Thirty-four Amarillo College students selected for inclusion in Who’s Who

Some exceptional Amarillo College students, 34 in all, have been selected for inclusion in the 2017 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges .

Southern Light Gallery to feature the manipulated photo imagery of Dick Lane

The highly manipulated photographic imagery of Dick Lane will be featured in an exhibit titled “The Iterated Landscape,” which will be on display from Feb. 13 to March 23 in the Southern Light Gallery at Amarillo College.

AC Finishers just getting started as a fresh semester unfolds – newcomers welcome

The Amarillo College Finishers assembled Jan. 27 to launch a new semester of students encouraging students to achieve their academic goals, and veterans of the support group welcomed newcomers with refreshments and good cheer.

Adrian Ray hopes Amarillo College will serve as a springboard to medical school

Meet Adrian Ray, a student of biology at Amarillo College who hopes one day to pursue a career in medicine – oh – and a football fan who would not be opposed to seeing the Patriots dissected in the Super Bowl.

AC captures prestigious Bellwether Award for commitment to addressing poverty

Amarillo College’s commitment to addressing poverty was hailed nationally on Jan. 31, when AC was presented with a prestigious Bellwether Award at the 2017 National Policy Summit and Futures Assembly in Orlando, Fla.

AC Transfer Fair offers students valuable opportunity to compare universities

Amarillo College students who plan to transfer their credits and continue on their path to earn four-year degrees can interact with representatives from several universities on Feb. 7 when AC hosts its Spring Transfer Fair.

Grand opening of AC’s new gallery to feature student artwork, all-music-faculty recital

The School of Creative Arts at Amarillo College will showcase both student creativity and the vast expertise of its music faculty during the commemoration of a new gallery space on the Washington Street Campus.

AC Regents approve plan to proceed with design & construction of labs, greenhouse

Amarillo College received approval from its Board of Regents on Jan. 24 to proceed with design and construction of a greenhouse facility that is certain to prepare students for the latest in cutting-edge scientific exploration, research and attainment.

AC’s English as a Second Language classes remove barriers to success

Ram Zam is a 19-year-old who did not speak English when her family moved earlier this decade from Thailand to Texas. Amarillo College is committed to removing barriers to success and that includes language barriers, for students like Ram Zam.

Phi Theta Kappa spearheads LGBTQ Global Awareness Fair at Amarillo College

Supportive organizations turned out Jan. 19 at Amarillo College to participate in the LGBTQ Global Awareness Fair, an event coordinated by AC’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), the international honor society.

Deadline is Feb. 17th to file for seats on the Amarillo College Board of Regents

The deadline for candidates to file for six-year terms on the Amarillo College Board of Regents is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17.

Creative Mind Humanities Lecture Series takes in-depth look at World War I

Amarillo College will commemorate the centennial anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I with a series of lectures focusing on the global conflict that claimed millions of lives.

Photo exhibit at AC's Southern Light Gallery asks the question: "Did You See That?"

Regional roadside architecture, sculpture and signage are the essence of a photography exhibit titled “Did You See That?” on display from Jan. 9 to Jan. 31 in the Southern Light Gallery at Amarillo College.

AC volunteers impacts community not just at holidays, but year-round

With little fanfare but heaps of heart, one unassuming band of volunteers repeatedly emerges from the Amarillo College workforce to put food on strangers' tables and gifts under their trees.

Amarillo College students capture 10 media awards at statewide competition

The Texas Community College Journalism Association has announced that Amarillo College mass media students won 10 awards in this year’s competition.

AC scholars preparing for a rare community college experience: a trip to Japan

Dark glasses might be an appropriate holiday gift for 13 Amarillo College students whose winter recess will be greatly brightened by an eye-opening jaunt through the Land of the Rising Sun.

AC emerges from an applicant pool of 3,000 to be named a finalist for the prestigious Bellwether Awa

Amarillo College’s commitment to addressing poverty has been recognized by the Community College Futures Assembly, which has named AC a finalist for a prestigious Bellwether Award.

Pinning ceremonies an emotional capstone for AC’s hard-working nursing students

Amarillo College nursing students face a challenging curriculum, difficult tests, an arduous clinical component that often starts before sunrise and, finally, a rigorous national licensure exam.

Amarillo College faculty pianist to perform Dec. 14 in London’s famed Royal Albert Hall

Performing in London’s renowned Royal Albert Hall might be nerve-racking for even the most veteran of concert pianists, but Dr. Diego Caetano, assistant professor of music at Amarillo College, is not the nervous type.

Register today for your choice of spring classes that begin Jan. 17 at Amarillo College

It is time to register for spring classes at Amarillo College. Both new and returning students can call (806) 371-5000, or visit actx.edu/enroll to get the straightforward process under way today.
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