Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation receives $10,000 grant
Gadsden, Ala. – The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation received a $10,000 grant from the Tillotson-Menlo Charitable Foundation. The award will be used to expand training for the nursing program on our Cherokee Campus. “This generous grant will make an immediate and meaningful impact on our nursing students,” said Dr. Joey Battles, dean of Health Sciences. “Enhancing our training resources on the Cherokee Campus ensures that our students have access to the tools and experiences they need to succeed in
Registered Nursing graduates recognized at pinning ceremony
The Gadsden State Community College Skills Training Division recognized students earning their certification as medication assistants, and advanced nursing assistants with phlebotomy during a pinning ceremony held on December 16 in the Advanced Manufacturing Center on the East Broad Campus.The 11-week Advanced Nursing Assistant Program is designed to meet the growing needs of the community’s healthcare system. It prepares students to perform routine nursing-related services, including phlebotomy, to
Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds 2025 pinning ceremony for LPNs
Centre, Ala. – The Gadsden State Community College Health Sciences Division recognized students earning their certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing during a Dec. 15 pinning ceremony. The Fall Semester 2025 graduates are:Anniston - Imani Afford, Cartrica Foster, Felix Waldrop, Selena WhitmanAshville – Alexis DailyAttalla – Madison KelleyBoaz – Breanna JacobsCentre – Hannah HarperCropwell – Marissa RittenGadsden – Tyler Mostiller, Taylor WittHeflin – Riona Jordan, Casey LailLeesburg – Anna SmithLincoln –
Gadsden State Skills Training Division holds pinning ceremony for program completers
The Gadsden State Community College Skills Training Division recognized students earning their certification as medication assistants, and advanced nursing assistants with phlebotomy during a pinning ceremony held on December 16 in the Advanced Manufacturing Center on the East Broad Campus.The 11-week Advanced Nursing Assistant Program is designed to meet the growing needs of the community’s healthcare system. It prepares students to perform routine nursing-related services, including phlebotomy, to
Gadsden State wins state award for clean-up project for third year
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College was recognized by Coca-Cola UNITED during the annual Alabama PALS Governor’s Awards Ceremony. The College was recognized on November 12 at the Wynlakes Golf & Country Club in Montgomery for its Don’t Drop It on Alabama project. This is the third year in a row that Gadsden State has been recognized with this statewide award. “The collective effort to remove litter from our surrounding communities reflects our commitment to stewardship, responsibility, and
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.As the dean of Academic Programs and Services, Dr. Griffey will provide leadership for the College’s largest instructional division, which includes the academic departments of Science, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Languages and Humanities, Fine Arts, and Business, Legal Studies and Computer Sciences. He will also oversee key academic support units such as the Teaching and
Gadsden State and Jax State Strengthen Transfer Pathways for Students
Jacksonville, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College and Jacksonville State University have strengthened their long-standing partnership by signing a new agreement designed to help more Gadsden State graduates continue their education at Jax State. The signing took place in the Executive Conference Room in Angle Hall at Jacksonville State, where Gadsden State President Alan Smith and Jax State President Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr., formalized the updated memorandum of understanding. The agreement
Etowah County Leaders in Industry Meet for Workforce Summit
Gadsden, AL – The Etowah Chamber recently hosted The Etowah Update: Workforce Development Summit, presented by Gadsden State Community College, at the college’s Advanced Manufacturing Center. The event brought together educators, industry leaders, and workforce experts for a panel discussion on career opportunities and workforce development in Etowah County and the surrounding region. Gadsden State President Alan Smith opened the summit by emphasizing the college’s commitment to preparing students for
Leaders weigh in on the State of Healthcare in Etowah
GADSDEN, AL - The Etowah Chamber hosted its first-ever Etowah Update: Healthcare Summit at Gadsden State Community College on August 20th, 2025 bringing together leaders in healthcare, higher education, and workforce development to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of local care. Chamber President & CEO Philip Hall opened the program by thanking sponsors and highlighting the Chamber’s role in convening leaders around critical issues. Gadsden State President Alan Smith welcomed
Over Fifty educators recognized at Education Awards Ceremony
GADSDEN, AL – The Etowah Chamber recognized outstanding achievements in education during its annual Excellence in Education & Teachers of the Year Awards Ceremony, presented by Gadsden State Community College. The event took place at The Venue at Coosa Landing, where over 300 educators, administrators, and community members gathered to honor excellence across Northeast Alabama's schools. Each winning Teacher of the Year received an award featuring original student artwork by Savanna "Virgil" Stinson
