Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College is proud to celebrate Black History Month with two special events highlighting history, leadership, and cultural excellence.
The first event will take place on February 10, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at the East Broad Campus in the Science Building Auditorium. This Black History Month Celebration will feature Jerome McQueen, PE, as the guest speaker. McQueen, a distinguished professional engineer, will share his insights and experiences on leadership and excellence within the engineering field. The event is open to students, faculty, staff, and the wider community.
The celebration continues on February 26, 2025, from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. at the Gadsden Job Corps Center Gymnasium on the Valley Street Campus. Now in its third year, the annual Black History Month Program is hosted in partnership with the Gadsden Job Corps Center. This year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Quentin J. Lee, Superintendent of Talladega City Schools, who will address the National HBCU Week Conference theme: “Raising the Bar: Where Excellence and Opportunity Meet.” Attendees will also enjoy a performance by the renowned Gadsden State Show Band.
Both events are free and open to the public. Gadsden State Community College encourages all students, faculty, staff, and community members to participate in these celebrations of history, culture, and excellence.
