Press Releases
A-B Tech Marks National Apprenticeship Week with New Department and Apprenticeships
November 15, 2021 A-B Tech Community College’s new Department of Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeships is bringing focused energy and creating distinctive apprenticeships as it observes National Apprenticeship Week from November 15-21.
Treasurer Folwell Recognizes NC ABLE Participants in Asheville
October 12, 2021 State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, kicked off National Disability Employment Awareness Month on Friday, Oct. 1, by recognizing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are part of the workforce and help to contribute to the Buncombe County and state economies.
A-B Tech Receives $1.5 million from Appalachian Regional Commission’s POWER Initiative
October 8, 2021 A-B Tech Community College has been awarded $1.5 million by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to equip its advanced manufacturing program to support “Industry 4.0” learning to prepare workers with the necessary skills for living-wage jobs.
Asheville Radio Museum Celebrated 20-Year Anniversary
September 15, 2021 The Asheville Radio Museum, one of Asheville's premier specialty museums, housing a ham and vintage radio collection, celebrated its 20th anniversary during celebrations in September. Asheville Mayor Esther E. Manheimer proclaimed September as Asheville Radio Museum Month within the city.
Workforce Career Fair “Block Party” to Connect the Community with Jobs
September 14, 2021 A Workforce Career Fair "Block Party" will be held Thursday, September 23, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at A-B Tech’s Advanced Manufacturing Center, located at 41 Fernihurst Drive on the A-B Tech Asheville main campus.
A-B Tech Spring 2022 Nursing Program Application Period Opens September 13
September 9, 2021 A-B Tech Community College will begin accepting applications for its Spring 2022 Nursing Programs on Monday, September 13. Potential students must apply for one of 50 available spots by the October 20 deadline, but are encouraged to apply early.
Great Smokies African American Experience Project
August 24, 2021 Presenters Antoine Fletcher, Science Communicator for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Atalaya Dorfield, Research Assistant for the African American Experience Project, will lead the "Great Smokies African American Experience Project" discussion at 7:00 p.m. on September 16 on Zoom.
Student Culinary Team Scores a Silver Medal and Best Appetizer
August 6, 2021 A-B Tech’s Student Culinary Team earned a Silver Medal at the American Culinary Federation National Finals on Aug. 5. This was the 12th trip to the nationals for an A-B Tech team, which is the most of any culinary school in the United States.
Mechatronics Degree Provides Variety of Skills for Advanced Manufacturing
August 6, 2021 Starting this fall at A-B Tech, a Mechatronics Engineering Technology program will prepare graduates for employment in automation, robotics, facility maintenance, and other advanced manufacturing jobs.
A-B Tech Community College Announces Vaccine Incentive Program for Students
August 4, 2021 A-B Tech announced today that fully vaccinated students will receive $150 gift cards for purchases in its college bookstore. The program will be implemented during A-B Tech’s annual New Student Welcome Day on Thursday, August 5, from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.