Gadsden, Ala. – Six Gadsden State Community College nursing students have been hired by three area health care facilities through the Registered Nursing Apprenticeship Program. The students formally signed employment contracts during a signing ceremony Aug. 20 at the Beck Conference Center on Gadsden State’s Wallace Drive Campus.“These students have worked hard to prepare for careers in nursing, and we are proud to see their dedication rewarded with employment opportunities in our community,” said Dr. Joey
Gadsden, Ala. — George Wallace Drive will be closed beginning Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, for approximately one week while the City of Gadsden completes roadway repairs.The closure will affect George Wallace Drive from the Alabama Highway 759 exit to Padenreich Avenue.Gadsden State's East Broad and Wallace Drive campuses will remain open throughout the project. Students, employees and visitors should access both campuses via Padenreich Avenue or Cardinal Drive.The East Broad Campus can be accessed from
Gadsden State Community College will celebrate the newly renovated Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11.The event will highlight significant renovations and improvements to Wallace Hall, which serves as a hub for fine arts education, performances and events at Gadsden State.What: Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center Ribbon CuttingWhen: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11Where: Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center, 1001 George Wallace Drive, GadsdenCollege leaders, faculty, staff,
Glencoe, Ala. – Catalyst Community Church will host a free Church Safety Class from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 12 at 1707 Reid Circle in Glencoe. The training will be presented by the Gadsden State Community College Police & Public Safety Department.The class is designed for church security and safety teams, church leaders, staff members, volunteers and others who play a role in helping protect their congregations.The training will focus on practical strategies churches can use to strengthen safety and
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College and Drake State Community and Technical College are partnering to offer Entrepreneurship Fundamentals, a six-week non-credit course designed to give aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners the practical skills and tools needed to start, manage and grow a successful business.The course begins Sept. 15 and will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.Entrepreneurship Fundamentals combines foundational entrepreneurship concepts with hands-on
Gadsden, Ala. — The Gadsden State Community College men’s and women’s cross country teams enter the 2026 season under third-year head coach Jackson Millander with a strong group of returning runners and talented newcomers ready to compete in the Alabama Community College Conference and on the national stage.The Cardinals return a large group of sophomores who gained valuable collegiate experience during the 2025 season.On the men’s side, Caleb Gay of Alexandria, Angel Martinez of Douglas, Ethan Patterson of
Gadsden, Ala. – A generous investment from Alabama Power Company is creating new opportunities for students at Gadsden State Community College’s Valley Street Campus through the establishment of the Alabama Power Company Endowed Career Technical and Workforce Development Scholarship.The scholarship will directly support students pursuing career technical and workforce development programs at Valley Street, the College’s historically Black campus. By providing financial assistance for hands-on training and
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College and the City of Gadsden celebrated another investment in the Gadsden Sports Park on Aug. 20 with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new ten-court tennis center. The new tennis center is the latest addition to the Sports Park, continuing a partnership between Gadsden State and the City of Gadsden to develop athletic facilities that serve both the College and the greater Gadsden community. “This project is another great example of what can happen when we work
Gadsden, Ala. – The Summer Semester 2026 President’s List at Gadsden State Community College was released by President Alan Smith. Full-time students who earn a semester grade point average of 4.0 and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours of college-level work are named to the President’s List. They are:Albertville – Gustavo Casillas, Ana Jimenez Montano, Eduardo Ramirez, Kenyan Smith, and PJ WattsAlexandria – Joseph Breunig, Katelyn Garrett, Blackston Owens, and Trace PerryAltoona – Hannah Cummings, Amanda
Gadsden, Ala. — The Gadsden State volleyball team enters the 2026 season with a strong group of returning players, new talent and high expectations for conference play.Head Coach Connie Clark, now in her second year leading the Cardinals, returns five sophomores and welcomes two sophomore transfers to a roster that will look to compete for an Alabama Community College Conference championship.“We are very excited to start the 2026 volleyball season,” Clark said. “We are entering our second year of coaching
The Etowah County business community gathered on May 20, 2026, for the Etowah Update: Workforce Development Summit hosted by the Etowah Chamber at Gadsden State Community College’s Advanced Manufacturing Center. Sponsored by Gadsden State Community College, the summit brought together community leaders, elected officials, educators, and industry professionals for a candid discussion on the future of workforce development in Etowah County and the growing demand for skilled workers in manufacturing and
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
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
