Lurleen B. Wallace Community College (LBW) Has it all... The SAINTS Family has a STRONG history and a story... LBW Community College was named in memory of Alabama’s first elected female governor, Lurleen Burns Wallace. In late 1967, the State Board of Education authorized the development of a two-year college to be located in Andalusia. Lurleen Wallace was in office only 16 months before her death. Due to her tremendous popularity and positive influence and support for important work to improve mental health facilities, the state’s natural and recreational facilities, and care for the elderly, she was often referred to as a “saintly lady.” A year following the death of Gov. Wallace, LBW opened its doors for the first class of students. Under the leadership of Harolyn Steele, LBW’s first publicity employee, collegiate representatives selected “Saints” as the designation for the student-body.
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On December 1, 2020, Dr. Kelley was appointed President of LBW Community College. He firmly believes, “College is for Everyone.” “It may look different for some, but LBW is here to help our students meet their educational goals no matter their situation.” “Staying close to family and friends was important to me when choosing my path for higher education. The people that I met at LBW made a huge impact on my life and future.” — Dr. Brock Kelley, 2007 A.S. Graduate LBW faculty and staff provide world-class, affordable education and training for our diverse community through dual enrollment, technical training, 2-to-4-year transfer, adult education, and workforce development. The Saints Family consists of high school students, tradi - tional and non-traditional college students, veterans, and incumbent workers. “Here at LBW, we offer something for you. Your decision to join the Saints Family will make a lifelong impact.”
President Dr. Brock Kelley is a product of the Alabama Community College System. A graduate of Opp High School, Dr. Kelley was a member of the Saints Baseball Team before transferring to Troy University. “I know first-hand how the two-year college system can change the lives of students,” he said.
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