Bevill State’s Trent Credille honored

HAMILTON - Bevill State Community College-Hamilton student Trent Credille was recently selected for the 2025 All-Alabama Academic Team, along with BSCC Fayette student Simon Smith.
The duo were honored for their accomplishment during the annual All-Alabama Community College Academic Team Recognition Ceremony held on Friday, April 11, in Birmingham.
Credille has a GPA of 4.0 and is an air conditioning and refrigeration student. He will graduate with an associate degree in HVAC.
He plans to transfer to the University of Alabama to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering. His long-term goal is to attend MIT for a master’s degree, continuing his path toward an innovative career in engineering.
 Smith is a nursing student from Millport with a GPA of 3.8, who is planning to attend medical school.
BSCC President Dr. Joel Hagood noted of both students, “Trent Credille and Simon Smith have demonstrated exceptional commitment to both their academic pursuits and their communities.
“Being named to the All-Alabama Academic Team is a significant honor that reflects not only their hard work in the classroom, but also their leadership and service beyond it. This recognition is well-earned and speaks to their strong character and dedication.”
Officials note All-Alabama Academic Team members are recognized for their distinguished academic achievements and leadership accomplishments. These students understand the responsibilities of being a scholar, alongside their role in community service.
All-Alabama Academic Team students are nominated by their respective colleges and must possess a minimum grade point average of 3.25, be involved in campus activities and have completed a minimum of 12 semester hours at the institution.
 Regarding BSCC, the college is a public, two-year, "open door" institution, committed to providing comprehensive education and educational support services for people in West Central Alabama and beyond.
Bevill State is a member of the Alabama Community College System. Bevill State's four main campuses, and one instructional site, offer university parallel and applied technology educational opportunities to over one-quarter million people in a seven-county area. This service area spans over 4,600 square miles, from the Birmingham city limits to the Mississippi state line.
For more information contact Tana Collins-Allred at 800-648-3271 ext. 5742 or by email at tana.collins@bscc.edu. Please visit their website at bscc.edu.