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News & Announcements

WCCD New Quarterly Newsletter Perspectives Published

March 31, 2026

Wallace Community College is proud to relaunch Perspective as a quarterly digital newsletter—your inside look at the people, programs, and partnerships shaping our college and community. Each issue highlights student success stories, workforce initiatives, campus news, and the impact Wallace is making across the Wiregrass. We invite you to explore the latest issue and stayRead More

WCCD to Celebrate Homecoming 2026 April 6–10

March 31, 2026

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) invites students, alumni, and community members to celebrate Homecoming 2026, set for April 6–10 on the Wallace Campus in Dothan. The week-long celebration will feature spirit-themed activities, athletic events, and opportunities for alumni to reconnect with the College. Homecoming 2026 will showcase Govs pride through a variety of events, including SpiritRead More

WCCD Holds Spring Health Sciences Simulation Clinic for Local First Graders

March 27, 2026

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) welcomed over 750 first-grade students from area elementary schools for the Health Sciences Simulation Clinic (SIM Clinic), held March 24-27 at the Heersink Family Health Sciences Building on the Wallace Campus in Dothan. The SIM Clinic was a fun and interactive event that brought WCCD’s “Health Sciences Superheroes” together with youngRead More

WCCD Child Development Program Partners with Feed Me Words to Enhance Student Learning and Literacy

March 23, 2026

The Child Development program at Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) is proud to announce a partnership with Feed Me Words, a program of the Alabama Partnership for Children (APC) that brings exciting, hands-on literacy and language development opportunities to its students. As part of the program’s curriculum, WCCD Child Development students now have access to free,Read More

WCCD Appoints Dr. Chris Franklin as Dean of Student Services

March 16, 2026

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Chris Franklin as Dean of Student Services, effective March 1, 2026. Dr. Franklin brings nearly 30 years of experience in higher education, with a strong emphasis on enrollment management, student services, and student success. He also offers extensive leadership experience within the AlabamaRead More

WCCD Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday with Service, Scholarship, and Community Spirit

March 13, 2026

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) is proudly joining communities across the nation in celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a series of patriotic events, service projects, and educational programs designed to honor the nation’s history while investing in its future. Under the banner “Happy 250th, America!” the College’s yearlong celebration reflects the spirit of service, civic engagement,Read More

Sparks Foundation Receives $87,000 The Comer Foundation Community Impact Grant

March 11, 2026

The Wallace Community College Sparks Foundation has been awarded an $87,000 Community Impact Grant Scholarship from The Comer Foundation to support students enrolled in the Industrial Systems Technology program on the Sparks Campus in Eufaula. The grant will fund six full scholarships covering tuition, books, supplies, fees, and graduation expenses for students enrolled in theRead More

WCCD Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Named 2025 REACH Chapter

March 2, 2026

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) is proud to announce that its chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society has been named a 2025 REACH Chapter, a national recognition awarded to chapters that demonstrate excellence in membership development and student engagement. The REACH Rewards program honors Phi Theta Kappa chapters that actively promote academic achievement and connectRead More

THIS WEEK: The Little Mermaid – Tickets on Sale Now

February 27, 2026

The Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) Fine Arts production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid is set to make a splash this spring, and tickets are now on sale for this under-the-sea musical adventure! Ariel and all her underwater friends will swim onto the stage March 5–7 at 7:00 PM, with a special matinee performance on MarchRead More

WCCD Reverse Transfer Process Brings Darran Williams’ College and Career Journey Full-Circle

February 23, 2026

Wallace Community College-Dothan (WCCD) is proud to highlight the impact of its reverse transfer process through the inspiring journey of alumnus Darran Williams, whose path from military service to industry leader—and ultimately to earning his associate degree from Wallace—demonstrates how the College helps students turn previously earned credits into completed credentials. Williams’ story began shortlyRead More