June 2022

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Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The holiday, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day.

All Bishop State campuses will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022 in observance of Juneteenth. Click the link below to learn the history of Juneteenth and some additional facts about the holiday.

Learn more history and facts about Juneteenth

STUDENT SUCCESS

Two years ago, Guy Samandari didn’t speak English. Now he’s got a full ride to Alabama State University! “As my dad used to tell me, the important thing is not to do a big step, but to do steps the right way,” says Guy.

Read Guy's full story

COSMETOLOGY at BISHOP STATE

TRAINING OUR WORKFORCE

Workforce Development at Bishop State is working to make sure our programs help you WIN by providing programs that can be completed in 10 weeks! Check out the video to see some of the programs we are offering!

FAME on the Coast Signing Day

Bishop State Community College and industry partners had a signing day to officially announce the student/industry partnerships for the participants of FAME on the Coast.

Participating industry partners included Outokumpu, FMC Corporation, and Alabama Power.

See photos from Signing Day

Meet our Workforce Leads

DeWanda Davis

DeWanda Davis has worked in the education field for more than 17 years, with 10 years being in Adult Education including overseeing the Career Pathways program at Bishop State.

Click here to read Ms. Davis' full bio

Erica Gilkerson

Erica Gilkerson has worked in education since 2005 in multiple settings from financial aid, admissions, recruitment, development, adult education, instruction, and workforce.

Click here to read Ms. Gilkerson's full bio