Music director named quarterfinalist for the 2022 Music Educator Award
Dr. Matt Leder, music director and instructor at Gadsden State Community College, is one of 10 Alabama music educators to be selected as a quarterfinalist for the 2022 Music Educator Award presented by the Recording Academy and Grammy Music Foundation. “I’m incredibly honored to be recognized as a quarterfinalist by such prestigious organizations,” he said. “I love my job and I love what I do.” Leder is the only northeast Alabama educator to be selected as a quarterfinalist and the only instructor
City of Oxford
Bike Rodeo to be held this weekend at Choccolocco Park What: Bring your children, their bicycles and their helmets for a free and fun afternoon! There will be a children’s bicycle obstacle course, a bike wash, helmet fitting and decorating, 6 bicycle and helmet giveaways, door prizes, Kona Ice, and the Oxford High School Mountain Bike Team will be doing safety checks and sharing riding tips. When: Sunday, September 26, 2021 3pm-5pm Where: Choccolocco Park Blue Flag Parking Lot Who: Children of all ages;
New resource development officer named
Becky Watson has been named the new resource development officer at Gadsden State Community College. She will begin her duties on Oct. 1. “We are proud that Ms. Watson has decided to join the Gadsden State family,” said Dr. Kathy Murphy, president. “She has an excellent reputation for soliciting and brining gifts to colleges, and Gadsden State will be the beneficiary of her experience.” Watson came to Gadsden State from Troy University, where she served as the associate vice chancellor for Development,
New dean is excited to be at Gadsden State
Dr. Aletta Williamson is the new dean of Enrollment and Retention at Gadsden State Community College. She provides leadership, strategic planning and executive oversight of student enrollment, retention and success for credit and non-credit programs. “My objective is to help Gadsden State meet its enrollment and graduation goals,” she said. “I’m certainly up to the challenge.” Williamson earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education Administration from the University of Alabama in 2013, a Master
Gadsden State students given second opportunity to benefit from Book Assistance Program
Many students attending Gadsden State Community College received support in the form of the Book Assistance Program for the fall semester. Now, current students can continue to receive that support during the spring semester through the College’s Vaccination Incentive Program. “Over 2,300 students qualified in August to purchase required books and tools at one of Gadsden State’s two bookstores,” said Dr. Kathy Murphy, president. “Students may have saved as much as $500 thanks to the assistance
CITY OF ANNISTON NEWS RELEASE
The City of Anniston would like to make you aware that our Multimodal Center (located at 126 West 4th Street, Anniston, AL 36201) will have New Hours of operation starting on October 1, 2021. Beginning Oct. 1st, the Multimodal Center will operate from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM from Monday through Friday, and it will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For questions, please contact the Anniston Parks and Recreation Department at: 256-236-8221. Link to Website: https://bit.ly/3o4LSsb Thank you! Best
Gadsden State’s Public Relations and Marketing Department earns state awards
The Public Relations and Marketing Department at Gadsden State Community College earned seven awards for exemplary work at the Alabama Community College Public Relations Association Conference. It was held Sept. 8-10 in Orange Beach. Pyramid Awards, Certificates of Achievement and Certificates of Merit were award to top PR and marketing projects among the state’s community colleges. “It’s always an honor to be recognized by professionals within our profession for the work that we do,” said Jackie Brehm
Gadsden State to observe Family Literacy Week
Anniston, Ala.—Gadsden State Community College’s Adult Education Services will join with other advocates across the country to recognize National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week Sept. 19-25. “The annual observance raises public awareness about the need for and value of adult education and family literacy,” said Patti Wilkins, director of Gadsden State’s Adult Education Services. “Its goal is to increase awareness for access to basic education programs for U.S. adults with low literacy,
Gadsden State offers free manufacturing classes
Gadsden State Community College’s Adult Education Services is offering free classes for anyone interested in acquiring a nationally-recognized credential as a certified production technician through the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council. The final student orientation and registration for the current semester is now through Wednesday, Sept. 16. Classes will begin Sept. 20. Morning and evening classes will meet at Ralls Hall on the East Broad Campus. The CPT certification addresses the core
Oxford Public Library to Participate in 9/11 Memorial & Museum's Education Exhibition
(OXFORD, AL) SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 – The Oxford Public Library is excited to announce its participation in September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World, an educational exhibition that presents the history of 9/11, its origins, and its ongoing implications through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks. Told across 14 posters, this exhibition includes archival photographs and images of artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection. It explores the consequences of terrorism
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY TO PARTICIPATE IN 9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM’S EDUCATION EXHIBITION
(OXFORD, AL) SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 – The Oxford Public Library is excited to announce its participation in September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World, an educational exhibition that presents the history of 9/11, its origins, and its ongoing implications through the personal stories of those who witnessed and survived the attacks. Told across 14 posters, this exhibition includes archival photographs and images of artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection. It explores the consequences
CITY OF ANNISTON PRESS RELEASE - AMAG GRANT
Good Afternoon, The Anniston Museums and Gardens (AMAG) has earned a $5,000 competitive Alabama Humanities Recovery Grant from the Alabama Humanities Alliance. This award will help make possible interactive stations at the Berman Museum. The Berman Museum’s collection is captivating with artifacts such as Hitler’s tea set and espionage weapons, but often the story is lost to our young visitors. In order to capture our young audience’s attention, we plan to use AHA funds to add hands-on interactives
News Release: 9/7/2021
Amy Henderson is the director for the Oxford Public Library, and she also serves as the secretary and chair-elect for the Alabama Virtual Library Council. The City of Oxford is proud to announce Mrs. Henderson will become chair of this organization in October. The AVL Council is composed of representatives from the Alabama State Department of Education, the Alabama Public Library Service, the Alabama Community College System, the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, and the Alabama Supercomputer
Gadsden State to add cross country team to Athletics Department
Gadsden State Community College President Kathy Murphy has announced the addition of cross country to its athletics program beginning in the 2022-23 academic year. “We have chosen to reinstate the cross country program to create additional scholarship opportunities for our student athletes, enhance student engagement and promote collegiate life,” she said. Gadsden State ended its cross country program following the Fall 2011 season. Mike Cancilla, athletics director, said he is excited about adding
CITY OF ANNISTON PRESS RELEASE - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Good Morning, The City of Anniston would like everyone to be aware of two upcoming Comprehensive Plan events. To start, on Thursday, September 9th, there will be a Charrette Workshop from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Anniston City Meeting Center (1615 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201) in the Main Hall. At this event the Comprehensive Plan team will present their key findings to the public. Afterwards, the public will break up into teams of roughly 8-10 people. Each team will be working with a large map
CITY OF ANNISTON PRESS RELEASE - BERMAN MUSEUM CONSTRUCTION
Good Morning, The Berman Museum will soon be undergoing new construction, as they prepare for some exciting changes! Due to the construction, the Berman Museum will be closed to the public from Tuesday, September 7, 2021 – Thursday, October 7, 2021. Keep an eye on our social media accounts for behind the scene pictures and updates! For questions or more information, please contact the Anniston Museums and Gardens Public Relations and Marketing Manager, Renee Lyons,
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Gadsden State students, PTK members earn scholarships
Gadsden State students, PTK members earn scholarships Two Gadsden State Community College students have received scholarships as a result of their academic success and their membership in Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. “It’s always rewarding when our students are recognized for their achievements at Gadsden State,” said Melissa Davis, advisor of the Rho Rho Chapter of PTK. “Hard work pays off.” Jase Jelks is one of 208 PTK members named a 2021 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar, and Kaylie Reeves
September 2021 Education Briefs from Gadsden State
Gadsden State closed Sept. 10 for Fall Convocation All campuses, offices and services at Gadsden State Community College will be closed Sept. 10 for faculty and staff to participate in the fall semester convocation and professional development. -More- Vaccination clinics, incentives offered at Gadsden State Gadsden State Community College will host two vaccination clinics with the Alabama Department of Public Health and will offer incentives to fully-vaccinated students and employees.
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CALHOUN COUNTY SCHOOLS UPDATE
August 30, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tiffany DeBoer, Public Information Officer Office: 256-435-0540; Cell: 256-913-7004; Email: tdeboer@calhounema.org ______________________________________________________________________________CALHOUN COUNTY SCHOOLS UPDATE The following school systems will be making changes to their normal school schedule on Tuesday, August 31st, 2021 due to possibility of inclement weather: - Anniston City Schools: Closed on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 to students
Gadsden State releases summer semester honors list
The Summer Semester 2021 President’s List at Gadsden State Community College was released by President Kathy Murphy. Full-time students who earn a semester grade point average of 4.0 (with all A’s) and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours of college-level work are named to the President’s List. They are: Albertville – Joe Amos, Jocelyn Bernstein, Christa Cochran, Evan Delahoussaye, Alex Juan Gaspar, Kayla La PierAlexandria – Dylan DiGangi, Dalton Hernandez, Jeremy Rogers, Matthew WallAnniston –
