I connect to Austin at the Stevie Ray Vaughan statue.

– Laura de la RosaServes Up Volleyball Team Captain

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While there may not be an “I” in team, playing sports and engaging in group recreation

is a great way to build personal development. The Intramural Sports and Recreation program provides participants with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, and experience friendly competition. Kinesiology and Personal Fitness Trainer majors in particular will benefit from the program, but all students have something to gain from the self-motivation skills fostered through team work. For the ‘09-’10 school year, the Intramural Sports and Recreation program will be organizing women’s volleyball and men’s basketball tournaments, as well as Blazer Tag outings, golf lessons, and bowling. Registration for Intramural Sports and Recreation for the fall takes place from Aug. 3 through Sept. 11. Students interested in participating can stop by their Student Life Office, visit with Student Life Coordinator Jennifer Flowers at Welcomepalooza events, or register online.

Austin is a cultural melting pot, and here at ACC our main mixer is the Diversity

Outreach program. By teaching students about differences, Diversity Outreach also spotlights the ways in which we are all the same. Starting in the fall, the new Diversity Ambassador program will host two student created Common Experience presentations, skits and dialogues aimed at provoking thought and discussion. This year’s Diversity and Leadership Conference is targeting the dual causes of world hunger and human trafficking.

Diversity exists internationally, domestically, and in our own lives. Which is why Hasani Pettiford, known as the “Date Doctor,” will be presenting a fall series of monthly videos and blog discussions on the Student Life Web Site, helping students deal with their dating problems, before appearing in person at ACC just before Valentine’s Day to host a talk show on dating issues. Our nation’s diversity has long been a cornerstone of our success, so don’t be afraid to reach out to Diversity Outreach while you’re at ACC.

Get Connected:Jennifer Flowerswww.austincc.edu/recrec@austincc.edu512.223.9REC (9732)

Get Connected:John Jacobswww.austincc.edu/diversitydiversity@austincc.edu512.223.5303

I connect to Austin at Emo’s.– Krystal Shepard

Diversity ambassador Connect on Campus:

Unity JamHispanic Week

Black History Events