Drake State Community & Technical College

Drake State Community & Technical College, located in Huntsville, Alabama. Huntsville State Vocational Technical School was one of these schools. F.

The Beginnings of a Rich History

In 1961, Governor George Wallace founded a group of state, two-year technical institutions to support the technical/vocational career education needs of African Americans. Its original campus covered 30 acres of land deeded by Alabama A & M University to the Alabama Board of Education, and the new college opened its doors in 1962 with 27 students enrolled in four

09/21/2024

Earning full credit in less time is a great deal! Enroll & register for Drake State's Mini-Term 2 at drakestate.edu ! Deadline is October 11, 2024.🔵🦅

Select classes offered:
Intro to Political Science
Mathematical Applications
Principles of Biology I
Anatomy & Physiology I
Orientation to College
Music Appreciation
Fundamentals of Public Speaking/Speech
Human Growth & Development
English Composition I
Microcomputer Applications

Photos from Skills for Success's post 09/20/2024

Drake State is thrilled to partner with Alabama Community College System and Skills for Success to kick off the pilot Flooring Installation class! 🛠️ Our students are already laying the foundation for bright futures, one tile at a time. Wishing them nothing but smooth floors ahead!

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/19/2024

🎉 Congratulations to Doc Rock , Drake State board member, on receiving the Russell G. Brown Executive Leadership Award at the 39th Annual Small Business Awards! 🏆 Your leadership and dedication continue to inspire us all, and we are so proud of the impact you’ve made on our community. Thank you for your commitment to excellence and service. 👏

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/18/2024

Drake State students and employees continued the celebration of Adult Education & Family Literacy today by sporting our Blue outfits, the color of the week 🔵🦅

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/18/2024

Drake State would like to congratulate, Taron Randolph, on being named a 2024 HBCU Scholar! 🔵🦅

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/17/2024

Adult Education & Family Literacy week day 2📖🚌 Thank you Huntsville Madison County Public Library for coming out to help support the cause 🔵🦅

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/16/2024

This week Drake State is participating in celebrating Adult Education & Family Literacy week!! Monday was all about selfies 📸Get ready for tomorrow because the Huntsville Library Book Mobile 🚌 will be on campus at 2! 🔵🦅

09/13/2024

Are you registered to vote? Drake State is hosting a voter registration event on September 17 from 9 am -12 pm. September 17th also happens to be Constitution Day. So make the most of your constitutional rights and REGISTER TO VOTE!🔵🦅🇺🇸

09/12/2024

You are invited to attend an elegant evening honoring Drake State donors and scholarship recipients✨

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/470pbtn

09/10/2024

In today's world, Digital Access is a necessity! Take this quick survey to share your needs related to improved broadband, access to digital tools, and enhanced internet connectivity.

https://www.survio.com/survey/d/digitalaccess

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/09/2024

Drake State had a great time today hosting Oakwood University's mobile market! If you missed it this week, don't worry: they will be back on Sep. 23rd with more healthy treats!

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 09/06/2024

The Drake State and Huntsville CNI Solutions RenueRedi Entrepreneurship boot camps have officially started. It will be a good weekend of learning!🔵🦅

09/05/2024

Today is the last day to apply for our pilot Skills for Success Flooring Installation Technician course! This course is offered at no cost to participants and is designed for professional development & industry newcomers.

This initiative equips participants with essential flooring installation skills and connects them directly with employers, addressing the region's rising demand for skilled flooring technicians.

Apply here: https://innovation.accs.edu/studentsurvey/

Or contact Ira Jones at [email protected] for more information.

This course is brought to you by the Floor Covering Education Foundation and Alabama Community College System Skills for Success .

09/04/2024

Earning full credit in less time is a great deal! Enroll & register for Drake State's Mini-Term 2 at drakestate.edu ! Deadline is October 11, 2024.🔵🦅

09/01/2024

Drake States Campus will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. Normal college hours will resume on Tuesday.

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/30/2024

This is how Drake State celebrates College Colors Day🔵🦅

08/29/2024

Your Mental Health Matters! 🧠🌱 Drake State has partnered with Uwill to provide FREE access to mental health resources for students!

08/27/2024

Drake State with CNI Solutions is hosting 4 FREE Bootcamps through the innovation center RenueRedi!

Click the link to apply: https://drakestate.jotform.com/242345831412147

08/25/2024

📚 Ready to fast-track your education? Enroll in Drake State's Mini-Term 2 and earn full credit in less time! Whether you're looking to catch up or get ahead, our Mini-Term is the perfect way to accelerate your path to success.🔵🦅
Don't miss this opportunity to achieve your goals faster—register now at drakestate.edu

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/24/2024

Drake State's most recent cohort of the business incubator, 💡RenueRedi💡, is off to an amazing start! Students and community members have the opportunity to receive training so they can see their business or business idea grow!🌱

08/23/2024

✨ Join us for an elegant evening at the Celebration of Scholars! Enjoy engaging conversations, delightful drinks, and the warmth of our community as we honor the generous donors of the Drake State Foundation and celebrate the achievements of our scholarship recipients. 🌟

Let’s come together to foster gratitude, inspiration, and continued support. We can’t wait to share this special night with you! 🎓

Tickets available at https://bit.ly/470pbtn

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/22/2024

🚀 Exciting times at Drake State! 🌟 Today on campus we hosted NASA MUREP INCLUDES Colloquium, bringing together brilliant minds from Drake State, Tuskegee University, MTSU, and UAH. Students showcased their groundbreaking summer internship projects in engineering, additive manufacturing, and theoretical exploration. The event was an incredible networking opportunity and featured an insightful panel discussion on the future of lunar habitation. 🚀🌑

08/21/2024

Make sure to stop by campus, next Monday to do some shopping with Oakwood University Mobile Market! Fresh produce will be available and a healthy diet is what fuels those smarticle particles! 🍎🥑🫐🥦

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/20/2024

🎉 What an incredible time we had at the Education Day Parade this past Saturday! Our students, faculty, and staff came together to celebrate and spread the word about the amazing opportunities Drake State offers. It was a day filled with energy, excitement, and a strong sense of community as we connected with high schoolers and rising high school students. We can’t wait to see the next generation of Blue Eagles join our family! 💙

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/19/2024

🍦 Nothing beats the summer heat like an ice cream social! Today, our campus was lively as new and returning students came together to enjoy sweet treats and make new connections. This event was the perfect way to mingle with peers and meet the friendly faces who make our Drake State community so special. Here's to a great semester ahead! Chillzonwheelz

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/16/2024

🚧🔧🏗🛠Construction update!🚧🔧🏗🛠

The Advanced Manufacturing facility is coming along nicely. We cannot wait for the final project so our students can work in a state-of-the-art building and further their education!🔵🦅

Photos from Drake State Community & Technical College's post 08/15/2024

Welcome back, Blue Eagles! 🔵🦅 We’re thrilled to kick off a brand-new semester with all our new and returning students. To make next week even sweeter, don’t forget to join us for these awesome events:

🍦 Ice Cream Social - Cool down and connect with friends
⏱10-12 & 2-4
🍩 Donuts w/ the Deans & Police Chief -Grab a treat & meet the team
⏱10-11
🍿 Popping into Fall - Enjoy popcorn and get into the fall spirit
⏱10-12 & 2-4

All events are FREE, so don’t miss out! We can’t wait to see you there!

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08/14/2024

Graduation means endless possibilities 🔵🦅 TODAY is the last day of regular registration before late fees are applied. Enroll and register so you can get the cap & gown!

Enroll & Register here: https://drakestate.edu/

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Jazz in the Garden 🎶June 21, 2024🎷 Tickets available at drakestate.edu
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Graduation day vibes 🔵🦅🎓😎
Drake State highlights the FAFSA Week of Action! The #FAFSA has been revamped for the first time in 40 years, and this n...
Hey Mae Jemison High School ! Drake State On the Road is coming to you this Friday!! Seniors- get ready to join the Blue...
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Today is the first day of Black History Month! This year for Black History we are celebrating African Americans and the ...
Drake State Frontier Project
National Manufacturing Day
International Moon Day 2023
U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement
The deans were overjoyed celebrating the graduates on their Big Day. #GraduationDay

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3421 Meridian Street N
Huntsville, AL
35811

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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