The Drake State Foundation’s 5th Annual Jazz in the City will be held at Mars Music Hall at the Von Braun Center on Friday, June 19 at 7:00 p.m., featuring AJ Ghent and his Singing Guitar. Ryon Schultz and Nina Marie Live will open the evening with musical performances. The event will feature live jazz […]
After a successful inaugural year, Drake State Community & Technical College is taking part in a national AI challenge for the second straight year. Global analytics software creator Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) announced the continuation of its Educational Analytics Challenge for the spring 2026 semester. Since its launch three years ago, FICO has partnered with […]
Drake State Community and Technical College reported its highest enrollment growth in more than a decade for Fall 2025, enrolling 1,417 students—a 19% increase from last year’s 1,187. Credit hour production also rose 23% to 10,760 hours. “This remarkable growth is a testament to the dedication of our faculty and staff, our community partnerships, and […]
Drake State Community and Technical College is enhancing its 15-year partnership with NASA’s High Schools United with NASA to Create Hardware (HUNCH) program through significant upgrades to its advanced manufacturing lab. The ongoing collaboration provides students with hands-on experience working on actual aerospace components and opportunities to engage directly with NASA engineers and mentors. As […]
Drake State Community and Technical College’s reputation as a leader in workforce development and innovation helped it land a grant worth $1,514,520. The award is part of the U.S. Department of Labor’s latest round of Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants. Drake State is the first institution in Alabama to receive the grant. This funding is […]
Drake State has partnered with the Huntsville Tech Federation Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) chapter in a move that will address workforce needs while providing high-paying jobs to program graduates. Representatives from six leading manufacturing companies were present at Drake State on the morning of December 6 to formalize the partnership through a signing ceremony. The […]
Leidos has pledged $1.75 million to Drake State Community & Technical College in Huntsville, Alabama. This landmark donation will enhance educational opportunities, providing students with hands-on experience in advanced technical and manufacturing fields. In honor of the gift, Drake State’s upcoming advanced manufacturing facility will be named the Leidos Advanced Training Complex. “At Leidos, we […]
The Jackson Center was packed on the morning of October 17 for the inaugural State of Higher Education breakfast, hosted by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber. The presidents of Madison County’s four public colleges and universities — Alabama A&M University, Calhoun Community College, Drake State, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville — participated in a […]
Drake State Community & Technical College has initiated a new survey to assess broadband availability and digital access in Madison, Marshall, and Jackson Counties. This effort is part of a broader mission to address the digital needs of high-poverty and rural communities, ensuring equitable access to the digital tools necessary for success. As a central […]
Drake State Community and Technical College is introducing a new pilot program, the Skills for Success – Flooring Installation Technician course. This unique program, the first of its kind in the region, is being offered free of charge to participants. The course is specifically designed to equip graduates with the skills needed for a successful […]
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