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 – The Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association presented its Outstanding Alumni of the Year Awards during the Homecoming festivities on Feb. 13 in the Beck Gymnasium. “The awards were given to exceptional individuals who have demonstrated a deep commitment to Gadsden State Community College, its students and the community,” said Hillary Folsom, director of Advancement and Alumni Relations. The Gadsden State Alumni Association, an advocacy group composed of alumni, students,
GADSDEN, AL – The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention joined local and state leaders to present a check in the amount of $13.6 million to grantees, including the Skills Training Division at Gadsden State Community College. The check presentation was Feb. 18 in the Alabama State House in Montgomery. 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
Gadsden, Ala. (March 4, 2025) – Gadsden Regional Medical Center has named Michael Hall as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective March 31st. Hall has more than a decade of healthcare leadership experience, most recently serving as CEO of Moberly Regional Medical Center in Moberly, Missouri. In this role and throughout his career, he has led initiatives to grow access to services, recruit physicians, drive quality improvements, increase patient satisfaction, and employee and physician engagement. He
GADSDEN, AL – John David Cunningham and Luke Russo, members of the Gadsden State Community College men’s tennis team, have been named Tennis Co-Players of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference. The duo went 3-1 last week at No. 2 doubles, securing key conference victories against Coastal Alabama Community College-North and Marion Military Institute and a win against Shorter University. Cunningham, a sophomore from Rome, Ga., who attended Model High School, is currently pursuing
GADSDEN, AL (FEBRUARY 26, 2025) – Next week, Gadsden Regional Medical Center kicks off its annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefitting the Etowah Community Food Bank and is inviting community members to participate in this effort to fight hunger in the local area. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least donated items. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive begins March 3rd and will run through March