce Education's information table. - HLC, Bldg. 2000, near the Make It Center
Yalla Burgers & Wings
Spirit Week Schedule of Events
If you’re a Riverbat, join us for the entire week of 50th-anniversary celebrations. All 11 campuses will host their own activities throughout the week leading up to our Riverbat Homecoming Fest. There’s a special theme each day of the week. All Riverbats are invited to participate.
Scroll through a full week of on-campus activities and themed fun for students, faculty and staff!