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11/11/2024

Register for Spring 2025

Classes begin January 13

01/09/2025

Gadsden State announces Summer & Fall 2024 graduates

List of names included

01/09/2025

Gadsden State campuses will be closed Friday, January 10, 2025

Registration for the Spring Semester does remain open during this time.

01/09/2025

Student-athletes named to ACCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll

For the Fall 2024 Semester

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

01/07/2025

Gadsden State basketball teams begin Alabama Community College Conference Play

The league opener is this Thursday

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

01/02/2025

Gadsden State hosts commencement exercises

Graduates from the Summer and Fall Semesters were honored

12/20/2024

Gadsden State to host 2nd Annual father/son baseball camp

The camp is set for Jan. 26-28, 2025

12/20/2024

Smith accepts vice president position at Gadsden State

Smith has been the dean of Workforce Development since 2019

12/20/2024

Skills Training Division holds pinning ceremony program completers

A pinning ceremony was held Dec. 17

12/19/2024

Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony for LPNs

The ceremony took place on Dec. 18

12/19/2024

Registered Nursing graduates recognized at pinning ceremony

The ceremony was held Dec. 16

12/19/2024

Auditions to be held for ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’

Auditions will be at 6 p.m. Jan. 6 and 7

12/12/2024

Building address initiative enhances campus safety

The physical addresses are now reflected on maps available on the Gadsden State website to ensure clear and precise location information for students, employees and visitors

12/10/2024

Cheaha Center renovations include co-location of the One Stop Center and Anniston Career Center

The One Stop Center is a key student services hub for Gadsden State

12/06/2024

Gadsden State’s music groups continue an annual tradition with Christmas with the Cardinals

The free event is 6 p.m. Dec. 10 in the former Meadows Library space in Inzer Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus

12/06/2024

Gadsden State to host commencement ceremony

The event will be at 6 p.m. Dec. 19 in the Richard Lindsey Arena at Gadsden State Cherokee

12/04/2024

Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation launches ’12 Days of Giving’ campaign 

The support organization of Gadsden State Community College is providing an opportunity for donors to make a meaningful, tax-deductible contribution to the College during the holiday season

11/26/2024

Gadsden State faculty and staff win Chancellor’s Awards

Winners were recognized during the Alabama Community College Association Conference Nov. 24 in Montgomery

11/14/2024

Nannucci named Division I Player of the Week

Nannucci is on GSCC's Men's Basketball team

11/14/2024

Gadsden State highlights Nursing Program during National Apprenticeship Week

Currently, 35 apprentices from the Gadsden State Nursing Program are working registered healthcare facilities across northeast Alabama

11/13/2024

Gadsden State wins statewide award for clean-up project

This is the second year in a row that Gadsden State was recognized with this statewide award.

11/12/2024

Bryant named to All-North Second Team in Volleyball

Bryant, a native of Jacksonville and a graduate of Pleasant Valley High School, has had an impressive freshman season

11/12/2024

Gadsden State to celebrate International Education Week

Nov. 18-22

11/07/2024

Cross Country team to run at national competition Saturday

The race will be Nov. 9 at Pole Green Park in Richmond, Va.

11/07/2024

PTK, Gadsden State employee team up to help western North Carolina

Pendley, who works as the administrative assistant in the Business, Computer Science and Legal Studies Division, connected with members of Phi Theta Kappa, Gadsden State’s honor society

11/06/2024

Gadsden State A Cappella Choir announces 2024 Christmas Tour

All performances are free

11/05/2024

Gadsden State Police/Public Safety Department Hosting Inaugural Basic Civilian Firearm Training

The course will be Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wallace Drive Campus, Beck Conference Center

11/05/2024

Gadsden State Cherokee, Rotary Club collecting food for Family Care Center

Donations will be collected through Nov. 30 in the lobby of Gadsden State Cherokee

11/01/2024

Gadsden State President Dr. Kathy Murphy honored with prestigious recognitions

Murphy will be honored at Troy University on Saturday during halftime of the Trojans’ game against Coastal Carolina University

11/01/2024

Gadsden State and Samford University team up to simplify transfer process for graduates

This agreement not only simplifies the transition for students but also opens doors to scholarship opportunities

10/30/2024

Alumni Association, Phi Theta Kappa partner in improvement efforts

The Quad is getting a fresh look and added functionality

10/29/2024

‘Merry Wives of Windsor’ to be performed in new black box theatre

7 p.m. Nov. 21-23 in the brand-new black box theatre

10/28/2024

Margin of Excellence grants awarded at Gadsden State

The Margin of Excellence Committee awarded a total of $25,000 in grants for the 2024-25 academic year.

10/23/2024

Priority registration opens Oct. 29

General registration opens Oct. 30

10/17/2024

Haas Foundation awards $1 million grant to Gadsden State

The funds are to support the Precision Machining Program located in the new Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center on the East Broad Campus

10/17/2024

Enrollment continues to increase at Gadsden State

Gadsden State’s Dual Enrollment Program also saw a 39.43 percent increase with 1,478 high school students enrolling in college courses for the current semester

10/15/2024

Mental Health Conference to take place at Gadsden State

The conference will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at Helderman Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus

10/15/2024

Gadsden State’s Second Annual Cardinal Gala a success

The event was held October 10th at the Venue at Coosa Landing

10/10/2024

Gadsden State Cherokee to host blood drive

“One donation can save more than one life,” said Randi Wright, campus director.

10/09/2024

Child Development Program expands to Ayers Campus

Hannah Badgett is an instructor in the Child Development Program. She has been working as a full-time instructor since August. She holds bachelor’s, master’s and educational specialist degrees from the University of Alabama.

10/08/2024

Gadsden State takes action against bullying with new Golden Rule Program

The Golden Rule Program will feature a series of school assemblies that encourage participants to reflect on the importance of compassion and respect.

10/03/2024

Gadsden State opens applications for FAME and COMET

Application are due by Feb. 28, 2025

10/02/2024

Transfer Fairs in October

The Advising and Retention Center is hosting a pair of Transfer Fairs for its students in October during National Transfer Student Week

10/02/2024

Gadsden State to host community events throughout October

Events include Candy with the Cardinals, a Trunk or Treat and movie night at Gadsden State Cherokee

09/24/2024

Gadsden State releases Summer 2024 honors lists

The Summer Semester 2024 President’s and Dean's lists

09/24/2024

Gadsden State Sergeant joins Mobile Crisis Team to address mental health emergencies

Sgt. David Bankson oversees the Ayers and Cherokee campuses for the Gadsden State Police/Public Safety Department

09/20/2024

Gadsden State Community College to host 2nd Annual Cardinal Foundation Gala

The event will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 10 at The Venue

09/19/2024

Spotlight on excellence: Gadsden State recognizes dedicated faculty and staff

Winners were recognized at Fall Convocation

09/17/2024

Gadsden State Athletics Update

A look at the fall season for Gadsden State Cross Country and Volleyball

09/12/2024

Platinum seal recognition highlights Cardinal Foundation’s commitment to donor integrity at Gadsden State

Candid’s Platinum Seal of Transparency publicly acknowledges the foundation’s dedication to upholding the highest standards in nonprofit management

09/09/2024

Gadsden State hosts 'Operation We Remember' to address Veteran suicide and mental health

It's all happening this week, and the public is invited to take part

09/05/2024

Student proves resilient during cancer battle

Jhaylan Redwine is a Gadsden State Community College nursing student and an active-duty member of the Army National Guard and cancer survivor

09/04/2024

Rep. Mark Gidley boosts student success with donation to Gadsden State Community College

This donation will help alleviate financial barriers and ensure that more students can complete their educational journeys successfully

09/03/2024

Free public information and branding class for law enforcement at Gadsden State

The event will be Tuesday, October 1

08/29/2024

Gadsden State nursing student selected for White House HBCU initiative in Philadelphia

Chantara Williams, a Licensed Practical Nursing student at Gadsden State’s Valley campus, has been selected to represent the college next month at the White House Initiative on Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Development

08/27/2024

Samford University and Gadsden State form seamless transfer, reverse transfer partnership for students pursuing four-year degrees

A Memorandum of Understanding established by the colleges offers Gadsden State students guaranteed admission to Samford upon meeting the university's requirements

08/26/2024

Skills Training completer beats the odds to return to healthcare

Nicole Wilson excelled in phlebotomy, maintained an A in her classes and completed clinicals at RMC in Anniston

08/23/2024

Community development grant equips Gadsden State Public Safety Department with new Polaris Ranger for rough terrain

Freeman said the new vehicle will assist during special events such as graduation on the campuses, as well as in navigating Gadsden State’s upcoming cross-country trail, which is narrow and challenging for traditional vehicles

08/13/2024

Gadsden State extends scholarship program to fall semester

Members of the Chambers of Commerce in Calhoun, Cherokee and Etowah counties can now use the scholarship for the upcoming fall semester

08/01/2024

Cardinal athletes, teams honored by NJCAA

Forty Gadsden State Community College student-athletes have received NJCAA All-Academic honors for their academic achievement

07/31/2024

Gadsden State starts Medical Assistant Program, hires director

The program will accept up to 15 students for the new cohort starting this fall

07/22/2024

Cardinal Foundation elects new board members

New members include Melissa Battles, Donny Dunn, Eva Garner, Ray Smith, Tony Smith and Erin Wells

07/15/2024

Gadsden State increases special building fee

Gadsden State students will now pay $178 per credit hour

07/12/2024

Gadsden State signs first CoMeT cohort

The event was July 9 at the Beck Conference Center

07/11/2024

Gadsden State offers free online OSHA training

Topics include an introduction to OSHA, focus on four hazards, personal protective equipment, health hazards, emergency procedures and ergonomics

07/11/2024

HEERF quarterly report

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting for all HEERF I, II, and III grant funds

07/03/2024

Police chief celebrates first year of service

It has been a year since Jay Freeman assumed the role of the first chief of the Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department

06/28/2024

Ministry and law enforcement go hand-in-hand for Gadsden State officer

Sgt. David Bankson was named Gadsden State’s Police Officer of the Year by the Alabama Law Enforcement Appreciation Foundation

06/24/2024

Gadsden State releases spring honors list

Spring 2024 President's and Dean's lists

06/20/2024

Police, security vehicles equipped with AEDs and Narcan

“This is a significant enhancement in our emergency response capabilities,” said Chief Jay Freeman

06/12/2024

Gadsden State cuts ribbon on new career technical facility

The center will provide a high-tech, hands-on learning environment for students seeking careers in high-demand, high-wage industries

06/10/2024

STEAM Camp for girls inspires future innovators

The camp aimed to inspire and engage young minds through hands-on activities that blend science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics

06/04/2024

Cardinal athletes named to Spring 2024 academic honor roll

Honorees achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher in at least 12 hours of courses

05/28/2024

Gadsden State to host ribbon cutting for manufacturing center, BOT meeting

Gadsden State Community College is hosting a ribbon cutting following the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees meeting June 12

05/28/2024

Students named to All-Alabama Academic Team

Each community college in Alabama nominates two students for the team

05/24/2024

New cross country coach ready for season, plans clinic for runners

Jackson Millander has been promoted to head coach of Gadsden State Community College’s Cross Country Team

05/24/2024

Gadsden State wins four Excellence in Education Awards

The annual Excellence in Education and Teachers of the Year Luncheon was held May 9

05/23/2024

Gadsden State Police Department to host law enforcement trainings

Each training includes continuing education credits

05/16/2024

Outstanding students honored at Honors Day programs

58th annual Honors Day events held at the Ayers Campus in Anniston and at the Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center in Gadsden

05/13/2024

Students receive GED during graduation ceremony

36 students earned their general equivalency diploma

05/08/2024

Gadsden State’s FAME Program signs 38

This year, two classes – known as FAME South and FAME North – were selected

05/08/2024

Start Strong Scholarships available for Class of 2024 graduates

Deadline to apply is July 1

05/06/2024

Canvas FAQs

Gadsden State Community College is transitioning to Canvas, a new learning management system

05/03/2024

Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony

GSCC recognized students earning their associate degree in Registered Nursing

05/02/2024

Gadsden State to hire students for Summer Work Program

Students will be paid $12 an hour for 19 hours per week

05/01/2024

AMED gifts an ambulance to Gadsden State

The donation will enhance emergency vehicle driver training and will support EMS students to train in real-world environments

05/01/2024

Gadsden State, ACCS team up to offer free fire training

The training will be held on May 31 on the Wallace Drive Campus

04/30/2024

Cardinals “adopt” child battling brain tumor

A special signing event to signal Levi Worthington’s “adoption” as a Cardinal was held April 29 at the Beck Conference Center

04/30/2024

Scholarships available for female students enrolled in select programs

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is May 29

04/29/2024

Fine arts center to undergo $7.9 million renovation

Gadsden State broke ground on the complex April 2

04/26/2024

Athletics Department to host “adoption ceremony”

A special signing event will take place at 4 p.m. April 29 in the Beck Conference Center

04/26/2024

Gadsden State volleyball player signs with Tuskegee University

As a defensive specialist, Ziniah Hardy had 578 digs, 43 aces, 27 kills and 25 assists during her two seasons at Gadsden State

04/26/2024

Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation awards scholarships

The Foundation hosted a luncheon Thursday to honor scholarship donors and winners

04/25/2024

Gadsden State to announce major renovation

The announcement will take place at 3 p.m. April 29 in the Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center

04/25/2024

Scholarships available this summer for select career technical programs

Applications will be accepted through May 29

04/17/2024

2024-2025 FAFSA

National FAFSA Week of Action (April 15-19)

04/16/2024

Simulation coordinator earns international credential

Lightsey joins the ranks of more than 2,500 individuals from 37 countries who have achieved this distinction

04/15/2024

Alabama Power Co. donates $50,000 for new trail

The Coosa River Trail at Gadsden State, the multi-purpose venue will be open to College employees and students as well as members of the community for walking, running and enjoying nature

04/11/2024

Gadsden State signs MOU with City of Gadsden

Through the MOU, both departments pledge to share resources, expertise and information to enhance public safety and emergency response capabilities

04/09/2024

HEERF quarterly report

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting for all HEERF I, II, and III grant funds

04/09/2024

Gadsden State to host Juried Student Art Exhibit

The deadline to submit artwork is at 5 p.m. April 22.

04/08/2024

Educational Briefs for Community

News from Gadsden State

04/08/2024

Gadsden State softball coach busy with recruiting new team

There are 21 signed players with an additional 10 players making verbal commitments

04/04/2024

Number of dual-enrollment students increases; scholarships offered

Registration for the upcoming fall and summer semesters is currently open

04/02/2024

Gadsden State breaks ground for $10 million sports complex

The project is expected to be completed in early-2025

03/27/2024

Gadsden State to host groundbreaking for new sports complex

10 a.m. April 2, Gadsden Sports Park behind the Wallace Drive Campus

03/26/2024

Workshops offered at Gadsden State to assist with FAFSA completion

All students, new or returning, are welcome.

03/22/2024

Gadsden State to spearhead cleanup campaign

Events will take place April 1-3

03/22/2024

City of Hokes Bluff donates police vehicle to Gadsden State

The City of Hokes Bluff donated a fully-equipped 2015 Ford Explorer to the Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department.

03/13/2024

Fall 2024 Course Schedules

Class schedule and registration guide

03/07/2024

Gadsden State to stage ‘The Glass Menagerie’

“The Glass Menagerie” will be performed at 7 p.m. March 14-16 and at 2 p.m. March 17

03/05/2024

Gadsden State Basketball 2 seed in ACCC tournament, pep rally planned

A pep rally will take place at noon March 7 in front of the Beck Gymnasium on the Wallace Drive Campus. The public is invited to attend.

03/04/2024

Ayers Campus to host Women’s History Month events

The month of March was designated to appreciate and honor women for their contributions, and t