ACC reviews

Leadership has recently made a lot of changes (specifically the Theory of Change). While I can see the vision, unfortunately there are a lot of growing pains and its incredibly disappointing to see people who have worked there for 15+ years to be pushed out of their roles. It feels like they are trying to make ACC more corporate. The chancellor Russell seems to be a good guy, but sometimes it also feels very performative. They are really trying to push a student first mentality, but that was never not the case and it feels like an excuse to pull back attention from the struggling staff and faculty. Values of "yes" and "joy" are stupid and performative. They should be byproducts and happen naturally rather than being the focus.

Compensation Concerns: Salaries are lower than industry standards, which can affect morale and retention. Limited Advancement Opportunities: There are limited opportunities for career progression, particularly for adjunct faculty and part-time staff. This can lead to job dissatisfaction over time. Bureaucratic Challenges: As with many large institutions, bureaucratic hurdles can impede efficiency and innovation. Decision-making processes may be slow, affecting responsiveness to change. Inconsistent Remote Work Policies: Certain positions that could be performed remotely are required to be on-site, leading to dissatisfaction among some staff members seeking flexible work arrangements.