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Welcome Home, Riverbats! 🦇
Welcome Home, Riverbats! 🦇
You don't have to figure ACC out alone.
You don't have to figure ACC out alone.
Your First-Year Experience is your starting point and your support system.
It's a journey made up of key moments, connections, and resources designed to help you build confidence, get connected, and be ready for what's next. Wherever you're headed, this is where it begins.
Signature Events, Riverbat Ready Flight Paths, Riverbat Connections, Peer Leaders, and the Academic Planner all work together to build a pathway you can follow on your First-Year journey.
*The Rhythm of the Semester
*The Rhythm of the Semester
Every semester has ups and downs, but your first semester can be hard because you don't know what to expect. The Rhythm of the Semester is a breakdown of 5 phases that students at ACC often go through during their semester.Â
*Research conducted by Kristin Neiman, ACC student.Â
MySL is your hub for getting involved at ACC. Discover events, join organizations, and get involved all in one place. Claim your FREE MySL account today, and join the OFYE MySL page to stay up to date on opportunities designed for your success!
First-Year Experience (FYE) Signature Events
First-Year Experience (FYE) Signature Events
FYE hosts several key events during the Fall and Spring semesters to help you connect, prepare, volunteer, and celebrate.
Culture & Connection Fest
Fall 2026
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
A collaborative, come-and-go celebration that honors ACC's diverse identities while connecting first-year students to campus resources in an affirming, community-centered space.
Midterm Madness
Fall 2026
Monday, October 5, 2026Â
A coordinated series of high-energy programs during weeks 6–8 that help first-year students prepare for major exams, reduce stress, and normalize help-seeking.
Riverbat Volunteer Week
Fall 2026
Monday, November 16, 2026
A districtwide service initiative that empowers first-year students to build purpose, leadership, and community impact through meaningful volunteer experiences.
First-Year Forward Banquet
Spring 2027
Thursday, April 8, 2027
A formal end-of-year celebration, hosted in the Spring, recognizing first-year students' persistence, growth, and achievement as they complete their first year at ACC.
Orientation & First Year Experience (OFYE) Welcome Party 🥳 🦇
Orientation & First Year Experience (OFYE) Welcome Party 🥳 🦇
Meet people, have fun, and start your college experience strong—join us at the OFYE Welcome Party!
Riverbat Ready Flight Paths
Riverbat Ready Flight Paths
The Riverbat Ready Flight Paths are organized into four stages that reflect your growing confidence and connection. Using your Suitable App (sign up here), you can see the virtual roadmap for your First-Year journey at ACC.
How to log in to the Suitable App: Do NOT sign in with your ACC email! Instead:
Use ACC eID + email (ex: m1231231@austincc.edu) or (letter of your first name + student ID Number @ austincc.edu.
Students will be directed to the ACC sign-in page and log in as usual.
Start strong—learn the basics, get connected, and know where to go for help.
Build smart habits, stay on track, and use your resources early.
Stay connected, keep going, and ask for help when you need it.
Find your place, look back on how much you've grown, and keep going—you belong here.
Riverbat Connections
Riverbat Connections
Riverbat Connections are opportunities to connect with your peers, reflect on your college experience, and build confidence in your first-year. Through shared conversations and activities, you'll strengthen your sense of community at ACC.
Benefits of Finding a Mentor
Help-Seeking Behavior
Tackling Imposter Syndrome & Failing Forward
Activate Your Mentor
Finishing the Semester Strong
Riverbat Connection Socials (x3)
Orientation & First-Year Experience Peer Leaders
Orientation & First-Year Experience Peer Leaders
OFYE Peer Leaders are here to support you throughout your first-year. Stay connected for reminders, resources, and real advice from someone who's been in your shoes. Whether you have questions or just need encouragement, your Peer Leaders are one of your first go-to connections at ACC. Email them at ofye@austincc.edu.Â
OFYE Academic Planner.pdfOFYE Academic Planner
OFYE Academic Planner
If this is your first semester at ACC, or if you're a returning student who has been here for years, the Academic Planner is a tool to help you stay organized and on top of your academic journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Why FYE?
Why FYE?
Starting strong at ACC matters. From your first day in class through the end of your first-year, use this space to find what to do next, stay organized, and connect to the support that helps you succeed.
How can I contact OFYE?
How can I contact OFYE?
Feel free to email us with any questions you have at ofye@austincc.edu.
Helpful Links
Helpful Links
Meet the OFYE Team
Meet the OFYE Team
ACC Campuses
ACC Campuses
Austin Community College has 11 campuses conveniently located across Central Texas. ACC’s three destination campuses also provide extended services and hours of operation. They are Highland Campus (central), Round Rock Campus (north), and Riverside Campus (south).
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