Press Releases
A-B Tech Reopening Update, October 11, 2024
October 11, 2024 First, I want to thank our community, state, and federal partners for the work you are doing to help our region recover from the impacts of Hurricane Helene.
Statement Announcing A-B Tech Closure Due to Hurricane Helene, October 2, 2024
October 2, 2024 My prayers are with our employees, students, and community. We have experienced a catastrophe unlike any other in WNC. I know you and your families are struggling and hurting, as am I, from the loss we have experienced.
A-B Tech Spring Nursing Program Now Accepting Applicants through October 25
September 12, 2024 Admission to the A-B Tech School of Nursing’s Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) degree program is now open. Prospective students must apply by the October 25 deadline.
A-B Tech partners with App State’s Aspire Appalachian pathway program to benefit transfer students
September 3, 2024 Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) has partnered with Appalachian State University’s Aspire Appalachian program, which provides a streamlined path for students enrolled in community colleges
BLET Graduates Second Spring 2024 Class
August 1, 2024 A-B Tech's BLET program graduated a second Spring 2024 class on July 31. The graduates were honored in a ceremony on the Asheville campus that was attended by families, friends, and local law enforcement agencies.
A-B Tech Recognized by State for Reducing Energy Footprint
July 22, 2024 A-B Tech was one of 13 state agencies, universities, and community colleges recognized for reducing energy use and making progress toward a long-term energy reduction goal set by the state in 2018.
A-B Tech Culinary Team Wins American Culinary Federation 2024 National Championship
July 22, 2024 Asheville, N.C. — A student team from A-B Tech Community College’s renowned Culinary Arts and Hospitality program won the college’s second national championship on July 17 at the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Nationals.
A-B Tech’s Spring 2024 BLET Class Graduates with Honors
June 20, 2024 Asheville, N.C. (WLOS) — A-B Tech’s Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program graduated 16 officers on June 20 who will go on to fill gaps in local law enforcement.
A-B Tech Employees Complete Western Community College Leadership Academy
May 16, 2024 Four A-B Tech Community College employees graduated this spring from the Western Community College Leadership Academy.
A-B Tech 2024 Commencement Ceremony Set for Saturday, May 11 at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville
May 10, 2024 A-B Tech 2024 Commencement Ceremony Set for Saturday, May 11, at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville.