Russell Lowery-Hart

Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart is the current Chancellor of Austin Community College (ACC). He began his tenure in this role after serving as president of Amarillo College from 2014 to 2023. During his time at Amarillo College, he was recognized for his commitment to student success and innovative educational approaches, earning several prestigious awards, including the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

Dr. Lowery-Hart's leadership philosophy is centered around the concept of love, focusing on enhancing student success through systemic and cultural transformation. Under his guidance, Amarillo College achieved national recognition for its high-quality and equitable outcomes for students, and he brought this vision to ACC to continue fostering a supportive and effective educationa