Education

Hagood Awarded Loyalty Award at Youth Leadership Development Program Luncheon

Dr. Joel Hagood, President of Bevill State Community College, was awarded the Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Bennie G. Adkins “Loyalty Award” at the Youth Leadership Development Program (YLDP) “Lunch with Heroes” held earlier this week at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The CSM Bennie Adkins “Loyalty Award” is presented to recognize extraordinary loyalty, dedication, and service […]

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Bevill State Community College Nursing Programs Earn Continuing Accreditation from ACEN

Bevill State Community College is proud to announce that its Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing programs have been granted continuing accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This national recognition affirms Bevill State’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of excellence in nursing education across its campuses. The ACEN Board of Commissioners

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McWane, Inc. Donates $25,000 to Bevill State Welding Department

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is proud to announce a generous $25,000 donation from McWane, Inc. in support of the Welding Technology program on the Sumiton Campus. This contribution will directly benefit students by enhancing program resources, expanding opportunities, and preparing the next generation of skilled professionals for high-demand careers in welding. The Welding Technology

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Bevill State Community College Offers Three Flexible Paths to a Commercial Driver’s License

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) continues to be a trusted training provider for individuals seeking a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), offering three flexible pathways designed to fit the needs of students, employers, and independent learners. For decades, BSCC has helped prepare qualified drivers for one of the nation’s most in-demand careers. According to the U.S. Bureau of

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Bevill State Community College Announces 2025 Summer Semester President’s and Dean’s Lists

President’s List The President’s List is compiled at the end of each term. To qualify for this honor, a student must have taken a minimum of 12 credit hours in degree/certificate creditable courses with a 4.00 GPA. This achievement is noted on the student’s transcript. Dean’s List The Dean’s List is compiled at the end

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$8 Million in State Funding for Heman Drummond Center Announced at Walker Area Community Foundation Luncheon

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The Walker Area Community Foundation’s annual luncheon on Wednesday, August 27, brought major news for area schools. State Senator Matt Woods (R-Jasper) announced that the Heman Drummond Center of Innovation will receive an additional $8 million in state funding, bringing the state’s total investment in

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Bevill State and Marion County Schools Expand Dual Enrollment Opportunities with New Marion County College & Career Academy

Hamilton, AL – Bevill State Community College (BSCC) and Marion County Schools have entered into a new agreement to expand dual enrollment opportunities for students through the creation of the Marion County College & Career Academy on the Bevill State Hamilton Campus. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was approved by Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker of the

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Walker College Foundation Scholars Gain Real-World Budgeting Experience Through Bite of Reality Simulation

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton The newest class of Walker College Foundation scholars had a unique opportunity to gain hands-on financial experience during AlaTrust Credit Union’s Bite of Reality simulation on Tuesday, August 5. The event aimed to provide young people with essential financial literacy skills, helping them make informed decisions

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Beloved Local Educators Honored at Annual Juneteenth Luncheon

Words and Image by Jenny Lynn Davis The Bridge Educational Philanthropy hosted its third annual Juneteenth Celebration of Excellence Luncheon at the Jasper Civic Center on Saturday, June 14. The event commemorates a significant day in American history. Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, marks the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in 1865,

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Walker County Arts Alliance Receives Grant from Kiwanis Club of Jasper to Support Music Education in Local Schools

The Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) is proud to announce it has received a generous grant from the Kiwanis Club of Jasper to support its in-school music education programs. This funding will help purchase musical instruments, such as rhythm sticks, for use in elementary classrooms throughout Walker County. Led by music educator Becki Stallsmith, the

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