Empowerment Center

Our Students

Fall 2026 Office Hours

Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

1st Saturday of Each Month
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

• August 1
• September 5
• October 3
• November 7
• December 5

Important Information:

• The last student sign-in will be accepted 30 minutes prior to closing.
• Please note that advisor availability may be limited during Group Advising Days. We appreciate your patience and understanding during these times.

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to inspire and advocate for adult learners, underserved students and community members by providing a comprehensive system of advising, support services and resources that will support our students through their educational progression and completion.

Our department is the recipient of the following local, state, and national awards:

• 2015 NACADA Outstanding Institutional Advising Program Award    
• 2015 Finalist, Excelencia in Education Award   
• 2014 STAR Award, Texas Coordinating Board – GED to College Transition Program  
• 2007 STAR Award - Texas Coordinating Board – Parent Child Program  
• 2006 Model Program Award, American Association of Women In Higher Education    
• 2003 Alamo Workforce Development Board Award for Excellence Through Innovation