George C. Wallace Community College—Dothan, a comprehensive community college, inspires and facilitates learning to prepare its constituents for current and emerging opportunities and to promote economic and social development in the communities it serves.
George C. Wallace Community College will be a leading community college, nationally recognized for excellence and innovation in education and student success. The College will be the primary choice of citizens preparing for the job market, seeking an associate or advanced degree, and/or pursuing career advancement or personal development. College partnerships with area schools, business and industry, and governmental agencies will contribute to an educational system that enhances economic development and quality of life in the region.
George C. Wallace Community College respects the uniqueness of its student body and recognizes the worth and potential of each student. Therefore, the College affirms the following values:
Belief in providing quality, accessible instruction, resources, and support services to enhance the growth and development of students.
Belief in the importance of providing a work and learning environment characterized by integrity, clear communications, open exchange of ideas, involvement in decision making, and respect for all individuals.
Belief in enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life for all citizens of the community.
Belief in unifying the community and respecting the uniqueness of all individuals within the community.
Belief in the pursuit of excellence in all College programs and services.
The College fulfills its mission through a clearly defined set of programs and services that includes the following:
The College offers credit courses leading to associate degrees and certificates in career/technical fields and transfer majors.
The College provides professional and personal development opportunities for individuals, agencies, and business and industry.
The College provides workforce training for new and expanding industries and assists in recruiting business and industry to the region.
The College offers programs and services to enrolled and prospective students to enhance their opportunities for success and their potential for personal, educational, and professional growth.
The College provides recruitment, evaluation, counseling, and instructional programs and services that increase access and opportunities for success for students not traditionally served by higher education.