From the President

Welcome to the Lion Life at Wallace State Community College!

As we begin the Spring 2026 semester, there’s a renewed sense of energy and excitement across campus. For many students, this term marks the final stretch toward graduation or transfer to a four-year university. Whether you're preparing to walk across the stage or take the next step in your academic journey, we celebrate your achievements and look forward to your continued success.

At the same time, we welcome new students who are just beginning their college experience. Starting college is a major milestone, and Wallace State is committed to helping you feel at home and supported every step of the way. Whether you're entering college for the first time, retraining for a new career, a dual enrollment student, or completing a GED and embarking on a career pathway, you’ll find your place here.

Wallace State continues to offer a full complement of classes and services on campus in Hanceville and Oneonta, as well as online. Day and evening classes, hybrid formats, and flexible scheduling options—including Mini Terms—make it easier than ever to fit college into your life.

The college recently opened the Winston County Community Learning Center, offering Adult Education and Workforce Development classes and access to technology for students with a fully-equipped computer lab.

This spring, we’re excited to offer classes for our new Speech and Language Pathology Assistant program, adding to a growing list of innovative offerings. Recent additions include programs in Radiation Therapy, Artificial Intelligence Programming, Cloud Computing, Systems Engineering Technology, and expanded options in Advanced Automotive Services, Diesel Technology, Electrical Technology, Digital Fabrication, Culinary Arts and Nutrition Management. Our Health Information Technology program now includes Revenue Cycle Management and Database Management, and our Nursing program continues to grow with evening classes and a joint enrollment partnership with Athens State University.

Wallace State students benefit from earn-and-learn opportunities, including apprenticeships in Child Development and Nursing, the FAME program for industrial maintenance, and numerous internships with area businesses. These experiences allow students to gain valuable skills and income while completing their credentials. Visit our Center for Career and Workforce Development to learn more.

Construction is underway on the new STEM Gateway building, which will house first-year courses, a digital resource center, and the Culinary Arts program. New facilities for Machine Tool Technology and Advanced Automotive are also in development, reflecting our commitment to providing cutting-edge learning environments.

Look for Wallace State Community College on an upcoming episode of the Amazon Prime show The College Tour, where several WSCC students are featured, sharing their experience and spotlighting why Wallace State is one of the Top 3 community colleges in the nation, according to the Aspen Institute.

Along with being named a Rising Star by the Aspen Institute, Wallace State has also been recognized as a Caring Campus and an Achieving the Dream Leader College. We are proud to be the preferred community college for Alabama high school seniors taking the ACT and a leader in health care and workforce development. We’ve also been recognized as a Military Friendly institution, with dedicated resources for veterans and their families.

Support services are available to help you succeed, including success advising, mental health counseling, tutoring, technology loans, emergency financial assistance, and a free food pantry. Many offices also offer virtual services to meet students where they are.

Start planning now for your future. Review the Spring 2026 course offerings and connect with a success advisor to develop your Pathways map and Alabama Transfer Guide for your program. Visit the Wallace State website, download our app, or stop by Lion Central to learn more.

We look forward to seeing you on campus this spring—and celebrating all that you will accomplish.

Vicki P. Karolewics
President