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MarKayla Henderson of Cordele recently graduated with honors from both Crisp County High School and South Georgia Technical College (SGTC). Through the Dual Enrollment Program, Henderson was able to complete the requirements for an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from SGTC while still attending high school. Though she initially intended to become a teacher, Henderson’s experience with dual enrollment led to a new career choice. “My college professors made it so exciting and...

     Kolby Smith of Vienna, a member of the 2020 graduating class of Crisp County High School, was nominated and selected to receive the Crisp County High School Class of 1965 scholarship at South Georgia Technical College. The scholarship can be utilized for tuition, books, supplies, on-campus housing, and educational tools while he continues his education at South Georgia Tech.      Alumni of the Crisp County High School Class of 1965 set up the scholarship at South Georgia Technical...

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   Wally Summers and the term “Economic Development” have been synonymous or almost interchangeable to business and industry leaders in the South Georgia Technical College service area for past 50 years.  Today, Wallace M. Summers is announcing his retirement as Vice President of Economic Development from South Georgia Technical College, effective June 30, 2020.    Summers has dedicated his professional career to helping others find their paths in life by giving them opportunities,...

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     South Georgia Technical College applied for and has received $935,054 in CARES Act federal funding for eligible students attending Spring Semester 2020 whose education was impacted by the COVID-19 virus.  The college began disbursing funds this week.  These funds will be distributed to 923 different students.     Eligible students do not have to apply for the grant funding.  To be eligible, students must have been impacted by COVID-19 according to the Department of Education Federal...

   It is not too late to make your summer count by enrolling in South Georgia Technical College’s (SGTC) online eight-week summer semester.  Classes begin May 27th, but the college is still accepting applications.  This is a great way to make your summer count!  The on-line application fee and placement test requirements have been waived for admission during the Coronavirus outbreak.  SGTC also provides the use of textbooks at no cost to students.     Over 450 classes are being...

Due to the ongoing concerns over Covid-19, South Georgia Technical College has postponed its second annual car show. Originally scheduled for Father’s Day weekend, the event will be rescheduled for a later date. More details will be released as plans are confirmed and a new date for the event is determined. South Georgia Technical College offers over 200 degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs with campuses in Americus and Cordele. For more information or to...

   South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) is currently registering students remotely for the online eight-week summer semester which begins May 27th.  This is a great way to make your summer count!  The on-line application fee and placement test requirements have been waived for admission during the Coronavirus outbreak.  SGTC also provides the use of textbooks at no cost to students.     Over 450 classes will be offered in an on-line or distance learning option for the eight-week...

   COVID-19 disrupted plans for South Georgia Technical College’s time-honored commencement ceremony.  Despite these challenges, the college committed to celebrating the accomplishments, successes, and resiliency of the Spring Class of 2020 virtually, said South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford.  The video link to the SGTC Virtual graduation ceremony is: https://youtu.be/ZW3GwURRCto. Approximately 170 individuals were recognized at the South Georgia Technical...

   South Georgia Technical College will begin opening the campus to employees beginning May 18th as faculty and staff transition from working remotely to returning to their offices on campus in Americus and Cordele.  The campus will remain closed to the public and to students.   “As South Georgia Technical College employees prepare to return to work, it is critical that we continue to place the highest priority on health and safety,” stated President Dr. John Watford. “Employees who...

South Georgia Technical College employees begin returning to campus to work May 18th.