CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES 2026 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
POTEAU, OK — Carl Albert State College (CASC) will celebrate the achievements of its graduates during its 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 9, in the Hamilton Auditorium on the CASC Poteau campus. To accommodate graduates and their families, two ceremonies will be held: Graduates are required to attend the ceremony designated for their specific […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE CELEBRATES NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING MONTH
Every March, the world celebrates National Athletic Training Month. At Carl Albert State College, we have two exceptional women who manage our athletic training room. They ensure our athletes stay healthy to play their sports and attend every home game, and post-season events to ensure safety. Chelsie Barnes, MS, LAT, ATC, Director of Sports Medicine, […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE WRESTLING TEAMS COMPETE AT NJCAA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
POTEAU, OK- Carl Albert State College’s men’s and women’s wrestling teams represented the Vikings with determination and strong performances at the NJCAA National Championships this past weekend. The wrestling teams traveled to Council Bluffs, Iowa, with ten national qualifiers competing against some of the top talent in the country. The Vikings finished 20th overall out […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE STUDENTS VISIT JUDGE PARKER’S COURTROOM FOR HANDS-ON LEARNING EXPERIENCE
POTEAU, OK — Eleven students from Carl Albert State College, along with two faculty members, recently participated in an educational field trip to Judge Parker’s Courtroom in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The visit, held Tuesday, February 3, was organized through the Oklahoma Aspiring Educators Association (OAEA) and the CASC History Club. The trip provided students with […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE MEN’S WRESTLING QUALIFIES FULL LINEUP FOR NATIONALS IN NOTEWORTHY PERFORMANCE
The Carl Albert State College Men’s Wrestling team delivered a historic performance on February 14, 2026, at the South Central District Regional Tournament in Pratt, Kansas — earning a milestone achievement for the Viking program. Competing for qualification to the NJCAA Wrestling National Championships, the Vikings qualified 10 out of 10 wrestlers for nationals, marking […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES FALL 2025 PRESIDENT’S AND VICE-PRESIDENT’S HONOR ROLLS
Poteau, OK – Carl Albert State College (CASC) is excited to announce the students named to the President’s and Vice-President’s Honor Rolls for the Fall 2025 semester. This prestigious recognition is awarded to students who have achieved the highest academic honors, demonstrating exceptional dedication and excellence in their coursework. To qualify for the President’s Honor […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE TO HOST ACEN ACCREDITATION VISIT FOR NURSING PROGRAM
Carl Albert State College (CASC) will host an on-site accreditation visit for its Nursing Program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) on February 3–5, 2026. The accreditation visit is part of ACEN’s ongoing process to ensure nursing programs meet established standards of educational quality and student outcomes. During the visit, ACEN peer evaluators will review program […]
HIGHER EDUCATION CHANCELLOR PRESENTS PLAN TO MEET OKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCE NEEDS
Increasing degree completion to strengthen Oklahoma’s workforce pipeline in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), education, and healthcare fields continues to be the state system of higher education’s top priority. That was the message delivered by Chancellor Sean Burrage as he presented the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s 2026 legislative agenda and FY27 budget […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE ANNOUNCES GENEROUS GIFT FROM PHILANTHROPIST MACKENZIE SCOTT
Carl Albert State College (CASC) is honored to announce a generous gift of $23 million from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to the institution, marking a significant investment in the future of its students and the communities it serves. This contribution reflects the donor’s deep belief in CASC’s mission of providing accessible, high-quality education and strengthening the […]
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE STUDENTS MEET WITH U.S. SENATOR JAMES LANKFORD ON ELECTION DAY
Poteau, OK — On Tuesday, November 4—Election Day across the nation—thirty-one Carl Albert State College American Government students had the unique opportunity to meet virtually with U.S. Senator James Lankford. The Webex session took place during their regular class period and offered students a firsthand look at the legislative process, public service, and national leadership. […]
