Economy Alabama’s community colleges add $6.6 billion to state economy The Alabama Community College System directly impacts 98,923 jobs in the state, representing about 2.7 percent of Alabama’s gross state product. StaffFebruary 14, 2023
News Rapid, no-cost training for construction jobs available across Alabama Alabama’s construction industry has thousands of job openings and now free training to operate bulldozers and skid steers. StaffNovember 30, 2022
State Inaugural Economic Development Academy graduates 129 municipal leaders The Academy is designed to educate municipal officials and business leaders on economic development best practices. StaffNovember 10, 2022
Education Olivier Charles appointed President of Bishop State Community College Charles’ appointment marks one of two of the last permanent college presidential appointments at Alabama’s community and technical colleges. StaffJuly 14, 2022
Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s community colleges serve our students and our state Our partnerships with business and industry will continue to grow because Alabama’s community colleges recognize we must continually adapt. Jimmy BakerMarch 31, 2022
Education PARCA study shows Alabama’s college-going rate’s continued downward trend Four-year college attendance held steady while two-year attendance dropped 4 percent. Jacob HolmesNovember 10, 2021
Education Scholarships for high school, college students toward auto manufacturing careers The deadline to apply is Oct. 29. StaffOctober 15, 2021
Education Community colleges to offer STEM dual enrollment scholarships Dual enrollment gives Alabama’s high school students access to college-level classes. StaffAugust 11, 2021
Elections Gov. Kay Ivey announces she will run for re-election Gov. Kay Ivey announced that she will seek a second full term as governor in 2022. Brandon MoseleyJune 2, 2021
Education Four new Community College System trustees sworn in, new board leadership selected The board selected Milton Davis as chairman, replacing outgoing board member Al Thompson, who served as chair since 2015. StaffMay 20, 2021