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From Homeschool to Higher Ed: 12-Year-Old Prodigy Enrolls at Calhoun
Now 13, Van-Houston Begins His College Journey at Calhoun this Fall While most students his age are preparing for seventh grade, Van-Houston McMillion is preparing for college. Enrolled at just 12 years old, he became the youngest student in Calhoun Community College’s history. Now 13, this remarkable young scholar will begin classes this fall, working toward an Associate of Science in General Education with a focus on chemistry. His story is more than remarkable. It is a powerful reminder of what is
Calhoun Brings First Respiratory Therapy Training Program to the Rocket City
Calhoun Community College is answering North Alabama’s growing demand for respiratory therapists with the launch of a new Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Respiratory Therapy. Beginning this fall, students will be able to pursue this program at Calhoun’s Huntsville campus. According to Ken Kirkland, Calhoun’s Dean of Health Sciences, this accelerated five-semester program was created by a Respiratory Therapy Advisory Committee made up of representatives from more than 20 local healthcare employers,
Calhoun Athletics Announces Denton Bowling, Two-Time State Champion and 2023 Aswa Coach of the Year, as Its New Head Softball Coach
Decatur, AL — The Calhoun Community College Athletics Division is proud to announce Denton Bowling as its new Head Softball Coach. Bowling joins Calhoun with a distinguished coaching résumé and a reputation for building high-performing teams grounded in discipline, accountability, and player development. Most recently, he served as Head Softball Coach at Hatton High School, where he compiled an impressive 242–132 record over seven seasons. A two-time state champion and the 2023 ASWA Coach of the Year,
Calhoun Athletics Announces Cam Chafetz, Former University of West Alabama Hitting Coach and Offensive Recruiting Coordinator, As New Baseball Coach
Decatur, AL — Calhoun Community College Athletics is proud to announce Cam Chafetz as its new Head Baseball Coach. Chafetz will take the reins effective immediately, leading the program into the 2025–26 season and launching recruiting efforts to build momentum with future Warhawk student-athletes. Chafetz brings a dynamic and results-driven approach to the Warhawks program. Most recently at the University of West Alabama, he played a pivotal role in the Tigers' 2025 Gulf South Conference (GSC)
From Classroom to Community: Calhoun’s New Social Work Program Opens Career Paths
Calhoun Community College is excited to announce that it is expanding its programs to address Alabama’s growing need for skilled social workers, one of the state’s most important and in-demand fields. With two distinct degree pathways now available, Calhoun is making it easier than ever for students to confidently enter the world of social work, whether they are eager to join the workforce quickly or plan to continue their education toward a four-year degree.Dr. Donna Estill, Calhoun’s Dean of Humanities
