Jefferson Davis Community College

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Jefferson Davis Community College
Location
Brewton, Alabama
United States
Information
School type Community College
Motto Start here, go anywhere!
Established 1965
President Dr. William Blow
Campus Brewton & Atmore
Color(s) red and blue
Nickname Warhawks
Website

Jefferson Davis Community College is a community college located in Brewton, Alabama. Founded in 1964, the college was named in honor of Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederate States of America.

History[edit]

The college was founded in 1964.

Campuses[edit]

The college has campuses in Brewton and Atmore, Alabama. The Woodfin Patterson Auditorium hosts cultural events. There is also a new One-Stop Student Services Center, a recreational and experiential learning park, and a three- hole practice golf course.

Organization and administration[edit]

The college is part of the Alabama College System. It has a temporary acting president.

Academic profile[edit]

The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.

Student life[edit]

Sport[edit]

The college athletics teams are nicknamed the Warhawks.

Notable people[edit]

For a more comprehensive list, see Category:Jefferson Davis Community College alumni.

John Bale is a baseball pitcher who has played for the Toronto Blue Jays among others.

References[edit]

External links[edit]

Coordinates: 31°06′10″N 87°05′11″W / 31.10273°N 87.08642°W / 31.10273; -87.08642