Mar 04, 2024
Today President Annette Funderburk welcomed new students for from Red Eagle Community Work Center to their first day of class. This

Ingram State Welcomes Red Eagle Students at Main Campus

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Jan 18, 2024
Today, during quarterly training, Ingram State had the opportunity to present the inaugural Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship program. The program is

J.F. Ingram State Technical College is a proud nominee of the AlabamaWorks Region 5 Best Work-Based Learning initiatives

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Dec 18, 2023
On Friday, December 8 the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) heard a personal testimony from Ingram State Technical College

Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE): Personal testimony from ISTC Alumni Ramsey Bendolph

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Dec 13, 2023
On Tuesday, J.F. Ingram State Technical College celebrated 15 women who completed the Prison Entrepreneur Program (PrEP) from Montgomery Women’s

Ingram State Celebrates 15 PrEP Graduates

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Dec 12, 2023
J.F. Ingram State Technical College has been busy over the last few weeks recruiting new students across the state. During

College Day

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Nov 29, 2023
On Tuesday, J.F. Ingram State Technical College hosted Alabama Representative Terri Collins and Vice Chancellor David Walters for a tour

ISTC hosts Alabama Representative Terri Collins and Vice Chancellor David Walters

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Nov 03, 2023
21 students who have successfully completed the CDL programOn Friday, Ingram State Technical College celebrated 21 students who have successfully

21 students who have successfully completed the CDL program

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Nov 02, 2023
Twenty-six teams of golfers gathered at Arrowhead Golf Course in October for the 7th annual ISTC Foundation Golf Tournament. The Maufacture

7th annual ISTC Foundation Golf Tournament

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Nov 02, 2023
During the Ingram State Institutional Advisory Board meeting, Representative Troy Stubbs provided President Annette Funderburk with a grant check for

Ingram State Institutional Advisory Board Meeting

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Sep 29, 2023
During the Ingram State Technical College Foundation Board meeting today, members had the opportunity to welcome Senator Clyde Chambliss as

J.F. Ingram State Technical College Welcome Senator Clyde Chambliss

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Sep 29, 2023
J.F. Ingram State Technical College received over 4,000 library books from Snead State Community College in September! Snead State baseball,

J.F. Ingram State Technical College received over 4,000 library books from Snead State Community College in September

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Apr 12, 2023
ELMORE, Ala. – United States Representative Barry Moore visited J.F. Ingram State Technical College (ISTC) on Tuesday to discuss correctional

Ingram State Hosts United States Congressman Barry Moore

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Mar 10, 2023
State leaders and lawmakers gathered at J.F. Ingram State Technical College (ISTC) to discuss correctional education opportunities available for justice-involved

Alabama Leaders Tour Ingram State Technical College

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Feb 15, 2023
Students and alumni of colleges within the Alabama Community College System add $6.6 billion to Alabama’s economy, supporting one out

ISTC Economic Impact Study

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Oct 13, 2022
The Ingram State Technical College Foundation welcomed old friends and new acquaintances to the sixth annual golf tournament Monday, October

Golfers Gather for Sixth Annual Foundation Tournament

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Jul 21, 2022
J. F. Ingram State Technical College (ISTC) to Host Council on Occupational Education Reaffirmation Visit Sept. 19-22 J. F. Ingram

J. F. Ingram State Technical College to Host Council on Occupational Education Reaffirmation Visit September 19-22

Jul 11, 2022
Ingram students took a break from summer classes on Friday, July 1 for a college-wide cookout sponsored by the ISTC

Foundation Helps Students Celebrate Summer

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Jun 17, 2022
J. F. Ingram State Technical College hosted its first commencement ceremonies in two years this May, celebrating 214 students who

Ingram State Holds First Commencement Ceremony Since COVID-19 Pandemic

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May 05, 2022
J. F. Ingram State Technical College is offering students a unique training opportunity with the addition of its first apprenticeship

Ingram State and Four Star Freightliner Partner to Offer Apprenticeship 

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Apr 28, 2022
J. F. Ingram State Technical College students Dillon Lee and James Wells, III have been named to the 2022 All-Alabama

Lee and Wells Named to 2022 All-Alabama Academic Team

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Apr 09, 2022
After a COVID-induced delay of nearly two years, the Ingram State Technical College Foundation hosted its third annual fundraising event,

ISTC Foundation Event Provides Opportunities for Students

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Feb 23, 2022
J. F. Ingram State Technical College Dean of Instruction Dr. William “Butch” Young has been named to the 2022-23 cohort

Young Selected for Vera Institute Program

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Nov 05, 2021
Transportation is big business in Alabama with employers seeking qualified candidates for jobs in every facet of the supply chain

Ingram State Commercial Truck Driving Program Meets Industry Need

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Oct 02, 2021
As legislators Friday, October 1, 2021 in a special session to consider the state’s prisons, representatives of the Alabama Bureau

Parole Board Member Tours ISTC Campus

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Sep 13, 2021
Senate Pro Tem Greg Reed (R-Jasper) and Senator Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) toured Ingram State Technical College campus recently to gather

Senators Reed and Chambliss Tour ISTC Main Campus

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Sep 08, 2021
ISTC graduates preparing to enter the workforce will have tools and equipment needed for success thanks to a grant from

Central Alabama Community Foundation Supports ISTC “Education to Employment” Initiative

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Sep 08, 2021
ISTC adult education instructor Frank Clem has been named “Region 8 Teacher of the Year” by the Correctional Education Association.

Frank Clem Named Correctional Education Association “Teacher of the Year”

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Jul 12, 2021

ISTC Students Celebrate 4th

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Jun 12, 2021
J. F. Ingram State Technical College President Annette Funderburk has been selected by Alabama Community College System Chancellor Jimmy Baker

ISTC President Annette Funderburk Appointed to Alabama Commission on Reentry

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Jun 04, 2021
As J. F. Ingram State Technical College students complete the return to classrooms and labs, industry certification training is underway

OSHA 10 Industry Certification Training Underway

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Apr 27, 2021
Ingram graduate Johnny D. Edwards was one of 47 Alabama Community College System students named to the 2021 All Alabama

ISTC Graduate Johnny Edwards Named to All Alabama Academic Team

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Apr 08, 2021
J. F. Ingram State Technical College Automotive Mechanics instructor Shawn Moore spent time recently “shadowing” Rick Trammell, Senior Service Consultant

Instructor “Shadows” Industry Pro in Preparation for New Program

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Feb 12, 2021
J. F. Ingram State and Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin are partnering to bring adult education/GED preparation and testing services

Partnership Brings Adult Ed/GED Prep Inside Elmore County Jail

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Jan 06, 2021
While serving a 20-year sentence, Ramsey Bendolph, Jr. enrolled in J.F. Ingram Technical College’s barbering program and received his license.

ISTC Student Success Story: Ramsey Bendolph

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Nov 18, 2020
Dr. Julliana Probst, Associate Dean of Instruction at J. F. Ingram State Technical College, has been selected to participate in

Associate Dean Julliana Probst Selected for ACTE 2021 Fellowship Program

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Nov 05, 2020
Over 100 prospective students gathered near the fences at Staton and Elmore correctional facilities today to participate in J. F.

ISTC Hosts Spring 2021 Recruitment Day

Nov 03, 2020
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) has provided J. F. Ingram State Technical College with a variety

ADECA Includes ISTC in PPE Distribution

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Oct 23, 2020
Twenty-six teams of golfers gathered at Arrowhead Golf Course in October for the 4th annual ISTC Foundation Golf Tournament. The

Annual Foundation Golf Tournament Draws 100 Players

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Oct 13, 2020
On September 15, 2020 Representative Charlotte Meadows (R-74) recognized J. F. Ingram State Technical College with a $6,250 Community Service

ISTC Receives Community Service Grant from Rep. Charlotte Meadows

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Oct 02, 2020
J. F. Ingram State Technical College president Annette Funderburk announced today that Senator Will Barfoot (R-25) has awarded Ingram State

ISTC to Purchase Equipment with Barfoot Community Service Grant

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Sep 23, 2020
Governor Kay Ivey has announced establishment of the Alabama Prison Repurposing Commission to conduct a thorough evaluation of the Alabama

Gov. Ivey Announces Creation of Alabama Prison Repurposing Commission

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Sep 22, 2020
At J. F. Ingram State Technical College, promoting student success takes many forms. Career technical education, individualized or group tutoring

ISTC Celebrates Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

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Sep 15, 2020
J. F. Ingram State Technical College has received a $419,000 federal grant to facilitate student success. The grant was awarded

J. F. Ingram State Technical College Receives Federal Student Support Grant

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Sep 04, 2020
On Thursday, September 3, 2020 Representative Mike Holmes (R-31) presented J. F. Ingram State Technical College president Annette Funderburk with

Rep. Mike Holmes Makes Donation to Help Fund Equipment Purchase at ISTC

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Aug 27, 2020
Following months of research and discussion, J. F. Ingram State Technical College has released it’s 2021-2024 strategic plan. “At their

ISTC Releases 2021-2024 Strategic Plan

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Aug 25, 2020
J. F. Ingram State Technical College students will begin their own version of distance learning this week as the Fall

ISTC Begins Phased-In Delivery of Services to Students

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Aug 12, 2020
On August 4, 2020 the Central Alabama Community Foundation once again showed their support for ISTC graduates. “We are honored

ISTC Receives Third Central Alabama Community Foundation Award

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Aug 11, 2020
Students enrolled in electrical technology at J. F. Ingram State Technical College can list yet another credential on their résumes

J. F. Ingram State Technical College Adds Certified Production Technician Training

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Jun 19, 2020
When discussions turn to “high demand” jobs in Alabama, people rarely mention upholsterers. ISTC upholstery instructor, Sandy Caylor, has a

Upholstery Instructor Encourages Entrepreneurship

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Jun 11, 2020
For students enrolled at J. F. Ingram State Technical College, taking an introductory computer course means spending time with Keith

Computer Instructor Helps Students Learn Essential Skills

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Jun 03, 2020
In 2020, Alabamians have a tremendous opportunity to positively affect our state’s future for the next 10 years and beyond.

2020 Census Impacts Alabama’s Future

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May 11, 2020
Governor Kay Ivey’s 2018 “Success Plus” initiative, designed to add half a million highly skilled employees to Alabama’s workforce by

Foundation Grant Provides Funds for Industry Certifications

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May 06, 2020
On Tuesday, May 5 J. F. Ingram State Technical College faculty and staff displayed posters and shared words of encouragement

J. F. Ingram State Technical College Connects with Students During Pandemic

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Apr 24, 2020
When ISTC student Darius Strickland attended a job fair on the college’s main campus in fall 2019 he had no

ISTC Carpentry Graduate Joins Huntsville Construction Firm

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Apr 23, 2020
Connecting graduates and employers is an essential part of the service provided by the job placement team at J. F.

New Job Placement Resource Links Graduates and Employers

Feb 05, 2020
J. F. Ingram State Technical College welding students are known throughout Alabama’s River Region for creating custom made barbeque grills.

Phi Theta Kappa Students Complete Community Service Project

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Jan 14, 2020
J. F. Ingram State Technical College recently hosted two distinguished visitors. Student ambassadors shared information about career technical program offerings

Alabama leaders visit ISTC campuses

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Dec 19, 2019
The J. F. Ingram State Technical College Foundation celebrated the holidays with breakfast for over 1,200 ISTC students at six

The ISTC Foundation Recognizes Over 1,200 Students with Holiday Meal

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Dec 18, 2019
Photo: (From left) Alabama Community College representatives LaShanda Hails and Gary Weaver joined ISTC president Annette Funderburk, and Forest Workforce

J. F. Ingram State Technical College Commercial Truck Driving Program Draws Early Interest

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Nov 18, 2019
Deatsville – Employers from across the state were on the main campus of J. F. Ingram State Technical College Thursday,

Resource Fair Links Employers and Graduates

Nov 05, 2019
On November 4, Alabama Community College System Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker announced that education and job placement services at L.I.F.E.

Ingram to Deliver Education Services at L.I.F.E. Tech Transition Center

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Nov 01, 2019
Senator Cam Ward (District 14), chairman of The J. F. Ingram State Technical College Foundation board, recently joined fellow board

Foundation Board Members Contribute Discretionary Funds

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Nov 01, 2019
On a Monday morning in October, 24 teams of golfers gathered at Arrowhead County Club for the third annual J.

Golfers Convene at Arrowhead to Raise Funds for Graduates

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Nov 01, 2019
For a second year, the Central Alabama Community Foundation has awarded grant funds to support graduates of J. F. Ingram

Central Alabama Community Foundation Continues Support

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Jun 07, 2019
Friday evening, May 31, nearly 200 friends of The J. F. Ingram State Technical College Foundation gathered for an evening

Friends of the Foundation Gather to Support Graduates

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Jun 05, 2019
Opinion | Making correctional education work for Alabama Author: Annette Funderburk Published: May 31, 2019 Source: Alabama Political Reporter The

Funderburk Pens Op Ed for Alabama Political Reporter

Jun 05, 2019
In mid-May ISTC Cosmetology graduate Elizabeth Nunez contacted instructor Anne Gantt with exciting news – she had just passed the

ISTC Cosmetology Student Passes State Board Exams, Earns License

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May 21, 2019
J. F. Ingram State Technical College recognized the accomplishments of 155 graduates at commencement ceremonies on May 14 and 16,

ISTC Graduates Prepare to Leave Prison, Enter the Workforce

Apr 19, 2019
J. F. Ingram State Technical College president Annette Funderburk, plumbing instructor John Thompson, and Alabama Department of Corrections Commissioner Jefferson

Funderburk, Thompson participate in Second Chance Pell activities

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Apr 17, 2019
The sixth annual ISTC Oratorical and Visual Arts Contest was held at J. F. Ingram State Technical College throughout the

“A Minor Setback for A Major Comeback” theme of 2019 ISTC Oratorical and Visual Arts Competition

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Apr 17, 2019
Thirty-four J. F. Ingram State Technical College students were recently inducted into the Beta Psi Gamma chapter of Phi Theta

ISTC Students Participate in Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony

Dec 07, 2018
The City of Montgomery Fleet Management Department is responsible for keeping over 1,400 vehicles on the road. From police cruisers

Diesel Mechanics graduate keeps City of Montgomery fleet rolling

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Dec 06, 2018
In December, students in Eddie Lucas’ carpentry program completed a unique “live work” project – replicating a set of antique

Carpentry students build skills with church pew restoration project

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Nov 29, 2018
Sixteen J. F. Ingram State Technical College students representing six career technical programs are charter members of the ISTC chapter

ISTC chapter of National Technical Honor Society recognizes charter members

Nov 01, 2018
For a second year, friends of The ISTC Foundation gathered at the Prattville Country Club golf course to raise funds

Annual Golf Tournament Aids Graduates

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Jun 01, 2018
A “Fireflies and Magnolias” theme complete with twinkling lights and a country porch for rocking welcomed donors when The ISTC

Fireflies and Magnolias Dinner Fundraiser Features Country Entertainers Marlow, White

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