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   South Georgia Technical College Horticulture students learn about a variety of topics related to plants and this week they hosted a plant sale and also harvested fresh carrots in preparation for spring vegetable planting.      “My goal is to expose students to as many career opportunities as possible associated with horticulture,” said SGTC Horticulture Instructor Brandon Gross.  “We learn the basics about small scale food production as well as greenhouse management and landscape...

South Georgia Technical College Career Services recently organized a workshop aimed at assisting students in crafting effective resumes. The workshop emphasized the importance of tailoring resumes to job announcements and showcasing relevant skills to demonstrate suitability for the desired positions. Guest speaker Emily Simpson, owner of The Sweet Spot Baking Company, engaged students from various disciplines including Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, and Automotive with valuable insights...

   Jake and Margie Everett are helping “celebrate success” at South Georgia Technical College by providing deserving students with scholarship opportunities. The Everett’s established an endowed scholarship in memory of their daughter Rose Ann Everett.     Jonathan Mobley, a John Deere Ag Technology student from Tennille, GA; and Jenna Curtis, a Welding and Joining Technology student from Warner Robins, GA, were the two individuals selected to receive the Rose Ann Everett...

The South Georgia Technical College Office of Student Affairs continued their “Spring Spectacular” event with activities for students at the college's Crisp County Center. Participants each created a terrarium, took part in an Easter egg hunt, and enjoyed a free lunch prepared by students in the Culinary Arts program. Prior to the egg hunt, Josh Curtin, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs, informed participants that a dozen gold-colored eggs had been hidden alongside the...

The Nail Tech program at South Georgia Technical College recently participated in a rewarding volunteer initiative at Magnolia Manor in Americus. At the invitation of Billie Jo Etheridge, Retirement Center Activities Director, instructor Jessakeetha Maddox and her students had the opportunity to provide nail care services to the residents. Following the event, Ms. Etheridge expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the students' visit and commended them for the positive impact they made on...

The South Georgia Technical College Office of Student Affairs recently hosted a “Spring Spectacular” event for students on the Americus campus. Participants enjoyed an Easter egg hunt along with snacks such as popcorn, cotton candy, and snow cones. The weather was sunny and cool for the event, and dozens of students participated. Before the egg hunt, Assistant Vice President of student affairs Josh Curtin explained that a dozen gold-colored eggs were hidden along with the regular...

Atlanta, GA – South Georgia Technical College’s 2024 Adult Education Instructor Dr. Robbie Edalgo attended the Technical College System of Georgia Dinah Culbreath Wayne EAGLE (Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education) Institute at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia recently.  Dr. Edalgo teaches on the SGTC Crisp County Center campus.    Top Adult Education students and instructors from across the state were present at the event. Patria Brown from the Cobb County...

   The South Georgia Technical College Criminal Justice students enrolled in the Corrections Class took a field trip to the Sumter County Courthouse recently to observe state court calendar call, pleas, and motions.    “This was a wonderful opportunity for students to see the textbooks and classroom teaching come alive,” said SGTC Criminal Justice Instructor Teresa McCook.  “In addition to touring the courthouse, we were able to visit with the Magistrate Court and Probation Court...

Marshallville, GA - South Georgia Technical College Horticulture students participated in a field trip to the American Camellia Society in Marshallville and to the Fort Valley State Aquaponics facility recently with SGTC Horticulture Instructor Brandon Gross.    “This field trip provided students with a great opportunity to see different avenues for career opportunities and expose them to different aspects of the horticulture industry,” said Gross.     The SGTC Horticulture program...

   Three South Georgia Technical College Computer Information Systems and Networking Specialist students earned South Georgia Technical College Foundation academic scholarships recently.  Lathan Leary of Marshallville, Charity Laster and Richard A. Hawkins of Americus were the students recognized by SGTC President Dr. John Watford for their achievements.   Lathan Leary of Marshallville is a 2018 graduate of Macon County High School.  He received the Citizens Bank of Americus scholarship. ...

South Georgia Technical College's Office of Career Services had the privilege of addressing the Empowerment Pathways Youth Build (EPYB) class on April 1st at the Dowdy Building in Cordele. Marisa Wedges, the EPYB Program Director, warmly welcomed Cynthia Carter, Director of Career Services, to the session. Before delving into the intricacies of resume building, Carter emphasized the importance of life skills, engaging the students and their instructor. She underscored how life skills...

   The South Georgia Technical College Foundation awarded Citizens Bank of Americus scholarships to SGTC Accounting students Indira M. Zelaya-Sierra of Americus and LaVivian Gay of Buena Vista recently.  Brenda Boone is the SGTC Accounting Instructor.    Zelaya-Sierra and Gay were selected to receive the Citizens Bank of Americus scholarships based on their exceptional academic performance and work ethics.  They were also recommended for the scholarships by their instructor.    Both...