GADSDEN, AL. – Underrepresented groups at Gadsden State Community College receive valuable support from TRIO programs created to eliminate barriers to higher education. The federal programs are funded through Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and are designed to help students overcome challenges, such as economic hardship, educational deficits and social obstacles. The programs will be celebrated and recognized on National TRIO Day on Feb. 22. “TRIO programs are an essential part of Gadsden
GADSDEN, AL — Gadsden State Community College (GSCC) continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth and community development across Alabama. According to the latest Economic Impact Study for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 by Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics, GSCC generated an impressive $270.5 million in total added income for the regional economy, equal to approximately 2.3% of the total gross regional product of the GSCC Service Area, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of
Gadsden, Ala. – Two Gadsden State Community College students from the Valley Street Campus attended the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit held Jan. 30-Feb. 1 in Birmingham. The students are Giaus Spurgeon and Dyamond McCadney. The Summit, which serves as a forum for Historically Black Community Colleges to connect with workforce talent and industry partners, provided an invaluable three-day experience for the students to learn the skills required to thrive, grow and
GADSDEN, AL – The Gadsden State Police/Public Safety Department is incredibly grateful for the support from Etowah County Commissioner Craig Inzer Jr. and the County Commission, who have provided funding to help us purchase bulletproof vests and body cameras for our officers. Investing in officer safety and accountability is essential to our team and the communities we serve. These resources will strengthen our ability to protect and serve, ensuring that our officers can carry out their duties with
GADSDEN, AL – Ally 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. The freshman catcher and utility player posted a .643 batting average over the week. “Ally is an incredibly talented player who works and competes as hard as any player I’ve ever coached,” said Ryan Clark, head coach. Croy, a native of Lyerly, Ga., and graduate of Chattooga High School, earned the honor after recording seven
GADSDEN, AL – Longtime coach Eddy Norris has been named the new head basketball coach for the Gadsden State Community College Lady Cardinals. With 34 years of experience coaching at the collegiate and high school levels, Norris brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the team. “I’ve been blessed,” he said. “It’s been 34 successful years of coaching, and I’m very proud of that.” Norris said he has a long-standing commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court. “I want
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Theatre Department will present Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” at the Black Box Theatre in Meadows Hall. The production will run for two weekends: March 6-8 and March 13-15. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. each night as well as 2 p.m. matinees on Saturdays. The play was first performed in 1895 and is widely considered Wilde’s most brilliant and enduring work. It is an exploration of identity, love and social expectations and
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Gadsden, AL February 10, 2025– The New Year often reignites an interest in health and wellness – in a 2024 poll, 79% of respondents said their New Years’ resolutions involved health. While sweeping resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, there are small, simple steps that you can take every day to make a lasting improvement in your health. “Even small lifestyle changes can increase longevity, reduce the risk associated with chronic disease, improve mental health and increase energy,” said Angie Pate,
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College is proud to honor Black History Month with two events. On February 10, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., the East Broad Campus will host a Black History Month Celebration in the Science Building Auditorium. The event will feature Jerome McQueen, PE, as the guest speaker. McQueen, a distinguished professional engineer, will share his insights and experiences on leadership and excellence within the engineering field. This event is open to students, faculty, staff, and the
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