Education

Mia Henslee Earns First Runner-Up at Youth of the Year Competition

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Justin Hunter Carbon Hill High School sophomore Mia Henslee recently stood before an audience of 300 distinguished guests at the Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year celebration, held at The Club in Birmingham, speaking about resilience, opportunity, and the lessons passed down from her mother. […]

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Dutton Expands Leadership Skills Through Superintendents Academy

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Jolei Higgins For more than 27 years, Kyle Dutton has dedicated himself to public education, taking on roles as a teacher, counselor, principal, and now as a District Administrator for Walker County Schools. Recently, he added another achievement to his career: completing the Alabama Superintendents Academy. While

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Bevill State to Host Dual Enrollment Parent Meetings

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) invites high school students and their guardians to attend its upcoming Dual Enrollment Parent Meetings. These sessions are open to all high school students—including homeschooled students—and will provide valuable information on eligibility requirements, available funding, and the academic and career advantages of dual enrollment. The Dual Enrollment program at BSCC allows high

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Bevill State Contributes $341.2 Million to Regional Economy

Image by Ryan McGill Bevill State Community College (BSCC) continues to be a driving force for economic growth and workforce development in Alabama, contributing $341.2 million to the region’s economy, according to a newly released Economic Impact Study by Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics. The study, which evaluates the impact of Alabama’s

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Dr. Jon Stephenson Builds a Distinguished Career in Higher Education Leadership

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Nadia Hassan, Pensacola State College Dr. Jon Stephenson, a proud native of Walker County, Alabama, and a Sumiton Christian High School graduate, has built a distinguished career in higher education. As Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at Pensacola State College, he oversees student services across six

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Bevill State Campuses Closed Jan. 10 Due to Weather Concerns

Due to possible inclement weather conditions throughout our service area, all Bevill State Community College campuses will be closed on Friday, January 10. Online registration for the 2025 Spring Semester will remain open during this time. Please stay safe and stay updated on local weather conditions. Bevill State will keep students and employees informed about

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Bevill State Community College Announces 2024 Fall 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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Bevill State Unveils Enhanced Facilities on Hamilton Campus

Bevill State Community College recently hosted an event to celebrate the completion of major upgrades on its Hamilton Campus. These improvements, made possible through support from the Alabama Legislature, the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), represent a significant investment in education and the future of the broader community. The

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