GADSDEN, AL – Andy Robertson of Sand Rock has been named the new dean of Workforce Development at Gadsden State Community College. He replaces Alan Smith, who was recently promoted to vice president of Capital Projects, Community Relations and Workforce Development. “Andy is a dedicated educator and passionate advocate for career technical education,” Smith said. “He has excelled in his previous positions at Gadsden State and brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He is well poised to lead the
GADSDEN, AL – Prospective students of all ages are invited to attend one of our four upcoming Preview Days at Gadsden State Community College on the campus of their choice: March 3 – 9 to 12 p.m., Ayers Campus in Anniston April 3 – 9 to 1 p.m., East Broad and Wallace Drive Campuses in Gadsden April 9 – 10 to 12 p.m., Valley Street Campus in Gadsden April 14 – 9 to 11 a.m., Gadsden State Cherokee in Centre At Preview Days, students can take guided campus tours to discover a variety of
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Cardinal Foundation has received several recent donations and scholarships that will continue to enhance educational opportunities for students across the region. The Cardinal Foundation is a non-profit support organization working to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Gadsden State students pursuing their academic and career goals. “We deeply appreciate our partners who help us to impact this region by providing educational opportunities for
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Support Personnel Association has teamed with the Cardinal Foundation to establish the Kathy Brown Memorial Scholarship, a new award created to honor the legacy of a beloved SPA member and retired college employee. “We are honored to offer this scholarship in memory of Kathy Brown, who was an integral part of the Gadsden State family,” said Keli Feely, president of SPA, an organization of administrative assistants, clerks, and other essential support
GADSDEN, AL — Gadsden State Community College (GSCC) continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth and community development across Alabama. According to the latest Economic Impact Study for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 by Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics, GSCC generated an impressive $270.5 million in total added income for the regional economy, equal to approximately 2.3% of the total gross regional product of the GSCC Service Area, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of
Gadsden, Ala. – Two Gadsden State Community College students from the Valley Street Campus attended the inaugural Thurgood Marshall College Fund Workforce Development Summit held Jan. 30-Feb. 1 in Birmingham. The students are Giaus Spurgeon and Dyamond McCadney. The Summit, which serves as a forum for Historically Black Community Colleges to connect with workforce talent and industry partners, provided an invaluable three-day experience for the students to learn the skills required to thrive, grow and
GADSDEN, AL – Ally Croy is the first Gadsden State Community College softball player to be named the Division I Player of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference. The freshman catcher and utility player posted a .643 batting average over the week. “Ally is an incredibly talented player who works and competes as hard as any player I’ve ever coached,” said Ryan Clark, head coach. Croy, a native of Lyerly, Ga., and graduate of Chattooga High School, earned the honor after recording seven
GADSDEN, AL – Longtime coach Eddy Norris has been named the new head basketball coach for the Gadsden State Community College Lady Cardinals. With 34 years of experience coaching at the collegiate and high school levels, Norris brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the team. “I’ve been blessed,” he said. “It’s been 34 successful years of coaching, and I’m very proud of that.” Norris said he has a long-standing commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court. “I want
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Theatre Department will present Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” at the Black Box Theatre in Meadows Hall. The production will run for two weekends: March 6-8 and March 13-15. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. each night as well as 2 p.m. matinees on Saturdays. The play was first performed in 1895 and is widely considered Wilde’s most brilliant and enduring work. It is an exploration of identity, love and social expectations and