Benefits of being a riverbat

Finish Strong!

You’re in the home stretch! As the semester comes to a close, we want to help you finish strong. Check out these pro tips for acing your finals and making it through the semester, stress free.

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➪ Finals Week
Stop by your campus Student Life lounge to calm those nerves and de-stress before your finals! Check the schedule to see which events are happening on every campus.
➪ Find a Cozy Study Space.

Looking for a quiet place to study that has easy access to technology and support staff? Look no further. Here are your go-to study spots for finals:

➪ The Ultimate Study Buddies

If you need a little extra help understanding concepts, studying for midterms, or developing better study habits in general, take advantage of these professional study buddies:

  • Tutoring – Available online or at the Learning Lab on your campus.
  • Academic Coaching – Attend a workshop or book a 1:1 meeting with a coach.
➪ Plan Your Next Move

If your next step after this semester involves getting a job or internship, Career Services is here to help sharpen your resume and connect you to employers who are hiring ACC students.

If you’re looking to continue your journey at a 4-year institution, meet with our Transfer team to help you explore universities and plan for your upcoming transfer.

➪ Beat the Crowd
Start planning for next semester so that you can secure your schedule before classes fill up.

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Keep Going!

We are halfway through the fall semester! Now more than ever is a good time for you to recharge. ACC is here to help and support you as you gear up for midterms and tackle the second half of the semester. Explore the many benefits of being a Riverbat to help you stay on track.

➪ Find a Cozy Study Space
Looking for a quiet place to study that has easy access to technology and support staff? Look no further. Here are your go-to study spots for midterms:

➪ The Ultimate Study Buddies
If you need a little extra help understanding concepts, studying for midterms, or developing better study habits in general, take advantage of these professional study buddies:

  • Tutoring – Available online or at the Learning Lab on your campus.
  • Academic Coaching – Attend a workshop or book a 1:1 meeting with a coach.

➪ Mental Health Counseling
We know life gets tough. If you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious, we’ve got your back! ACC has FREE Mental Health Counseling available to support you.

➪ Life Outside the Classroom
You are more than just a student. Here is your hub for things like: housing, free groceries, child care, affordable health care, and more. Social Support | Austin Community College District

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Start Your Semester Strong!

As a student at ACC, you get more than just affordable tuition and convenient online classes. ACC has so many benefits that it can be hard to take advantage of them all! Here are all the benefits you should take advantage of at the start of the semester to get connected and stay informed.

 

➪ Conquer Your First Week
Check out this quick 5-minute video featuring a fellow Riverbat for tips on how to conquer your first week of school!

➪ Join the Fun
College is more fun with friends! Student life is the best place to find them. Claim your MySL account to find organizations, sports, and upcoming events.

Don’t forget to take part in the Welcome Week festivities happening in your Student Life lounge. There is no better way to find out what it means to be a Riverbat!

➪ Stay Informed
Don’t miss the latest updates on events, dates, and deadlines. Check your email weekly for the Riverbat Echo newsletter! This newsletter will be your go to guide on what is upcoming at the college.

➪ Ball on a Budget
Being financially successful in college isn’t about having a huge paycheck. It’s about how you manage the money you have! Learn how with Student Money Management.

➪ Brush Off the Dust
Whether you are a new student here or are returning from the semester break, check out the Academic Coaching workshop series: Study Smarter not Harder for tips on building healthy habits.

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