Press Releases
Ferguson Endowed Nursing Chair Established at A-B Tech
October 6, 2020 A-B Tech and College Advancement created the Jack and Carolyn Ferguson Endowed Nursing Chair, which is the college’s first-ever endowed chair. The A-B Tech Board of Trustees adopted the resolution during a regular meeting.
A-B Tech’s Cooper Selected for Appalachian Leadership Institute
October 5, 2020 Philip Cooper, UpSkill WNC Coordinator at A-B Tech, was selected for the Appalachian Regional Commission’s Appalachian Leadership Institute for 2020-2021, which is a comprehensive leadership and economic development training opportunity for people who are passionate about helping their communities thrive.
Asheville Tea Company Launches New Packaging, Receives Honors
September 29, 2020 Asheville Tea Company, a member of A-B Tech’s Small Business Incubation program, received an honorable mention in the Made in NC Awards sponsored by Our State Magazine and was a finalist in the 2020 World Tea Best of Awards.
A-B Tech in Need of Nurse Aide Instructors, Student Wait List Continues to Grow
September 28, 2020 Are you a registered nurse who has a passion for teaching? If you're looking for a career change or additional work, A-B Tech has a terrific opportunity.
Project SEARCH Graduation Honors Eight
September 8, 2020 The 2019-2020 Project SEARCH graduates were able to celebrate completion of the program through a drive-through ceremony at the Arc of North Carolina. Families in decorated cars stopped to hear a graduation speech and receive certificates.
Public Safety Administration Program Works to Advance Careers
August 18, 2020 A-B Tech is offering a new Public Safety Administration program this fall to provide leadership training for experienced public safety professionals interested in promotion to management-level positions.
A-B Tech Alum Beats Bobby Flay
August 10, 2020 Reza Setayesh, an A-B Tech alum and former Culinary instructor, was declared the winner on “Beat Bobby Flay,” which aired August 9 on the Food Network. His signature dish was Jian Bing, a Chinese savory crepe that is often a breakfast street food.
Pandemics: Issues and Answers
August 6, 2020 A-B Tech is responding to the COVID-19 crisis by offering a class taught by our own local experts about pandemics and their causes. “Pandemics: Issues and Answers” will address multiple perspectives surrounding COVID-19 and its impacts.
Advanced Manufacturing Center Renovated and Open for Classes
August 6, 2020 Identifying the need to meet employment and skills requirements in the ever-growing manufacturing sector, A-B Tech developed an Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) in 2014, and $1.3 million was appropriated from the Connect NC Bond to fund renovations to A-B Tech’s Maple Building.
Training for Essential Jobs Starts at A-B Tech
August 3, 2020 Essential employees have been trained at A-B Tech for decades. This year has proven how vital they are. Community colleges are helping to keep this country moving during a global pandemic by preparing students for growing careers.