PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I - FINANCIAL

 Dr. Reed Peoples

 INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

 Office : NRG 4237

 Phone :512.223.4757

 E-mail:  rpeoples@austincc.edu

 Virtual Classroom (optional): Every Thursday  Office Hours:

• Monday through Thursday 11 am to 2 pm or by appointment
• Wednesday 7 pm to 8:30 pm Virtual Zoom

 COURSE DESCRIPTION :

 This course is an introduction to financial accounting concepts and the communication of financial information to external  users. It examines the accounting process, transaction analysis, asset and equity accounting, financial statement  preparation and analysis, and related topics.

 Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with  their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.

 REQUIRED TEXT :

 Horngren’s Financial and Managerial Accounting with MyAccountingLab , 8 th ed , Miller-Nobles, Mattison,  Pearson.

 This course is part of ACC's "First Day Access” program. ACC has partnered with the bookstore and the publisher to  provide you with digital course materials on the first day of class at a discounted rate of approximately  $105.54  (includes  tax). The cost of the course materials will be included as an additional charge when you register.

 If you do not wish to participate in the program, you may "Opt Out". If you "Opt Out" of receiving and paying for your  materials via this program, you will be responsible for obtaining those on your own. Instructions for “opting out” will be  available on my Blackboard site.

 If you participate in the "First Day Access" program, you will gain access to the eBook and MAL (MyAccountingLab)  through my Blackboard site. Do not go to the publisher website to purchase this text or to join the trial period! You will  access the eBook and MAL in Blackboard. To do this:

• Log in to Blackboard and open the ACCT 2301 course
• On the left-hand menu, click on First Day Access Digital Materials  ●  To access the eBook, click Read Now.
• To access MAL, click Launch Courseware.  The first  time you access MAL, you will be asked to either create a  Pearson MyLab account or log in with an existing account.

 To recap, there are three options:

1. All Digital Access at the time of registration: E-book  and MAL.
2. Digital Access with a Physical Textbook: Students who participate in the program will be eligible to purchase a

 low cost loose-leaf print upgrade directly through MAL.  It will be shipped directly to you from Pearson for  approximately  $39.99, plus tax .  No shipping fees.

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1. Independent purchase of textbook with MAL: If you have purchased a used textbook or have "Opted Out" of  the program, you must still purchase an access code for MAL.

 You must “bring” your eBook to class via a computer, tablet or smartphone or the paper copy if purchased.

 COURSE PREREQUISITES

⬥   Before enrolling in ACCT 2301, it is advisable to 1) have taken the equivalent of ACCT 1403 or BUSI 1301; 2) have  recently taken high school bookkeeping; or 3) have acquired relevant work experience.  Although not required, the  equivalent of MATH 1324 provides a good foundation for ACCT 2301.

⬥   Basic computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheet (Excel), and presentation (Power Point) software are  recommended for all accounting courses. If you have any questions, consult with an accounting advisor.

 CPA and transfer credit:

⬥   To become a CPA in Texas, you must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree that includes 150 hours of college  credit, 36 hours of accounting, an approved 3 hour accounting ethics course and 24 hours of business. Passage of the  uniform CPA exam and appropriate supervision by a CPA are also required.

⬥   Principles of Accounting I - Financial generally transfers to four-year colleges and universities.   The equivalent at UT  is ACC 311, TSU it is ACC 2361, and TAMU ACCT 229.

⬥   The second accounting course required for business majors is ACCT 2302 – Principles of Accounting II - Managerial.

 A grade of C or better in ACCT 2301 is a prerequisite for ACCT 2302.

 COURSE RATIONALE :

 The goals and objectives of this course prepare students to (1) complete degree requirements; (2) obtain or improve job skills; (3) qualify for a business or accounting job; (4) become an entrepreneur; (5) fulfill personal goals; and/or (6)  understand financial statements and the basic accounting process.

 SCANS COMPETENCIES :

 SCANS is the Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills. Please go to  http://irt.austincc.edu/ids/curriculum/scans.php  for  complete definitions and explanation of SCANS.  This list  summarizes the SCANS competencies addressed in this particular course.

1. Student exhibits responsibility :  Exerts a high level  of effort and perseverance toward goal attainment, works hard to  become excellent at doing tasks by setting high standards, paying attention to details, working well and displaying a  high level of concentration even when assigned an unpleasant task; and displays high standards of attendance,  punctuality, enthusiasm, vitality and optimism in approaching and completing tasks. 
2. Student acquires information :   Identifies need for  data, obtains them from existing sources or creates them, and  evaluates their relevance and accuracy. Competently performing the tasks for acquiring data and evaluating  information includes posing analytical questions to determine specific information needs, selecting possible  information and evaluating its appropriateness, and determining when new information must be created. 
3. Student communicates information :  Selects and analyzes information and communicates the result to others using  oral, written, graphic, pictorial, or multi-media methods. Competently performing the tasks of communicating and  interpreting information to others includes determining information to be communicated, identifying the best methods  to present information (i.e. overheads, handouts, etc.), and if necessary, converting to desired format and conveying  information to others through a variety of means including oral presentation and written communication.

 COMMON COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES :

 The learning objectives/outcomes will be evaluated through the department designed assessments (Assessment 1 and  Assessment 2). More information about the assessments is available under Course Policies.  The core concepts are:

1. 1. Prepare a multiple-step income statement, classified balance sheet and statement of earnings. 
   2. Analyze and record the effects of common business transactions. 
   3. Prepare adjusting entries. 
   4. Describe the role of closing entries.
   5. Apply elements of the conceptual framework to accounting issues.
   6. Explain the components of the statement of cash flows.
   7. Understand the relationship between financial components.

 INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

 The objectives of this course will be met by incorporating a variety of instructional methods.  These may include lecture,  class exams and quizzes, group activities and project, student presentations, class problem-solving, written analysis,  spreadsheet, word processing, power point, excel, data analytics, and the use of accounting software and online activities  and research.

 DISTANCE EDUCATION

 Students will use the Blackboard learning management and Pearson MyAccountingLab system for assignment  instructions, submitting assignments, and collaboration.  Students new to distance education should review the  ACC  Distance Education General Information  available at  https://online.austincc.edu/faq/

 STUDENT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT

 Austin Community College provides free, secure drive-up Wi-Fi to students and employees in the parking lots of all campus  locations. WiFi can be accessed seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm. Additional details are available at  https://www.austincc.edu/sts.  

 Students who do not have the necessary technology to complete their ACC courses can request to borrow devices from  Student Technology Services. Available devices include iPads, webcams, headsets, calculators, etc. Students must be  registered for a credit course, Adult Education, or Continuing Education course to be eligible. For more information,  including how to request a device, visit  http://www.austincc.edu/sts .

 Student Technology Services offers phone, live-chat, and email-based technical support for students and can provide  support on topics such as password resets, accessing or using Blackboard, access to technology, etc. To view hours of  operation and ways to request support, visit  http://www.austincc.edu/sts

 COURSE EVALUATION/GRADING SYSTEM :

 Basis for Grading:

 CLASS POLICIES:

 Attendance/Class and Lab Participation : This is an online class and attendance to the virtual classroom meetings on  Thursday is not mandatory.  During these virtual Zoom meetings, I will work on difficult problems that you may have  questions about, review for the exam, and answer any questions you may have.

 Or for online courses:

 “Regular and timely  completion of work is expected of all students. 

 Withdrawal:  It is  the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or  she decide to withdraw from the class. The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary. If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the Final Withdrawal Date.  Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status.   Per state law, students enrolling  for the first time in  Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six courses  during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making  decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals.

 ACC defines withdrawals as occurring after the official reporting date of the semester, typically the 12  th  class day.

 Students will be withdrawn from class if it is determined that they never attended.

 Incompletes:  An incomplete (grade of "I") will only be given for extenuating circumstances.  What constitutes

 “Extenuating circumstances” is left to the instructor’s discretion.  If a grade of I is given, the remaining course work must  be completed by a date set by the student and professor.  This date may not be later than two weeks prior to the end of the following semester.  A grade of I also requires completion and submission of the  Incomplete Grade form , to be  signed by  the faculty member (and student if possible) and submitted to the department chair.

 Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant.  The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not.  The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade. 

1. Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date.  This meeting can occur virtually or in person.  The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.
2. The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student.  The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement.  A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each  grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.   
3. The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above.  This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the  subsequent long semester.  
4. Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.  
5. When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A,  B, C, D, or F. 

 If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.”  Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.”

 Blackboard :  I maintain a Blackboard site for this  class.  You will be able to log onto the Blackboard site  http://acconline.austincc.edu  to gain access to:

• Course announcements
• Syllabus and other course information
• Link to MyAccountingLab (where the eBook and interactive homework assignments are located)
• Gradebook
• Virtual Classroom

 Your user name for Blackboard is your ACC eID. This is your 7 digit ACC student ID, preceded by the first initial of your  official first name. During the activation of your ACC eID, you will select your password. If you do not know your ACC  eID, you may retrieve it via the Blackboard home page.

 Exams :  Exams will be proctored using Lockdown Browser + Respondus Monitoring.  Students must have a webcam and  a microphone in order to take the exams.  Respondus Monitor is completable with Windows and Mac (PCs and laptops),  iPad.  Respondus Monitor is not compatible with Chromebooks.  Please contact your instructor to make other  arrangements if necessary.  Information about how to schedule and take exams will be provided in Blackboard.

 Exams will be taken in MyAccountingLab. The exams will be a combination of multiple choice and problems. Each exam  will have a time limit and there will be a testing window during which the exam must be completed. Do not miss exams.  If you must miss an exam, please contact me BEFORE the end of the testing window by email or phone.    

 Departmental Assessments :  The Accounting Department  designs assessments for use by all ACCT 2301 sections. These  assessments are part of the 520 points for proctored exams and quizzes noted above in the “Grading System”. More  information will be provided to you before the assessments are scheduled. These assessments are intended to test the  overall mastery of the 7 core concepts.   

 Quizzes:  The quizzes will be given through Blackboard/MyAccountingLab. Each quiz will have a time limit and there  will be a testing window during which the quiz must be completed. DO NOT MISS QUIZZES.  If you must miss a quiz,  please contact me BEFORE the end of the testing window by email or phone.    

 Lab Activities:  Attendance at lab is required .  Lab consists of graded assignments administered through

 Blackboard/MyAccountingLab, worth 80 points which is 10% of your total grade. You should consider the assignments as  open book quizzes .                                                

 Comprehensive Problems:  Specific instructions will  be provided in class for comprehensive problems.

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 Pre-class and Homework Assignments:  Homework is a critical part of any accounting course.  Important accounting concepts cannot be fully understood until you work on the problems. Failure to complete homework often affects the grade a student receives.

 Pre-class and homework assignments must be completed using MyAccountingLab, the on-line interactive homework system that comes with the eBook.  The MyAccountingLab software will grade your homework and provide immediate feedback to you.

  The link to MyAccountingLab will be provided in the Blackboard course.

 Bonus point s:  Bonus points will be available.  Take advantage of all Bonus points.

 COLLEGE POLICIES

   Health & Safety Protocols

 Operational areas of ACC campuses and centers are fully open and accessible through all public entrances.  The college  encourages its staff, faculty, and students to be mindful of the well-being of all individuals on campus.  If you feel sick,  feverish, or unwell, please do not come to campus.

 Some important things to remember:

• If you have not done so, ACC encourages all students, faculty, and staff to get vaccinated. COVID-19 vaccines  are now widely available throughout the community. Visit  www.vaccines.gov/  to find a vaccine location  near you.
• Campuses are open to faculty, staff, and students.   The college and its departments and offices may invite  internal  and external guests to their events and activities,  though access is still restricted for external parties  seeking to host activities at ACC.  The college’s  Appian Health Screening App  remains available to everyone who  visits campus. This continues to be a good way to check your own health before coming to class or work. 
• If you are experiencing COVID-19-related symptoms, please get a COVID-19 test as soon as possible before  returning to an ACC facility.  Testing is now widely available.  To find  testing locations near you, click this link       .
• If you test positive, please report it on the  ACC self-reporting tool located here .
• ACC continues to welcome face masks on campus.  Per CDC guidelines, face masks remain a good way to

 protect yourself from COVID-19. 

 The college asks that we all continue to respect the personal space of others. We are encouraging 3 feet of social  distancing.

• Please be sure to carry your student, faculty, or staff ID badge at all times while on campus.

 Because of the everchanging situation, please go to ACC’s Covid website at  https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus?ref=audiencemenu  for the latest updates and guidance.

 Statement on Academic Integrity

 Austin Community College values academic integrity in the educational process.  Acts of academic  dishonesty/misconduct undermine the learning process, present a disadvantage to students who earn credit honestly, and  subvert the academic mission of the institution. The potential consequences of fraudulent credentials raise additional  concerns for individuals and communities beyond campus who rely on institutions of higher learning to certify students'  academic achievements and expect to benefit from the claimed knowledge and skills of their graduates. Students must  follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement  assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to,  plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, falsifying documents, or the inappropriate use of the college’s information  technology resources.  Further information is available at

 https://www.austincc.edu/about-acc/academic-integrity-and-disciplinary-process

 Student Rights & Responsibilities

 Students at ACC have the same rights and protections under the Constitution of the United States. These rights include  freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition and association. As members of the community, students have the right to  express their own views, but must also take responsibility for according the same rights to others and not interfere or  disrupt the learning environment. Students are entitled to fair treatment, are expected to act consistently with the values of  the college, and obey local, state, and federal laws.  www.austincc.edu/srr

 As a student of Austin Community College you are expected to abide by the Student Standards of Conduct.  https://www.austincc.edu/students/students-rights-and-responsibilities/student-standards-of-conduct 

 Senate Bill 212 and Title IX Reporting Requirements 

 Under Senate Bill 212 (SB 212), the faculty and all College employees are required to report any information concerning  incidents of  sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating  violence, and stalking  committed by or against an  ACC student  or employee. Federal Title IX law and College policy also require reporting incidents of  sex- and gender-based  discrimination and sexual misconduct .  This means faculty  and non-clinical counseling staff cannot keep  confidential information about any such incidents that you share with them.

 If you would like to talk with someone confidentiality, please contact the District Clinical Counseling Team who can  connect you with a clinical counselor on any ACC campus:  (512) 223-2616, or to schedule online:  https://www.austincc.edu/students/counseling  . 

 While students are not required to report, they are encouraged to contact the Compliance Office for resources and  options:  Charlene Buckley, District Title IX Officer, (512) 223-7964;  compliance@austincc.edu .

 If a student makes a report to a faculty member, the faculty member will contact the District Title IX Officer for  follow-up.

 Student Complaints

 A defined process applies to complaints about an instructor or other college employee. You are encouraged to discuss  concerns and complaints with college personnel and should expect a timely and appropriate response. When possible,  students should first address their concerns through informal conferences with those immediately involved; formal due  process is available when informal resolution cannot be achieved.

 Student complaints may include (but are not limited to) issues regarding classroom instruction, college services and  offices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual  orientation, political affiliation, or disability.

 Further information about the complaints process, including the form used to submit complaints, is available at:

 http://www.austincc.edu/students/students-rights-and-responsibilities/student-complaint-procedures

 Statement on Privacy

 The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects confidentiality of students’ educational records. Grades  cannot be provided by faculty over the phone, by e-mail, or to a fellow student.

 Recording Policy

 To ensure compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), student recording of class lectures or  other activities is generally prohibited without the explicit written permission of the instructor and notification of other  students enrolled in the class section.  Exceptions are made for approved accommodations under the Americans with  Disabilities Act. 

 Recording of lectures and other class activities may be made by faculty to facilitate instruction, especially for classes  taught remotely through BlackBoard Collaborate or another platform.  Participation in such activities implies consent for  the student to be recorded during the instructional activity.  Such recordings are intended for educational and academic  purposes only.

 Safety Statement

 Health and safety are of paramount importance in classrooms, laboratories, and field activities. Students are expected to  learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies.   Emergency Procedures posters and Campus Safety Plans are posted in each classroom and should be reviewed at the  beginning of each semester.  All incidents (injuries/illness/fire/property damage/near miss) should be immediately  reported to the course instructor. Additional information about safety procedures and how to sign up to be notified in case  of an emergency can be found at  http://www.austincc.edu/emergency

 Everyone is expected to conduct themselves professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or  intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual may be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity  and will be referred to the Dean of Student Services for disciplinary action.

 In the event of disruption of normal classroom activities due to an emergency situation or an outbreak of illness, the  format for this course may be modified to enable completion of the course. In that event, students will be provided an  addendum to the class syllabus that will supersede the original version.

 Campus Carry

 The Austin Community College District concealed handgun policy ensures compliance with Section 411.2031 of the  Texas Government Code (also known as the Campus Carry Law), while maintaining ACC’s commitment to provide a safe  environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors.  Beginning August 1, 2017, individuals who are licensed to carry  (LTC) may do so on campus premises except in locations and at activities prohibited by state or federal law, or the  college’s concealed handgun policy. 

 It is the responsibility of license holders to conceal their handguns at all times.  Persons who see a handgun on campus are  asked to contact the ACC Police Department by dialing 512-223-1231.   Please refer to the concealed handgun policy  online at  http://austincc.edu/campuscarry

 Discrimination Prohibited

 The College seeks to maintain an educational environment free from any form of discrimination or harassment including  but not limited to discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender,  sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

 Faculty at the College are required to report concerns regarding sexual misconduct (including all forms of sexual  harassment and sex and gender-based discrimination) to  the Manager of Title IX/Title VI/ADA Compliance .   Licensed  clinical counselors are available across the District and serve as confidential resources for students.

 Additional information about Title VI, Title IX, and ADA compliance can be found in the ACC Compliance Resource  Guide available at: 

 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfmZHOPD_H1wgGKq1N7Irv6gvXxOXzbZ/view

 Use of ACC email

 All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation  that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify students  of any college- related emergencies using this account. Students should only expect to receive email communication from  their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with  instructors and staff.  Information about ACC email accounts, including instructions for accessing it, are available at:   http://www.austincc.edu/help/accmail/questions-and-answers

 Use of the Tes ting Center

 The Testing Centers will allow only limited in person testing and testing time will be limited to the standard class time,  typically one and one-half hours.  Specifically, only the following will be allowed in the Testing Centers:

• Student Accessibility Services (SAS) Testing: All approved SAS testing
• Assessments Tests: Institutionally approved assessment tests (e.g., TSIA or TABE)
• Placement Tests: Placement tests (e.g., ALEKS)
• Make-Up Exams (for students who missed the original test): Make-up testing is available for all lecture courses  but will be limited to no more than 25% of students enrolled in each section for each of four tests
• Programs incorporating industry certification exams: Such programs (e.g., Microsoft, Adobe, etc.) may utilize the

 ACC Business Assessment Center for the industry certification exams (BACT) at HLC or RRC

 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

 The success of our students is paramount, and ACC offers a variety of support services to help, as well as providing  numerous opportunities for community engagement and personal growth.

 Student Support

 ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.   Information on these campus services and resources is available at   http://www.austincc.edu/students .   A comprehensive  array of student support services is available online at:

 https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/remote-student-support 

 Student Accessibility Services

 Austin Community College (ACC) is committed to providing a supportive, accessible, and inclusive learning environment  for all students.  Each campus offers support services for students with documented disabilities. Students with disabilities  who need classroom, academic or other accommodations must request them through Student Accessibility Services  (SAS).

 Students are encouraged to request accommodations prior to the beginning of the semester, otherwise the provision of  accommodations may be delayed.  Students who have received accommodations from SAS for this course will provide the

 instructor with the legal document titled “Faculty Notification Letter” (FNL) through the Accessible Information  Management (AIM) portal.

 Until the instructor receives the FNL, accommodations should not be provided.  Once the FNL is received,  accommodations must be provided.  Accommodations are not retroactive, so it is in the student’s best interest to request  their accommodations as soon as possible prior to the beginning of the semester.

 Please contact  SAS@austincc.edu  for more information.

 Academic Support

 ACC offers academic support services on all of its campuses. These services, which include online tutoring, academic  coaching, and supplemental instruction, are free to enrolled ACC students. Tutors are available in a variety of subjects  ranging from accounting to pharmacology. Students may receive these services on both a drop-in and referral basis. 

 An online tutor request can be made here:  https://de.austincc.edu/bbsupport/online-tutoring-request/

 Additional tutoring information can be found here:  austincc.edu/onlinetutoring

 Library Services

 ACC Library Services offers both in-person and extensive online services, with research and assignment  assistance available in-person during limited hours of service. Although all college services are subject to change, plans  include ACC students signing up for study space and use of computers at open libraries, extensive online instruction in  classes, online reference assistance 24/7 and reference with ACC faculty librarians. In addition, currently enrolled  students, faculty and staff can access Library Services online (also 24/7) via the ACC Library website and by using their

 ACCeID to access all online materials (ebooks, articles from library databases, and streaming videos). ACC

 Libraries offer these services in numerous ways such as: "Get Help from a Faculty Librarian: the 24/7 Ask a Librarian  chat service," an online form for in-depth research Q and A sessions, one-on-one video appointments, email, and phone  (voicemail is monitored regularly).

• Library Website:  http://library.austincc.edu
• Library Information & Services during COVID-19: https://researchguides.austincc.edu/LSinfoCOVID19  
• Ask a Librarian 24/7 chat and form:  https://library.austincc.edu/help/ask.php
• Library Hours of Operation by Location:  https://library.austincc.edu/loc/  ●  Email:  library@austincc.edu

 Student Organizations

 ACC has over seventy student organizations, offering a variety of cultural, academic, vocational, and social opportunities.   They provide a chance to meet with other students who have the same interests, engage in service-learning, participate in  intramural sports, gain valuable field experience related to career goals, and much else.  Student Life coordinates many of  these activities, and additional information is available at  http://sites.austincc.edu/sl/ .

 Personal Support

 Resources to support students are available at every campus. To learn more, ask your professor or visit the campus  Support Center. All resources and services are free and confidential. Some examples include, among others:

• Food resources including community pantries and bank drives can be found here:

 https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/food-assistance/get-food-now

• Assistance with childcare or utility bills is available at any campus Support Center:

 http://www.austincc.edu/students/support-center .

• The Student Emergency Fund can help with unexpected expenses that may cause you to withdraw from one or  more classes:  http://www.austincc.edu/SEF.  
• Help with budgeting for college and family life is available through the Student Money Management Office:  http://sites.austincc.edu/money/.    
• A full listing of services for student parents is available at:  https://www.austincc.edu/students/child-care  ●  The CARES Act Student Aid will help eligible students pay expenses related to COVID-19: 

 https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/cares-act-student-aid.   

 Mental health counseling services are available throughout the ACC Student Services District to address personal and or  mental health concerns:  http://www.austincc.edu/students/counseling  .

 If you are struggling with a mental health or personal crisis, call one of the following numbers to connect with resources  for help.  However, if you are afraid that you might hurt yourself or someone else, call 911 immediately.

 Free Crisis Hotline Numbers:

• Austin / Travis County 24-hour Crisis & Suicide hotline:  512-472-HELP (4357)
• The Williamson County 24-hour Crisis hotline:  1-800-841-1255
• Bastrop County Family Crisis Center hotline:  1-888-311-7755
• Hays County 24 Hour Crisis Hotline:  1-877-466-0660
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:      988  or  1-800-273-TALK  (8255)

 ●  Crisis Text Line:  Text “home” to 741741

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline:    1-800-662-HELP  (4357)
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI  (6264)

See the syllabus above in the Course Requirements for Principles of Accounting I

See syllabus above in the Course Requirements for Principles of Accounting I

See syllabus above in the Course Requirements for Principles of Accounting I

See syllabus above in the Course Requirements for Principles of Accounting I