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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 to recognize specific achievements women have made throughout American history

03/04/2024

Scholarship application open for students interested in automotive manufacturing

The deadline to apply is March 28

03/04/2024

Gadsden State hosting Community Lecture Series

The series is free and open to the public.

02/29/2024

Gadsden State crowns homecoming king and queen

Dalton Chestnut was crowned homecoming king, and Isis Young was crowned homecoming queen

02/27/2024

Gadsden State English instructors featured in poetry anthology

The poetic works of Tabitha Bozeman and Rachel Houghton both English instructors at Gadsden State Community College, have been published in “The Southern Poetry Anthology, Volume X: Alabama”

02/23/2024

Gadsden State’s Cardinal Foundation accepting applications for scholarships

The deadline to apply is March 8

02/23/2024

Gadsden State’s scholarship application deadline approaching

Scholarships are available for 2024 high school graduates; deadline to apply is March 1

02/21/2024

ADRS, ACCS streamline access to credentials for in-demand jobs

The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services and the Alabama Community College System are streamlining access to in-demand credentials and jobs for residents with disabilities

02/21/2024

Folsom named new director of Advancement and Alumni Relations

Folsom is working with the Cardinal Foundation, Gadsden State Alumni Association and employees to secure maximum commitments for the College from all external profit and nonprofit partners

02/19/2024

Community Courses being offered at Gadsden State

Offerings from the Continuing Education Program at GSCC

02/19/2024

Gadsden State to host Preview Days 2024

Prospective students of all ages are invited to attend one of four upcoming Preview Days at Gadsden State Community College on the campus of their choice

02/16/2024

Gadsden State Nursing Program achieves 100 percent pass rate

Those who took the NCLEX in 2023 passed on their first attempt and earned the program a 100 percent pass rate

02/13/2024

Gadsden State to offer new work-based apprenticeship program

The deadline to apply to CoMeT is March 29

02/13/2024

Gadsden State extends scholarship program to summer semester

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

02/08/2024

Gadsden State Skills Training Division grant recipient

The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect secures resources to fund evidence-based community programs committed to preventing child abuse and neglect

02/06/2024

Gadsden State announces Summer & Fall 2023 graduates

GSCC recently released the names of the Summer and Fall 2023 graduates

02/05/2024

Gadsden State to observe Black History Month

The main event for Black History Month is a program that will take place on Feb. 26 at the Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center featuring Miss Alabama 2023 Brianna Burrell

02/02/2024

Know Your Power violence prevention program

Gadsden State students are encouraged to recognize red flags of potentially abusive relationship as well as tactics used to potentially control victims

02/01/2024

Local student selected for Leadership Development Program

Clarissa Williams is a second-year radiography student at Gadsden State Community College

02/01/2024

Education Briefs from Gadsden State

February news

01/25/2024

Gadsden State releases fall semester honors list

Fall 2023 President's and Dean's lists

01/24/2024

Cardinal athletes named to Fall 2023 academic honor roll

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

01/16/2024

Three-hour delay Jan. 17

Gadsden State employees will be delayed 3 hours on Wednesday, Jan. 17. Campuses will open for classes at 11 a.m.

01/15/2024

Gadsden State campuses will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 16

Students are advised to monitor Blackboard for online assignments

01/11/2024

HEERF quarterly report

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

01/11/2024

Gadsden State students earn the most AAMA scholarships in the state

Thirty GSCC students received the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Scholarship

01/11/2024

Campuses Closed Jan. 12

Due to the threat of inclement weather all Gadsden State campuses will be closed Friday, Jan. 12

01/05/2024

Gadsden State Skills Training Division to offer free training for women

The scholarship application deadline is Feb. 16

01/05/2024

Gadsden State hosts student success workshops

The workshops will be from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 23 at the Ayers Campus Cheaha Center and Jan. 24 in Allen Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus

01/03/2024

Enrollment for Gadsden State, sister institutions above national average

Gadsden State had 4,731 students taking 44,633 credit hours during the fall semester

12/20/2023

Gadsden State Alumni Association to revamp awards program

The awards presentation will move to the Cardinal Gala

12/20/2023

Gadsden State Alumni Association presents annual awards

Each winner was presented with a certificate

12/13/2023

Gadsden State to hold commencement exercises Dec. 19

The ceremony will be held in the Richard Lindsey Arena at Gadsden State Cherokee

12/12/2023

Gadsden State’s SGA president enjoying campus life

Caity Daniel, an Oxford native, is serving Gadsden State Community College as the president of the Student Government Association

12/08/2023

Green named dean of Student Services

Andy Green started his job with GSCC on Nov. 30

12/04/2023

Gadsden State’s music groups to present Christmas with the Cardinals

The free event is 6 p.m. Dec. 14 at Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center

12/01/2023

Children battling cancer become a part of the Gadsden State Athletic Department

Joseph Nelson and Riley Cook are new members of the Gadsden State Cardinals family

11/29/2023

Gadsden State Skills Training to offer BLS for healthcare providers

The Basic Life Support course will be taught on the Valley Street Campus

11/27/2023

Gadsden State instructors, student take mission trip to Malawi

Directors of the Radiography and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs saw 75 patients on the trip

11/27/2023

Gadsden State wins statewide award for clean-up project

The College was recognized on Nov. 8 in Montgomery for its Don’t Drop It on Alabama project.

11/22/2023

Gadsden State Alumni Association accepting Alumni of the Year nominations

The deadline for nominations is Dec. 11

11/22/2023

Gadsden State Cherokee instructor presents at national conference

Susan King presented a session called “Designing Experiential Learning in Online Science Lab Courses – with Lab Kits!”

11/21/2023

Gadsden State faculty and staff win Chancellor’s Awards

Winners were recognized during the Alabama Community College Association Conference Nov. 19 in Mobile

11/21/2023

Gadsden State Cherokee offers more evening courses

The new evening course offerings will be available in the spring semester, which will begin Jan. 8

11/17/2023

Magazine recognizes Sington as a Top 10 Inspiring Leader

Dr. Cheryl Sington is the director of the Cheaha Educational Opportunity Center at Gadsden State

11/16/2023

Gadsden State to signal partnership with the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation with signing event

GSCC Athletics will “adopt” two families at 4 p.m. Nov. 30 in the Beck Gymnasium

11/16/2023

Gadsden State A Cappella Choir announces its Christmas tour 

The A Cappella Choir and Singers will be performing at many community events and churches during its annual Christmas Tour

11/09/2023

Gadsden State to celebrate International Education Week 

All events will take place at the Cardinal Café on the Wallace Drive Campus

11/06/2023

Gadsden State Cross Country team to run at national competition Saturday

The race will be Nov. 11 at the John Hunt Park in Huntsville. The men will run at 2:30 p.m. with the women following at 3:30 p.m.

11/01/2023

Gadsden State receives grant to promote healthy relationships

The digital awareness campaign is known as “Know Your Power Partner Violence Prevention Program”

11/01/2023

Gadsden State to host Veterans Appreciation Night and Sophomore Night

The event will be Nov. 7 at the Beck Gymnasium on the Wallace Drive Campus

10/31/2023

Dixon returns to Gadsden State as head coach of women’s basketball

The Lady Cardinals open regular season play at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday against Talladega College’s junior varsity team

10/27/2023

Gadsden State extends BOGO scholarship for Chamber members

The partnership provides a free course for each paid course at GSCC during the Spring 2024 Semester

10/27/2023

Police and Public Safety Department to host free women’s self-defense class

The class will be from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 11 in the Beck Conference Center

10/26/2023

Gadsden State giving back to the community through supply drives  

Donations will be accepted through Dec. 10

10/25/2023

Gadsden State cuts ribbon on renovated cafeteria

The cafeteria is known as the Cardinal Café

10/24/2023

Gadsden State Theatre presents ‘1984’

Performances will be at at 7 p.m. Oct. 26-28 at the Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center

10/24/2023

Spring 2024 Course Schedule

Class schedule and registration guide

10/17/2023

Scholarship application open for students interested in automotive manufacturing

The deadline to apply is Nov. 14

10/09/2023

Gadsden State to observe National Transfer Student Week

The ARC is recognizing National Transfer Student Week Oct. 16-20 by hosting student transfer fairs

10/09/2023

HEERF quarterly report

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

10/04/2023

Wright enjoying new job as campus director at Gadsden State Cherokee

Randi Wright took over the leadership role at Gadsden State Cherokee on Aug. 7

10/03/2023

Gadsden State’s Griffin named ACCC Player of the Week

Lane Griffin is on the Men's Cross Country team at GSCC

10/03/2023

Gadsden State to host free community events in October

Events in Gadsden, Anniston and Centre

10/02/2023

Gadsden State hosts ribbon cutting for renovated buildings

Helderman Hall and Bevill Hall are on the Wallace Drive Campus

09/29/2023

Gadsden State releases summer honors list

The Summer Semester 2023 President’s and Dean's lists

09/29/2023

Gadsden State’s Adult Education Services to offer free training for pharmacy technicians

The new program begins Oct. 10.

09/29/2023

Gadsden State swears in first chief of police 

Jay Freeman took the reins as chief of police on July 3. He currently oversees a total of 19 employees working for the Gadsden State Police and Public Safety Department. 

09/28/2023

Gadsden State to host ribbon cutting for renovated buildings

The event will be at 1 p.m. Oct. 2 on the Wallace Drive Campus

09/28/2023

Gadsden State’s Public Relations and Marketing Department wins awards

Gadsden State won the most Pyramid Awards among its sister colleges in the Alabama Community College System

09/26/2023

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Bryan Barrientos

Gadsden State celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

09/26/2023

Gadsden State student, instructors taking diagnostic trip to Malawi

The trip will be Oct. 3-15, 2023

09/26/2023

Gadsden State volleyball player earns tournament, ACCC honors

Ziniah Hardy has been recognized for exemplary performances by tournament committees and the Alabama Community College Conference

09/25/2023

Gadsden State to play first baseball home game in over a decade

The Cardinals will play Snead State Community College at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at the Gadsden City High School baseball field

09/25/2023

Swearing-in ceremony planned for Gadsden State’s first police chief

The event will be at 10 a.m. Sept. 29 at the Beck Conference Center on the Wallace Drive Campus

09/22/2023

Mental Health Conference at Gadsden State

The 6th annual event will be held Oct. 20 at Helderman Hall

09/21/2023

Chancellor delivers State of ACCS at Gadsden State

Alabama Community College System Chancellor Jimmy Baker stopped at Gadsden State Community College to deliver the State of the Community College System

09/19/2023

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Kelly Aragon

Gadsden State celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

09/13/2023

Chancellor to deliver State of ACCS at Gadsden State

Baker will discuss how community colleges are working to increase the state’s labor force, strengthen apprenticeships and workforce training

09/11/2023

Gadsden State Athletics and Sparks Orthopedics announce partnership

The partnership includes a $50,000 commitment to support sports medicine services for GSCC’s student-athletes

09/11/2023

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Mirna Acosta

Gadsden State celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

09/05/2023

Gadsden State Health Sciences Division celebrates national observance

Tour the new Simulation Center in Helderman Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 19

09/01/2023

Gadsden State to celebrate HBCU Week with community events 

National HBCU week is Sept. 24-28

08/24/2023

Gadsden State Foundation to host its first Gala

The Cardinal Foundation is hosting the Cardinalidae Gala at 6 p.m. Sept. 14 in the Beck Conference Center on the Wallace Drive Campus

08/24/2023

Gadsden State Cherokee honors Richard Lindsey with naming ceremony

Lindsey, who served as the representative for the Alabama House District 39 for 35 years, was instrumental in securing the construction of the Gadsden State satellite campus in Centre

08/10/2023

Gadsden State Athletics to host free Father-Son Baseball Camp

Registration closes on Aug. 20

08/04/2023

New softball coach looks forward to working at the next level

Ryan Clark’s official date as a Gadsden State employee was Aug. 1

08/02/2023

Gadsden State student named HBCU Scholar by White House Initiative

Jessica Parker is one of 14 students who attend Alabama HBCUs to be named a scholar

08/02/2023

Gadsden State biology class selected for study funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

The class is at Gadsden State Cherokee in Centre

07/28/2023

Gadsden State instructor’s giving spirit takes her to Rwanda

Rebecca Southern, director of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, went to Rwanda to partner with East African Christian College

07/28/2023

Gadsden State hires coach for new softball program

Ryan Clark will begin employment on Aug. 1

07/26/2023

Gadsden State honors retired president during naming ceremony

The new Dr. Martha Griffith Lavender Boardroom is in the Joe Ford Center on the East Broad Campus

07/21/2023

New scholarship pays half tuition for Calhoun County Chamber members, employees

The Buy One Get One Free Scholarship includes a free course for each paid course at Gadsden State

07/21/2023

Cardinal Tennis Team, athletes recognized by ITA 

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association announced the 2023 JUCO Men’s ITA Scholar-Athletes and All-Academic Teams

07/21/2023

Cardinal athletes, teams honored by NJCAA 

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

07/14/2023

New scholarship pays half tuition for Chamber members, employees

Dr. Kathy Murphy, president of Gadsden State, announced that members of the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce and their employees may be eligible for the Buy One Get One Free Scholarship that includes a free course for each paid course at Gadsden State

07/11/2023

HEERF quarterly report

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

07/06/2023

New scholarship pays half tuition for Chamber members, employees

The Buy One Get One Free Scholarship includes a free course for each paid course at Gadsden State

07/06/2023

Gadsden State Athletics to host social for baseball alumni

The social will be at 6 p.m. July 20 at Buffalo Wild Wings in Gadsden

07/05/2023

Gadsden State to introduce BOGO Scholarship for Chamber members

Members of each Chamber and their employees may be eligible for a Buy One Get One Free Scholarship

06/22/2023

Gadsden State Cherokee expands its academic course offerings

The new academic courses will be offered in the fall 2023 semester

06/16/2023

Gadsden State participates in Project Homeless Connect

The homeless community had the opportunity to receive free summer clothes, medical services and food at the event

06/16/2023

Gadsden State to host training in food and beverage services

Class size is limited so early registration is encouraged

06/15/2023

Gadsden State announces Spring 2023 graduates

The Spring 2023 graduating class

06/15/2023

Echocardiography certificate increases employability, job security for working sonographers

The deadline to apply to join the next cohort is June 30

06/14/2023

Gadsden State awards scholarships to seniors, Student Leadership participants, WOW winners

The College presented almost 700 scholarships to students across Alabama

06/13/2023

Gadsden State receives $12 million in supplemental budget for manufacturing center

The money will be used in constructing and equipping the Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center on the East Broad Campus

06/12/2023

Cardinal Athletics Summer Camp offerings

Volleyball and Cross Country

06/08/2023

Cardinal athletes named to academic honor roll

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

06/06/2023

Gadsden State among HBCCs to be accepted into Thurgood Marshall College Fund

The partnership will give students additional access to scholarships and professional development opportunities

06/01/2023

Gadsden State releases spring honors list

The Spring Semester 2023 President’s and Dean's lists were released

05/26/2023

Gadsden State hires first chief of police

Jay Freeman will take on the leadership role for the new department

05/25/2023

Six Gadsden State Cardinals sign with four-year universities to play basketball

“I’m very proud of the accomplishments of these players,” said Deddric Tarver, head coach of the men’s basketball team

05/24/2023

Women’s basketball, baseball teams to host tryout opportunities

GSCC is hosting two opportunities on May 31 for student-athletes to showcase their talents in basketball or baseball

05/23/2023

Gadsden State Community College FAME Program Signs 30

GSCC's Gadsden State’s Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education Program hosted a signing night on May 18 at the Oxford Civic Center

05/22/2023

Gadsden State’s Valley Street Campus hosts Title III Mentoring Program reception

The program is a mentorship for male juniors and seniors from Etowah High School

05/22/2023

Gadsden State Athletics to reactivate booster club

An interest meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 24 in the Beck Conference Center

05/21/2023

Two announced as EIE winners at luncheon sponsored by GSCC

Gadsden State Community College was the presenting sponsor of the event

05/19/2023

Dual enrollment numbers increase; students earn certification before high school graduation

Over the past two semesters, 1,537 students were enrolled in college courses at Gadsden State concurrently with high school classes

05/18/2023

Gadsden State students medal at state SkillsUSA competition

The Alabama SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference and SkillsUSA Championships was held in Mobile in April

05/17/2023

Cherokee Arena at Gadsden State to be named for long-time supporter

The Cherokee Arena is now the Richard Lindsey Arena

05/15/2023

Gadsden State awards record number of degrees, certificates

There were 535 students who received 807 credentials, including associate degrees, certificates and short-term certificates

05/12/2023

Pastor earns high school diploma over three decades after dropping out

Tracey Hutcheson earned his diploma over a course of 14 months, concurrently with other credentials

05/12/2023

Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony 

Students who earned their associate degree in Registered Nursing were recognized

05/08/2023

$2 tuition increase, new textbook program announced

Institutions within the Alabama Community College System will incur a $2 per credit hour tuition increase beginning Fall 2023

05/05/2023

Gadsden State nursing instructor honored by national organization

Belinda Terrell Fuller received the Nurse’s Touch Award at the National Nurse Educators Summit held in San Antonio

05/04/2023

Phi Theta Kappa members at Gadsden State included on academic teams

Two members of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society at Gadsden State Community College have earned accolades for outstanding academic achievement as well as college and community service

05/03/2023

Students complete training valued in construction industry

Gadsden State Community College offers a free training for operating skid steers

05/02/2023

Gadsden State to hold commencement exercises May 11

The Spring Commencement Ceremony for Gadsden State Community College will be at 6 p.m. May 11 at Gadsden State Cherokee

05/01/2023

Cardinals cross country team to host fundraiser

Monies collected from the fundraiser will be used to provide team equipment and travel for the 2023 season

04/27/2023

Outstanding students honored at Honors Day programs

Over 300 awards and scholarships were given with scholarships totaling more than $968,000

04/26/2023

Five Cardinal volleyball players to play at next level

The players are sophomores and will complete their studies at Gadsden State in May

04/24/2023

Statewide community service projects launch as part of Alabama Community College System 60th anniversary

ACCS Diamond Jubilee is two years of community celebration

04/14/2023

Workshops available for those interested in Career Technical Programs

Prospective students interested in a technical career have the opportunity to learn more about programs available at Gadsden State Community College

04/14/2023

Gadsden State to host Health Science Open House April 26

The event is designed to introduce students to all the options offered in Health Sciences

04/14/2023

Gadsden State to host Cardinal Commit for new students

The orientation is designed to assist students with enrollment to the College

04/13/2023

Students receive GED during graduation ceremony

Thirty-three students earned their general equivalency diploma

04/13/2023

Gadsden State to hold Athletics Forum

The event will be at 5 p.m. April 20 in the Beck Field House on the Wallace Drive Campus

04/12/2023

Gadsden State to hire students for Summer Work Program

The program will begin May 1 and end Aug. 31

04/11/2023

Cardinal Giving Days to raise funds for important Gadsden State projects

Beginning April 12 and concluding April 14, Cardinal Giving Days gives Gadsden State supporters the opportunity to donate to four important projects

04/07/2023

HEERF quarterly report

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

04/05/2023

Tyler Union commits $20K to GSCC scholarships for Anniston-area graduates

The deadline to apply for the Tyler Union Technology Scholarship Program is April 28

03/31/2023

Gadsden State to celebrate Community College Month in April

The theme for 2023 is “Expanding Minds. Transforming Lives”

03/28/2023

Gadsden State Lady Cardinals to hold basketball tryouts

Sunday, April 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Beck Field House

03/27/2023

Full-tuition scholarships available through the new CATALYST program

CATALYST offers four biology courses in four mini terms during the academic year.

03/24/2023

Taiwanese student looks forward to the 43rd annual International Festival

The International Festival will take place from 4 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. April 6 at the Science Building on the East Broad Campus. It is free and open to the public.

03/20/2023

Scholarships available to those interested in automotive manufacturing

Current high school seniors or freshmen at Gadsden State Community College are eligible for application

03/17/2023

Gadsden State Skills Training Division grant recipient

The Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, also known as the Children’s Trust Fund, provides annual funding to programs across the state dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect

03/13/2023

Gadsden State to host An Evening of Fine Arts

The free event will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 23 at Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center

03/09/2023

Gadsden State Theatre Department presents ‘Taming of the Shrew’

It will be presented at 7 p.m. March 9-11 at Wallace Hall; free performances will be presented at 5 p.m. March 16 behind the Ayers Campus and at 5 p.m. March 18 on at Noccalula Falls

03/08/2023

Fall 2023 Course Schedule

Class schedule and registration guide

03/07/2023

Gadsden State to host Graduation Fair 2023

The event will be from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 21 at the Ayers Campus Cheaha Center and in the lobby of Allen Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus March 22

03/06/2023

Gadsden State continues its celebration of Women’s History Month

Events are free and open to the public

03/03/2023

Gadsden State to create police department

The Gadsden State Campus Police and Security Department will cover all its campuses

02/22/2023

Battles named dean of Health Sciences

Battles previously served as the interim dean before receiving the permanent position Feb. 13

02/21/2023

Gadsden State breaks ground for new technical facility

The new Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center will be constructed on the East Broad Campus in Gadsden

02/20/2023

Gadsden State’s public announcer honored after 43 years of service

Bobby Cooper has been a public announcer for the GSCC Athletics Department for more than four decades

02/17/2023

Public invited to Gadsden State Town Hall meetings

Dr. Kathy Murphy invites the public to attend

02/16/2023

Gadsden State event to feature local council member Feb. 22

The keynote speaker is Larry Avery, a first-term city councilman representing Gadsden’s District 3

02/16/2023

Gadsden State hosts student success workshops

Students will be able to visit with multiple vendors from various agencies and receive information concerning access to services provided as well as information related to all aspects of health care and well-being

02/15/2023

Gadsden State scholarship up for grabs at free event for veterans

The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 20 in the Cheaha Center Lecture Hall on Gadsden State’s Ayers Campus in Anniston

02/15/2023

Gadsden State crowns Homecoming King and Queen

The crowning was held during the halftime of the Gadsden State women’s basketball game against Calhoun Community College

02/14/2023

Gadsden State baller top scorer in the country

Kintavious Dozier is the top scorer among National Junior College Athletic Association Division I teams

02/14/2023

White House Initiative on HBCUs visit Gadsden State

The Valley Street Campus is the area’s only Historically Black Colleges and University

02/13/2023

Alabama’s community colleges pump $6.6 billion into state economy

Gadsden State provides $207.9 million in added income to service area

02/13/2023

Gadsden State to host groundbreaking for new technical facility

The Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center on the East Broad Campus will be 50,000 square feet facility that will include high-tech laboratory space

02/09/2023

Gadsden State Graduates announced

The Fall Semester 2022 graduating class

02/08/2023

Gadsden State nursing apprentices sign employment contracts

Twelve students signed employment contracts with three local employers

02/03/2023

Gadsden state awarded Truth Initiative Grant

The grant will be used to promote Forever Free, an initiative that encourages smoking and vaping cessation among students and employees

02/03/2023

Gadsden State’s Cardinal Foundation accepting applications for scholarships

The deadline to apply is March 7

02/02/2023

Gadsden State to host signing event featuring four new employers

Twelve students joining the apprenticeship program for registered nurses will sign with three new registered employers

01/30/2023

Gadsden State to observe Black History Month 

The celebration will begin on Feb. 1

01/30/2023

Scholarships available for musicians, vocalists and actors

The Show Band, Gadsden State Singers and A Cappella Choir and Theatre Department are holding open auditions

01/27/2023

Local Organizations Granted $1,521,900 for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention

The Skills Training Division at Gadsden State Community College is one of the area's 21 grants recipients

01/25/2023

Gadsden State releases fall honors list

The Fall Semester 2022 President’s and Dean's List at Gadsden State Community College was released by President Kathy Murphy

01/18/2023

Gadsden State to host free resource workshops for veterans, active-duty military

The workshops are free and are sponsored by the Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils

01/10/2023

Cardinal athletes named to academic honor roll

Student-athletes and teams were honored for achieving a 3.0 GPA or higher in at least 12 hours of courses

01/09/2023

HEERF quarterly report

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

12/21/2022

January briefs from Gadsden State

News and events

12/20/2022

Gadsden State Alumni Association presents annual awards

The awards were presented during the College’s annual Holiday Brunch on Dec. 9

12/16/2022

Gadsden State to hold commencement exercises Dec. 20

The event recognizes graduates from the Summer 2022 and Fall 2022 semesters

12/07/2022

Gadsden State’s music groups to present Christmas Showcase

The free event is 6:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center

11/30/2022

Scholarship drawings to be held for Gadsden State students who register by Dec. 12

Gadsden State Community College is enticing current students to register for spring semester by offering drawings for scholarships and other prizes

11/21/2022

Gadsden State faculty and staff win Chancellor’s Awards

Chancellor's Awards 2022

11/21/2022

Gadsden State faculty and staff win Chancellor’s Awards

Winners of the 2022 Chancellor’s Awards from Gadsden State Community College were recognized during the Alabama Community College Association Conference Nov. 20 in Birmingham.

11/21/2022

Gadsden State ACT Prep Course rescheduled for Nov. 29 & 30

Gadsden State ACT Prep Course rescheduled from Dec. 1 to Nov. 30

11/21/2022

Gadsden State offering class in stained glass art

Gadsden State Community College’s Continuing Education Program is offering “Introduction to Stained Glass Art — Easy Christmas Stained Glass Ornaments.” There are a number of session dates to choose from beginning Nov. 29. 

11/20/2022

Gadsden State A Cappella Choir announces its Christmas tour 

The Gadsden State Community College A Cappella Choir will be singing at many community events and churches during its annual Christmas Tour.  The singers will kick-off the tour at 7 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Alabama Education Association meeting in Montgomery.

11/18/2022

Gadsden State baller named ACCC Athlete of the Week

Kintavious Dozier plays guard for the men’s basketball team

11/17/2022

Scholarship offered by Microsoft to benefit a student on Valley Street Campus

The first scholarship will be awarded for the Spring 2023 Semester; the deadline to apply is Dec. 14.

11/15/2022

EOC to host FAFSA workshop Nov. 30

The Cheaha Educational Opportunity Center is hosting a workshop for anyone needing assistance in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

11/10/2022

Gadsden State Alumni Association accepting Alumni of the Year nominations

The deadline for nominations is Nov. 30. Winners will be announced at the College’s annual holiday party scheduled for Dec. 9.

11/10/2022

Gadsden State to celebrate International Education Week  

he Division of Languages and Humanities, Alabama Language Institute and Students Without Borders will celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide during International Education Week Nov. 14-18

11/07/2022

First Generation, non-traditional student values her Gadsden State education

A first-generation student, like Karen Dixon, is defined as a student whose parents do not have a four-year college degree

11/04/2022

Start Strong Scholarships cover up to 12 hours of courses during 23-24 academic year

The scholarship covers up to six hours of tuition and fees for the 2023 fall semester and 2024 spring semester. It is open to graduating high school seniors.

11/03/2022

Dre Kirkpatrick’s 21 Kids Foundation to announce partnership with Educational Opportunity Center

Through the partnership, the 21 Kids Foundation will provide financial assistance with childcare and transportation expenses for students attending the EOC

11/02/2022

Women’s Cross Country Team qualifies for national competition

The National Junior College Athletic Association Division II Cross Country Meet will be held Nov. 12 in Tallahassee, Fla.

11/02/2022

Gadsden State Graduates announced

Gadsden State Community College recently released the names of the 2021-22 graduating class

11/01/2022

November education briefs

News from Gadsden State

10/31/2022

Free therapy for Gadsden State students

Through a partnership with TBH, students can participate in group counseling with a licensed therapist

10/31/2022

Anniston man earns GED after years of struggle

Sawyer Munsch recently earned his GED thanks to the support and education he received from Center of Hope and Gadsden State Community College

10/26/2022

Women in Manufacturing: The Shirley Ramsey Story

A spotlight for Manufacturing Month

10/24/2022

TAKE 5 with Ethan French

A Manufacturing Month Q&A with a Standout Student

10/21/2022

AAMA partners with community colleges for scholarship opportunities

Students can receive up to $4,000 in scholarship funds if they are enrolled in a program associated with automotive manufacturing

10/20/2022

Spring 2023 Course Schedule

Class schedule and registration guide

10/20/2022

Single mother, nursing student elected SGA president at Gadsden State

Kourtney Tillman is the new president of the Student Government Association for the 2022-23 academic year

10/19/2022

Manufacturing Month Faculty Spotlight: Daniel Anderson

A celebration of Manufacturing Month 2022

10/19/2022

Gadsden State to host Alumni Tennis Tournament

Play for the doubles tournament begins at 9 a.m. Oct. 29

10/17/2022

Gadsden native named new director of popular Gadsden State Show Band

Desmond Mitchell is bringing his experience and talent as a conductor, instructor and musician to Gadsden State

10/14/2022

Gadsden State announces director of new dental program

Karen R. Tyree will serve as the director of Dental Science, a new program on the Valley Street Campus

10/13/2022

Spring 2023 advisement & registration for Dual Enrollment students

Dual Enrollment students must attend one of the sessions: Oct. 18, 19 or 20

10/13/2022

Area educators participate in fourth EQWIP

The Etowah Qualified Workforce Immersion Program gives educators the opportunity to learn more about local career paths and technical training programs

10/13/2022

Students graduate from Gadsden State’s GED Program

The milestone event was held Oct. 4 at the Oxford Performing Arts Center

10/12/2022

Women in Manufacturing: Tarina VanNatta

A celebration of Manufacturing Month 2022

10/11/2022

Gadsden State to observe National Transfer Student Week with fairs

This year’s Transfer Week theme is Plug into Transfer!

10/11/2022

Gadsden State Theatre presents ‘The Great Gatsby’

Performances will be at Wallace Hall at 7 p.m. Oct. 13-15 and 20-22

10/10/2022

TAKE 5 with Phillip Franklin

A Manufacturing Month Q&A with a Standout Student

10/10/2022

HEERF quarterly report

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

10/05/2022

Women in Manufacturing: Hollie Bonds

A celebration of Manufacturing Month 2022

10/04/2022

Gadsden State’s Valley Street Campus receives $50,000 from Alabama Power Foundation

The money will be used for building upgrades at Prater Hall and to construct an outdoor classroom for the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program

10/03/2022

Gadsden State to host Candy with the Cardinals, a community event

The free public event will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 18 on the Wallace Drive Campus Quad

10/03/2022

October education briefs

News from Gadsden State

10/03/2022

Gadsden State Ayers Campus to host Truck or Treat event for students, public

The event is free and open to the publi

09/30/2022

Mental Health Conference at Gadsden State Oct. 21

he conference is designed to help communities by providing continuing professional education that meets identified needs and addresses Alabama’s major mental health concerns

09/29/2022

Phi Theta Kappa member earns Coca-Cola scholarship

Coley is a student in the Gadsden State Nursing Program, one of the most challenging and competitive programs at the College.

09/28/2022

Gadsden State releases summer honors list

The Summer Semester 2022 President’s and Dean's Lists at Gadsden State Community College were released by President Kathy Murphy

09/27/2022

Veterans Upward Bound program to receive over $1.6 million

The Veterans Upward Bound program will receive $327,543 each year through September 2027 from the U.S. Department of Education

09/14/2022

Gadsden State wins multiple awards at ACCSPRA Conference

GSCC won the most first place Pyramid Awards among its sister colleges

08/31/2022

Gadsden State’s Cross Country Team to make debut Friday

The co-ed team will make its debut Friday in the Foothills Invitational hosted by Jacksonville State University at Choccolocco Park in Oxford

08/26/2022

Congressman Rogers visits Gadsden State’s Ayers Campus

Rogers spent Friday morning at Gadsden State’s Ayers Campus, where he learned more about the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education program

08/26/2022

Gadsden State offers EMS program to students in Calhoun County Schools

The Emergency Medical Services Program is solely for high school students participating in the College’s dual enrollment program

08/08/2022

Mitchell returns to Gadsden State as dean of Student Services

Mitchell provides leadership, strategic planning and executive oversight of student enrollment, retention and success for credit and non-credit programs

08/05/2022

U.S. Department of Education renews grants for Upward Bound at Gadsden State

The grants were renewed for another five years

07/28/2022

Gadsden State announces construction of new Advanced Manufacturing Center

An Advanced Manufacturing Center will be constructed on the East Broad Campus in Gadsden

07/22/2022

Members of tennis team recognized by ITA

Athletic Director Blake Lewis announced that three student athletes have earned honors for their work in the classroom from the Intercollegiate Tennis Association

07/11/2022

HEERF quarterly report

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

06/27/2022

GSCC holding auditions for ‘The Great Gatsby’

Auditions will be held at Wallace Hall Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m. July 6 and 7

06/24/2022

New scholarship named in honor of Cardinal Foundation past presidents

Applications must be submitted by June 30

06/23/2022

Gadsden State hosts signing event for new RN Apprenticeship Program

The College has entered into agreements with Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden and Rehab Select in Albertville and Talladega

06/22/2022

Fall 2022 Course Schedule

Class schedule and registration guide

06/21/2022

Gadsden State releases spring honors list

The Spring Semester 2022 President’s and Dean's Lists at Gadsden State Community College were released by President Kathy Murphy

06/16/2022

Gadsden State to host orientation for incoming freshmen

Cardinal Commit events will be held from 8 a.m. to noon and are available on different dates at three of Gadsden State’s campuses

06/14/2022

Lady Cardinals win Academic Team of the Year, students named to honor roll

The Lady Cardinals Basketball Team earned the top Academic Team of the Year within the sport for touting a team grade point average of 3.51

06/08/2022

Gadsden State technical students honored by national society

The National Technical Honor Society at Gadsden State Community College has added 36 new members.

06/07/2022

Omega Psi Phi donates scholarship funds to Valley Street Campus

The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., donated $5,000 to Gadsden State Community College to fund a scholarship for a student attending the Valley Street Campus, the area’s only campus with the Historically Black College or University designation

06/02/2022

Outstanding students honored at Honors Day programs

Almost 300 awards and scholarships were given with scholarships totaling more than $812,000

05/24/2022

Gadsden State sees drastic increase in dual enrollment students

Dual enrollment gives Alabama’s high school students access to college-level classes that apply to credit in both high school and college at the same time

05/23/2022

Signing Day held for new cohort in GSCC’s FAME Chapter

FAME, or the Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education, is an apprenticeship-style program that allows students to attend class on the Ayers Campus two days a week and work three days a week in a local advanced manufacturing facility

05/19/2022

Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony 

Students earning their associate degree in registered nursing were recognized at the spring pinning ceremony held at Beck Field House on the Wallace Drive Campus

05/17/2022

Gadsden State names new athletic director, baseball coach

Effective June 1, Blake Lewis will be the athletic director and baseball coach at the College

05/11/2022

Gadsden State’s Phi Theta Kappa students receive honors

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recently announced Jase Jelks of Centre and Kennedy Fox of Glencoe as members of the All-Alabama Academic Team

05/11/2022

Whitaker family gives endowed scholarship to Gadsden State

The Riley and Marie Whitaker Scholarship will be awarded annually to a graduating senior at Glencoe High School

05/09/2022

Gadsden State to host camp for high school students

The 2022 Empowerment Camp will take place from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 7-9

05/04/2022

Mental Health Conference for high school students to be hosted at Gadsden State

Gadsden State Community College is partnering with Etowah County Schools, Gadsden City Schools and Attalla City Schools to host the first Gadsden/Etowah County Area High School Mental Health Conference

05/03/2022

Gadsden State Community College announces return of Summer Six Scholarship

The Scholarship covers up to six credit hours of in-state tuition and fees

05/03/2022

Kronospan donates communication cards to FAME program

Kronospan LLC, the world’s leading manufacturer of wood-based panels, donated new equipment to the FAME program at Gadsden State Community College’s Ayers Campus

05/02/2022

The Cardinal Foundation to host Naming Ceremony in honor of Dr. Gertie Lowe

In memory of the late Dr. Gertie Lowe, her family made a generous $25,000 donation to the Cardinal Foundation to create a scholarship fund. In return, the College is naming its Student Lounge in the Learning Resource Center the Dr. Gertie Lowe Student Lou

05/02/2022

Women’s Club of Weiss Lake scholarship opportunity

The Women’s Club of Weiss Lake is offering a $1,500 scholarship to a qualifying female student at Gadsden State Community College student

05/02/2022

Cherokee County Civitan Club offers $1,000 scholarship to GSCC student

The Cherokee County Civitan Club is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a qualifying student with a disability at Gadsden State Community College

04/20/2022

Gadsden State presents “Moon over Buffalo”

Showtimes are 7 p.m. April 21-23 and 28-30.  Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors and may be purchased online by visiting www.GadsdenState.edu/FineArts

04/18/2022

Gadsden State to reinstate baseball, softball programs

Gadsden State Community College will field baseball and softball teams beginning in Fall 2023

04/08/2022

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