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Something Spooky this Way Comes: a Descent into Honors Gothic Literature

Keep Calm & Release The Bats…

Why does what we fear explain who we are?

How did vampires evolve in literature, and what is their function in societies around the world?

Why is the dark and foreboding in the realm of literature so fascinating to us?

Courtesy of Prof. Melissa Holton

If you’ve ever pondered any of the above questions (admit it – you know you have), then you’ll be happy to know that ACC offers a one-of-a-kind experience for students to embark on a scholarly study of the creepy-crawlies that haunt the human psyche. Continue reading “Something Spooky this Way Comes: a Descent into Honors Gothic Literature”

The Russian Balalaika comes to ACC

On April 6, LAHC partnered with the Department of Foreign Language to host International Night at Highland Campus. The event was designed to showcase the variety of programs under the ACC Global Studies umbrella, network with our Austin-area community partners, and celebrate our community with a rich variety of cultural performances – including belly dance, singers from the UT Italian Opera, and Ballet Folklórico, to name just a few!

Among the many performers who were kind enough to share their culture and craft with our students was balalaika player Sergey Vashchenko. Continue reading “The Russian Balalaika comes to ACC”