Congratulations to the Culinary Arts program for receiving a five-year reaccreditation by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF)! The program is the cover of this week's Lagniappe Weekly. During the recent visit from the accreditation team, zero non-compliance issues were found!

"This new accreditation gives our students a clear advantage," said Dr. Klaus Tenbergen, Dean of Career and Technical Education. "Being recognized by ACF ensures that our program meets the rigorous standards of a true Culinary Arts program. Our students are being prepared to be standouts and stars in a very competitive field."

Congratulations to Culinary Arts for competing and winning in the Skills USA competition! Morgan Galliard, Ka'Leah Williams, and William Pettaway each won 1st place, a $2,000 scholarship, and an opportunity to compete at nationals. They respectfully competed in culinary arts, baking and pastry, and restaurant service categories. Tess Bodiford also won 2^nd place in the baking & pastry category.

The Branch, a transformative project, is set to breathe new life into Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. This new mixed-income development is prepared to take root directly across from Bishop State Community College. With 300+ units and dedicated student housing, this development marks a significant milestone in the ongoing revitalization efforts of the area.

For more information about The Branch and its impact on the Mobile community, visit www.atthebranch.com.

Alabama’s licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and registered nurses (RNs) trained through Bishop State and other colleges within the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) are more prepared for the healthcare industry than nurses across the nation, according to the results from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).



Click the link below to see how Bishop State's nursing faculty begins preparing its students for the NCLEX starting on the first day of classes.

Join the Health Sciences department for its virtual informational sessions on the third Thursday of each month from 12pm-1pm. The health sciences staff will explain the admissions requirements, application cycles, and relevant information for each program. Questions? Contact Devin Blackmarr at dblackmarr@bishop.edu.

Kickstart the journey to your career and Set Sail with Austal! Join us at Bishop State Community College on June 1st for our hiring event. REGISTER TODAY - We are hiring experienced welders or we will train you. Explore exciting opportunities and start your path to success. See you there!

Bishop State hosted a book signing event with Dr. Willie H. Clemons and special guest Congressman Sanford Bishop, Jr., who is the son of the college's namesake.

Dr. Clemons presented "This is My Story, This is My Song," which shares his journey of overcoming obstacles and finding his voice through faith and perseverance. Students, staff, and guests had the opportunity to meet the author, hear his inspiring story firsthand, and receive signed copies of his book.

They also enjoyed a Q&A discussion with Congressman Bishop, who noted his father would be pleased to see how Bishop State has advanced its mission within the community.

Another season of the Wildcat Roadtrip has come to an end! This annual event brings essential Bishop State offices right to students' doorstep, making it easier than ever for them to take the next step in their academic journey. Admissions, financial aid, academic advising, and other student support offices were available to answer questions and assist students. This year, we visited 11 high schools and registered 235 students for the upcoming fall semester! Thank you to all the high schools who partnered with us and allowed us to bring our team to your campus. We would not have been a success without you!

Bishop State and its students, faculty, and staff are finalists in six categories of the 2024 Nappies hosted by the Lagniappe!

In the CITY LIFE category:

• Best Local College
• Bishop State Community College
• Best Local College Professor
• Dr. Kim Smith (Communications)
• Best Local College President
• President Olivier Charles

In the ARTS category:

• Best Local Portrait Artist
• Lydia Host
• Best Local Graphic Design Artist
• Kim Raley

In the MUSIC category:

• Best Area Drummer
• Wade (Chico) McCollum

Voting in the finals is happening now and will run through Sunday, May 26 at MIDNIGHT on www.votenappies.com. You can vote once per day per category. Winners will be announced in the July 17 issue of Lagniappe and will be recognized at a ceremony at the Saenger Theatre on Friday, July 19. Be sure to vote for them every day and let's win our first Nappie Award!

• Honors Day -  May 8 @ 6:30 p.m.

• Spring Commencement - May 16 @ 6 p.m.

• Summer Semester Begins - May 23

• Adult Education Graduation - May 23 @ 4p

• Memorial Day (College Closed) - May 27



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