Gadsden, Ala. – 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. The SkillsUSA theme for this year was “Champion Your Future”.Technical students from Gadsden State’s Ayers, East Broad and Valley Street campuses competed with students in over 85 different categories including industrial motor control, HVACR, automotive refinishing, robotics and
Centre, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College honored graduates from the Spring Semester during commencement on May 14, at Gadsden State Cherokee. The college recognized 440 students who successfully completed the requirements for associate degrees, certificates, and short-term certificates, earning a total of 732 credentials.There were 132 students honored for their academic achievement with traditional cords signaling the level of honor they achieved.In total, 31 students received the highest honor by
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College recognized 6 students and two local employers as they signed employment contracts as part of the Registered Nursing Apprenticeship Program. The signing event took place May 8 at the Beck Conference Center on the Wallace Drive Campus.“We are grateful for the healthcare partners who support these programs and provide opportunities for our students to learn and grow,” said Dr. Joey Battles, dean of Heath Sciences at Gadsden State. “Healthcare professionals play a
Oxford, Ala. – 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.FAME, or the Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education, is an apprenticeship-style program that allows students to attend class two days a week and work three days a week in a local advanced manufacturing facility.“The FAME program is a strong example of effective workforce development: collaborative, practical,
Gadsden, Ala. – 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, during a pinning ceremony held on May 5, 2026, in the Advanced Manufacturing Center on the East Broad Campus.The Phlebotomy program is a six-week course designed to prepare students for entry into the healthcare field. In addition to phlebotomy training, students have the opportunity to
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College is hosting a summer orientation for new students in June, July, and August. The orientation is designed to assist students with enrollment to the College, and it connects them with individuals and groups that will assist in their success and college completion.“Our Cardinal Commit events are designed to give incoming students a confident, hands-on start to their college journey”, said Cody Beck, Director of Enrollment Services. “During these sessions, our team
Centre, Ala. – 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. The 55 students will receive the associate in applied science in Registered Nursing during commencement exercises May 14, 2026, at Gadsden State Cherokee.“The RN pinning ceremony is a meaningful milestone for our graduates, their loved ones, and
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
Gadsden, AL – A new chapter in community access to reading has officially begun. The Etowah Chamber was proud to join the Gadsden Public Library and city leaders for a ribbon cutting at the Carver Community Center to celebrate the installation of Alabama’s second-ever LibCabinet, an innovative book vending machine that brings the library directly into the neighborhood. Located at 1030 Tuscaloosa Avenue, the Carver Community Center is now home to one of two new LibCabinets in Gadsden. The second cabinet is
