By the Numbers

Strategic Plan 2016-19

Accreditation

Martha G. LavenderPhD, RN, FAANPresidentIt is my privilege to report on another year of innovation, progress and success at Gadsden State Community College.

 

This online 2017 President’s Report will give you examples of what makes Gadsden State a premier higher learning institution for students obtaining technical skills to benefit Alabama’s workforce; for those who have the desire to take academic courses for their first two years of college before transferring to a four-year university; and for those upgrading their existing skills to become better-trained employees. The President’s Report will also feature accomplishments of our students and members of our faculty and staff as well as highlight successful community partnerships.

 

Gadsden State has a long tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. We seek ways to provide an environment of innovation and discovery for our students. And, we continue to support our strategic plan – the 3 I’s: Instruction, Infrastructure and Institution.

 

Great things are ahead for Gadsden State and the communities it serves. The Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees authorized the issuance of $25 million limited obligation revenue bonds for the purpose of construction of a new science building on the East Broad Campus, an addition to the Cheaha Career Center on the Ayers Campus and the renovation of Allen Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus. Construction on the new building is expected to start in June 2018.

 

As president of Gadsden State Community College, I am proud to be a part of an institution that focuses on changing the lives of students through education and training. From the single mother who bettered her financial situation after obtaining a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology to the non-traditional student who left a 20-year career to follow his dream of becoming a carpenter, Gadsden State can dramatically change the lives of our students.

 

It takes all of us – the students, faculty, staff, alumni and community supporters – to accomplish milestones and continue to grow as a college of choice. I want to thank each and every one of you for the role you play at Gadsden State.

 

Please view our 2017 President’s Report to see inspiring stories about Gadsden State.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

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Precision Machining/ Salon and Spa Management

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MOU with Jacksonville State University

2+2 Poultry Science Program

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Nathan Boatwright and Alyssa Winkles

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Amanda Salers (HSDO)

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Truck Driving Academy

 

 

STUDENT & FACULTY HIGHLIGHTS

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Becky Duckett

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Matt Leder

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Audrey Webb

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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

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