Education

Bevill State Community College Welcomes Bobby Daniels as New Head Volleyball Coach and Associate Athletic Director

Bevill State Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Bobby Daniels as the new Head Coach for the Lady Bears volleyball team on the Fayette Campus and as Associate Athletic Director. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years in coaching, including 20 years in volleyball, Coach Daniels brings extensive experience and dedication […]

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Pizza Politics: Maddox Intermediate’s Mock Election Teaches Civic Lessons with a Slice of Fun

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill With the 2024 General Election approaching, Americans will soon head to the polls to elect the next President of the United States. However, another important election was held this week—though with a more playful twist. On Monday, November 4, Maddox Intermediate School hosted a mock

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Carbon Hill High School, Walker College Foundation Host Thornton Scholars Reception

Words and Images by Jenny Lynn Davis On Friday, October 25, Carbon Hill High School and The Walker College Foundation held a reception celebrating the recipients of the William Thornton Scholarship—an enduring educational fund that has opened doors to college for over 500 Carbon Hill graduates. Established by beloved Carbon Hill residents William and Minnie

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Bevill State Hosts STEM Explorers: Drones and Robotics Day for 5th and 6th Graders

Walker County, AL – Bevill State Community College successfully hosted the STEM Explorers: Drones & Robotics Day on September 21, 2024, welcoming approximately 40 students from Walker County Schools, Jasper City Schools, and Sumiton Christian School. Funded by the STEM22 grant, the goal of this hands-on event was to spark interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields,

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Carbon Hill High School Receives 26 Bicycles Through $10K Cawaco Grant

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Carbon Hill High School has received 26 bicycles for students thanks to a $10,000 grant from Cawaco Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) in partnership with the Alabama Legislature. The bikes were officially presented on Friday, August 30, at the Carbon Hill High School gym. Several

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Bevill State Celebrates Alabama’s Victory at 2024 MSHA National Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench, Technician Team, and Pre-Shift Competition

Bevill State Community College is proud to announce the outstanding achievement of the State of Alabama Mine Rescue First Aid Team at the 2024 MSHA National Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench, Technician Team, and Pre-Shift Competition held in Lexington, Kentucky. The team, consisting of Matt Miller (Captain), Tim Bailey, Eric Edge, and trainer Dale Johnson,

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Bevill State Community College Launches New Facilities Maintenance Technology Program

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is proud to announce the launch of its new Facilities Maintenance Technology program, a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required to excel as maintenance technicians in a variety of specialized areas. This innovative program addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in

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Bevill State Hosting STEM Explorers: Drones & Robotics Day on September 21

Calling All Young Explorers! Join Bevill State Community College for an exciting day of innovation and discovery at the STEM Explorers: Drones & Robotics Day on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bevill State Quad, adjacent to Gamble Park. This event is FREE for 5th and 6th-grade students from Walker County, Jasper City,

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