http://drakestate.edu//news_events.aspxWed, 14 Nov 2012 15:48:46 GMTJ F Drake Generatorhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssJ. F. Drake State Technical Trade School News and Eventshttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/05/drake_state_athens_state_sign.htmlhttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/05/drake_state_athens_state_sign.htmlThe two colleges entered into an agreement on May 13, 2013.Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://whnt.com/2013/05/13/kids-to-love-success-brooklynn-graduates/http://drakestate.eduhttp://whnt.com/2013/05/13/kids-to-love-success-brooklynn-graduates/Kids to Love Scholarship recipient graduates from Drake State.Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/05/graduation_2013_drake_state_te.html#incart_river_defaulthttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/05/graduation_2013_drake_state_te.html#incart_river_defaultPhotos and article by AL.com about Drake State Graduation 2013Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_announces_2013_graduation_ceremony.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_announces_2013_graduation_ceremony.aspxGraduation Convocation Ceremony on May 9 at 6:00 pm - VBC, South Hall. Pastor T.C. Johnson to deliver keynote address.Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_buggy_has_landed.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_buggy_has_landed.aspxThe Drake State Moon Buggy team shows well at the 20th Annual NASA Moon Buggy Race.Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_and_aerojet_partner_for_new_scholarship_opportunity.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_and_aerojet_partner_for_new_scholarship_opportunity.aspxLocal industry partner's foundation to provide funding for a NEW scholarship beginning Fall 2013.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/04/nasas_great_moonbuggy_race_dra.htmlhttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/04/nasas_great_moonbuggy_race_dra.htmlDrake State's Moon Buggy Team will compete with teams from across the globe at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offering_free_construction_training.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offering_free_construction_training.aspxDrake State will be offering FREE construction training courses for residents of the region who are currently unemployed or under employed and have a desire to enter the field of construction.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/community_e-club_meeting.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/community_e-club_meeting.aspxMonthly Community E-Club Meeting scheduled for May 6Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/culinary_program_cooks_up_prizes.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/culinary_program_cooks_up_prizes.aspxStudents and faculty of the Culinary Arts Program recently won top honors at The Red Diamond Food Expo & Cooking Competition.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_receive_awards_at_phi_beta_lambda_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_receive_awards_at_phi_beta_lambda_conference.aspxTwo students received honors at the 2013 Phi Beta Lambda Conference Competitions.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/wire/2013/04/armys_tuition_assistance_websi.htmlhttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/wire/2013/04/armys_tuition_assistance_websi.htmlWed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/04/cyber_security_expert_drake_st.htmlhttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2013/04/cyber_security_expert_drake_st.htmlReport from Crystal Crystal Bonvillian of AL.com from the Drake State Cyber Security Conference.Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/uah_and_drake_state_create_partnership_for_transfer_students.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/uah_and_drake_state_create_partnership_for_transfer_students.aspxHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (March 11, 2013) — J. F. Drake State Technical College and The University of Alabama in Huntsville announced plans today to create a partnership that will clear a path for Drake State students to earn a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from UAH. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/12th_annual_automotive_club_car_show_-_this_saturday.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/12th_annual_automotive_club_car_show_-_this_saturday.aspxThe public is invited to this annual event featuring a wide variety of classic and modern cards.Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/entrepreneurship_club_to_meet_march_11.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/entrepreneurship_club_to_meet_march_11.aspxDrake State will hold an entrepreneurship club (E-Club) meeting Monday, March 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the cafetorium.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_receives_welding_award.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_receives_welding_award.aspxDrake State welding student Tedshon Gibbs placed 4th (out of 20) in the 4th annual American Welding Society welding contest.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/vote_for_drake_state_in_the_retool_your_school_contest.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/vote_for_drake_state_in_the_retool_your_school_contest.aspxVoting has begun in the Home Depot Retool Your School contest, and it's time to vote for Drake State.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_educational_programs.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_educational_programs.aspxDrake State Technical College is currently accepting participants for its Summer Education Opportunities.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/south_african_delegation_visits_drake_state.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/south_african_delegation_visits_drake_state.aspxDrake State hosted a group from South Africa who are part of a program called Community Colleges: A Project for South Africa.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/author_and_civil_rights_activist_to_speak_at_drake_state_february_12.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/author_and_civil_rights_activist_to_speak_at_drake_state_february_12.aspxAs part of Drake State's Black History Month program on February 12, author and civil rights activist James Meredith will speak about his experiences in the civil rights movement.Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_900k_grant_from_national_science_foundation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_900k_grant_from_national_science_foundation.aspxDrake State has received an award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in the amount of $899,792 in Advanced Technology Education funds to implement a nationwide program to develop digital systems technicians.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellor_visits_drake_state.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellor_visits_drake_state.aspxOn Thursday, Jan. 17, Dr. Mark Heinrich, chancellor of the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), made a visit to the campus of J.F. Drake State Technical College. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellors_award_nominees_recognized_at_accs_ceremony.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellors_award_nominees_recognized_at_accs_ceremony.aspxChancellor’s Award nominees from J.F. Drake State Technical College were recognized at the recent Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Chancellor’s Awards ceremony.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/direct_deposit_for_student_account_refunds.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/direct_deposit_for_student_account_refunds.aspxDrake State is implementing Direct Deposit enrollment for all student account refunds. Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/coat_and_blanket_drive_for_downtown_rescue_mission.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/coat_and_blanket_drive_for_downtown_rescue_mission.aspxDrake State’s recent coat and blanket drive collected more than forty coats and 10 blankets for the Downtown Rescue Mission.Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_high_school_welding_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_high_school_welding_competition.aspxHigh school welding students from area technical programs recently competed in J.F. Drake State Technical College’s third annual welding competition.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_representative_at_national_science_foundation_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_representative_at_national_science_foundation_conference.aspxRobert Grissim, engineering graphics instructor at J.F. Drake State Technical College, represented the school at the recent National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technology Education Principal Investigators Conference. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_granted_hvac_excellence_accreditation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_granted_hvac_excellence_accreditation.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College has been granted accreditation for its Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program by HVAC Excellence.Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/fall_2012_coronation_at_drake_state.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/fall_2012_coronation_at_drake_state.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College recently held the Fall 2012 Royal Court Coronation.Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_visitors_from_soldier_for_life_office.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_visitors_from_soldier_for_life_office.aspxLt. Col. Vernon Lightner and Master Sgt. Jose Lopez from the U.S. Army’s Soldier for Life office recently visited J.F. Drake State Technical College. Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_scholarships.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_scholarships.aspxDrake State students Terrell Brown and Jamie Logan recently received scholarships from the Leadership Huntsville Class 25 State Government Committee.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/dr_patricia_sims_named_to_board_of_forever_wild_land_trust.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/dr_patricia_sims_named_to_board_of_forever_wild_land_trust.aspxDr. Patricia Sims, dean of instructional and student services at J.F. Drake State Technical College, has been appointed to the Forever Wild Land Trust Board of Trustees by Gov. Robert Bentley.Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_named_to_2013_military_friendly_schools_list.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_named_to_2013_military_friendly_schools_list.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College has been named to the 2013 Military Friendly Schools® list.Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/graduation_class_september_12.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/graduation_class_september_12.aspxPlanning to graduate? Please attend Graduation Class GRA123 September 12.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_accreditation_from_southern_association_of_colleges_and_schools.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_accreditation_from_southern_association_of_colleges_and_schools.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College has received membership into the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/day_and_evening_classes_are_available_for_fall_2012.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/day_and_evening_classes_are_available_for_fall_2012.aspx J.F. Drake State Technical College fall registration goes through August 16, and day and evening classes are available.Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/makeup_workshops_offered_in_september.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/makeup_workshops_offered_in_september.aspxDrake State will offer September workshops in the fundamentals of makeup as well as special effects and high fashion makeup.Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_states_new_television_commercials.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_states_new_television_commercials.aspxPlease click on the link to see Drake State's three new commercials.Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/fall_registration_august_14-16.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/fall_registration_august_14-16.aspx J.F. Drake State Technical College will hold fall registration August 14-16.Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_place_at_national_skillsusa_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_place_at_national_skillsusa_competition.aspxFour Drake State students placed in the top ten at the recent SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) in Kansas City, Mo.Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/link_to_spring_2012_graduation_photos.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/link_to_spring_2012_graduation_photos.aspxPlease click on the following link to view Spring 2012 graduation photos.Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/amateur_radio_club_to_participate_in_field_day_june_23-24.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/amateur_radio_club_to_participate_in_field_day_june_23-24.aspxThe J.F. Drake State Technical College Amateur Radio Club will participate in the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day June 23-24.Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/ribbon_cutting.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/ribbon_cutting.aspxToday's Ribbon Cutting for the Renewable Energy Lab and the Salon Management Technology Building Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_technology_institute.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_technology_institute.aspxDrake State Technical College is hosting its seventh annual Summer Technology Institute (STI) through June 22. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/courses_offered_in_cpr_and_emt_training.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/courses_offered_in_cpr_and_emt_training.aspxCourses are being offered in CPR/BLS and EMT Training.Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/ribbon_cutting_june_18.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/ribbon_cutting_june_18.aspxDrake State to hold ribbon cutting for Renewable Energy Laboratory and renovation of Salon Technology BuildingWed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_office_hours.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_office_hours.aspxDrake State will observe summer office hours starting Tuesday, May 29. Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_receives_scholarship_from_jon_mark_ivey_foundation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_receives_scholarship_from_jon_mark_ivey_foundation.aspxDrake State student Robert Sharp has received a scholarship from the Jon Mark Ivey Foundation.Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_represent_drake_state_at_aauw_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_represent_drake_state_at_aauw_conference.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College students Senora Mack and Jacquelyn “Tiffany” Michael represented the college at the recent American Association of University Women (AAUW) state convention in Hoover.Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_earn_medals_at_skillsusa_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_earn_medals_at_skillsusa_competition.aspxStudents from J.F. Drake State Technical College brought back 11 medals from the recent SkillsUSA state competition in Birmingham. Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/president_of_alabama_am_university_to_speak_at_drake_state_graduation_may_10.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/president_of_alabama_am_university_to_speak_at_drake_state_graduation_may_10.aspxDr. Andrew Hugine Jr., president of Alabama A&M University, will be the keynote speaker for the Drake State graduation ceremony Thursday, May 10, at 6 p.m. in South Hall Two of the Von Braun Civic Center. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/praise_dance_ministry_to_perform_april_27.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/praise_dance_ministry_to_perform_april_27.aspxTue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/plan_for_your_career_with_kuder_journey.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/plan_for_your_career_with_kuder_journey.aspxKuder Journey is a comprehensive, intuitive, and Internet-based system that helps postsecondary students and adults plan for a career, make a career change, and keep their career on track. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_recognized_at_recent_honors_day_ceremony.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_recognized_at_recent_honors_day_ceremony.aspxTop students at Drake State were recognized at the college’s recent Honors Day Convocation.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_and_oakwood_university_sign_agreement_between_schools.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_and_oakwood_university_sign_agreement_between_schools.aspxOfficials from Drake State and Oakwood University have formally signed a program articulation agreement between the schools. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/health_sciences_appreciation_day_april_24.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/health_sciences_appreciation_day_april_24.aspxHealth Sciences Appreciation Day will be held Tuesday, April 24, from 9 a.m.­-12 p.m. in Building 100. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/learn_more_about_workforce_development_course_offerings_at_drake_state.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/learn_more_about_workforce_development_course_offerings_at_drake_state.aspxTue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_place_in_phi_beta_lambda_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_place_in_phi_beta_lambda_competition.aspxStudents from J.F. Drake State Technical College won in several areas of competition at the 2012 Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) State Leadership Conference. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Uploads/Files/News/2012 Summer Bridge Flyer.pdfhttp://drakestate.edu/Uploads/Files/News/2012 Summer Bridge Flyer.pdfFri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/loose_change_collection.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/loose_change_collection.aspxIn recognition of April as Community College Month, Drake State is having a loose change collection to benefit Foundation scholarships.Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_11th_annual_car_show_april_14.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_11th_annual_car_show_april_14.aspxOn Saturday, April 14, the Automotive Technology Program at J.F. Drake State Technical College will host its 11th Annual Car Show. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_named_to_all-alabama_team.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_named_to_all-alabama_team.aspxDrake State students Victoria Farrar and Qiana James were named to the All-Alabama Academic Team.Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/april_is_community_college_month.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/april_is_community_college_month.aspxApril is National Community College Month, and Drake State is celebrating with various activities on campus.Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/karl_henry_receives_noble_laureate_award.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/karl_henry_receives_noble_laureate_award.aspxKarl Henry has been recognized as a 2012 Noble Laureate by NAFEO.Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_pride_day_april_3.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_pride_day_april_3.aspxDrake State students, faculty, and staff will celebrate Drake Pride Day on Tuesday, April 3. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/mr_ms_drake_state_crowned.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/mr_ms_drake_state_crowned.aspxA new Mr. and Ms. Drake State Technical College have been crowned for the 2012-2013 school year.Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/sga_officers_named.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/sga_officers_named.aspxDrake State Technical College students elected officers for the Student Government Association for the 2012-2013 school year.Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_attend_ern_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_attend_ern_conference.aspxWhen you turn off your computer, TV or coffee pot, is it really off? Drake State Technical College students Amber Davis and Tina Hoots were curious about this and set out to find an answer. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/candidates_for_mr_ms_drake_sga_speak_up.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/candidates_for_mr_ms_drake_sga_speak_up.aspxThey were funny, confident, nervous and sincere. They used jokes, bold words and poetry to emphasize their points. They dressed to impress. Candidates for Ms. Drake, Mr. Drake and the Student Government Association here at Drake State Technical College made their cases to fellow students during campaign speeches.Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/alabama_community_technical_colleges_make_impact_on_states_economy.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/alabama_community_technical_colleges_make_impact_on_states_economy.aspxA new report on the state’s 27 community and technical colleges estimates the Alabama Community College System’s total economic impact to be about $2.4 billion.Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/2012_summer_technology_institute.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/2012_summer_technology_institute.aspxDrake State is accepting applications for the Summer Technology InstituteWed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_summer_college_experience_that_pays_you.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_summer_college_experience_that_pays_you.aspxDrake State Gears up for Summer ProgramsTue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellor_hill_of_accs_visits_drake_state.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellor_hill_of_accs_visits_drake_state.aspxThe Chancellor of the Alabama Community College System, Dr. Freida Hill, makes her official visit to Drake State campus.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_career_fair_for_renewable_energy_program.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosts_career_fair_for_renewable_energy_program.aspxDrake State partnered with Nexus Energy Center to host a career fair for the former or current students of the new Renewable Energy program.Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_offer_hvac_and_hvacr_certification.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_offer_hvac_and_hvacr_certification.aspxDrake State will offer the NATE HVAC and HVAC/R Certification tests beginning January 2012.Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_offer_cnc_plasma_cutting_course.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_offer_cnc_plasma_cutting_course.aspxDrake State will offer a CNC Plasma Cutting Course beginning February 2012.Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_salutes_veterans_with_a_tribute.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_salutes_veterans_with_a_tribute.aspxDrake State faculty, staff, and students saluted Veterans in honor of Veterans Day with a Dove release.Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_automotive_technology_program_excels.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_automotive_technology_program_excels.aspxThe Drake State Automotive Technology Program has been awarded by the NATEF.Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_congratulates_our_2011_chancellors_award_nominees.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_congratulates_our_2011_chancellors_award_nominees.aspxThe Class of 2011 for the Alabama Chancellor's Award was recognized at the annual luncheon on Wednesday October 26, 2011.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_hosts_high_school_welding_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_hosts_high_school_welding_competition.aspxThe Welding Department of Drake State hosted its 2nd Annual High School Welding Competition on October 10.Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_course_from_workforce_development.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_course_from_workforce_development.aspxDrake State will be offering CompTIA A+ Certification Courses.Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offers_fpga_training_course.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offers_fpga_training_course.aspxThe Office of Workforce Development will be offering an Introductory FPGA Course in October 2011.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_prepares_for_50th_anniversary_celebration.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_prepares_for_50th_anniversary_celebration.aspxJ.F. Drake State is hosting a series of events to commemorate the landmark 50th Anniversary of the college, starting with a Kickoff Celebration on August 30 at 6pm.Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_gets_grant_to_train_for_energy_jobs.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_gets_grant_to_train_for_energy_jobs.aspxDrake State has received a $458,300 State Energy Sector Grant awarded by Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs.Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offering_ready_to_work_program.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offering_ready_to_work_program.aspxA new Ready to Work Session will begin on August 24.Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_cyber_security_grant.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_cyber_security_grant.aspxDrake State Receives Scientific Leadership Award Grant From Department of Homeland Security.Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_launches_new_television_commericals.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_launches_new_television_commericals.aspxCheck out the new commercials.Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_host_robotics_camp.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_host_robotics_camp.aspxDrake State will be hostsing a Robotics Camp beginning July 11.Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/sims_receives_othel_l_washington_award.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/sims_receives_othel_l_washington_award.aspxDr. Patricia Sims has been named the Othel L. Washington Student Affairs Officer of the Year.Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_earns_prestigious_summer_internship.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_earns_prestigious_summer_internship.aspxAmber Davis spending summer studying at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab.Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20110614/NEWS/110619868?Title=Registration-to-continue-for-caregiver-traininghttp://drakestate.eduhttp://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20110614/NEWS/110619868?Title=Registration-to-continue-for-caregiver-trainingRegistration continues through today for a series of free, hands-on training sessions for caregivers offered by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System in partnership with Drake State Technical College’s Health Science Division.Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_associate_degree_programs_for_fall.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_associate_degree_programs_for_fall.aspxAn Associate Degree option will now be available for students in the Automotive and Heating and Air Conditioning programs beginning this fall.Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://www.hsvcity.com/news/nr_going_greener_6-3-11.phphttp://drakestate.eduhttp://www.hsvcity.com/news/nr_going_greener_6-3-11.phpMayor Tommy Battle announces new energy initiative Energy Huntsville Initiative seeks to make Tennessee Valley more energy efficient, create new jobsThu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/alumni_meeting.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/alumni_meeting.aspxJoin us for an Alumni Meeting.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/honor_roll_-_fall_2010.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/honor_roll_-_fall_2010.aspxThe following students have earned recognition on the college's honor roll for the Fall 2010 Semester.Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_scholarship_opportunity_available.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_scholarship_opportunity_available.aspxThe Draper Memorial Church of God in Christ awards the Dave Draper, Sr. Memorial Scholarship in honor of the late Superintendent Dave Draper, Sr. who served as pastor of the church for over 35 years.Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_registration_and_new_student_orientation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/summer_registration_and_new_student_orientation.aspxNew Student Orientation will be held on Tuesday, May 24 - classes begin May 27.Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/executive_director_of_white_house_initiative_to_speak_at_graduation_ceremony.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/executive_director_of_white_house_initiative_to_speak_at_graduation_ceremony.aspxDr. John Wilson to address graduates.Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_excel_at_skillsusa_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_excel_at_skillsusa_competition.aspxDrake State students garner top finishes at recent state competition.Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_qualify_for_national_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_qualify_for_national_conference.aspxDrake State students were recognized for their business skills at the Phi Beta Lambda Business Fraternity’s State Leadership Conference recently held in Birmingham. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_mr_ms_drake_state_crowned.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_mr_ms_drake_state_crowned.aspxJairus Morrow and Grace Douglass were recently crowned Mr. & Ms. Drake State.Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/galloway_and_ali_honored_at_all_alabama_academic_awards.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/galloway_and_ali_honored_at_all_alabama_academic_awards.aspxDesiree Galloway and Ja-Me-S Ali represented Drake State at the All Alabama Acaedemic Awards Program.Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/red_cross_blood_drive.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/red_cross_blood_drive.aspxThe nursing department is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive.Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosting_career_week_activities.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hosting_career_week_activities.aspxDrake State to Host Career Week Monday, April 4 - Friday, April 8Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/10th_annual_car_show.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/10th_annual_car_show.aspxAutomotive Technology Program to present its 10th Annual Car Show.Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_announces_summer_educational_programs.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_announces_summer_educational_programs.aspxPlans and applications for Summer S.T.E.M. Programs are now available.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_program_wows_nsf_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_program_wows_nsf_conference.aspxDrake State students awarded first place at Emerging Researchers Conference sponsored by the National Science Foundation.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2011/01/drake_state_president_helen_mc.htmlhttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2011/01/drake_state_president_helen_mc.htmlDrake State President Helen McAlpine sworn in as member of White House Initiative for HBCUsThu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2011/01/as_drake_state_moves_toward_sa.htmlhttp://drakestate.eduhttp://blog.al.com/breaking/2011/01/as_drake_state_moves_toward_sa.htmlThu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/electronic_play-doh.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/electronic_play-doh.aspxDrake State technology class finds future in 'electronic Play-Doh' - News from the Huntsville TimesTue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/j_f_drake_state_technical_college_chosen_to_participate_in_national_initiative_preparing_critical_faculty_for_the_future.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/j_f_drake_state_technical_college_chosen_to_participate_in_national_initiative_preparing_critical_faculty_for_the_future.aspxTue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_faculty_recognized_at_american_education_week_luncheon.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_faculty_recognized_at_american_education_week_luncheon.aspxDr. Mattie Davis and Mr. Scotty McLaughlin were recently honored by area educators for their contributions to the educational community.Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/holiday_schedule.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/holiday_schedule.aspxOutlined here are the hours of operation for the holiday break.Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_initial_sacs_accreditation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_initial_sacs_accreditation.aspxToday, the Commission on Colleges, voted to grant initial candidacy status to Drake State Technical College.Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/administrator_attends_mentoring_institute.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/administrator_attends_mentoring_institute.aspxDr. Patricia Sims selected to participate in prestigious national mentoring institute.Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_begins_spring_registration.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_begins_spring_registration.aspxTue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/11_million_dollar_grant.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/11_million_dollar_grant.aspxDrake State receives a new Student Support Services Federal Grant.Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/grainger_industrial_supplies_10000_in_scholarships.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/grainger_industrial_supplies_10000_in_scholarships.aspxFour students at Drake State have been awarded scholarships from Grainger Industrial Supplies.Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_cook_the_pros.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/students_cook_the_pros.aspxStudents of the Culinary Arts Program recently won first place at the Taste of Huntsville.Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/initiative_to_improve_workforce_-_bridging_from_ged_to_college.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/initiative_to_improve_workforce_-_bridging_from_ged_to_college.aspxStudents who enroll in a college sponsored GED Program vastly improve their success rate on the GED Exam.Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/local_workforce_development_efforts_acknowledged_at_white_house_summit_on_community_colleges.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/local_workforce_development_efforts_acknowledged_at_white_house_summit_on_community_colleges.aspxOn October 5, 2010, Dr. Jill Biden will chair the first ever White House Summit on Community Colleges in Washington, DC. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellor_hears_from_drake_state_students.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chancellor_hears_from_drake_state_students.aspxDr. Freida Hill, Chancellor of the Alabama Community College System, heard from Lesley Ann Eng and Richard Newton about their college experience and future goals. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/where_lives_are_enhanced.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/where_lives_are_enhanced.aspxEditorial by Dr. Helen McAlpine from the Huntsville Times.Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hits_record_enrollment.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_hits_record_enrollment.aspxDrake State has experienced a record enrollment topping 1,540 for the fall 2010 semester. This increase equals a 33% increase over last fall’s enrollment.Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/love_what_you_do_every_day.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/love_what_you_do_every_day.aspxOne of the most important things in a successful career is to love what you do – every day. This is according to Kevin Wendt, Editor of the Huntsville Times; who spoke today at the Annual Drake State in-service.Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/willingham_and_clement_receive_promotions.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/willingham_and_clement_receive_promotions.aspxDrake State Technical College has promoted Ricky Willingham to the position of Student Services Management Director and April Clement to College Counselor.Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/secondary_teachers_get_schooled.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/secondary_teachers_get_schooled.aspxWhile most students and teachers have been preparing for the beginning of the school year, several local teachers and guidance counselors have just completed the Summer Technology Institute hosted by Drake State Technical College.Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/am_alumni_group_honor_local_leaders.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/am_alumni_group_honor_local_leaders.aspxThe AAMU Huntsville Progressive Alumni Chapter celebrated its Ninth Annual Leadership ,Scholarship Award Banquet June 1 at the Earnest Knight Reception Center on the campus of Alabama A&M University.Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_shout_out_heard_round_the_world.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_shout_out_heard_round_the_world.aspxThe Drake State Amateur Radio Club will be hosting Field Day - 2010 from Noon on Saturday, June 26th to 3:00 pm Sunday, June 27th near “Lot 57” of Monte Sano State Park RV Camp Grounds.Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/free_technology_training_offered_through_state_partnership_with_microsoft.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/free_technology_training_offered_through_state_partnership_with_microsoft.aspxMicrosoft is working with the Alabama Community College System, Alabama Career Center System, and Governor’s Office of Workforce Development to offer 15,000 vouchers for free online technology training and certification.Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_launches_medical_assistant_program.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_launches_medical_assistant_program.aspxDrake State Technical College is now offering an Associate in Applied Technology - Medical Assistant. The college will begin enrolling students into the new program for the fall 2010 term.Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chief_of_mdas_science_technology_office_to_speak_at_drake_state_graduation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/chief_of_mdas_science_technology_office_to_speak_at_drake_state_graduation.aspxDr. David Burns will be the key note speaker for the Drake State Graduation Ceremonies.Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_win_state-wide_competitions.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_win_state-wide_competitions.aspxEleven Drake State students were recognized for their business skills at the Phi Beta Lambda Business Fraternity’s state leadership conference recently held in Birmingham.Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_accepting_applicants_for_free_summer_educational_opportunities.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_accepting_applicants_for_free_summer_educational_opportunities.aspxDrake State Technical College is currently accepting participants for its Summer Education Opportunities.Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_electronic_transcript_delivery_service.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/new_electronic_transcript_delivery_service.aspxIn response to the needs of today’s tech savvy students, Drake State Technical College has become one of the state’s first colleges to implement an electronic transcript delivery service.Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_celebrates_community_college_month.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_celebrates_community_college_month.aspxEach April, Drake State celebrates Community College Month with a variety of activities for both students and the community.Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/ingram_and_lacy_earn_all-state_awards.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/ingram_and_lacy_earn_all-state_awards.aspxMs. Whitney Ingram and Ms. Sophia Lacy of Drake State Technical College were honored at the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) All Alabama Academic Awards celebration in Birmingham.Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_unveils_new_college_career_planning_system.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_unveils_new_college_career_planning_system.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College is pleased to partner with the Huntsville City Schools and Madison County Schools to provide students with a new comprehensive online resource for college and career planning.Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/9th_annual_drake_state_car_show.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/9th_annual_drake_state_car_show.aspxOn Saturday, March 27th the Automotive Technology Program at Drakes State will be hosting its 9th Annual Car Show. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/culinary_arts_hmcha_recognition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/culinary_arts_hmcha_recognition.aspxThe Culinary Arts/Hospitality Services Management program at Drake State Technical College was recognized at the 13th Annual Huntsville/Madison County Hospitality Association (HMCHA) Pineapple Awards Dinner.Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_joins_the_alabama_community_college_systems_raise_the_roof_for_haiti_relief_efforts.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_joins_the_alabama_community_college_systems_raise_the_roof_for_haiti_relief_efforts.aspxThu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_joins_the_revitalization_of_downtown_huntsville.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_joins_the_revitalization_of_downtown_huntsville.aspxState and local officials assist with ribbon cutting in the official opening of the college’s downtown instructional site.Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_provides_free_summer_tuition_scholarships.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_provides_free_summer_tuition_scholarships.aspxDrake State Technical College is now accepting applications for the FREE Summer Tuition Program.Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_accepting_scholarship_applications.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_accepting_scholarship_applications.aspxDrake State Technical College is now accepting applications for Institutional scholarships.Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offers_affordable_a_certification_course.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offers_affordable_a_certification_course.aspxThe Workforce Development Division of Drake State Technical College has announced the formation of an A+ Certification Course.Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/change_in_pell_grant_disbursement_may_reduce_time_in_college.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/change_in_pell_grant_disbursement_may_reduce_time_in_college.aspxA change in disbursement policies at the Department of Education may potentially reduce the time required to complete a postsecondary education by as much as a yearMon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/henry_receives_2009_chancellors_award.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/henry_receives_2009_chancellors_award.aspxKarl Henry, Chair of the Engineering Technology Program at Drake State, has been presented with the Chancellor’s Award as the 2009 Technical Faculty Member of the Year for the State of Alabama.Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_administrator_and_faculty_recognized_at_alabama_education_week_luncheon.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_administrator_and_faculty_recognized_at_alabama_education_week_luncheon.aspxDr. Helen McAlpine, President and faculty members, Mr. Karl Henry and Mr. Fred Pruitt were recognized for their contributions to educationThu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_golden_medallion_award.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_receives_golden_medallion_award.aspxDistrict 2 of The National College Marketing and Public Relations Organization (NCMPR) has awarded Drake State Technical College a Golden Medallion Award.Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/on_the_job_features_drake_states_engineering_graphics_program.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/on_the_job_features_drake_states_engineering_graphics_program.aspxDrake State’s Engineering Graphics program was recently featured in the program titled “On the Job” which airs on Alabama Public Television. CTue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/are_you_waiting_for_your_va_education_benefits.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/are_you_waiting_for_your_va_education_benefits.aspxThe Department of Veterans Affairs has made funds available for Veteran students who are still awaiting their education benefit claim to be processed.Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/industrial_electronics_program_garners_national_attention_at_research_conference.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/industrial_electronics_program_garners_national_attention_at_research_conference.aspxDrake State recently sent a team of students, faculty, administrators and University Partners from Alabama A& M University to the National Science Foundation’s HBCU-UP National Research Conference.Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/health_sciences_division_chair_recognized_by_national_honor_society.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/health_sciences_division_chair_recognized_by_national_honor_society.aspxDr. Alice Raymond, Chair of the Drake State Health Sciences Division, was selected by The Gamma Chi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing as A Rising Star of Scholarship and Research.Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offers_affordable_a_certification_course.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_offers_affordable_a_certification_course.aspxThe Workforce Development Division of Drake State Technical College is currently accepting applications for an upcoming A+ Certification Course.Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_alert_has_been_launched.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_alert_has_been_launched.aspxAs part of Drake State’s ongoing effort to safeguard students, faculty and staff; the College has implemented a new emergency communications system. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_honored_with_solo_performance_at_washingtons_kennedy_center.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/student_honored_with_solo_performance_at_washingtons_kennedy_center.aspxFor performers, the opportunity to be on stage at the Kennedy Center is a dream come true. For Carla Henry, the dream has come true; having twice been selected by Drake State to represent the college in the National HBCU Concert Choir – 105 Voices of History.Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/state_board_of_education_adjusts_tuition_rates.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/state_board_of_education_adjusts_tuition_rates.aspxThe State Board of Education today authorized an adjustment of the tuition rate for community and technical colleges from $71 to $85 per credit hour for spring semester 2010.Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_joins_downtown_revitalization_efforts.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_joins_downtown_revitalization_efforts.aspxDrake State Technical College has announced plans to renovate a portion of a historic downtown building and provide some much needed space for the college’s exploding enrollment. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_honors_lists.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_honors_lists.aspx“Congratulation to the students listed on the President’s List, Dean’s List and Scroll of Honor on their educational achievements for the Summer Semester 2009.”Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_appointments_reutter_to_director_of_accreditation_and_program_development.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_appointments_reutter_to_director_of_accreditation_and_program_development.aspxDrake State Technical College announces the John Reutter, Ed D to Director of Accreditation and Program Development.Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_appointments_sims_to_new_position.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_appointments_sims_to_new_position.aspxDrake State Technical College announces the appointment of Patricia Sims, Ed D to the position of Dean of Instructional and Student Services.Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/changing_minds_changing_career_paths.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/changing_minds_changing_career_paths.aspxTwenty local teachers and guidance counselors got an education of their own as participants in the Summer Technology Institute hosted by Drake State Technical College.Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/community_cooperative_program_furnishes_cutting_edge_computer_lab_to_local_school.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/community_cooperative_program_furnishes_cutting_edge_computer_lab_to_local_school.aspxPlan designed to revitalize the MDA's unserviceable information technology equipment and supply the refurbished equipment to local schools.Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/graduate_pass_rate_for_nclex_exam_exceeds_national_average.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/graduate_pass_rate_for_nclex_exam_exceeds_national_average.aspxIt’s one of the fields in high demand in the Tennessee Valley and those who graduate from the Licensed Practical Nursing Program at Drake State exceed the national pass rate.Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/studying_stem_on_summer_vacation.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/studying_stem_on_summer_vacation.aspxFor many high school students, summer is an opportunity to kick back and relax. But those students selected to participate in the Summer Bridge Program at Drake State Technical College, were getting hands on lab time studying science, technology, engineering and math or the S.T.E.M. fields.Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/double_digit_enrollment_increase.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/double_digit_enrollment_increase.aspxJ.F. Drake State Technical College experienced a 34% increase in enrollment for the 2009 Summer Semester. The enrollment number also represents a five term trend of double digit increases.Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/army_garrison_command_signs_agreement_with_drake_state.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/army_garrison_command_signs_agreement_with_drake_state.aspxThe Army Garrison Command at Redstone Arsenal and Drake State Technical College have entered into a partnership for a Cooperative Educational Program. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_student_wins_national_skills_usa_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_student_wins_national_skills_usa_competition.aspxTheo Walston, an Industrial Electronics Technology student at Drake State, received a gold medal at the National Skills USA Leadership and Skills Conference recently held in Kansas City, Missouri.Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/field_day_-_over_35000_radio_hams_active_june_27-28.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/field_day_-_over_35000_radio_hams_active_june_27-28.aspxThe Drake State Technical College Amateur Radio Club will join thousands of Amateur Radio operators, often called “hams,” in showing off their wireless capabilities June 27-28.Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_get_gold_at_skills_competition.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_get_gold_at_skills_competition.aspxTen Drake State Students were awarded Gold or Silver Metals recently at the Alabama Skills USA competition held in Montgomery.Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_win_state_competitions.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_students_win_state_competitions.aspxEight students from Drake State will be representing the State of Alabama at the Phi Beta Lambda National Competition June 20-23 in Anaheim, California.Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_honorable_m_lynn_sherrod_to_address_drake_state_graduates.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/the_honorable_m_lynn_sherrod_to_address_drake_state_graduates.aspxThe Honorable M. Lynn Sherrod will address Drake State Technical College Graduates at commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 15 at the Von Braun Civic Center’s North Hall.Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/after_20_years_i_finally_did_it.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/after_20_years_i_finally_did_it.aspxThe cafetorium was at capacity as graduates, family members, friends and members of the Drake State Family prepared to celebrate a milestone.Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_observe_modified_four_day_work_week_for_summer.aspxhttp://drakestate.edu/Articles/drake_state_to_observe_modified_four_day_work_week_for_summer.aspxBeginning June 1, 2009, Drake State will begin working a modified four day work week.Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT