Celebrate Gadsden State: 100 Years of Excellence
Gadsden State Community College is thrilled to commemorate a century of academic excellence, innovation, and community impact. Since our founding in 1925, Gadsden State has been a beacon of opportunity, transforming lives through education and workforce development.
Join us throughout 2025 as we mark this historic milestone with a series of events, special recognitions, and opportunities for alumni, students, faculty, and the community to come together in celebration.
100-Year Celebration Events
June 17, 2025 – Ayers Campus Celebration (1:30 p.m.)
Location: One Stop Lobby
July 7, 2025 – Valley Street Celebration Program (11:00 a.m.)
Location: Job Corps Gym
August 27, 2025 – Cherokee Campus Celebration (1:30 p.m.)
Location: Cherokee Campus Admin Building Lobby
September 16, 2025 – East Broad & Wallace Drive 100 Year Celebration (1:30 p.m.)
Location: Wallace Drive Campus - Beck Gymnasium
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October 9, 2025 – Cardinal Gala (6 p.m.)
Location: The Venue
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Get Involved
We invite alumni, students, faculty, and supporters to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
Share your Gadsden State story, attend events, and reconnect with the community that has made Gadsden State a cornerstone of education for 100 years.
Stay updated on event details, announcements, and ways to participate by following us on social media and visiting this web page.
Join us as we Celebrate Gadsden State—100 years strong and counting!
In honor of our Celebrate Gadsden State Centennial Campaign, we’re asking alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community members to submit short videos sharing what Gadsden State means to them.
Here’s what to include in your video (60 seconds or less):
· Introduce yourself
· Tell us what you studied
· Tell us when you graduated
Answer one of the following:
1. What does Gadsden State mean to you and why?
2. How has Gadsden State made a difference in your life or career?
3. Why are you proud to be part of the Gadsden State family?
If you submit a video, you will be entered in our t-shirt giveaway. 25 random winners will be selected to receive a free Gadsden State t- shirt.
You will be contacted via email once the winners are selected.
In honor of our 100 years of excellence, help us reach us reach our goal of 100 unique stories.