CASC WELCOMES NEW CHEER COACHING DUO TO LEAD VIKING SPIRIT
POTEAU, OK —Carl Albert State College is proud to announce the return of Tara Foos as Head Cheerleading Coach and the addition of Cortney Payne as Assistant Cheer Coach, bringing a dynamic combination of experience, passion, and Viking pride to the program. Coach Foos returns to the helm after previously leading the Vikings cheer program […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE CROSS COUNTRY TEAMS DOMINATE HOME MEET
Poteau, OK — Carl Albert State College’s men’s and women’s cross country teams delivered a powerhouse performance at their home meet on Friday, August 29, earning first-place team finishes on both sides of the competition. The event, hosted on CASC’s challenging home course, showcased the Vikings’ determination and talent, with standout individual performances leading the […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE PARTNERS WITH EASTERN OKLAHOMA MEDICAL CENTER TO OFFER TELEMEDICINE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS
Poteau, OK – August 18, 2025 — Carl Albert State College (CASC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center (EOMC) to expand student wellness offerings through convenient, on-campus telemedicine services. This initiative reflects the college’s continued commitment to fostering a healthy, supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE REPORTS STRONG ENROLLMENT GROWTH FOR FALL 2025
Poteau, OK— Carl Albert State College (CASC) is proud to announce a significant increase in enrollment for the Fall 2025 semester, reflecting the college’s ongoing commitment to accessible, affordable, and high-quality education for students across the region. Preliminary numbers, based on enrollment as of the first day of the semester, show: “These numbers are a […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE GENERATES NEARLY $100 MILLION IN ECONOMIC IMPACT FOR OKLAHOMA
Carl Albert State College (CASC) continues to demonstrate its vital role in driving economic growth and community development across Oklahoma. A recent economic impact analysis revealed that CASC generated $99.97 million in total economic output and supported 986 jobs with $44.11 million in wages during fiscal year 2024. The study, conducted by the Economics Center, […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE AWARDED $2.6 MILLION STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES GRANT
POTEAU, OK- The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Carl Albert State College (CASC) a Student Support Services (SSS) grant totaling $2,620,150 over the next five years. The grant provides $524,030 annually to strengthen support for 285 low-income, first-generation, and disabled college students each year, both in person and online, through offices on the Poteau […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES EXCITING REMODEL OF STUDENT CENTER
Poteau, OK – June 11, 2025 — Carl Albert State College (CASC) is proud to announce the upcoming remodel of its Student Center, a major project that will enhance the student experience and align the facility with the college’s modern campus aesthetic. The remodel is being funded through multiple sources including significant deferred maintenance funding provided by […]
CASC EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH HOSTS LEADERSHIP CAMP FOR LOCAL YOUTH
POTEAU, OK – Carl Albert State College’s Educational Talent Search (ETS) program proudly hosted its annual ETS Leadership Camp on May 28, 2025, welcoming thirty-five middle and high school students for a day of growth, motivation, and leadership development. The event featured guest speaker Nicki Joiner, a dynamic speaker with Top Youth Speakers, who delivered […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE WELCOMES FORMER SENATOR MARK ALLEN AS NEWEST REGENT
Carl Albert State College is proud to announce the appointment of Mark D. Allen as the newest member of its Board of Regents. A lifelong Oklahoman and accomplished public servant, Allen brings decades of leadership experience in business, military service, and state government to his new role with the college. Born and raised in Oklahoma, […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE HONORS CITY OF POTEAU AT REGENTS BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARDS
POTEAU, OKLA. – Carl Albert State College (CASC) proudly recognized the City of Poteau at the recent Regents Business Partnership Excellence Awards reception for its outstanding collaboration and commitment to regional growth and innovation. While partnership has long been a cornerstone of success between CASC and the City of Poteau, the level of collaboration has […]
