Gunsmithing is a specialized field that involves repairing, modifying, refinishing, and constructing firearms. This craft demands a high level of skill, combining the expertise of a machinist, woodworker, and engineer. At Gaston College, the gunsmithing program offers students an opportunity to develop valuable skills in local gun shops. Matthew Bowen, the program’s instructor, brings experience […]
Gaston College is starting a new holiday tradition this year: a Stuff-A-Bus Toy Drive for Toys for Tots. The College invites the community to join it in collecting new and unwrapped toys for kids ages 0-12. The College will collect toys from Dec. 2-5 at the following locations: Monday, Dec. 2, and Tuesday, Dec. 3 […]
At Gaston College, we’re always looking for ways to make a positive impact on our community. Recently, a simple idea from one of our instructors has blossomed into a heartwarming success story that has done just that. It all started with an email. Andrea Gill, one of our dedicated instructors, wanted to spread the word […]
Gaston College recently received state approval on a $60 million Health Science Education and Simulation Center facility geared towards providing training opportunities for new and existing healthcare personnel. This marks North Carolina’s largest community college budget allocation this year and the largest in Gaston’s history. “This will be the only regional facility open to industry […]
David Corley started taking online classes at Gaston College while he was still in high school, and, at 19 years old, he is now halfway to earning his associate degree in Information Technology, with a focus on Cyber Security. The courses he is taking will prepare him to acquire multiple professional certifications, such as CompTIA […]
CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency recently signed an agreement with the Gaston College Foundation to fund annual scholarships for second-year students in the Gaston College Veterinary Medical Technology program. CARE, the Charlotte region’s advanced medical center for pets, is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility that offers 24/7 emergency care and board-certified specialty care. The […]
Thomas A. Stith, president of the North Carolina Community College System, visited Gaston College’s Dallas Campus on Tuesday, June 29, and met with Dr. John Hauser, president of Gaston College, as well as members of the Board of Trustees. Stith, who became NCCCS president in January 2021, is visiting each of the “Great 58” North […]
Gaston College will host a spring virtual open house for prospective students and their families to learn more about the outstanding programs, resources, and services available at the College. The virtual open house will be interactive and similar to what students would expect to experience at an in-person event. Attendees will need a computer, tablet […]
Gaston College and Belmont Abbey College officially joined forces to help our local students achieve their goal of a Bachelor’s degree. In a signing ceremony held on Tuesday, Feb. 9 on the Gaston College Dallas Campus, both college presidents signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding outlining a new relationship that will enable Gaston College graduates […]
The Basic Law Enforcement Training program at Gaston College equips students with essential skills for beginning a career as an officer at the state, county, and municipal level. Some of the program’s students, however, choose to enter law enforcement after having established other careers. One such student is Samuel Lee Dunlap, Jr. Dunlap, who enrolled […]
