Athens State University College of Arts and Sciences

05/29/2026

Auditions are taking place today and tomorrow!
Find more info below.

Auditions are next week! Yay!✨ PLEASE SHARE!

The Alabama Center for the Arts is seeking adventurous, collaborative performers for our upcoming production, Alice by Heart, running July 16-19!
Set in war-torn London, Alice By Heart follows a young woman who escapes into the world of Wonderland as she navigates love, grief, fear, joy, and the power of imagination. Filled with beautiful music, humor, and heart, this is a story about discovering who you are beyond the looking glass.

We strongly encourage performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, body types, abilities, neurotypes, and experience levels to audition. Auditions are open to both students and community members.🏳️‍🌈🦄⚡️🎶Ages 16+

🗓 AUDITIONS
FRIDAY, MAY 29 | 3:00–7:00 PM
SATURDAY, MAY 30 | 12:00–4:00 PM

📍 Alabama Center for the Arts
Decatur, Alabama

CLICK INTO QR CODE TO SIGN UP AND FOR ALL AUDITION REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS

🎵 Prepare:
• A short song in the style of the show (under 2 minutes)
• A 1-minute monologue and please be familiar with sides from the show (provided in audition info)

Self-tapes are welcome for those unable to attend in person. Submit video links to:
[email protected]. Please email with any questions.

♠️♥️ Who are you beyond the looking glass? ♦️♣️

05/29/2026

Exciting news!

Raise your voice and be part of something new!

The ACA is excited to launch University Singers in Fall 2026 under the direction of Dr. Granville Oldham. Students interested in performance, collaboration, and vocal music are encouraged to register now.

Join the ensemble and make your mark through music at Athens State!

05/29/2026

💪 Train. Learn. Evolve.

The Decatur Police Department is offering a Women’s Self Defense course designed to empower women and girls ages 12 and up with practical safety and self defense skills.

📅 May 25–27
⏰ Session 1: 12 PM–3 PM
⏰ Session 2: 4 PM–7 PM

Participants will complete a 9 hour course focused on awareness, confidence, and personal protection.

An optional “Replicating Adverse Dynamics” simulation course will also be available on May 28.

Feel free to share the flyer and help spread the word throughout our community.

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

05/27/2026

🎶 Find Your Voice This Fall at Athens State 🎶

Join University Singers (MU 302), a dynamic university choir experience where students can sing, connect, and belong. This 1 credit elective course offers opportunities to perform in showcases and campus events while building community through music.

Hosted in partnership with the Alabama Center for the Arts, University Singers is more than a class. It’s a place to grow artistically, collaborate with others, and be part of something meaningful.

📍 Fall 2026
🎤 Voice assessment and instructor permission required

Interested?
Contact [email protected]
256.777.9329

05/27/2026

🎶 Find Your Voice This Fall at Athens State

Join University Singers (MU 302), a dynamic university choir experience where students can sing, connect, and belong. This 1 credit elective course offers opportunities to perform in showcases and campus events while building community through music.

Hosted in partnership with the Alabama Center for the Arts, University Singers is more than a class. It’s a place to grow artistically, collaborate with others, and be part of something meaningful.

📍 Fall 2026
🎤 Voice assessment and instructor permission required

Interested?
Contact [email protected]
256.777.9329

05/26/2026

Exciting news!

Big news for Athens State University! 🔐

Athens State University has been recognized as one of the best cybersecurity programs in Alabama by Programs.com, highlighting the university’s role in preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals in a rapidly evolving field.

Alabama is home to major defense contractors, federal research centers, and several NSA-designated Centers of Academic Excellence, positioning the state as a growing cybersecurity hub in the Southeast. With strong investments in innovation and workforce development, institutions like Athens State University are playing a critical role in supporting this momentum.

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Athens State University College of Arts and Sciences

Learn more about the ranking: www.athens.edu/programs-com-ranks-athens-state-among-best-cybersecurity-programs-in-alabama/

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

The College of Arts and Sciences at Athens State University extends our deepest gratitude to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

An exciting day for our community!

05/18/2026

Step into the world of printmaking at the Alabama Center for the Arts.

🎨 Ink Unbound opens in the Main Gallery on Thursday, May 14, featuring work curated by Calhoun Art Instructor Tara Segars.
Join us for a free public reception on Wednesday, July 15 at 5 PM and experience this dynamic exhibition before it closes on Thursday, July 16.

Gallery Hours:
Monday–Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM
Friday | 8 AM–12 PM