Clouds didn’t stop hundreds of people from flocking to Austin Community College District (ACC) to watch the total solar eclipse. Almost all of ACC’s campuses were in the path of totality during the rare event on Monday, April 8, 2024.
The college hosted watch parties at four campuses: South Austin, Highland, Round Rock, and Cypress Creek. The parties included opportunities to view the clouds and sun through special ACC telescopes. Faculty and staff were also on hand to discuss the phenomenon and answer questions.
Check out photos from the eclipse watch parties below.
For more information, visit austincc.edu/totaleclipse.
Your coverage of the Total Solar Eclipse event at Austin Community College District is commendable. It’s impressive how the event was organized across multiple campuses, offering the community a unique opportunity to experience such a rare astronomical phenomenon together. The provision of special telescopes and the presence of knowledgeable faculty and staff to guide the viewers added significant educational value to the experience. However, it might have been beneficial to also highlight any challenges faced during the event, such as weather conditions, to provide a more comprehensive view of the day. Overall, great job capturing the excitement and educational aspects of the eclipse viewing!