J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College was established in 1961 as the Huntsville State Vocational Technical College.

Joined January 2010
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I’ve always said that education is the key to unlocking opportunity. I’m grateful to Dr. Patricia Sims and everyone at @DrakeState , who are unlocking opportunities for thousands of Alabamians, especially through their Connecting Students with Industry Program.
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📰 : Most Dominant HBCU Leader honoree and @DrakeState President Dr. Patricia Sims selected to the American Association of Community Colleges Board. Dr. Sims has been president of the Huntsville's HBCC since 2018. Read more here: lnkd.in/g_VWpdsw
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.@MilesCollege and @DrakeState have partnered to create scholarship opportunities and pathways to earning a bachelor's degree. The institutions' presidents signed an articulation agreement on Tuesday, May 30th at Miles College campus. 📰: hbcucampaignfundnews.wordpre…
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Drake State's Jazz in the Garden is back for its second year with food trucks and live music from Kayoband, Devere Pride, Nina Marie Live, and the Huntsville Drumline!📷📷 Tickets are on sale now for the June 23 event at drakestate.edu/jazz-in-the-g… @ACCS_Education
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CALLING CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS! The @huntsvillealcoc, in partnership with Drake State, is offering a learning opportunity for construction professionals interested in growing their company in the community. The focus: doing business with the @ACCS_Education
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Today in our #MondayMotiveMoment, we are highlighting community events. The HBCU C2 innovation team at @DrakeState hosted an "Everyone Can Code, Everyone Can Create" event with students in their community. #HBCUC2 #Everyonecancode #Everyonecancreate
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Calling high school students! Get introduced to high-tech fields and pursue science and technology careers with our Drake State Elite Training Camps. This free program includes lunch. Priority will go to HS students underrepresented in STEM. APPLY: levi.mayer@drakestate.edu
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Congratulations, Jennifer Martin! We are thrilled to highlight you as one of our 2023 graduates. Look forward to Thursday! #GraduationDay @ACCS_Education
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Congratulations, Nathaniel Drinkard! We are thrilled to highlight you as one of our 2023 graduates. Look forward to Thursday! #GraduationDay @ACCS_Education
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Congratulations, Chacarla Plummer! We are thrilled to highlight you as one of our 2023 graduates. Look forward to Thursday! #GraduationDay @ACCS_Education
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Fantastic job, Health Science students! Your white coats look amazing! As Huntsville grows, so does the need for healthcare workers. Congratulations on successfully finishing your courses. We are excited to see you flourish in your careers! #ReimagineYourFuture
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MUREP Summer Bridge Camp for high school students is back! Receive a $250 stipend and learn about STEM careers in three weeks! You've heard how incredible the camp was last year. Students will receive a free lunch meal each day. forms.gle/RNhaxQeb7QeADfd78
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Congratulations to our exceptional Drake State honors students for their unshakeable commitment to their studies. As we commemorate the first in-person Honors Day event since the pandemic, we remain honored to serve and support our students forever and always. @ACCS_Education
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Congratulations to our Alabama SkillsUSA champions and participants! Our Drake State Blue Eagles brought home 7 Gold, 4 Silver, and 2 Bronze medals. You did it! Special thanks to our faculty and staff for training and preparing our students to be competitive in the workforce.
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Drake State dominated Alabama SkillsUSA! The results are in from the Leadership Conference and Competitions with 7 Gold, 4 Silver, and 2 Bronze winners/teams. These outstanding achievements demonstrate the dedication of our Blue Eagles. Next stop - Atlanta!!!!!!!
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HAPPENING NOW: The 2023 SkillsUSA Awards Ceremony is taking place in Mobile! Let’s cheer on our students and look forward to more fantastic news as they arrive home this evening! @ACCS_Education
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Our students are cruising in style to the SkillsUSA State Competition in Mobile! Safe travels, Drake State! #ReimagineYourFuture
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We are excited that the Drake State Honors Day Convocation will be in person this year! Congratulations, honors students! You’ve earned this celebration.
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