Wallace State releases Summer 2022 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates the 226 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2022 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester while...
Wallace State’s Future Foundation raises more than $185,250 during 12th annual Student Investment Luncheon
From left, Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics shares a conversation with Bill St. John and Scotty Hooper during Wednesday’s Student Investment Luncheon and Auction. Image credit: WSCC
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Future Foundation hosted its 12th annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction on Wednesday,...
Wallace State’s Aviation/Flight Technology program adds flight simulator for helicopter training
Wallace State Aviation/Flight Technology students Tim Hill, left, and Johnathan Johnson utilize the helicopter simulator recently.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Aviation/Flight Technology program has recently added a flight simulator for its helicopter training.
“This training device is a great asset to our program. A helicopter makes...
DB Technologies holds grand opening at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - DB Technologies recently held their grand opening at Wallace State Community College (WSCC) in the Bailey Center Friday, July 16. Among those present were Dr. David Branscomb of DB Technologies, Ted Clem of the Alabama Department of Commerce, Hanceville Mayor Kenneth...
Wallace State Community College announces fall 2019 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College congratulates the 773 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2019 Semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester...
Wallace State MLT program updates technology for students
Wallace State Medical Laboratory Technician students Steven Duncan of Fayette and Taylor Ellis of Guntersville count white blood cells during a class exercise. Each student in the program now has access to an iPad they use before, during and after class exercises for an...
Wallace State’s Evelyn Burrow Museum Presents ‘Alabama Art: Inside Out’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, announces a new exhibition on loan from Troy University, “Alabama Art: Inside Out,” which will be on display in the museum’s main gallery through September 31.
“Alabama Art: Inside Out” originated...
Wallace State: Speeker establishes first endowed scholarship of 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation recently announced its first endowed scholarship of the year with the creation of the Dr. James Speeker and Donna Speeker Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship will benefit students studying Diagnostic Imaging at Wallace State.
Donna Speeker,...
Dozens of Wallace State retirees gather for annual luncheon
Wallace State retirees Judy Wood, left, Dr. Jenny Folsom and Janice Morgan pose for a photo during the recent Retirees Luncheon hosted by the Wallace State Alumni Association. In the background, Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics visits with former Wallace State basketball coach...
Wallace State students win two SkillsUSA gold medals and six medals overall at national competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College students Jacob Humphrey, Chase Blakey and Benjamin Brownlee each earned gold medals at the 55th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Louisville, Ky., over the weekend, collecting the first gold medals for the college ...
Wallace State student David Schwaiger selected to visit NASA’s Stennis Space Center in April
David Schwaiger has been selected to visit the NASA Stennis Space Center in April.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College student David Schwaiger has been selected to travel to NASA’s Stennis Space Center this spring to participate in the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars Project...
Wallace State’s Adult Education program offering newly-created nontraditional high school diploma
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State’s Adult Education program has added a new alternative for students who didn’t complete their high school education.
The nontraditional high school diploma, which was recently approved by the Alabama Community College System and the Alabama State Department of Education, allows students...
Wallace State Alumni profile: Dr. Olivia Walker began her academic path at Wallace State, sparking her physical therapist career
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Dr. Olivia Walker’s path to opening her career door began at Wallace State Community College.
Walker is currently a physical therapist in Fayetteville, Georgia, working with acute rehabilitation patients. After graduating from Wallace State in 2015, Walker transferred to the University of...
Wallace State’s Applied Technologies Division hosting 2nd annual Signing Day Feb. 16
2016 Technical Signing Day
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College’s Applied Technologies Division is hosting its second annual Career Technical Letter of Intent Signing Day on Thursday, Feb. 16, at the James C. Bailey Center 12th floor.
Modeled on an athletics signing, the Technical Division Signing...
Wallace State Alumni Association announces travel plans for 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association announces its travel plans for 2025. All trips are open to the public.
2025 Ozarks Tour – Hot Springs, Arkansas; Branson, Missouri; and Eureka Springs, Arkansas
A five-day, four-night trip May 12-16, will take visitors first...
Veteran and educator George Brady takes to the skies with Wallace State Aviation degree
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - George Brady is a 70-year-old retired veteran from Ensley who has lived a life marked by a dedication to service and a passion for educating others. Since he was a young man, Brady has been intrigued by airplanes and always wanted...
Wallace State’s Aviation/Flight Technology welcomes new training aircraft
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Aviation/Flight Technology program has recently added three new Cessna 172 model aircraft and a multi-engine trainer to its fleet.
“These new airplanes are much needed and will help us incorporate glass cockpit and autopilot training. We’ve looked forward to adding autopilot...
Wallace State alum Jeff Dingler has essay published in Huffington Post as he completes debut novel
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Jeff Dingler has always been fascinated with the power of words, and his writing career has continued to flourish since graduating from Wallace State Community College in 2015.
Dingler, 34, was published by HuffPost earlier this year for a personal essay he...
TWINNING: WSCC Athletics seeing double with 5 sets of twins
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- This season, five sets of twins are ready to make their mark on Wallace State Community College's athletics teams. United by their passion for sports and their shared experiences, these siblings bring a unique dynamic to the court and field, ready...
Wallace State Community College named safest campus in Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College in Hanceville has been named the safest college campus in Alabama, according to a study released this week.
The Your Local Security study was based on U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety and Security analysis and the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report. The...
Wallace State arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum named for Traditions Bank
Updated 2-17-20 3:26 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The arena inside Wallace State Community College’s Tom Drake Coliseum has been newly named Traditions Bank Arena, announced Wallace State President Vicki Karolewics.
On Wednesday, the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees approved the naming at its monthly...
Wallace State inducts new Phi Theta Kappa members during spring ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society welcomed new members recently during its annual spring induction ceremony.
Phi Theta Kappa is the college’s honor society, and Wallace State students are eligible for consideration if they maintain a 3.5 GPA for...
Wallace State’s Laura Smith highlights the careers of occupational therapy practitioners for Occupational Therapy Month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Laura Smith is an occupational therapist who teaches the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Wallace State. For Occupational Therapy Month, she explained the overlooked details of the career and shared the many ways occupational therapy helps clients. When talking about a...
Tyson Foods renews commitment to Alabama’s agriculture industry with $208 million dollar investment in new Hanceville facility
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tyson Foods, Friday morning at Wallace State Community College, announced a new facility adjacent to its former Hanceville Tyson Foods/ River Valley Ingredients rendering plant. The previous plant was part of Tyson’s Hanceville complex and suffered a total loss due to...
Wallace State’s CDL program offers training to wheelchair users
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Kenneth Gamble and James Ledford, both wheelchair users, each have a passion for the road.
Because of that, both men searched extensively to find a location statewide where they could earn their Commercial Driver’s License as a wheelchair user.
Wallace State’s CDL program...
Wallace State’s horticulture/agriculture program hosting spring plant sale
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s (WSCC) Horticulture/Agriculture program is currently hosting its spring plant sale. The public is invited to the WSCC greenhouses for the event. Sale hours each week are Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Friday...
Wallace State offering free training in Automation Technician, Computer Applications, Diesel Technology, Phlebotomy and Welding beginning in January
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Adult Education Department, the Center for Career and Workforce Development and select programs on campus are teaming up, beginning in January, to offer free training to any student seeking specific skills to enter the workforce.
Training is available...
Wallace State recognizes 690 students named to President’s List and Dean’s List
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates the 690 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester...
WSCC Culinary Arts welcomes Pate, ADAI
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) Culinary Arts students on Thursday welcomed Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture of Industries Rick Pate and representatives from the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) to campus for a lunch prepared with locally sourced products to...
President of renewable energy company got his start in Wallace State Green Construction program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Since he was a child, Mason Holmes has been running outside to play. Whether it was camping or floating down a river in a canoe, Holmes and his family spent most days outdoors. Nature was a place full of wonder and...
Wallace State Nursing pins 97 students; includes 1st group to complete new mobility program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education pinned almost 100 students who recently completed the Associate Degree in Nursing program. More than 20 were the first to enroll in a Mobility Nursing option that allows licensed practical nurses, paramedics,...
Buckelew selected as Wallace State’s 2020 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty honoree
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Dr. Kathy Buckelew is Wallace State Community College’s 2020 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty recipient, as sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC).
Buckelew, the chairperson of Wallace State’s English Department, has taught at Wallace State for nearly 17 years,...
Wallace State releases Spring 2019 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College congratulates the 804 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2019 Semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester...
Wallace State Community College releases spring 2021 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College congratulates the 689 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2021 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester...
Wallace State Nursing grad now naval lieutenant commander and member of Trump’s medical team
Naval Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) Chris Lynn walks along the West Colonnade, which connects the West Wing to the Residence and is often seen as the backdrop to Rose Garden events at the White House.
HANCEVILLE - U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Christopher Lynn, RN, BSN, MBA,...
Cullman High School hosts college readiness event with WSCC
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School (CHS) and Wallace State Community College (WSCC) came together on the CHS campus on Monday evening to offer an event that could allow parents and students an opportunity to learn how to prepare for their next possible course...
Wallace State’s golf teams conclude respective seasons at nationals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s golf teams wrapped up action recently at their respective NJCAA Division I National Championships.
The Lady Lions, coached by J.J. Adams, finished tied for 11th in Ormond Beach, Fla., and the men’s team finished 13th in Lubbock, Texas. The men...
Home Builders Association, Housing Authority each donate $25K to Wallace State Future Foundation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation recently received two $25,000 donations that create endowed scholarships for students at the college. An endowed scholarship ensures that funds will be available for those scholarships in perpetuity.
The Cullman County Home Builders Association donated...
Wallace State Occupational Therapy Assistant program pins 60 students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The largest graduating class for Wallace State Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program participated in a pinning ceremony recognizing their accomplishments. Sixty students walked across the stage to receive their pin. “Congrats, here we are — we’re done; we’re finished; it’s...
WSCC: Women in Diesel Meet and Greet April 11
Women in Diesel Meet and Greet
When: April 11Time: 5 to 7 p.m.Where: WSCC Diesel Technology BuildingRegister: www.wallacestate.edu/womenindieselinfo
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Diesel Technology program is hosting a Women in Diesel Meet and Greet on Thursday, April 11, aimed at women interested in...
Information sessions planned for Wallace State programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Several Wallace State Community College health science programs will soon be hosting information sessions to provide details to those interested in learning more about the programs and the application process. Applications for Fall 2025 entry will be accepted starting in March....
WSCC Alumni Association plans Victorian Christmas trip to Franklin and Nashville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - While Christmas is still months away, area residents can make plans now to celebrate a Victorian Christmas holiday-themed tour to Franklin and Nashville, Tennessee Dec. 12-14. Sponsored by the Wallace State Community College Alumni Association, the three-day, two-night group trip includes...
7-week Phlebotomy course offers introduction into medical career
Kendra Cummings works as a phlebotomist at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She completed the non-credit Phlebotomy program through Wallace State Community College’s Continuing Education program after graduating high school.
HANCEVILLE - Kendra Cummings of Baileyton once had a fear of needles. But the 2014 graduate...
Pair of former Wallace State students win $44,500 on FOX’s ‘Beat Shazam’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State alum Emma Wright has been a loyal follower of the FOX game show “Beat Shazam” since its debut in 2017.
Wright and former Wallace State dual enrollment student Jazmin Bobo are now in the record books as “Beat Shazam” contestant...
WSCC announces new applied technologies programs for fall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the start of new programs in applied technologies this fall. It also plans to close of one of its older programs.
Significant new offerings include an electric vehicle program for new automotive technologies and an electrical...
Wallace State congratulates students earning place on President’s List and Dean’s List
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates the 834 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the fall 2021 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester...
WSCC Engineering Technology program introduces Digital Fabrication Pathway
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College's Engineering Technology program now offers a Digital Fabrication Pathway, an innovative track designed to equip students with the latest skills in the rapidly evolving field of digital fabrication.
Digital fabrication is a design and production process that combines...
Almost 100 graduate from Wallace State Nursing program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education recognized almost 100 students on Thursday, May 9, during a pinning ceremony that also recognized award winners.
“We will celebrate this group’s accomplishments, which are many, and witness the passing of the light...
Wallace State hosts 5th annual Career and Technical Letter of Intent Signing Day
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Applied Technologies Division last week welcomed high school seniors and recent graduates to its fifth annual Career and Technical Letter of Intent Signing Day, complete with a ceremony and lunch celebrating students’ choice of a technical/vocational education...
American Fire CEO and President Josh Whaley, a Wallace State grad, presents to Applied Technologies students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Josh Whaley, chief executive officer and president of American Fire, is a 1997 Wallace State Community College graduate and members of his company were on campus recently, discussing career opportunities with current Wallace State students enrolled in welding, HVAC, mechatronics and...
Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show returns to Wallace State June 12
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – On Saturday, June 12, the City of Hanceville will celebrate the history and heritage of big wheels, horsepower and torque at the 23rd annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show at Wallace State Community College.
Charles Allen who, along with Bonnie Hamrick...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball hosts Fall Bash, Cross Country teams place 4th at Firehawk Invitational, Men’s Tennis excels at ITA SE Regional Championships, Men’s Golf places 2nd at Chuck Kalanick...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College hosted the Fall Bash Volleyball Tournament over the weekend, welcoming teams to campus for a packed slate of matches. The Wallace State Volleyball team competed in five games, earning three victories, including a 3-0 sweep over Walters State Community College...
Wallace State’s Small Farmer Training spring/summer courses begin next week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Small Farmer Training program is offering an exciting variety of courses beginning in April and into the fall semester.
Offerings include online courses, one-day classes and specialized summer camps. A spring plant sale will also be conducted between...
Wallace State celebrates Class of 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated commencement exercises on Friday, May 9, where around 600 students walked across the stage in two ceremonies for the Academic and Applied Technology programs and the Health Science programs. More than 2,000 degrees and certificates will...
Wallace State releases spring 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 685 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for...
Wallace State recognizes students at annual Honors Convocation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College recognized hundreds of students on Tuesday, April 27, during its annual Honors Convocation. The Honors Convocation recognized the achievements of current students.
“Wallace State’s student body is made up of about 5,500 students who collectively bring recognition to...
Maci Key becomes Wallace State’s first National SkillsUSA Officer; WSCC trio wins national medals
Maci Key is the first Wallace State student to serve as a SkillsUSA National Officer delegate.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College students made a mark recently at the 53rd annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference held in Louisville, Kentucky, where students compete against...
Wallace State Diagnostic Medical Sonography graduates 25 from program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than two dozen students from the Diagnostic Sonography program at Wallace State Community College were recognized during its annual pinning ceremony, with 25 crossing the stage in the James C. Bailey Center Auditorium.
Program Director April Sutherland remarked on the selflessness...
Wallace State’s English, math honor societies induct new members
Sigma Theta Kappa Spring 2018 inductees
HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State chapters of Mu Alpha Theta and Sigma Kappa Delta recognized new members during a March 1 Induction Ceremony in the Bailey Center Auditorium.
Mu Alpha Theta is the mathematics honor society for community colleges. The...
More businesses join WSCC Powerful Partnerships program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Three more companies have signed on the dotted line to join the Powerful Partnerships program at Wallace State Community College, providing their employees with benefits and training specific to their needs
LP Building Solutions, NAFCO and YKTA each recently joined the Powerful...
Wallace State Sonography students encourage healthy hearts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students in Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program spent Valentine’s Day spreading the word about the importance of being aware of heart health.
The Sonography program at Wallace State offers as one of its degree options a specialization in Cardiovascular...
WSCC instructor Susanna Heinze shares passion for biology with millions on YouTube
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — In an era dominated by internet media, Wallace State Community College biology instructor Susanna Heinze, has harnessed the power of YouTube to inspire and educate students from all over the globe. Heinze began making instructional biology videos and posting them on...
Wallace State Christmas Spectacular set for Dec. 6
Backed up by the Wallace State Jazz Band, Santa Claus and the Wallace State singers perform during the 2016 Christmas Spectacular. The 2018 Christmas Spectacular will be held on Thursday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m., in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is free...
More than 25 graduate from WSCC Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 25 students were recognized during a pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Wallace State Community College. Sixteen students from the Abdomen/Vascular pathway and 13 from the Cardiovascular pathway successfully completed their studies, with the majority of...
Wallace State Dental Hygiene student worked as extra on ‘Black Panther’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — When Wallace State Community College Dental Hygiene student Portia Watkins begins her career as a dental hygienist in a few short months, she will have at least a couple of conversation starters when she’s speaking to her patients.
Watkins, 26, of Phenix City, has worked...
Wallace State announces Presidential Award of Excellence winners
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College is proud to announce the recipients of the 2020 Presidential Awards of Excellence in the Academic, Applied Technologies and Health Science divisions. These awards are given to students who exhibit a strong work ethic, the ability to...
Jacksonville State University and Wallace State announce transfer agreement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University and Wallace State Community College have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop pathways for transfer from the community college to the university.
“We look forward to the strengthening of a partnership that has existed between our institutions for...
WSCC Big Band Dance set for April 21
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Jazz Band will hold its annual Big Band Dance on Friday, April 21, at the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
“We’d like to invite everyone to come and enjoy music from icons like Glen...
Wallace State receives Rising Star award from Aspen Institute
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Aspen Institute on Thursday, April 17, announced that Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, one of 16 colleges in the Wisconsin Technical College System, is the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition for high...
Wallace State students earn place on President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College in Hanceville congratulates the 839 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2016 Semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the...
Wallace State recognizes Phi Theta Kappa spring inductees
Wallace State’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society has welcomed one of its largest groups this semester. / WSCC
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recently welcomed approximately 180 new members during its annual spring induction ceremony, marking one of the largest groups...
Wallace State Basketball Coach Allen Sharpe hired by UAH
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College announces that women’s and men’s head basketball coach Allen Sharpe has accepted a position as head coach of the University of Alabama at Huntsville women’s basketball program.
Sharpe recently completed his ninth season in two stints as Wallace...
ArtsKids! continues with BroadwayKids! and StudioKids! classes at Wallace State
Area students participating in the SingKids! session of ArtsKids! at Wallace State perform during the Christmas Spectacular in December, with Wallace State students.
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program will continue its new ArtsKids! program this spring with two sessions: BroadwayKids!...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Wallace State volleyball ranked 16th in NJCAA Division I preseason poll
HANCEVILLE, ALA. -- Wallace State’s volleyball team is ranked 16th in the NJCAA Division I preseason poll. The Lions open the season on Thursday at Cleveland State, ultimately seeking their 11th consecutive conference championship under coach Randy Daniel.
Returning sophomores for the Lions this...
Students commit to Wallace State Applied Technology programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Dozens of students put pen to paper recently, committing to Applied Technology programs at Wallace State Community College as part of the NC3 Letter of Intent Signing Day.
“Today we celebrate a commitment, opportunity and the bright future of technical education,” said...
Wallace State contributes $276M to area economy
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A new economic impact study released Wednesday, Feb. 12, shows Wallace State Community College contributed $276.1 million in income to the WSCC service area economy, representing approximately 2.1% of the region’s total gross regional product (GRP). This economic activity supported 4,106...
WSCC Nursing students prepare for SkillsUSA presentation
Wallace State Nursing students Taylor Brock, left, Paige Love, Megan Moore, and Nursing Instructor Heather Ashley are preparing for the 2019 Alabama SkillsUSA Leadership Conference, Championship and Career Expo, where they will make a presentation about the annual Let’s Pretend Hospital.
HANCEVILLE - Though they...
Wallace State students receive awards at annual Awards Night
Paul Knetter of Gardendale was presented the 2018 President’s Cup at Honors Night.
HANCEVILLE - Students at Wallace State Community College were recognized for their achievements recently at the college’s Awards Night ceremony, held on the campus in Hanceville. Awards for campus leadership, scholastic achievement,...
Restaurateurs, ranchers and foodies gather for inaugural Taste of Cullman event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Dedicated restauranteurs and chefs, local ranchers and growers and those who just love a good bite to eat gathered at Wallace State Community College on Monday evening, Nov. 13, to attend Wallace State Culinary Pride’s inaugural “Taste of Cullman” homegrown food...
Wallace State’s Adult Education Department conducts commencement for 2020 and 2021 graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Adult Education Department recently conducted its commencement, recognizing graduates from both the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 classes at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre.
More than 30 graduates participated in the ceremony and more than 80 individuals earned their GED...
WSCC OT students contribute over $3,300 to Secret Meals for Hungry Children
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Monday, students and faculty of the Wallace State Occupational Therapy (OT) program met with representatives of Alabama Credit Union to present them a donation of $830 for their Secret Meals for Hungry Children student feeding program, bringing OT contributions to...
WSCC: Electrical Technology option offers training for future electricians
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is offering a new option in Electrical Technology starting this Fall 2023 semester providing training of industrial, commercial and residential electricians and for the installation and maintenance of charging options for electric vehicles.
“Wallace State listens to...
WSCC launching Robotic Welding Technician degree
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s (WSCC) welding program is preparing for a noteworthy fall 2022 semester. The department is launching a new Robotic Welding Technician degree and moving into a new space on campus – the state-of-the-art Center for Robotic Welding, Fabrication...
Wallace State’s newest FAME cohort recognized at induction ceremony and safety banner signing
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the North Central Alabama Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program have introduced the third and newest AMT (Advanced Manufacturing Technician) apprenticeship cohorts at the college.
The latest group was recognized at...
Wallace State Future Foundation celebrates scholarship recipients, donors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Dozens of Wallace State Alumni Association and Future Foundation scholarship recipients were able to thank their donors recently at the 2021-2022 Scholarship Celebration.
Wallace State Community College President Dr. Vicki Karolewics said the event is a favorite among college administration, faculty and...
Wallace State/CCBOE partnership puts students on fast track to success
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tucked away on a corner of the Wallace State Community College (WSCC) campus is a collection of non-traditional classrooms designed to serve a group of non-traditional students. In classrooms that are part computer lab and part den (Prefer easy chairs and...
WSCC FAME program welcomes new AMT cohort with induction ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development, in collaboration with the North Central Alabama Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program, recently recognized the college's newest Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) apprenticeship cohort during a special induction ceremony and...
WSCC Systems Engineering Technology Program receives grant from the Institute for Digital Enterprise Advancement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Systems Engineering Technology (SET) degree program is set to expand, thanks to a $20,000 grant awarded by the Institute for Digital Enterprise Advancement (IDEA). The funding will be used to further promote the SET program and support...
WSCC: Medication Assistant Certification courses to be held in Oneonta
ONEONTA, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will offer Medication Assistant Certification (MAC) courses in Oneonta, with classes beginning March 17.
This short-term program will provide classroom instruction for four weeks, followed by 40 hours of clinical training. Upon successful completion of instruction, lab and...
School officials address local industry needs for skilled workers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Friday morning, representatives from more than 20 local industries met with educational leaders to discuss ways of bringing new workers into the workforce. Led by Dale Greer, director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency, the meeting featured speakers...
Wallace State’s F.A.M.E. students announce safety commitments
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State students enrolled in the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (F.A.M.E.) program pledged their personal safety commitments on Monday at a special banner signing at the Advanced Visualization Center.
“This is important because we are trying improve ourselves in the workplace...
Wallace State announces partnership with Kubota Tractor Corporation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) on Thursday announced a new partnership with the Kubota Tractor Corporation.
According to a WSCC press release: Wallace State’s Diesel Technology program is partnering with the Kubota Tractor Corporation to offer exclusive Kubota skills training at the...
Wallace State Respiratory Therapy program pins 37 graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 35 students graduated from the Wallace State Community College Respiratory Therapy program and were recognized at a special pinning ceremony on May 9.
Dr. Ken Crow, former chair of the Respiratory Therapy program, served as the guest speaker, addressing students...
Wallace State hosts inaugural Cullman County Drone Race Friday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh grades took part in the first Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State on Friday in an obstacle course designed by the University of Alabama at Huntsville’s Systems Management and Production Center (SMAP).
The young students honed their...
Wallace State gears up for new virtual reality diesel tech program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is preparing to launch a new diesel tech program this summer with a curriculum that will use Virtual Reality (VR) simulations to help students train to work bumper-to-bumper on diesel-powered heavy trucks, buses, heavy equipment and...
Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2022
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College and President Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena at Tom Drake Coliseum Friday. Two ceremonies were held with Academic and Applied Technologies graduates honored in a morning ceremony, and Health Science graduates honored in the...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development & Reliance Worldwide Corporation launch Tool Maker Registered Apprenticeship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the Machine Tool Technology Department have partnered with Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) to launch a Tool Maker Registered Apprenticeship program.
The apprenticeship program provides apprentices with two years of paid experience...
Wallace State’s Susan Copeland establishes endowed scholarship for nursing students
Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics, left, presents Susan Copeland with a certificate acknowledging Copeland’s gift to the Wallace State Future Foundation establishing the Susan M. Copeland Endowed Scholarship to benefit WSCC Nursing students.
HANCEVILLE - Students at Wallace State Community College in need of...
Wallace State’s free short-term training programs hosting new bootcamp on March 4
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Adult Education Department and the Center for Career and Workforce Development are hosting a new bootcamp orientation for the next round of free training in the following campus programs: certified nursing assistant, culinary arts, diesel technology, phlebotomy and welding....
Wallace State’s Sara Eskew, Zach Hudson win SkillsUSA National gold medals in Mobile Robotic Technology; CSI team wins silver
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College students Sara Eskew and Zach Hudson each earned gold medals recently in the 2021 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference competition.
Eskew and Hudson, both recent graduates, won gold in the Mobile Robotic Technology category, joining elite Wallace...
