Lifelong Learning with Hoa N.
Hoa N. has been studying English since her high school days in Hue, Vietnam. She practiced medicine in Vietnam and arrived in… Read More
The Psychology of Persistence: Meet Ana D.
Ana D.’s goal is to become fluent in English so she can communicate confidently and pursue a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology to… Read More
Keep Going, Don’t Stop: Liliana’s Message
Liliana L. has come to the ESOL Program with the goal of building a stronger future through education and English fluency. She has… Read More
Built for What’s Next: Aiden Gong
Aiden Gong’s journey is a wonderful example of how strengthening one’s English, paired with determination and support, can lead to exciting new opportunities. Starting with… Read More
Small Business Owner and ESOL Student: Meet Fernanda O.
Fernanda O. came to Austin from Mexico City with a professional background in Industrial Engineering. While working as a project manager, she… Read More
Studies, Entrepreneurship, and Community Advocacy: Meet Olivier B.
Olivier B. is from Uvira, a major city in South Kivu Province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. He brings a multilingual,… Read More
Small Steps, Strong Progress: Shifaa’s Story
Like many ESOL students, Shifaa H. already holds a university degree from her home country, bringing a strong academic background to ACC. With… Read More
Celebrating Achievement: The Inaugural ESOL Graduation and Awards Ceremony
On June 2, 2026, English for Speakers of Other Languages hosted the inaugural ESOL Graduation and Awards ceremony. Students were greeted by teachers… Read More
From Global Leadership to New Beginnings in Austin: Meet Figen
We are proud to share the story of an inspiring professional whose journey reminds us what is truly possible. Meet Figen Ozmen, a… Read More
No Age Limit on Learning: Duc Vo
At 80, Duc Vo is one of our oldest ESOL students, but he is most definitely young at heart. Duc is originally from… Read More