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Members of the Lawson State Community College choir pose for pictures on the campus of Samford University
NOVEMBER 17
Lawson State Choir students performed and learned alongside top ensembles at the ACDA Collegiate Festival at Samford University.
More than a dozen faculty and students from Lawson State health professions programs pose for a group photo at an industry event.
NOVEMBER 17
Lawson State Community College faculty and students explored the evolving healthcare landscape at a recent “Future of Health Care” event, gaining insights from top industry leaders on workforce challenges, scholarships, and opportunities beyond bedside care.
Lawson State student Khalil Saadiq, who is studying auto body and collision repair, looks into the camera after winning $3,000 for his mobile car care detailing business.
NOVEMBER 14
Lawson State student Khalil Saadiq won 3rd place and $3,000 at the 2025 Magic City Classic Business Pitch Competition. His mobile car care startup, DeeDee’s Driven Detailing, reflects excellence, community values, and the grit of a military veteran who has returned to school in Birmingham.
Hundreds of college, business, industry, and nonprofit leaders listening to ACCS discussion of workforce readiness and training issues in Alabama.
NOVEMBER 5
Lawson State joined regional leaders at the ACCS Workforce Exchange to strengthen education and industry partnerships across Alabama.
manufacturing day
OCTOBER 31
Lawson State hosts 130+ students and local industry partners for Manufacturing Day to introduce modern manufacturing
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.