{"id":310,"date":"2024-08-16T08:32:20","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T14:32:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/?page_id=310"},"modified":"2025-08-20T16:18:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T22:18:26","slug":"institute","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/institute\/","title":{"rendered":"Theory of Change Institute"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Theory of Change Institute was special because of the people. We had amazing participants and incredible speakers. You can read more below to learn about our first year together.<\/p>\n

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Breaking Silos and Empowering Future Leaders<\/h2>\n

The Theory of Change Institute (ToCI)<\/strong> will equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to become effective Theory of Change change champions and future leaders.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

What is the Theory of Change Institute?<\/h2>\n

The Theory of Change Institute (ToCI) is a dynamic professional development initiative designed for ToC nominees with the potential to drive meaningful change within ACC. Over the course of a year, participants will engage in monthly meetings, collaborative training sessions, and special events focused on innovation and problem-solving.<\/p>\n

Mission<\/h2>\n

ToCI’s mission is to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, empowering participants to become ToC change champions and future leaders. Our vision is to develop passionate and capable individuals who lead ACC to a collaborative culture of continual improvement and innovation.<\/p>\n

Values<\/h2>\n

Our core values include inclusivity, collaboration, community, empowerment, and impact. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all voices are heard. We believe in the power of teamwork, fostering a sense of belonging and building strong relationships across divisions. We empower our participants to take ownership of their learning and development, enabling them to become agents of change. We are driven by a desire to make a positive impact and contribute to the success of ACC, its employees, its students, and our local community.<\/p>\n

Events<\/h2>\n

ToCI’s program includes a kick-off event on October 21, 2024, and monthly meetings with training and breakout discussions. Participants will explore topics such as the theory of change, effective teamwork, change management, organizational structures, and data storytelling. Meetings are on the second Monday of the month (except for holidays) from 2:30-4:00.<\/p>\n

Join the ToCI and embark on a transformative journey to become an influential change leader. Together, we will propel ACC towards its goal of a 70% student completion rate by 2030, ensuring a lasting positive impact on our community.<\/p>\n

2024-2025 Cohort Members<\/h2>\n
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David Albert
Vidal Almanza
Kimberly Anderson
Michelle Atkinson
Melissa Baez
Rich Brown
Marissa Burill
Katherine Cargill
Irene Castillo-Alonzo
Blythe Cates
Cyndy Cerbin
Daniel Chupe-OHanlon
Rosalind Clifford
Cori Coburn
“LMC” Lisa Marie Coppoletta
Patricia Culpepper
Miguel DeLeon
Devynn Devilbiss
Samantha Diwa
Molly Dodson
Maria Dorantes-Gonzalez
Melissa Dugan
Elizabeth Elz
Matthew Evins
Ryan Fetter
Susan Finkelman
Cassie Fitzgerald
Mary Forrest-Wright
Amy Fuller
Yolanda Gary-Fisher
Luis Garza
Virginia Garza
Oddett Garza-Weatherspoon
Michelle Guillen
Angel Guzman
Saphiro Guzman Whitley
Mary Havens
Meagan Hoff
Katelin Hubbard
Leanne Jacobs
Lela Jamalabad
Farrah Keeler
Anja Ketcham
Jo Ann Larkins-Foster
Sarah Lisenbe
Stephanie Long<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Scarlett Luedecke
Ren\u00e9e Lyon
Jana McCarthy
Marshaye McClary
Nina Means
Katie McClendon
Marisa McCormick
Samella McCou
Brian McElligott
Alicia McWilliams
Silke Morin
Daniel Morris
Elizabeth Oglesby
Tammie Petersen
Marah Portier
Sydney Pruitt
Carrington Quezada
Adam Rethlake
Elizabeth Rivas
La Tasha Roberts
Christopher Rzigalinski
Adam Saucedo
Nyesha Shabazz
Kinya Shaw
Lea-Anne Shukla
Kelsey Sisler
Chris Smith
Sandie Smith
Kelly Stockstad
Haley Tarnowski
Li Teh
Jenifer Thompson
Samantha Thomson
Anna Valdez
Aleah Valentine-Harvey
Stefanie Vermillion
Teri (Theresa) Villegas
Catherine C Wadbrook
Marissa Williams
Joshua Williamson
Vanessa Seree’ Wilson
Amy Wink
Mauri Winters
Joansandy Wong
Audrey Yates
Mirosalva Zuniga
Cloe Llanos<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Theory of Change Institute Member Website<\/mark><\/a><\/h2>\n
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Details on the next generation of the Theory of Change Institute are coming soon!<\/h3>\n

Check out the related ToC blog post for a preview.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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