NWSCC signs 23 students in 2025-2026 FAME class

MUSCLE SHOALS — Northwest Shoals Community College (NWSCC) hosted a Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Signing Day last Thursday (6/12) in the Patriot Center (gym) on the Shoals Campus as 23 students were sponsored by 11 local companies.

The FAME Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) program at NWSCC is a pathway to a challenging and well-paying career as a multi-skilled technician. Students will attend classes two full days per week (16-20 hours per week) while working three full days a week (24+ contact hours) with a sponsoring company. The program includes cutting-edge curriculum in Electricity, Robotics, Fluid Power, Mechanics, Welding, Machining, and Industrial Troubleshooting.

“It is so exciting to see our students thrive in the FAME program with our industry partners,” said NWSCC Dean of Workforce Development Dr. Leslie Tomlinson. “The partnership we have formed with all 25 companies through the FAME program will benefit our students, their companies, and our community. We are continuing to have a 100 percent job placement with all our FAME graduates.” The NWSCC FAME program currently has 47 students in the program.

Each student participated in selection interviews and was matched with a sponsoring company. Students were then notified and began the pre-employment process with each of the respective companies. The 2025-2026 FAME class are currently working with their sponsoring companies and will begin fall semester classes on August 20.

The 2025-2026 FAME Program signees were: