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Hello Wildcats!
Bishop State has been on the move! In October we saw two grand openings, at least two major community sponsorships, a Scholars' Bowl competition, Trunk-or-Treat, and a host of events, activities, and guests on campus nearly every day! We have been busy! There are a couple of built-in breaks this month. The college will be closed on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veterans Day as well as on Thursday, November 23 - Friday, November 24 (students are out November 20-26) for the Thanksgiving holiday. Check out some of the highlights from October and what we have to look forward to in November!
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Center for Nursing and Health Sciences Grand Opening | |
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We are thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of our new Center for Nursing and Health Sciences!
The future of healthcare is looking brighter than ever, and we're taking a giant leap forward in addressing the shortage of healthcare workers in our area. At Bishop State, we're passionate about education and dedicated to shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Are you interested in studying a health sciences program at Bishop State? Join us for one of our upcoming information sessions. Details are below.
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Join our virtual informational sessions on the third Thursday of each month from 12pm-1pm. Our health sciences staff will explain the admissions requirements, application cycles, and relevant information for each program. Questions? Contact Devin Blackmarr. at dblackmarr@bishop.edu. | |
Grand Opening of the
Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology
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The Gene Haas Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology is officially open!
More than 100 industry leaders from Mobile’s manufacturing companies, along with city, county, and state officials, were on hand for the grand opening of the new facility.
“Nobody has it over Mobile right now when it comes to advanced manufacturing training and the other aspects of training that’s going on at Bishop State today. It’s incredible,” Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson said at the grand opening.
The project included both renovations and additions designed to help meet the workforce needs of the community in order to train students for the high-wage and high-demand careers in our region and beyond.
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Automotive Manufacturing Scholarship | |
Seventy (70) scholarships are available to Alabama residents interested in attending or currently attending Bishop State to train for careers in automotive manufacturing or related programs. Each scholarship is worth $4,000. The deadline to apply is November 14 so apply today! Click the link below to see what programs qualify for the scholarship and to apply. If you have any questions, contact Victoria Perry at vperry@bishop.edu. | | |
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Spring 2024 registration is happening now! It's your chance to get a jump start and plan ahead for your academic career. We are here to guide you every step of the way!
The Academic Advising Center is standing by ready to help you plan your schedule.
Get with them to pick your classes, plot your course, and embark on your next great learning adventure. Spring is going to be a blast, and we can't wait to see what amazing things you will achieve!
Be sure to give the AAC a call or send them an email to schedule a time to plan your Spring 2024 schedule!
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If you know someone who is looking to start their academic journey at Bishop State, Summer and Fall 2024 applications are now open! They can visit bishop.edu to apply! | |
2023 Disney on the Yard
Innovation Challenge
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Congratulations to Team Wildcat TKO!
They have placed in the top 3 out of 33 HBCUs in the 2023 Disney on the Yard - Innovations Challenge. This team is also the only 2-year or community college HBCU in the running for the grand prize! Team Wildcat TKO will present before the Disney Executive Committee on November 7th for a chance to win:
- Four $4,000 scholarships
- $10,000 for Bishop State
Team members are:
- KD Henderson
- Ly'Nardia Morris
- Jadan Gainey
- Elizabeth Gates
These students are all student leaders and PTK members! Great job, Team!
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Sage Hubbard Awarded Scholarship
by Boys and Girls Club of South Alabama
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The Boys and Girls Club of South Alabama presented our very own Sage Hubbard with the 2023 Lexus Bishop State Community College Scholarship. Sage is a freshman and is pursuing a career in culinary arts. Sage is a Club kid that attended the Bernard Malkove Branch. Thank you to Craig Mathews and Lexus of Mobile for your generous scholarship. CONGRATULATIONS, Sage, on this awesome achievement! | |
PTK: Mental Health Awareness | | |
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Did you know...
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1 in 5 U.S. adults experiences mental illness each year, and less than half of them receive treatment.
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55% of U.S. counties do not have a single practicing psychiatrist.
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The average delay between the onset of mental illness symptoms and treatment is 11 years.
Bishop State's Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society students are working to raise awareness about mental health with their "Systems of Support: Mental Health Week"
Be sure to attend the events they have planned to help improve your mental health and the knowledge you have about #MentalHealth!
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Bishop State has the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the temporary home of an original sketch by Vincent Van Gogh! The exhibit will be on display in the Bishop State Main campus library for one year. The exhibit opens this Thursday. Be sure to stop by and see it!
Photo credit: Ashland Gallery
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Art Club and Early Childhood Education
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at MLF
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Students from Bishop State's Early Childhood Education program and Art Club joined forces to use their skills to entertain children at the Mobile Latin Fest!
Early Childhood students interacted with children by playing games, designing with crafts, and creating with play dough. They were able to put the skills they learn in the classroom to practice with the children at the festival. They were successful as the kids looked like they had a lot of fun! Check out photos from the event in the link below.
Members of the Art Club designed Latin-themed coloring sheets for the children to color. The coloring sheets were a hit as kids crowded the table for a chance to create their own masterpieces. Some of the artists stopped by and took pictures with the kids, motivating them to stay in school and always go after their dreams. Great job, Early Childhood & Art Club students!
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Bishop State Graduate
Named Driver of the Month
Congratulations to Spring 2021 truck driving graduate, Michale Brand, for being named Driver of the Month at S and M Transportation!
"Michael does a great job day in and day out always putting safety first and making sure the customer's needs are met. Great job, Michael!" ~ S and M Transportation
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Our goal was to make Trunk-or-Treat bigger and better this year, and we succeeded! Almost 1,000 kids and families came through the Bishop State Trunk-or-Treat dressed up in creative costumes and trick-or-treating throughout the campus. We had lots of candy, engaging games, and the support of our faculty, staff, students, and several sponsors. Congratulations to the Health Sciences department for winning first place for their Barbie-themed attraction! | |
There was no shortage of volunteer opportunities in October. Bishop State was represented at many events including the Mobile Airport Authority's 5K on the Runway, Gulf Coast Challenge, Mobile Latin Fest, and Port City Classic. Check out the full photo albums for each of these events! | |
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Mobile Airport Authority's
5K on the Runway
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Our students, faculty, and staff came together wearing their pink (and pink ribbons) to create a powerful symbol of support and solidarity for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
They formed a pink ribbon, a beautiful testament to our commitment to the fight against breast cancer. By raising awareness and promoting early detection, we can make a difference.
We stand with survivors, support fighters, and remember those we've lost while encouraging everyone to prioritize their health. It's not just a color but a movement fostering hope, strength, and change.
Thank you, Bishop State SGA, for organizing this opportunity!
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Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed October as HBCU Month in Alabama. Macedonia Baptist Church in Daphne, Alabama celebrated HBCU Awareness Sunday on October 15th. Adjunct HVAC Instructor, Billy Mayhand, represented Bishop State and he said, "Of course, Bishop State was the best!" | |
The Women Missionary Society and Youth People Division of Bethel A.M.E. Church celebrated Bishop State on October 14th as a part of the Southwest Alabama Annual Conference. About 30 students learned about Bishop State and the opportunities the college provides. Thank you, Ms. Mamie Giles, for ensuring Bishop State was represented! | |
Grand Opening of the
Center for Nursing and Health Sciences
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Grand Opening of the Gene Haas Center for
Advanced Manufacturing Technology
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Alabama Community College Association Conference Comes to Mobile | |
Congratulations to this year's Chancellor's Award Honorees! These individuals were voted by their colleagues to represent the college and will be recognized during the ACCA Chancellor's Awards Ceremony on Sunday, November 19 at 2:30 p.m. | The ACCA Conference kicks off at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 19, with Association meetings and the Newcomers’ session followed by the Chancellor’s Awards and Opening Reception at 2:30 p.m. The event also features the Southern Diamond Jubilee Reception for attendees on Monday evening. The reception will celebrate and honor ACCS faculty and staff for 60 years of excellence. | | |
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Conference keynote speakers include Rick Bragg, Ryan Hawk, and ACCS Chancellor Jimmy Baker, and attendees will select from 40 concurrent and nine roundtable sessions. This year’s conference features five specific tracks (Administration, Faculty, Students, Support, and Workforce) as well as general-interest sessions. The 2023 conference presenters represent most ACCS institutions, and attendees will learn best practices in our System while networking with colleagues.
Online registration for the conference closes this Friday, November 10 (which is a holiday!). After online registration closes, you can still attend the conference by registering on-site; you will be invoiced the $350 registration fee.
You can register online and get more information about the conference at alabamacca.org.
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Check out the updated scorecard for The Marathon Continues competition. Since last month, the Yellow team has continued its steady upward climb in the rankings, edging out the Blue team for 3rd place. Otherwise, the rankings have remained steady. Included in these totals are all of October's and the first week of November's volleyball and basketball games, as well as the bowling night, a Focus Friday, and the Trunk-or-Treat event. | |
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Click the link below to submit your information and share your announcement with our audiences!* All November announcements must be submitted by November 20th.
Questions? Email commuications@bishop.edu.
| *Announcements are posted at the discretion of the Office of Marketing & PR. | |
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• PTK Mental Health Awareness Events - Nov 6-9
• TRiO First Gen Day Event - Nov 8
• SECME Professional Development for MCPSS - Nov 9
• Veterans Day Observed (Campuses Closed) - Nov 10
• ACCA Conference - Nov 19-21
• Thanksgiving Holiday (Campus Closed) - Nov 23-24 (No classes for students Nov 20-26)
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