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Calhoun Community College to Offer Tuition Waivers for Lifelong Learners
Calhoun Community College is excited to offer a transformative opportunity for lifelong learners aged 60 and older. Through a tuition waiver program, eligible individuals can take the first step toward fulfilling long-held dreams—whether that means pursuing a degree that life once put on hold, exploring a new career path, or mastering a skill that brings joy and purpose to their lives.This program is more than just a chance to take classes; it’s a pathway to personal growth and achievement. Whether you are
Calhoun Announces Academic Support Scholarships for Dual Enrollment Students
Calhoun Community College is thrilled to announce an exciting scholarship opportunity for eligible dual-enrolled high school students. The college will award $520 scholarships to qualifying students for the 2025 spring semester through its Academic Support Scholarship program.“This scholarship was designed to support students in achieving their academic goals by providing financial assistance to cover the cost of one 3-credit hour course at Calhoun,” says Wes Rakestraw, Calhoun’s Vice President of
Athens State University Names Dr. Catherine Wehlburg as 39th President
The Athens State University Board of Trustees has named Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg as the 39th president of Athens State University. This appointment marks the third woman to be named as a permanent president – the first in almost a century. Wehlburg succeeds Dr. Philip Way and has served as Interim President since January 2023. She originally joined the Athens State team in June 2021 as the University’s Provost. Dr. Wehlburg received her B.S. in Psychology and her M.Ed. and Ph.D. in Educational
Calhoun Grad Earns Dual Nursing Degree through UAH Partnership
As the spring semester draws to a close at Calhoun Community College, Kehinde Oyediran stands on the brink of a significant milestone. Among the graduating students who will soon walk across the stage during the college’s commencement ceremony, Oyediran's journey is particularly inspiring. Not only will he receive his associate's degree in Nursing from the college, but he also recently attained his bachelor's degree in nursing from The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) through the college’s
FUN Media Group Announces Partnership with Priceville High School Sports
The FUN Media Group is proud to announce a brand new partnership with Priceville High School sports! FUN Radio, 104.9 FM and funradioal.com, serving the greater Decatur / Madison area, is now the flagship station for Priceville Bulldog football and basketball beginning in this fall. "It's an exciting time for our company; the city of Priceville and the Priceville Bulldog community. Our FUN 104.9 FM frequency originates from the heart of Priceville. I firmly believe that Priceville High School, under
Alabama Center for the Arts to Host Writers' Series Event
Decatur, AL – The Alabama Center for the Arts invites you to join them on May 2 at 6:00 pm for a special ACA Writers’ Series Event featuring Jennifer Horne and Jeanie Thompson, two University of Alabama Press authors as they compare notes on their writing projects about singular Alabama women. They will discuss their journey as authors celebrating women of distinction who both lead colorful, but often lonely, lives. Guests are invited to join the discussion with questions and comments. Jennifer Horne (of
