We're going Next level
President’s Report
2025-2026
Year of remarkable momentum.
Wallace State achieved record enrollment, celebrated more than 1,650 graduates who earned over 2,800 degrees and certificates, expanded academic and workforce programs, and earned national recognition as a Top 10 finalist for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
NEARLY 7,000 students supported enrolled
2,800+ degrees and certificates earned
$54 MILLION in active construction
43 Alabama SkillsUSA Medals won
1,650+ graduates in 2025-2026
TOP 10 2027 Aspen Prize Finalist
"We are building on our successes, raising our expectations, and creating even greater opportunities for our students and communities.
Together, we're going Next Level."
--Dr. Vicki Karolewics
We're going next level:
2025-2026 President's Report
Mane Events
2027 Aspen Prize Top 10 Finalist
Wallace State has been named one of just 10 finalists nationwide for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, marking its second consecutive selection among the nation's top community colleges.
More Than 1,650 Graduates
Wallace State celebrated more than 1,650 graduates who earned over 2,800 degrees and certificates during the 2025–2026 academic year.
Nursing Earns Third National Honor
Wallace State's Nursing program earned its third National League for Nursing Center of Excellence designation, placing it among just 21 nursing programs nationwide recognized for the 2025–2030 cycle.
Men's Tennis Wins National Title
Wallace State's Men's Tennis team captured the 2026 NJCAA Division II National Championship, earning the program's first national title since 1996.
A message from Dr. Vicki Karolewics:
As we reflect on the 2025–2026 academic year, I am filled with tremendous pride in what the Wallace State family has accomplished, and even greater excitement about where we are going next.
Together, we're going Next Level.
Accreditation
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of Wallace State Community College, a postsecondary institution under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. The College will not retaliate against any person because they have engaged in a protected activity opposing the College or because they have made a complaint, testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding or hearing alleging discrimination on a basis specified above.
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