Press Releases
Discovering Carl Sandburg: The Eclectic Life of an American Icon
September 13, 2022 A-B Tech instructor Dr. John W. Quinley will present a lecture on Carl Sandburg on Monday, October 3, at 12:30 p.m. in Ferguson Auditorium on the Asheville campus. The event is free and open to the public.
Biological Wastewater Operator Class, Combined Grades I & II
August 9, 2022 Water pollution control facilities collect and treat contaminated water to prevent large-scale pollution from destroying our rivers, streams, lakes, and oceans. There are numerous employment opportunities in this challenging and rewarding field.
A-B Tech Receives Funds for Year Two of Second Chance Pell
August 3, 2022 A-B Tech was notified by the U.S. Department of Education of continued funding for the Second Chance Pell Experimental Sites program. A-B Tech was awarded up to $175,896 to support students in these programs.
Student Culinary Team Earns Bronze at National Competition
August 3, 2022 A-B Tech Instructor Chef Chris Bugher, CEC, who also serves as a team coach, was overwhelmed to receive the President's Medallion.
Introduction to Machining Certificate Program for English Language Learners
July 29, 2022 A-B Tech has a pre-apprenticeship program to introduce English language learners to the fundamentals of machining and manufacturing, with classes starting in August.
A-B Tech Culinary Team Set to Compete for Second National Title
July 19, 2022 A-B Tech’s student culinary team will pack up and leave soon for a national competition set for July 25-28 in Las Vegas. As part of the American Culinary Federation’s National Convention, the team will compete for a record 13th time.
A-B Tech Ophthalmic Assistant Program Announces Information Session for Fall Classes
July 14, 2022 Asheville, N.C. — A-B Tech's Ophthalmic Assistant Program will hold an Information Session for fall admission on Wednesday, July 20, at 2:00 p.m. in the Ferguson Allied Health and Workforce Development Building, Room 449, on the Asheville campus. Classes begin September 6.
A-B Tech Prepares for Fall 2022 Semester, Announces “Free Tuition” Scholarship and Find Your Future College Expo on July 21
July 12, 2022 A-B Tech Community College announced the continuation of its Trailblazer Promise scholarship to cover tuition and fees for students who enroll this fall.
Biltmore Supports A-B Tech Culinary Through Sponsorships and Scholarships
July 6, 2022 In partnership with A-B Tech, Biltmore will award four Training Scholarships to students of the college’s renowned Culinary Arts or Baking & Pastry Arts programs. Students will "learn and earn" through an individualized training program supported by the scholarship.
Nursing Program at A-B Tech Achieves National Accreditation
June 22, 2022 A-B Tech’s Nursing Program is the first associate degree program to receive national accreditation by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation.