News

a few historical images from Lawson State
OCTOBER 7
Lawson State Community College is proud to announce its partnership with the HBCU Digital Library Trust, a collaborative effort to preserve and share the rich cultural heritage, scholarship, and history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Ignite Program Students
SEPTEMBER 30
Lawson State’s IGNITE partnership equips non-violent inmates with education and skills for a successful reentry into the community.
Group honoring Alabama veterans lost to suicide in 2023, with American flags displayed on a grassy field
SEPTEMBER 23
Lawson State honors 139 Alabama veterans lost to suicide with campus flag displays during National Suicide Prevention Month.
Student with the Laptop
SEPTEMBER 22
Explore flexible, 8-week Mini-Term 2 courses at Lawson State Community College—ideal for working adults, recent grads, and career changers seeking a fresh start or fast-track progress.
District Attorney Lynniece Washington with Adulted insturctor
SEPTEMBER 22
District Attorney Lynneice Washington spoke to Lawson State adult education students about resilience, integrity, and the power of second chances.
Adult Education instructor standing with 2 other persons
SEPTEMBER 17
Lawson State celebrates Adult Education and Family Literacy Week with free programs that empower parents and families to learn and grow together.
CSP Flyer
AUGUST 1
Lawson State's new customer service professionals program offers industry-backed training and scholarships, funded by the Alabama Power Foundation.
ignite
JULY 28
The IGNITE program reflects Lawson State’s ongoing mission to reduce recidivism by equipping individuals with the skills they need for a fresh start.
Brandi's pic
JULY 22
Brandi Patterson earned her GED in two weeks through Lawson State and is now pursuing a career in healthcare.
Scholarship photo
JULY 8
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s final scholarships are open—Lawson State students can apply now for awards of up to $7,500. Early deadlines begin July 11 and run through early December 2025.