Bishop State Community College Apprenticeship Corner Vol. 2
Bishop State Community College Hosts Annual Christmas Concert
MOBILE, Ala., December 2, 2024 – Bishop State Community College is hosting its Annual Christmas Concert featuring performances from the College Choir, students from LeFlore High School, Floretta P. Carson Visual & Performing Arts Academy, and other special guests. The concert will be directed by choral director, Mr. Willie Williams. When: Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) Where: Dauphin Way United Methodist Church, 1507 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36604 Who: Bishop State
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Bishop State, University of South Alabama Agreement to Support Culinary Arts Graduates Transitionin
MOBILE, Ala., November 18, 2024 – A specialized articulation agreement between Bishop State Community College and the University of South Alabama will provide a seamless pathway for culinary arts graduates to transfer associate degree credits toward a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and tourism management. This agreement marks an important step in expanding academic opportunities for students interested in advancing their careers in the hospitality and tourism industry. A degree in hospitality and
Bishop State Community College Introduces Apprenticeship Corner Newsletter
Bishop State Community College is excited to roll out the first edition of the Apprenticeship Corner. This monthly publication is aimed to let you know what is happening in work-based learning, pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeship programs across our region, as well as ways that you can get involved.
Bishop State, Alabama A&M University Partner for Transfer Scholarships
Bishop State Community College, Alabama A&M University Partner for Transfer Scholarships MOBILE, Ala., October 4, 2024 – A partnership between Bishop State Community College and Alabama A&M University will provide new full-tuition scholarship opportunities for Bishop State graduates planning to transfer. Through the memorandum of understanding, the institutions aim to streamline the pathway for students to continue their education at the four-year university, while offering financial support to those
Bishop State, Alabama A&M University to Sign MOU for Transfer Scholarships
Bishop State, Alabama A&M University to Sign MOU for Transfer Scholarships MOBILE, Ala., (October 4, 2024) – Bishop State Community College and Alabama A&M University will sign an MOU to establish transfer scholarships and other support services for Bishop State graduates. WHO: President Olivier Charles, Bishop State Bishop State Executive Cabinet President Dr. Daniel Wims, AAMU AAMU Executive Cabinet AAMU Trustees WHAT: An MOU signing between AAMU and Bishop State Presidents, followed by a tour of
4th Annual BFM 5K on the Runway Returns to Mobile International Airport
4th Annual BFM 5K on the Runway Returns to Mobile International Airport Run on the Runway, Enjoy Family Fun, and Support Local Charities MOBILE, Ala. (September 25, 2024) – The Mobile Airport Authority is excited to announce the return of the BFM 5K on the Runway, taking place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Mobile International Airport (BFM). Participants will have the rare opportunity to race directly on the runway, followed by a 1-mile Fun Run for families and kids. Post-race festivities will feature
Bishop State Continues Enrollment Growth, Surpasses 4,000 Students for Fall 2024
Bishop State Continues Enrollment Growth, Surpasses 4,000 Students for Fall 2024 Mobile, Ala., September 11, 2024 – Bishop State Community College remains on an upward trajectory, achieving a significant increase in student enrollment for the Fall 2024 semester. As of September 11, the college has registered 4,059 students, representing a 13.76% increase over Fall 2023 and an impressive 36.76% increase compared to Fall 2022. Bishop State has not seen comparative enrollment numbers in the last 18 years,
Bishop State Community College Receives Prestigious Leadership Award from NC3
Bishop State Community College Receives Prestigious Leadership Award from NC3 MOBILE, Ala., July 30, 2024 – Bishop State Community College has been awarded the prestigious Leadership Award by the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) in recognition of its outstanding commitment to career and technical education. Each year, NC3 recognizes the top-performing individuals and institutions for their leadership and innovation in CTE. The award was formally presented last week at the 2024 NC3
The First Bank Donates $75,000 to Bishop State Community College for Scholarships and Program Support
The First Bank Donates $75,000 to Bishop State Community College for Scholarships and Program Support MOBILE, Ala., May 31, 2024 – The First Bank has donated $75,000 to Bishop State Community College for scholarships and program support as part of a major giving campaign launched by the bank for historically black colleges and universities across the southeast. The donation, accepted through the Bishop State Community College Foundation, will create The First Bank Endowed Scholarship, assist Bishop
Bishop State Culinary Arts program receives American Culinary Federation accreditation
Culinary Arts Program Receives American Culinary Federation (ACF) Accreditation MOBILE, Ala., (April 8, 2024) - Bishop State Community College is pleased to announce that its culinary arts program has qualified for a five-year reaccreditation by the American Culinary Federation Educational Foundation (ACFEF). During the visit of the accreditation team, zero non-compliance issues were found. Accreditation by ACFEF assures that Bishop State’s culinary program is meeting standards and competencies set for
Bishop State Named Innovator of the Year by Mobile Chamber
Bishop State Named Innovator of the Year by Mobile Chamber MOBILE, Ala., December 12, 2023 – Bishop State Community College has been named the 2023 Innovator of the Year by the Mobile Chamber’s Economic Development Department. Bishop State received the award during the Mobile Chamber’s 9th Annual State of the Economy event at the Saenger Theatre on December 12th at 8 a.m. The prestigious award is presented to a business committed to innovation and dedicated to positively impacting Mobile's economic
Bishop State Reports 22% Increase in Fall 2023 Enrollment
Bishop State Reports 22% Increase in Fall 2023 Enrollment MOBILE, Ala., October 16, 2023 – Bishop State Community College experienced a surge in fall enrollment for 2023, with a total of 3,608 students currently enrolled as of October. This represents a 22% jump from the fall 2022 enrollment of 2,968 students, underscoring the college's continued commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education to the Mobile and Washington Counties. “We are excited to see this impressive rise in enrollment at
Bishop State to Celebrate Center for Nursing and Health Sciences Oct. 10
Bishop State to Celebrate Center for Nursing and Health Sciences Oct. 10 MOBILE, Ala., October 5, 2023 – Bishop State Community College is proud to announce the grand opening of its Center for Nursing and Health Sciences at 11 a.m. on October 10, 2023. The Center for Nursing and Health Sciences reaffirms the college’s commitment to providing the highest quality healthcare education and serves as a beacon of innovation with facilities that will empower students to excel in their healthcare
Bishop State Prepares to Host Girls Learning About Manufacturing Summer Camp
Bishop State prepares to host Girls Learning About Manufacturing summer camp MOBILE, Ala., July 18, 2023 - Bishop State Community College in partnership with Manufacture Alabama is excited to announce this year's Girls Learning About Manufacturing (GLAM) summer camp. This year girls in grades 6th – 11th will get the chance to explore education and careers in manufacturing by touring local industries including Austal, Flight Works Alabama, and Airbus, learning a lesson in
Bishop State and Grand Canyon University Sign Alliance Agreement
Bishop State and Grand Canyon University sign alliance agreement MOBILE, Ala., June 30, 2023 - Bishop State Community College has signed an agreement with Grand Canyon University to create scholarships for Bishop State employees, faculty, and graduates pursuing bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs at GCU. The educational alliance participant agreement provides a 10 percent discount on GCU tuition prices. GCU will also provide marketing literature and informational sessions to Bishop
Bishop State Accepted into Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Alabama's six historically black community colleges accepted into Thurgood Marshall College Fund Access grants Alabama’s HBCC students additional scholarship opportunities, programs MOBILE, Ala., June 6, 2023 - Residents who choose to attend any of Alabama’s six historically black community colleges (HBCCs) will now have access to more scholarships and professional development opportunities through a prestigious national partnership. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) announced a resolution
Bishop State Signs Partnership Agreement with Miles College
Bishop State Signs Partnership Agreement with Miles College MOBILE, Ala., May 2, 2023 - Bishop State Community College signed a partnership agreement this week with MilesCollege to create a collaborative transfer process for Bishop State graduates who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree.Miles College is a senior, private, liberal arts historically Black college in Fairfield, Alabama. The Memorandum of Agreement signed Monday by Bishop State President Olivier Charles and Miles College President Bobbi
Bishop State Graduates First Class of HVAC Fast Track Students
Bishop State Graduates First Class of HVAC Fast Track Students MOBILE, Ala., April 25, 2023 - Bishop State Community College and Alabama Power invite you to the first HVAC Fast Track Graduation and Job Fair on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 10 a.m. It will take place on the Bishop State Southwest Campus located at 925 Dauphin Island Parkway; Mobile, AL 36605 in Building 500. Nine students will be graduating from this first cohort of the program which started in January 2023. Along with the graduation, there
Bishop State Phi Theta Kappa Students Win Seven Awards at Regional Convention
Bishop State Phi Theta Kappa Students Win Seven Awards at Regional Convention MOBILE, Ala., March 7, 2023 - Members of Bishop State Community College’s Alpha Epsilon Nu chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society won seven awards at the PTK Regional Hallmark Award conference in Huntsville on March 3-4, 2023. The PTK students won in the following categories: - 5-Star Chapter - Distinguished Chapter - Excellence in theme for Honors in Action project - Distinguished Officer - Katlyn
Bishop State Community College Pumps $190.4 Million into Local Economy
Bishop State Community College Pumps $190.4 Million into Local Economy MOBILE, Ala., February 14, 2023 — Students and alumni of colleges within the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) add $6.6 billion to Alabama’s economy, supporting one out of every 27 jobs in the state, according to an economic impact report released Monday. The independent, 102-page report by Lightcast estimates the Alabama Community College System directly impacts 98,923 jobs in the state, representing about 2.7% of
Local Banker Dawn Finch Joins River Bank & Trust
Local Banker Dawn Finch Joins River Bank & Trust Mobile, AL, January 18, 2023: Coastal Region President Doug Thomas is pleased to announce that Dawn Finch has joined River Bank & Trust. As Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager, Finch will build relationships with consumer and commercial clients throughout the region, helping them reach their financial goals. "Dawn is a talented local banker and a welcome addition to our team," says Thomas. "Her financial expertise and community
Third Class of International Home Cooks to Receive Culinary Certifications!
Third Class of International Home Cooks to Receive Culinary Certifications! The Hispanic American Business Association of the Gulf Coast (HABAGC) recognized a need to assist Hispanic home cooks, some new to our community, by helping promote food preparation skills along with business entrepreneurship. After winning a competitive grant from Mobile United, HABAGC along with Bishop State Community College and Coastal Alabama Community College created a culinary certification program for these home
Bishop State President Olivier Charles Begins First Full Week in New Role
Bishop State President Olivier Charles Begins First Full Week in New Role MOBILE, Ala., August 1, 2022 - A Mobile native who graduated from Murphy High School before pursuing his college experience years ago started his first week on Monday as president of Bishop State Community College. Bishop State President Olivier Charles expressed his excitement about working alongside the faculty, staff, students, and community in the Mobile area. “Words cannot express how excited I am about our future,'' says
Olivier Charles Appointed President of Bishop State Community College
OLIVIER CHARLES APPOINTED PRESIDENT OF BISHOP STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE On Wednesday, July 13, the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Trustees appointed Olivier Charles, ACCS Vice Chancellor for Student Success, as President of Bishop State Community College. His tenure begins August 1. Charles’ appointment marks one of two of the last permanent college presidential appointments at Alabama’s community and technical colleges. All 24 of the colleges now have permanent presidents for the
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Chancellor Baker appoints Acting President of Bishop State Community College
CHANCELLOR BAKER APPOINTS ACTING PRESIDENT OF BISHOP STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE On Friday, June 3, Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker announced the appointment of Charles Jones as Acting President of Bishop State Community College. His tenure begins immediately. Jones currently serves as Regional External Affairs and Workforce Manager for the Alabama Community College System. He has served for more than a decade in education in Alabama, beginning his teaching career in
Students Complete First Spanish Language Culinary Arts Class at Bishop State
Students Complete First Spanish Language Culinary Arts Class at Bishop State The ten graduates of Bishop State’s “Culinary Skills with a Latin Flavor” program gather for a picture with Dr. Lawrence Brandyburg, Bishop State’s interim president (back row center); Dr. Leida Javier-Ferrell, President Hispanic American Business Association of the Gulf Coast (far right); Chef Shelia Osborn-Beck, class instructor (in blue on the right), Nailim Sanchez, coordinator and Spanish translator (third from left); and
Bishop State Partners With Airbus for Aviation Manufacturing Technology Short Certificate Program
Bishop State Partners With Airbus for Aviation Manufacturing Technology Short Certificate Program (MOBILE, Ala.) - Bishop State Community College, in partnership with Airbus, is offering an Aviation Manufacturing Technology short certificate program for high school dual enrollment students beginning this fall. The 18-hour certificate will train students for a high-flying career in the aviation industry as they earn industry-recognized certifications and college credits from Bishop State. The training
Baldwin Connect Career Expo Participating Businesses
The Baldwin Connect Career Expo "Connecting Today's Business with Tomorrow's Workforce" The career expo will be set up in order of industry. Please find a list of our businesses below based on their industry category. AEROSPACE AIDT/Airbus Collins Aerospace Segers Aero Corporation ATTRACTIONS OWA Parks and Resort Waterville USA CONSTRUCTION McInnis Construction Heavy Highway Academy Ecoview Windows & Doors/Certified Pro Roofing Built to Scale LLC DISTRIBUTION / LOGISTICS Buffalo
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USA Health Joins International Effort to Promote Nutrition, Healthy Living
USA Health Joins International Effort to Promote Nutrition, Healthy Living MOBILE, Ala. (Dec. 9, 2021) USA Health has been admitted into a global network of 35 teaching kitchens, the Teaching Kitchen Collaborative (TKC), through a competitive selection process. The TKC is an invitational network of thought leading organizations using teaching kitchen facilities and concepts as catalysts for enhanced personal and public health across medical, corporate, school and community settings. “To be invited
Bishop State Hosts its First-Ever Women’s Volleyball Match
Bishop State hosts its first-ever women’s volleyball match Bishop State Community College's first-ever women's volleyball team will host its first home game tonight Thursday, August 26th at 5:30 p.m. against the Gadsden State Community College Cardinals. The game will take place on Bishop State's Main campus in the Fredericka G. Evans Cultural Centre. Admission is free to the public and face masks are required. The volleyball team is lead by head coach Nicole Keshock. This weekend, the Lady Wildcats
Head Men’s Basketball Coach Johnny D. Shelwood Retires From Bishop State After 29 Years
Head Men’s Basketball Coach Johnny D. Shelwood Retires From Bishop State After 29 Years! (MOBILE, Ala., August 3, 2021) - After 29 dedicated years of service to Bishop State Community College Athletics and the Bishop State Men’s Basketball team, head coach Johnny D. Shelwood has announced his retirement from the college. Coach Shelwood began his Bishop State Men’s Basketball Coaching career in 1992 after an illustrious 26-year career at Toulminville High School, now known as John. L. Leflore High
Bishop State CARES - Emergency Relief Grant for Fall 2021
Bishop State CARES - Emergency Relief Grant for Fall 2021 MOBILE, Ala., (July 29, 2021) - Bishop State Community College has $5 million of CARES Act funding to help students get back on track with their education. Through the Bishop State CARES - Emergency Relief Grant, Bishop State is providing all qualifying degree-seeking students up to $1,467 (equal to 9 credit hours of in-state tuition and fees) in grant funds to use toward tuition and fees for the Fall 2021 semester. Degree-seeking students in
