Angelina College was founded September 24, 1966 with construction of the original seven building campus beginning in November 1967. Angelina College opened its doors to students in the fall of 1968. Dr. Jack Hudgins was elected the first president of Angelina College December 12, 1966 by the Board of Trustees. Dr. Hudgins stepped down in 1991 and was succeeded by Dr. Larry Phillips (the current President); however, Hudgins remained on campus as a part-time music instructor. To honor his tenure as President, the fine arts building was renamed Hudgins Hall in 2001.

The mission of Angelina College is to provide quality educational offerings through comprehensive curriculum and services to enable students to develop their intellectual potential, to achieve career proficiency, to attain physical well-being, and to enrich their social, cultural, and civic experiences. For more information go to http://www.angelina.edu/.