Single mom chosen to speak at AC Commencement will share story of perseverance

On the same day that America Adame learned she was pregnant for a second time, her children’s father was sentenced to 45 years in prison.

Pair of AC student veterans uplifted by timely monetary gifts from VFW Post 1475

The holiday outlook visibly brightened for two Amarillo College student veterans and their families thanks to the unanticipated generosity of Unit 6 of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1475.

AC student shines on diesel certification exam and claims $250 worth of new tools

Chauncey Sieber, a diesel technology major at Amarillo College, was not thinking about winning a prize when he sat for a challenging diesel certification exam, but he won a rather nice one just the same – new tools valued at $250.

Selfless AC Students help lay groundwork for young adults who age out of foster care

A dozen selfless Amarillo College students with a shared sense of compassion are hard at work this school year on behalf of some foster kids they’ve never even met.

Emergency Management Team at AC takes proactive approach to preparedness and safety

The Emergency Management Team is comprised of people in positions of leadership at AC campuses who have been charged with formulating strategies to maximize AC’s emergency preparedness and overall safety.

Texas Workforce Commission honors AC as a recipient of Performance Quality Improvement Award

An Amarillo College program designed to propel underprepared students to academic success and into the workforce is being recognized for its exceptional work by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).

AC Counseling Center provides free support to students during high-stress periods

Removing roadblocks to student success is among the highest priorities at Amarillo College, which is why the Counseling Center was established this fall on the Washington Street Campus – to address students’ emotional well-being.

Freshman’s Unwavering Enthusiasm for Amarillo College is Evident at First Semester’s Midpoint

We first met Yulissa Sandoval in August as she eagerly anticipated her first semester at Amarillo College.

Four AC Machining Students Achieve National Credentials for Precision Metal Working

The Machining Technology Program at Amarillo College is pleased to announce that four machining students have earned nationally recognized capstone credentials from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS).

AC’s Nursing Program Ranked 7th in State for ADN Programs and Students Surpass National Average on

The Texas Board of Nursing released annual data that confirms Amarillo College as having one of the state’s most successful programs for producing registered nurses (RNs).

Bruckner’s Donation Enhances Diesel Training for AC Students

A major gift from Bruckner’s Truck Sales – a 2016 Mack MP7 engine valued at $35,000 – has given students studying diesel technology at Amarillo College a superior piece of machinery on which to hone their skills.

Student Success on the Rise thanks to AC’s 8-week Class Model

Substantial gains in student success are being realized thanks to the 8-week course model implemented within the past year at Amarillo College.

Gift Inspires New Name for AC’s Diesel Technology Program

The Amarillo College program dedicated to producing professional diesel mechanics will heighten its curriculum and adopt the name of the benefactor whose transformative gift will do the heavy lifting.

College Plans Substantial Nov. 10th Observance of Veterans Day

Veterans of Amarillo College will be joined by the AC Community, the AC Concert Choir and the Caprock High School ROTC Color Guard for a full-fledged salute to Veterans Day.

Stress-Management Support Group is Open to All AC Students

Sharing successful strategies for dealing with stress is the purpose of a stress-management group open solely to students this semester at Amarillo College.

AC’s Online Programs Ranked among Most Affordable in Texas

OnlineColleges.com has ranked Amarillo College among the most affordable two-year online Colleges in Texas.

Intramural Volleyball in Full Swing at AC’s Carter Fitness Center

In a sport like volleyball, where “kills” are a measure of success, one might expect aggression to occasionally trump sportsmanship.

Diego Caetano Wins Prestigious International Piano Competition

Those orchestrating London’s Grand Prize Virtuoso International Music Competition scoured the globe for a visionary, a pianist whose interpretation of Chopin’s distinctive musical language they could assuredly deem transcendent.

AC Students Demonstrate Know-How at 4-State IT Competition

Amarillo College students know what makes technology tick, a fact they proved over Fall Break by capturing six awards – four for first place – at the Association of Information Technology Professionals Region 3 Student Conference.

AC Wins Pacemaker: Collegiate Journalism’s Preeminent Award

The Matney Mass Media Program at Amarillo College is currently enjoying the view from collegiate journalism’s topmost vantage point, a prestigious perch reserved solely for winners of a National Pacemaker Award.
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