NEWS & STORIES

College Announces Spring Honor Roll

Lawson State Community College President Dr. Cynthia T. Anthony is proud to announce that 404 students earned a place on the college's Spring 2026 Honor Roll, recognizing outstanding academic achievement.

Apply now for Lawson State's Natural Gas Worker Program

Lawson State Community College launches its 2026 Natural Gas Utility Worker Training Program, an eight-week workforce course beginning June 8.

Lawson State and Birmingham Promise Showcase Student Success Pathways

Lawson State and Birmingham Promise highlight student pathways to success through ongoing partnership.

Lawson State STEM Students Earn Competitive Internships

Lawson State STEM Scholars earn nearly $70,000 in competitive internships and fellowships, showcasing student excellence and research readiness.

Lawson State Student Taylor Grace Wins Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship

Lawson State student Taylor Grace earns the Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship, becoming Alabama's only recipient of the prestigious national award.

Lawson State Community College Celebrates May 2026 Commencement

Lawson State Community College awarded more than 300 degrees and certificates to students in dozens of programs during its May 8 commencement. The event celebrated graduates ages 17 to 71.

Commencement Spotlight: How One Graduate Turned Life's Challenges into Opportunity

A Lawson State Community College graduate earns her third degree and walks the commencement stage alongside her daughter.

Polish and Paint Scholarship Announced for Fall 2026

Lawson State Community College announces the Polish and Paint Scholarship for Fall 2026, offering five $1,000 awards to eligible Auto Body students

Wired for Success: Emmanuel Mondragon's Lawson State Journey

Emmanuel Mondragon walked into Lawson State not knowing anyone and wondering if anxiety would get the best of him. One HVAC exam changed that. He found his confidence, is finishing at the top of his class, and is ready to go to work.

Commencement Spotlight on Faith Poellnitz: Driven by Purpose, Dedicated to Patient Care

Faith Poellnitz celebrates graduation from Lawson State’s nursing program, marking a milestone shaped by purpose and dedication to patient care.

Customer Service Professionals Course Opens at Lawson State

Customer Service Professionals Course now available at Lawson State Community College. Enroll now and be a Customer Service Professional.

No Limits: Belen Cardenas Graduates Ready to Change the World

Belen Cardenas does not believe in limits, despite being born with a disability. She celebrates graduation and looks toward a future in technology, building on her desire to make an impact.