Cougars · Birmingham & Bessemer
CAMPUS LIFE
If you're looking for a place where you can grow and develop into a leader who will make a difference, you're in the right place.
NJCAA · ACCC
COUGAR ATHLETICS
There's nothing like Cougar Pride. Our programs are dedicated to fostering student-athlete success through competitive integrity, academic discipline, and leadership development.
Athletics Director
Dr. Eric R. Agee Jr.
Director of Athletics / Health & Physical Education
205.925.2525 · eagee@lawsonstate.edu
Arthur Shores Building, Birmingham Campus
Conferences
Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC)
National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)
Get Involved
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Find your place at Lawson State beyond the classroom. Form lifelong friendships and invaluable network connections.
Student Government Association
The connection between students and administration. Run for office and shape campus life, policies, and activities for your peers.
Learn more →Honor Societies
High-achieving students may be invited to join a program-specific honor society — a resume builder and network amplifier.
Learn more →Miss Lawson State & Court
Annual celebration honoring high-achieving women with a ceremony, dancing, and community recognition.
Learn more →FBLA Collegiate
Future Business Leaders of America chapter for Business & IT students. Build professional skills, compete, and network.
Learn more →Not sure how or where to get plugged in? Contact our Student Engagement Manager.
Ms. Tenesha Burns · tburns@lawsonstate.edu
We're Here for You
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
All students — online, on campus, or off-site — are eligible for these services by phone, email, or in person. At Lawson State, we care about your academic, professional, and personal achievement.
Academic Support
In-person and virtual tutoring, counseling, and testing services. Free 24/7 access to Tutor.com (500+ subjects). Also includes the R.A.C.E Advising Center and S.P.A.C.E. Center on both campuses.
Learn more →Career Services
Resume builder, mock interviews, job board (College Central), Career Coach assessments, annual Career & Community Resource Fair. On-campus visits from 4-year colleges every week.
Learn more →Health & Wellness
Physical and mental health resources. Lawson State is a Caring Campus. Access the Cougar Pantry for food assistance, and the Cougar Clothing Closet for professional attire.
Learn more →Disability Support (ADA)
Academic accommodations for students with disabilities. Apply online and connect with our counselors for a personalized accommodation plan.
Learn more →TRiO Programs
Individualized academic support, workshops, cultural enrichment, and financial habit-building. Open to qualifying first-generation and low-income students.
Learn more →Veterans Services
Help deciphering VA education benefits, Cougar Professional Wear for Veterans, and specialized counseling. Serving those who served.
Learn more →Student Support Contact
Your One-Stop Center
STUDENT RESOURCES
MyLawson Student Portal
Register, view grades, pay bills, access email
Canvas LMS (opens in new tab)
Online courses, assignments, grades
Tutor.com (opens in new tab)
Free 24/7 tutoring, 500+ subjects
Bookstore (opens in new tab)
Birmingham Campus — 205.929.6010
Help Desk
help@lawsonstate.edu
Library
Research, databases, study spaces
Cengage Unlimited (opens in new tab)
$214.99/yr — 65+ courses covered
Cougar Alert
Emergency notification system
READY TO BEGIN?
Your first step toward a new career, a degree, or a better future starts here.