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Dalton State recognizes alumni excellence
Dalton State College honored three exceptional graduates in its second annual Alumni Association Awards Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 21, recognizing alumni whose achievements and service continue to elevate the region and the state. "At Dalton State,...
Feb 27, 2026, 10:37am EST
Dalton State and DPS expand collaboration to strengthen teacher pipeline
Dalton State College and Dalton Public Schools have expanded their longtime collaboration through a new agreement designed to strengthen the region's teacher pipeline and enhance workforce development across northwest Georgia. The partnership guarante...
Feb 20, 2026, 3:10pm EST
New charter school approved for northwest Georgia
The Dalton Public Schools board is expanding school choice through approval of a new public charter school application for the Learning Academy of Northwest Georgia (Learning Academy), which plans to open in fall 2027. The board approved the applicatio...
Feb 12, 2026, 4:10pm EST
Dalton State brings Mardi Gras to Downtown Dalton with annual homecoming celebration
Dalton State College will bring a burst of Mardi Gras flair to Downtown Dalton during its annual homecoming celebration, returning Friday, Feb. 20, and Saturday, Feb. 21, featuring a lineup of communitywide events. The weekend will also celebrate Roadr...
Feb 12, 2026, 8:52am EST
Dalton State offers free tax preparation services through March 14
Student and alumni volunteers from Dalton State College's Wright School of Business are providing free IRS-certified state and federal tax preparation services to members of the community with low to moderate income. Volunteers will provide services o...
Feb 9, 2026, 5:17pm EST
Bandy Heritage Center continues lecture series in textile and fiber arts
The Bandy Heritage Center for Northwest Georgia will continue its public lecture series that explores Northwest Georgia's rich textile and fiber arts history. The two upcoming spring programs will highlight the region's influential role in the developm...
Feb 5, 2026, 4:45pm EST
Regional Leaders Partner to Strengthen Northwest Georgia's Healthcare Workforce
Dalton State College, Georgia Northwestern Technical College, Murray County Schools, AdventHealth, and Hamilton Medical Center have entered into a new regional partnership designed to strengthen the healthcare workforce pipeline in northwest Georgia. T...
Jan 9, 2026, 2:15pm EST
Dalton State College and Walker County Schools partnership strengthens educator pipeline
Dalton State College and Walker County Schools have strengthened their commitment to building Georgia's educator pipeline through a partnership aimed at preparing future teachers and supporting workforce development across northwest Georgia. As part o...
Jan 7, 2026, 5:11pm EST
Dalton State College celebrates more than 340 graduates at Fall commencement
Dalton State College recognized more than 340 graduates during its Fall Commencement ceremony, marking a 6% increase over the fall 2024 graduating class. The event celebrated students who have completed their degrees and are prepared to contribute to t...
Dec 19, 2025, 9:44am EST
Dalton State College announces leadership appointments in advancement and athletics
Dalton State College is building on proven leadership with the promotion of David Elrod to vice president for institutional advancement and appointment of Ben Rickett as athletic director. Elrod and Rickett serve in key roles on the college's senior le...
Dec 16, 2025, 10:54am EST