“The kids are just amazing to me,” said ACC president John Masterson, speaking in reference to students being mindful of COVID-19. “I’m really pleased with how serious they’re taking everything.” Masterson also seemed pleased that…

Theater tells a story. It might be a fun story that allows someone to escape into a frolicking adventure. It might inspire someone to think about an issue that is socially relevant or provocative. It…

Allen Community College Theatre has announced its performances for the season. Director Trevor Belt said he picked plays that could be performed in a socially distant way for the safety of performers during the coronavirus…

One of Allen Community College’s newest instructors sees communication as a bridge connecting people to each other and to the world. But starting a new job during the coronavirus pandemic means she may need to…

Armando Colome squares off against Camilo Patino in a game of ping pong on Allen Community College’s first day of the 2020 fall semester.

When the coronavirus first hit ACC last March, administrators gathered quickly to plot their course. In short order, they decided to move all classes online and ask students to immediately vacate residence halls. Ryan Bilderback,…

The coronavirus dominated discussions at Tuesday night’s meeting of the ACC board of trustees as the college continues to prepare for students returning amidst the pandemic. The concern is not unwarranted. Early testing has already…

Malik Hardmon wrote his own script on the hardwood at Allen Community College the last two years. Now, he is reaping the benefits.  The 6-5 forward will be taking his talents to Alcorn State University…

The National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA) released its plan to resume competition in the fall on June 19, making a direct impact on Allen Community College.  ACC athletic director and men’s head soccer coach…

Allen Community College’s 2019-20 theatrical season was cut short, like countless other school events and activities, because of COVID-19. The lost spring play — “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” — carries special significance, on top of…