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07/30/2026	Featured Gadsden State, Jax State sign Transfer Pathway Agreement for Technical Degree graduates Gadsden State Community College and Jacksonville State University have signed a transfer pathway agreement designed to help graduates of workforce-focused associate degree programs continue... Categories: General Transfer Pathways Tags:
08/06/2026	Gadsden State names Presley Assistant Women's Basketball Coach Gadsden State Community College has named Jason Presley as assistant coach for the women’s basketball program. Categories: General Athletics Tags:
07/29/2026	Gadsden State's Cardinal Foundation names new Board of Directors president and vice president Tony Smith and Sheri Rollins have been selected to lead the Cardinal Foundation Board of Directors. Categories: Cardinal Foundation General Tags:
07/28/2026	Gadsden State's Cherokee Campus Welcomes Largest Nursing Class in Campus History Gadsden State Community College's Cherokee Campus is celebrating a major milestone this summer after welcoming the largest nursing cohort in the campus's history. Categories: General Health Sciences Tags:
07/21/2026	Gadsden State Awarded $50,000 Gene Haas Foundation Grant to Support CNC and Engineering Students Gadsden State Community College has been awarded a $50,000 scholarship grant from the Gene Haas Foundation to provide financial assistance to students... Categories: General Tags:
07/16/2026	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Welcomes Five New Members to Board of Directors The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation has appointed five accomplished community leaders to its Board of Directors, further strengthening the Foundation's commitment to supporting Gadsden State. Categories: Cardinal Foundation General Tags:
06/18/2026	Cardinal Foundation Honors Outgoing Board Members for Years of Dedicated Service The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation recognized five outgoing members of its Board of Directors for their exceptional leadership, volunteer service and steadfast commitment to advancing educational o Categories: Cardinal Foundation General Tags:
06/15/2026	Cardinal athletes named to Spring 2026 ACCC Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll Gadsden State Community College Athletic Director Blake Lewis announced that 87 student-athletes and seven athletic teams have been named to the Alabama Community College Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll for the Spring Semester. Categories: General Tags:
06/12/2026	Gadsden State releases Spring 2026 Honors Lists The Spring Semester 2026 Honors Lists at Gadsden State Community College have been released by President Alan Smith. Categories: General Tags:
06/03/2026	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Receives Walmart Spark Good Grant to Expand Public Safety Training The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation has received a grant through the Walmart Spark Good Grant Program to support and expand public safety training initiatives throughout the community. Categories: General Tags:
06/02/2026	Gadsden State students medal at state SkillsUSA competition Gadsden State Community College students earned two gold medals, five silver medals and eight bronze medals during the recent Alabama SkillsUSA Leadership Conference and SkillsUSA Championships in Birmingham. Categories: General Tags:
05/28/2026	Nanda Patel Unveils “Karmic Circles” Exhibition at Meadows Art Gallery After three years of artistic exploration, reflection and creation, internationally influenced mixed-media artist Nanda Patel will debut her newest exhibition, Karmic Circles, at the Meadows Art Gallery on the Wallace Drive campus of Gadsden State Categories: General Tags:
05/26/2026	Gadsden State Announces Spring 2026 Graduates Gadsden State Community College honored graduates from the Spring Semester during commencement on May 14, at Gadsden State Cherokee. Categories: General Tags:
05/21/2026	Gadsden State Celebrates Nursing Apprenticeship Signings with Local Healthcare Employers Gadsden State Community College recognized 6 students and two local employers as they signed employment contracts as part of the Registered Nursing Apprenticeship Program. Categories: General Tags:
05/18/2026	Gadsden State Community College FAME Program Signs 50 The eighth cohort for Gadsden State Community College’s FAME Chapter signed with their respective companies during a signing ceremony April 30, 2026, at the Oxford Civic Center. Categories: General Tags:
05/15/2026	Gadsden State’s Cardinal Commit Orientation Program Scheduled for New Students Gadsden State Community College is hosting a summer orientation for new students in June, July, and August. Categories: General Tags:
05/14/2026	Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony The Gadsden State Community College Health Sciences Division recognized students earning their associate degree in Registered Nursing during a pinning ceremony held May 7, 2026, at the Richard Lindsey Auditorium on the Gadsden State Cherokee Campus. Categories: General Tags:
05/14/2026	Students Recognized for Completing Healthcare Training Programs and Earning Certifications The Gadsden State Community College Skills Training Division recognized students who successfully completed training in Phlebotomy, Nursing Support Technician and Advanced Nursing Assistant with Phlebotomy Categories: General Tags:
05/11/2026	Gadsden State Signs Third CoMeT Cohort On April 28, Gadsden State Community College hosted a signing event for the third cohort of students entering the Consortium of Machining Education Training (CoMeT) Categories: General Tags:
05/08/2026	Gadsden State Adult Education Recognizes GED and High School Diploma Recipients Gadsden State Community College hosted its 2026 Adult Education Graduation for 59 students who earned their general equivalency or high school diploma. Categories: General Tags:
05/06/2026	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Students The Cardinal Foundation proudly announces its scholarship recipients for the 2026–2027 academic year. Categories: General Tags:
05/01/2026	Gadsden State to host Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony Gadsden State Community College will host its Spring Commencement Ceremony at 6 p.m. May 14 in the Richard Lindsey Arena at Gadsden State Cherokee Categories: General Tags:
05/01/2026	Gadsden State Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Athletic Park Gadsden State Community College celebrated the official opening of its new athletic park with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 30, bringing together college leadership, community partners, alumni and supporters Categories: General Tags:
04/29/2026	Gadsden State Celebrates Surgical Technology Program with Ribbon Cutting and Open House Gadsden State Community College hosted a ribbon cutting and open house for its Surgical Technology program on Monday, April 27, at 5 p.m. on the Ayers Campus. Categories: General Tags:
04/29/2026	Gadsden State's Katelyn St. Clair Named NJCAA All-American Gadsden State Women’s Basketball sophomore Katelyn St. Clair has been named an NJCAA All-American Categories: General Tags:
04/28/2026	Gadsden State Simulation Brings Interprofessional Training to Life Gadsden State Community College’s Health Sciences Division hosted a large-scale mass casualty incident simulation on April 17 at the Wallace Drive Campus Categories: General Tags:
04/27/2026	Gadsden State A Cappella Choir to Embark on Multi-City Performance Tour The Gadsden State Community College A Cappella Choir will travel across Alabama and Florida April 27 through May 1, 2026, for a multi-day performance tour. Categories: General Tags:
04/23/2026	Gadsden State FAME Chapter Earns National Recognition as Top Performing Chapter Gadsden State Community College’s Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Chapter has earned national recognition as a Top Performing Chapter for 2026 following a comprehensive quality assurance review conducted by FAME USA. Categories: General Tags:
04/23/2026	Outstanding students recognized at Honors Day at the Ayers Campus Gadsden State Community College recently held its 60th annual Honors Day at the Learning Resource Center for students attending the Ayers Campus in Anniston Categories: General Tags:
04/23/2026	Outstanding Students Honored at Honors Day in Gadsden Gadsden State Community College recently held its 60th annual Honors Day at Wallace Hall for students attending campuses in Gadsden and Centre Categories: General Tags:
04/22/2026	Gadsden State to Host Athletic Complex Ribbon Cutting and Athletic Alumni Recognition Event Gadsden State will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new athletic complex, followed by an alumni recognition event and a full afternoon of baseball and softball games. Categories: General Tags:
04/20/2026	Gadsden State to Host Surgical Technology Program Ribbon Cutting and State of the College Gadsden State Community College will host a ribbon cutting and open house for its Surgical Technology Program at 5 p.m. on April 27 at the Ayers Campus. Categories: General Tags:
04/14/2026	Gadsden State to hire students for Summer Work Program Gadsden State Community College has received funding from the Alabama Department of Human Resources to employ 9 area students this summer. Categories: General Tags:
04/13/2026	Gadsden State’s Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at Catalyst Conference in Baltimore Gadsden State’s Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapter is proud to announce remarkable accomplishments at this year’s Catalyst conference held in Baltimore. Categories: General Tags:
04/10/2026	Gadsden State Hosts Campus and Community Clean-Up Days Across Multiple Campuses Gadsden State Community College students, employees and community volunteers came together this week to support cleaner, more beautiful campuses and surrounding communities as part of Community College Month activities. Categories: General Tags:
04/09/2026	Gadsden State to Host Mass Casualty Simulation for Health Sciences Students Gadsden State Community College’s Health Sciences Division will host a large-scale mass casualty incident simulation on April 17, 2026, from 7:30a.m. to 12p.m. Categories: General Tags:
04/07/2026	Gadsden State and Talladega College Partner to Expand Transfer Opportunities A new partnership between Gadsden State Community College and Talladega College is creating additional opportunities for students Categories: General Tags: mou talladega college signing
03/31/2026	Gadsden State Police to Host Free Church Safety & Security Training Conference The Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department is proud to partner with Cross Creek Community Church to host a Free Church Safety & Security Training Conference Categories: General Tags:
03/30/2026	Gadsden State Cherokee Launches Annual Supply Drive to Support Children's Advocacy Center Gadsden State Community College’s Cherokee Campus will host its annual supply drive throughout the month of April to support the Cherokee County Children’s Advocacy Center, with this year’s effort focused on collecting Play-Doh. Categories: General Tags:
03/27/2026	Gadsden State’s Deddric Tarver Named ACCC Coach of the Year Gadsden State Community College is proud to announce that Head Men’s Basketball Coach Deddric Tarver has been named the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Coach of the Year. Categories: General Tags:
03/26/2026	Gadsden State Celebrates Community College Month with April Events across all Campuses Gadsden State Community College will celebrate Community College Month throughout April with a full calendar of events highlighting student success, campus life and the college’s impact on the region. Categories: General Tags:
03/25/2026	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Establishes Laura Tutor Memorial Nursing Scholarship The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation proudly announces the creation of the Laura Tutor Memorial Nursing Scholarship, established to honor the life, legacy, and compassionate service of Laura Tutor, a 2011 magna cum laude graduate of the nursing program a Categories: General Tags:
03/24/2026	Gadsden State’s Rho Rho Chapter Earns Top Honors at PTK Regional Convention The Rho Rho Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) at Gadsden State Community College earned multiple awards and recognitions during the Alabama Regional PTK Convention held March 6–7 at Coastal Alabama Community College in Fairhope. Categories: General Tags:
03/23/2026	Gadsden State to Host 2026 Preview Days Across Multiple Campuses Offering prospective students and their families an opportunity to experience campus life, explore academic programs and connect with faculty and staff Categories: General Tags:
03/13/2026	Worlds of Work Event Connects Thousands of Students to Career Opportunities in East Alabama Worlds of Work is an immersive, hands-on career exploration event hosted by Gadsden State Community College Categories: General Tags:
03/10/2026	Gadsden State Construction Technology Students Gain Real-World Experience Through Community Partnerships Students in Gadsden State Community College’s Construction Technology program, based on the Valley Street Campus, are building more than just skills. Categories: General Tags:
03/03/2026	ACCS/AAMA Open Scholarship Applications for Automotive Manufacturing Programs The $4,000 scholarships will cover tuition, books, and fees and are available to students Categories: General Tags:
02/27/2026	Gadsden State’s Dr. Blake Lewis Reaches 300 Career Wins as Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach Dr. Lewis secured his 300th career coaching victory as a head coach in the ACCS Categories: General Tags:
02/27/2026	Gadsden State’s Pressley Slaton Named NJCAA Player of the Week A native of Alexandria, Slaton has helped power the Lady Cardinals to a strong start this season Categories: General Tags:
02/27/2026	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Announces Image Matters Endowed Scholarship for Radiography Students The Image Matters Endowed Scholarship was created through a generous gift from local community leader Esta Spector Categories: General Tags:
02/25/2026	Gadsden State Police Department to host Advanced Women's Self-Defense Class The training event is designed to help participants build confidence, strengthen situational awareness and develop practical self-defense and firearm safety skills. Categories: General Tags:
02/23/2026	Gadsden State Expands Workforce Training Partnership Supporting Anniston Munitions Center Employees Gadsden State Community College is strengthening its workforce training efforts by providing Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A training and Hazardous Materials Entry-Level Driver Training at no cost to employees Categories: General Tags:
02/20/2026	Gadsden State Police Chief Jay Freeman Completes Advanced Police Management Training Gadsden State Community College is proud to recognize Police Chief Jay Freeman for completing 160 hours of Police Management training Categories: General Tags:
02/19/2026	Gadsden State Hosts College-Wide Black History Month Celebration Honoring Heritage, Leadership and Legacy The event highlighted the importance of Black history and its lasting influence on education, culture and society Categories: General Tags:
02/13/2026	Dr. Martha Lavender Establishes Endowed Scholarship to Support Future Gadsden State Students Dr. Lavender’s generous gift will create a permanent source of scholarship support for deserving students from Hokes Bluff High School Categories: General Tags:
02/04/2026	Gadsden State Skills Training Division receives grant The check presentation was held on January 20 at the Alabama State House. Categories: General Tags:
02/03/2026	Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association Honors Alumni of the Year for Outstanding Service and Leadership The Alumni of the Year Awards recognize individuals who exemplify the values of excellence, civic engagement, and lifelong learning. Categories: General Tags:
02/02/2026	Gadsden State to Host College-Wide Black History Month Celebration Gadsden State Community College will host a college-wide Black History Month Celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, at 1 p.m. on the Wallace Drive Campus at Meadows. Categories: General Tags:
01/29/2026	Gadsden State Theatre Department presents ‘Rumors’ A farcical comedy by Neil Simon, at 7 p.m. February 26–March 7 in the Inzer Hall Black Box Theatre on the Wallace Drive Campus Categories: General Tags: Rumors by Neil Scott Rumors Neil Scott gadsden state Gadsden State Fine Arts Theatre Joe Fuselli Joseph Parris Carolyn Humphrey Ian Johnson Addie Jenkins Phoenix Rich Afton Yarnell Darius Spears Diana Alhegazen Isaac Hardy Daelynn Caldwell
01/26/2026	Gadsden State Police Department to Host Report-Writing Training Seminar for Public Safety Professionals The training will take place on Friday, February 27, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gadsden State Science Building Auditorium. Categories: General Tags:
01/23/2026	Student-Athletes named to ACCC Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll Gadsden State Community College Athletic Director Blake Lewis announced that 97 student-athletes and seven athletic teams were honored Categories: General Tags:
01/21/2026	Gadsden State releases Fall 2025 honors lists The Fall Semester 2025 President’s List at Gadsden State Community College was released by President Alan Smith. Categories: General Tags:
01/08/2026	Gadsden State announces Summer & Fall 2025 Graduates The College recognized 558 students who successfully completed the requirements for associate degrees, certificates, and short-term certificates, earning a total of 913 credentials. Categories: General Tags:
01/07/2026	Gadsden State launches Cardinal Promise campaign to expand access and affordability 50-75% off college tuition for qualifying students. Categories: General Tags:
12/22/2025	Alan Smith named Exceptional Educator for 2025 by Business Alabama The recognition honors educators who are nominated by their peers for their dedication to student achievement. Categories: General Tags:
12/19/2025	Registered Nursing graduates recognized at pinning ceremony The 22 students also received their associate in applied science in Registered Nursing Categories: General Tags:
12/19/2025	Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony for LPNs The Gadsden State Community College Health Sciences Division recognized students earning their certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing Categories: General Tags:
12/19/2025	Gadsden State Skills Training Division holds pinning ceremony for program completers The 11-week Advanced Nursing Assistant Program is designed to meet the growing needs of the community’s healthcare system. Categories: General Tags:
12/17/2025	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation receives $10,000 grant The award will be used to expand training for the nursing program on our Cherokee Campus. Categories: General Tags:
12/16/2025	Gadsden State wins state award for clean-up project for third year The College was recognized on November 12 at the Wynlakes Golf & Country Club in Montgomery Categories: General Tags:
12/11/2025	Griffey appointed dean of Academic Programs and Services Gadsden State Community College has appointed Dr. Derrick Griffey as the new dean of academic programs and services effective January 2. Categories: General Tags:
12/08/2025	Gadsden State and Jax State Strengthen Transfer Pathways for Students Gadsden State Community College and Jacksonville State University have strengthened their long-standing partnership by signing a new agreement Categories: General Tags:
12/08/2025	Gadsden State to host Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony The event will recognize students who completed program requirements following the summer and fall semesters. Categories: General Tags:
12/03/2025	Gadsden State’s Music Groups Continue Annual Holiday Tradition with Christmas with the Cardinals The free event will be held at 6 p.m. on Dec. 9 in the Inzer Hall- Black Box Theatre on the Wallace Drive Campus. Categories: General Tags:
11/26/2025	Gadsden State faculty and staff receive 2025 Chancellor’s Awards These annual awards recognize outstanding employees across the state for excellence in leadership, teaching, and service. Categories: General Tags:
11/24/2025	Gadsden State Alumni Association accepting Alumni of the Year nominations The Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association is accepting nominations for its annual Alumni of the Year Awards. Categories: General Tags:
11/21/2025	Gadsden State Students Attend Workforce Development Summit, Earn Scholarships The event brought together students from TMCF’s 10 two-year historically Black community colleges (HBCCs) institutions. Categories: General Tags:
10/31/2025	Gadsden State donates to support Carlisle Elementary’s Celebrate Science Program participation Gadsden State Community College has generously donated a check to support Carlisle Elementary School’s participation in the Celebrate Science Program Categories: General Tags:
10/30/2025	Gadsden State supports local Ag students with Poultry Science Pathway As part of this effort, Gadsden State presented a $500 check to each Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter Categories: General Tags:
10/29/2025	Gadsden State Partners with Alabama Construction Recruitment Institute and Alabama Talent Solutions to Host Free Hiring Events in Gadsden and Anniston The hiring events are part of the ACRI Go Build Alabama Initiative which is designed to educate young people on the value of learning a trade. Categories: General Tags:
10/29/2025	Ronnie Watkins Ford and NADA Foundation present $16,000 check to Gadsden State automotive program The Foundation promotes workforce development and technician training at franchised new-car and truck dealerships across the country. Categories: General Tags:
10/20/2025	Gadsden State Enrollment Reaches 5,568 Students — Highest in More Than a Decade Gadsden State Community College is celebrating a major milestone this fall with total enrollment reaching 5,568 students Categories: General Tags:
10/20/2025	Mayor-Elect Jay Howell Appointed to Gadsden State’s Cardinal Foundation Board of Directors A lifelong resident of Centre, Howell has built a career defined by service, leadership, and community engagement. Categories: General Tags:
10/17/2025	Gadsden State to host annual Transfer Fairs The events will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 22 in Allen Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus and Oct. 23 at the Cheaha Center on the Ayers Campus Categories: General Tags:
10/15/2025	Gadsden State Gears Up for Family-Friendly October Festivities Gadsden State Community College is inviting the community to a series of free, family-friendly events throughout October Categories: General Tags:
10/10/2025	Gadsden State’s Cardinal Gala Celebrates a Century with Roaring ’20s Flair The Cardinal Foundation hosted the annual Cardinal Gala on Thursday, Oct. 9, at The Venue at Coosa Landing Categories: General Tags:
10/06/2025	Gadsden State’s CoMeT Program Recognized for Excellence in Work-Based Learning CoMeT has been recognized by the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship as one of the state’s 2025 Regional Best Practices in Work-Based Learning. Categories: General Tags: CoMeT Workforce
09/29/2025	Gadsden State Police and Public Safety hosting free annual Civilian Firearms Class This free training is open to individuals 18 years and older and is designed to enhance participants’ confidence in firearm handling while teaching essential self-defense techniques and situational awareness. Categories: General Tags:
09/17/2025	Gadsden State launches new Alcohol and Drug Awareness Course A new Alcohol and Drug Awareness Course designed for college students, with plans to expand into K–12 schools throughout the College’s service area. Categories: General Tags:
09/16/2025	Gadsden State celebrates 100 years with Centennial Celebration at Wallace Drive Campus Gadsden State Community College marked its centennial on Tuesday, Sept. 16, with a historic 100-year celebration at Beck Gymnasium on the Wallace Drive Campus. Categories: General Tags:
09/11/2025	Gadsden State Theatre to Present Agatha Christie’s ‘A Murder is Announced’ The Gadsden State Community College Theatre Program will present A Murder is Announced at 7 p.m. Oct. 23-25 in the Inzer Hall Black Box Theatre on the Wallace Drive Campus. Categories: General Tags:
09/10/2025	Gadsden State Named Schneider’s “Truck Driving School of the Quarter” The honor places Gadsden State among the top truck driving programs in the country, with Schneider partnering with more than 500 training schools across the United States. Categories: General Tags:
09/08/2025	Gadsden State recognizes dedicated staff with Excellence in Service Awards The annual honors celebrate employees whose contributions have transformed the institution and inspired the campus community. Categories: General Tags:
09/02/2025	Gadsden State Launches New Spirit Program: The Cardinalettes Dance Team Gadsden State Community College is proud to announce the official launch of its newest spirit initiative — the Gadsden State Cardinalettes Dance Team Categories: General Tags:
08/28/2025	Gadsden State celebrates Cherokee Campus as part of College’s centennial year Gadsden State Community College marked its 100th year with a special celebration on Aug. 27, 2025, at the Cherokee Campus Categories: General Tags:
08/20/2025	Gadsden State Cardinal athletes, teams honored by NJCAA Fifty-two Gadsden State Community College student-athletes have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association All-Academic Teams Categories: General Tags:
08/15/2025	Gadsden State partners with Chick-fil-A Gadsden to Launch New Food Service Training Program This is the newest addition to the Chick-fil-A Gadsden’s leadership development platform. Categories: General Tags:
08/15/2025	Gadsden State to Host Centennial Celebration September 16 Honoring 100 Years of Education and Service The event will take place Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. in Beck Gymnasium on the Wallace Drive Campus. Categories: General Tags:
08/06/2025	Gadsden State’s Cardinal Foundation to Host 2025 Cardinal Gala This year’s event is made possible by a contribution from Honda to the foundation’s general fund, with emphasis on workforce development initiatives. Categories: General Tags:
07/29/2025	Gadsden State Baseball Announces 3rd Annual Father-Son Baseball Camp Scheduled for August 24-26, 2025, this camp is free of charge for kids ages 5-14 and will run each evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m Categories: General Tags:
07/29/2025	Gadsden State Cherokee Campus to Host Centennial Celebration Event on August 27 The event will commemorate 23 years of excellence, growth, and educational impact in Cherokee County. Categories: General Tags:
07/17/2025	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation earns a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing effectiveness and reliability have helped it earn a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator. Categories: General Tags:
07/15/2025	Gadsden State Police Department to host Advanced Women’s Self-Defense class in Boaz This training event is an opportunity for women to build confidence, sharpen situational awareness, and learn life-saving self-defense and firearm safety skills Categories: General Tags:
07/09/2025	Alan Smith appointed president of Gadsden State Community College The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Trustees approved Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker’s recommendation to appoint Alan Smith as permanent President of Gadsden State Community College Categories: General Tags:
07/07/2025	Celebrate Gadsden State: 65 Years at the Valley Street Campus Honors a Historic Legacy of Service and Community Gadsden State Community College continued its centennial celebration with a commemorative event marking 65 years of impact at the Valley Street Campus on July 7 Categories: General Tags:
07/03/2025	Gadsden State Police and Public Safety Department Celebrates Two Years of Growth, Service and Community Impact Since its formation, the department has made remarkable strides across the college’s five campuses and the three counties it proudly serves. Categories: General Tags:
07/03/2025	Gadsden State Community College, Word Alive International Outreach, and 7 Springs Ministries Form Partnership for Transformation This initiative is designed to empower individuals in recovery by providing them with the skills and resources necessary for successful reintegration into society and the workforce. Categories: General Tags:
07/01/2025	Gadsden State hosts free STEM & career camp for local students Gadsden State Community College welcomed middle school students to its Advanced Manufacturing Center for a three-day STEM & career camp Categories: General Tags:
06/27/2025	Cardinal Foundation provides new evidence lockers to the Gadsden State Police Department The Gadsden State Community College Police Department is proud to announce the installation of new evidence lockers at its main administrative office on the Wallace Drive Campus. Categories: General Tags:
06/27/2025	Cardinal athletes named to Spring 2025 ACCC Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll A multitude of Gadsden State Community College student-athletes and all eight athletic teams were honored Categories: General Tags:
06/26/2025	Celebrate Gadsden State: 60 Years at Ayers Campus Marks Major Milestone in College’s Centennial Year The event brought together students, alumni, retirees, community members, and local leaders to celebrate Ayers’ legacy Categories: General Tags:
06/11/2025	Triplett named new tennis coach at Gadsden State Community College Triplett played high school tennis at Guntersville High and continued at the collegiate level, competing for Gadsden State Community College and Huntingdon College. Categories: General Tags: athletics tennis sports tennis
06/10/2025	Gadsden State’s Cardinal Foundation recognizes outgoing officers, welcomes new officers and board members During the most recent board meeting of the Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation, several board members were recognized for their service to the Board of Directors and new officers were recognized Categories: General Tags:
05/30/2025	Gadsden community honors accomplished educator with “Dr. Kathy Murphy Day” Community members arrived at the Council Chambers at Gadsden City Hall to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Dr. Kathy Murphy Categories: General Tags:
05/30/2025	Gadsden State students named to Spring 2025 honors lists The Spring Semester 2025 President’s List at Gadsden State Community College was released by President Kathy Murphy Categories: General Tags:
05/29/2025	Cardinal Rise Summer Program Offers Free Job Skills Training for Students This initiative empowers students to gain valuable, real-world skills in high-demand industries—completely free of charge. Categories: General Tags:
05/27/2025	Gadsden State’s Cardinal Commit orientation program scheduled for June & July Gadsden State Community College is hosting a series of summer orientations for new students beginning in June. Categories: General Tags:
05/23/2025	Gadsden State Cardinals earn conference accolades Gadsden State Community College head baseball coach and an infielder earned the highest recognition from the Alabama Community College Conference Categories: General Tags:
05/22/2025	Gadsden State wins three Excellence in Education Awards The Etowah Chamber of Commerce hosted its eighth annual Excellence in Education and Teachers of the Year Luncheon on May 8 Categories: General Tags:
05/21/2025	City of Glencoe donates police vehicle to Gadsden State Community College Students in Collision Repair Program help restore Tahoe, saving thousands Categories: General Tags:
05/15/2025	Gadsden State signs second CoMeT cohort Gadsden State Community College hosted a signing event May 15 for the second cohort of students to be in the Consortium of Machining Education Training Categories: General Tags:
05/15/2025	Alan Smith named interim president of Gadsden State Community College Gadsden State Community College proudly announces the appointment of Alan Smith as Interim President Categories: General Tags:
05/14/2025	Gadsden State President Dr. Kathy Murphy accepts presidential role at Wallace Community College President Dr. Kathy Murphy has announced that she has accepted the position of president at Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama, effective June 1. Categories: General Tags:
05/14/2025	Gadsden State announces Spring 2025 graduates Gadsden State Community College’s Spring Commencement Ceremony was held on May 13 at the Richard Lindsey Arena at Gadsden State Cherokee Categories: General Tags:
05/13/2025	Simulation provides students with real-world training in emergency response More than 100 students from Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Radiography and Medical Laboratory Technician programs participated in the tornado disaster simulation Categories: General Tags:
05/12/2025	Gadsden State honors body donors at appreciation event Gadsden State Community College’s Science Department hosted its first Donor Appreciation Event May 1 in the auditorium of the Science Building on the East Broad Campus. Categories: General Tags:
05/12/2025	Gadsden State student overcomes the odds, earns diploma and scholarship With her husband and children in the audience, Candida Pedro Aguirre proudly walked across the stage on May 1 Categories: General Tags:
05/09/2025	Gadsden State’s FAME Program signs 39 The seventh cohort for Gadsden State Community College’s FAME Chapter signed with their respective companies during a signing ceremony May 1 at the Oxford Civic Center. Categories: General Tags:
05/09/2025	Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony The Gadsden State Community College Health Sciences Division recognized students earning their associate degree in Registered Nursing during a pinning ceremony. Categories: General Tags:
05/08/2025	Students receive GED during graduation ceremony Gadsden State Community College hosted its 2025 Adult Education Graduation for 35 students who earned their general equivalency or high school diploma. Categories: General Tags:
05/07/2025	Gadsden State students earn scholarships to four-year universities Gadsden State Community College students are making strides toward their academic future by earning scholarships to transfer to four-year universities across Alabama. Categories: General Tags:
05/07/2025	Gadsden State students named to All-Alabama Academic Team Two members of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at Gadsden State Community College have earned accolades for outstanding academic achievement as well as college and community service. Categories: General Tags:
05/06/2025	Gadsden State Baseball earns No. 2 seed in ACCC Division I Regional Tournament Gadsden State Community College’s baseball team is heading to the Alabama Community College Conference Division I Regional Tournament as the No. 2 seed. Categories: General Tags:
05/05/2025	Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation awards scholarships Gadsden State Community College’s Cardinal Foundation hosted their annual scholarship dinner April 22 to honor scholarship donors and recipients. Categories: General Tags:
04/28/2025	Outstanding students recognized at Honors Day at the Ayers Campus Gadsden State Community College recently held its 59th annual Honors Day at the Learning Resource Center for students attending the Ayers Campus in Anniston. Categories: General Tags:
04/28/2025	Outstanding students honored at Honors Day in Gadsden Gadsden State Community College recently held its 59th annual Honors Day at Beck Conference Center for students attending campuses in Gadsden and Centre. Categories: General Tags:
04/25/2025	Gadsden State offers state’s only comprehensive DMS Program Gadsden State Community College offers Alabama’s only comprehensive Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that includes instruction in abdomen, small parts, obstetrics-gynecology and vascular sonography—integrated into one associate degree. Categories: General Tags:
04/24/2025	PTK Inducts record number of members The Rho Rho Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at Gadsden State Community College inducted its largest number of members in the history of the chapter Categories: General Tags:
04/24/2025	Gadsden State tennis coach announces retirement After more than two decades of leadership, mentorship and success on the court, Buster Stewart, the Gadsden State Community College men’s tennis head coach is retiring. Categories: General Tags:
04/24/2025	Gadsden State Offers Driver’s Education Courses, ACT Prep through Continuing Education Gadsden State Community College is now enrolling students in upcoming driver’s education courses through its Continuing Education and Corporate Training Division. Categories: General Tags:
04/21/2025	April Briefs Upcoming Events Categories: General Tags:
04/21/2025	GSCC Health Sciences Mass Casualty Simulation Announcement Gadsden State’s Health Sciences Division will host its first-ever mass casualty simulation on Friday, May 2, at the Wallace Drive Campus Categories: General Tags:
04/18/2025	Gadsden State Police Department launches Chaplain Program to support officers, students, employees and communities This innovative program, one of the first of its kind at a community college in Alabama. Categories: General Tags:
04/18/2025	Gadsden State offers state’s only Civil Engineering Technology Program Gadsden State Community College is the only community college in Alabama to offer civil engineering, providing hands-on training for design and inspection of infrastructure that shape communities. Categories: General Tags:
04/15/2025	Students, Instructors shine at ALSRT Conference Students and instructors from Gadsden State Community College’s Radiography Program made an impression at the 77th Annual Conference of the Alabama Society of Radiologic Technologists Categories: General Tags:
04/15/2025	Gadsden State Celebrates Sophomore Class During Doubleheader Sweep Over Chattahoochee Valley Gadsden State Community College honored its sophomore baseball players on Saturday, April 12 Categories: General Tags:
04/15/2025	Women’s Club of Weiss Lake Donates $1,500 for Gadsden State Cherokee Scholarship The Women’s Club of Weiss Lake is offering a scholarship to a deserving Gadsden State Community College student. Categories: General Tags:
04/14/2025	Students, advisor attend PTK Catalyst Two Gadsden State Community College students and their advisor attended PTK Catalyst, the annual convention for Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Categories: General Tags:
04/11/2025	Gadsden State offers hands-on learning in Human Gross Anatomy Lab A unique learning opportunity for students pursuing careers in healthcare is offered at Gadsden State Community College. Categories: General Tags:
04/08/2025	Training offered in state’s only NCRA-approved Court Reporting Program In a world where every word matters, court reporters and captioners are the silent guardians of accuracy. Categories: General Tags:
04/07/2025	Gadsden State HBCU Campus Building Listed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks & Heritage The Eugene N. Prater Administration Building, located on Gadsden State Community College’s Valley Street Campus, has been officially listed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks & Heritage by the Alabama Historical Commission. Categories: General Tags:
04/03/2025	Gadsden State Cuts Ribbon for the Gene Haas Center, Advancing Workforce Training in Precision Manufacturing Gadsden State Community College celebrated a major step forward in workforce development on March 19th with the official ribbon cutting of the new Gene Haas Center for Advanced Machining and Engineering Technology Categories: General Tags:
04/03/2025	Gadsden State Celebrates 100 Years of Excellence and Impact Gadsden State Community College is commemorating its 100th anniversary with the "Celebrate Gadsden State" campaign, highlighting a century of academic excellence and community service. Categories: General Tags:
04/03/2025	Davis appointed dean of Institutional Effectiveness, Grants and Special Projects Gadsden State Community College has a new dean of Institutional Effectiveness, Grants and Programs. Dr. Dana Davis has been appointed to the position effective April 14. Categories: General Tags:
04/02/2025	Gadsden State Police Department set to host Advanced Women’s Self-Defense Class on April 19 The Gadsden State Community College Police Department is proud to host a free Advanced Women’s Self-Defense Class on Saturday, April 19, at the Beck Conference Center on the Wallace Drive Campus. Categories: General Tags:
03/31/2025	Gadsden State hosting Campus Cleanup Days Gadsden State Community College is hosting its annual Campus Cleanup Days as a part of its Community College Month activities. Categories: General Tags:
03/25/2025	Jones named Division I Player of the Week Gadsden State Community College’s Charlie Jones has been named Division I Player of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference. Categories: General Tags:
03/24/2025	Davis named Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholar Gadsden State Community College student Collins Davis has been named a 2025 Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholar, an honor that comes with a $1,000 scholarship. Categories: General Tags:
03/24/2025	Veterans Upward Bound program moves to new location The Veterans Upward Bound program at Gadsden State Community College has recently moved into a new, more accessible location in the basement of Naylor Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus Categories: General Tags:
03/21/2025	New board members join the Cardinal Foundation The Cardinal Foundation, a support organization of Gadsden State Community College, added four area leaders to the board of directors: Jake Leath, Adrienne Reed, Kyle Reeves and Jonathan Mosely. Categories: General Tags:
03/17/2025	ACCS/AAMA to offer Scholarships for Automotive Manufacturing Programs Applications for the $4,000 individual scholarships are now open to students enrolled in an eligible program at an Alabama community college. Categories: General Tags:
03/13/2025	Former Gadsden State student Isaiah Moore to appear on American Idol Former Gadsden State Community College student Isaiah Moore will appear on ABC’s “American Idol” at 7 p.m. CST Sunday. Categories: General Tags:
03/11/2025	Radiography Program earns maximum JRCERT accreditation Gadsden State College’s Radiography Program has once again earned the maximum eight-year accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Categories: General Tags:
03/11/2025	Ribbon cutting to be held for new Precision Machining lab Lab funded with $1 million grant from Haas Foundation Categories: General Tags:
03/10/2025	Student organization launches project to support job interview success The Paralegal Association at Gadsden State Community College is opening the Cardinal Career Closet, an initiative designed to help students access professional attire for job interviews. Categories: General Tags:
03/10/2025	Gadsden State Skills Training Division grant recipient The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention joined local and state leaders to present a check in the amount of $13.6 million to grantees, including the Skills Training Division at Gadsden State Community College. Categories: General Tags:
03/06/2025	Robertson named new dean of Workforce Development Andy Robertson of Sand Rock has been named the new dean of Workforce Development at Gadsden State Community College. Categories: General Tags:
03/05/2025	Gadsden State announces revamped program, new director Gadsden State Community College is ushering in a new chapter for its Surgical Technology Program with the appointment of Dr. Stephanie Austin as the new program director. Categories: General Tags:
03/05/2025	Outstanding Alumni honored during Homecoming festivities The Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association presented its Outstanding Alumni of the Year Awards during the Homecoming festivities on Feb. 13 in the Beck Gymnasium. Categories: General Tags:
02/28/2025	Gadsden State to host Preview Days 2025 Prospective students of all ages are invited to attend one of our four upcoming Preview Days at Gadsden State Community College on the campus of their choice. Categories: General Tags:
02/27/2025	Cardinal Foundation receives donations to support students Gadsden State Community College’s Cardinal Foundation has received several recent donations and scholarships that will continue to enhance educational opportunities for students across the region. Categories: General Tags:
02/25/2025	Scholarship set up in memory of the late Kathy Brown Gadsden State Community College’s Support Personnel Association has teamed with the Cardinal Foundation to establish the Kathy Brown Memorial Scholarship, a new award created to honor the legacy of a beloved SPA member and retired college employee. Categories: General Tags:
02/21/2025	TRIO Programs Celebrated for Empowering Students, Veterans Underrepresented groups at Gadsden State Community College receive valuable support from TRIO programs created to eliminate barriers to higher education. Categories: General Tags:
02/19/2025	Croy Named Player of the Week Croy is the first Gadsden State Community College softball player to be named the Division I Player of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference Categories: General Tags:
02/17/2025	Students attend Workforce Development Summit, earn scholarships Two Gadsden State Community College students from the Valley Street Campus attended the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit Categories: General Tags:
02/12/2025	Gadsden State Community College Generates $270.5 Million Dollars in Economic Impact Gadsden State Community College (GSCC) continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth and community development across Alabama. Categories: General Tags:
02/07/2025	Gadsden State presents ‘Importance of Being Earnest’ The production will run for two weekends: March 6-8 and March 13-15 Categories: General Tags:
02/06/2025	Norris named head coach of women’s basketball team Norris has 34 years of experience coaching at the collegiate and high school levels Categories: General Tags:
02/05/2025	Gadsden State launches Behavioral Intervention Team The BIT is a part of the Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Strategy Categories: General Tags:
02/04/2025	Gadsden State Athletics accepting nominations for new Hall of Fame The Hall of Fame seeks to honor athletes, coaches, teams and contributors who have made significant contributions to Gadsden State Athletics over the years Categories: General Tags:
02/04/2025	Gadsden State Community College Celebrates Black History Month Gadsden State Community College is proud to honor Black History Month with two events. Categories: General Tags: black history month
02/04/2025	Gadsden State to host homecoming The theme for the 2025 Homecoming is “Let’s Glow Cardinals!” Categories: General Tags:
02/04/2025	Watkins named ACCC Player of the Week The honor comes after Watkins’ outstanding performance in the Cardinals’ 86-82 victory over Shelton State Categories: General Tags:
01/23/2025	Slaten named to Gadsden State’s Executive Cabinet Slaten has been a part of GSCC for over 27 years Categories: General Tags:
01/22/2025	Gadsden State students named to Fall 2024 honors lists Congratulations, Cardinals Categories: General Tags:
01/21/2025	Austin Tillison named Director of Public Relations and Marketing at Gadsden State Community College Tillison is also an alumnus of GSCC Categories: General Tags:
01/20/2025	Delayed opening Jan. 21 (Ayers Campus closed) Faculty and staff will report to work at 9:30 a.m. Classes will start at 10 a.m. Categories: General Tags:
01/09/2025	Gadsden State announces Summer & Fall 2024 graduates List of names included Categories: General Tags:
01/09/2025	Gadsden State campuses will be closed Friday, January 10, 2025 Registration for the Spring Semester does remain open during this time. Categories: General Tags:
01/09/2025	Student-athletes named to ACCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll For the Fall 2024 Semester Categories: General Tags:
01/07/2025	Fort named dean of Academic Programs and Services Fort brings over two decades of diverse experience in leadership and program development to her new role at Gadsden State Categories: General Tags:
01/07/2025	Gadsden State basketball teams begin Alabama Community College Conference Play The league opener is this Thursday Categories: General Tags:
01/03/2025	Gadsden State Community College to Host Behavioral Intervention Threat Assessment Training This four-hour course will provide valuable insights and strategies for enhancing safety and preparedness in schools and communities Categories: General Tags:
01/02/2025	Gadsden State hosts commencement exercises Graduates from the Summer and Fall Semesters were honored Categories: General Tags: