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The South Georgia Technical College Foundation presented Stewart Houston, an outstanding Automotive Technology student with the Phil Jones – Alfred “Foots” Harris Automotive Scholarship recently.    South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford and SGTC Foundation Executive Director Su Ann Bird made the scholarship certificate presentations on behalf of the South Georgia Technical College Foundation in the John M. Pope Center on the college’s Americus campus.  SGTC...

   Millions of students across the country are facing financial strains and health fears as they decide whether or not to return to college this fall.  Times are unpredictable with COVID-19, but students who are worried they can’t afford to take classes should contact South Georgia Technical College now.     “South Georgia Technical College has 24 different programs that qualify for additional financial aid funds that allow students to attend college practically tuition free,” said...

   South Georgia Technical College Industrial Systems Technology Instructor Patrick Owen agreed to serve as a mentor for Macon County High School Instructor Twinkle Mark as part of a summer internship program with the Georgia Institute of Technology through the Georgia Intern Fellowships for Teachers (GIFT) program.     Mark was awarded third place in Georgia in the GIFT summer intern program and expressed her appreciation to South Georgia Technical College and Patrick Owen for mentoring...

   South Georgia Technical College will be hosting face-to-face Fall Semester Registration from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on August 11th, 12th, and 13th on both the Americus and Crisp County Center campuses. Social distancing guidelines will be observed.    Students who register for Fall Semester classes will receive a South Georgia Tech face mask as well as a free t-shirt with the new slogan, “Moving Forward at SGTC,” while supplies last.  Students may bring up to two guests to...

South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Special Services Coordinator Jennifer Robinson recently conducted a series of training sessions for SGTC instructors. As the Special Services Coordinator, Robinson plans, organizes, and coordinates student support programs for special population students within federal, state, and local guidelines. She also assists college personnel with analysis and implementation of best practices for working with students who may need assistance or accommodation...

   South Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and offers career and technical education programs for all regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, age, disability or national origin.  Fall semester starts August 17th and it is not too late to apply.    The two-year residential technical college offers associate of applied science degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs.  Students may obtain associate degrees in accounting,...

    South Georgia Technical College has now placed a total of 25 interactive touchscreen monitor displays in classrooms and meeting areas on its Americus and Crisp County Center campuses to assist students with interactive learning during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.    “We had ordered several of these interactive touchscreen displays for the different instructional areas before the pandemic forced us to physically close our campus Spring Semester,” said South Georgia Technical...

    South Georgia Technical College is offering two Business Technology Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) options that can be taken completely online Fall Semester.  Classes start August 17th and it is not too late to sign up for this great program that might unlock new career opportunities.     Technical Certificates of credit in Accounting are also available but it usually takes at least three semesters.  However, individuals interested in accounting can start with at least two...

    Looking for a career field that will lead to a great career after just one semester?  South Georgia Technical College is offering a Criminal Justice Fundamentals technical certificate of credit (TCC) that can be completed online Fall Semester.  Financial aid is available and SGTC is currently registering for Fall semester.  Classes start August 17th.    SGTC Law Enforcement Academy graduates are also only 10 classes away from obtaining their associate degree.  The only classes needed...

   Eight South Georgia Technical College graduating students from the Caterpillar Think Big Heavy Equipment Diesel Technology program were awarded Adrian “Goose” Johnson tool scholarships in memory of former CAT Thompson Tractor Think Big student Adrian “Goose” Johnson.     The eight students recognized with the 2020 Adrian “Goose” Johnson tool scholarships were:  Lance Garrett, Noa James, Brett Lacy, Colton Rains, Caleb Smith, Quinton Zirlott, Garrett Sanford, and Clay...

Jackson, Miss. -  Former South Georgia Technical College Lady Jets assistant women’s basketball coach and Georgia Southwestern State University standout player, Tomekia Reed, has been offered a four-year contract extension as the head women’s basketball coach at Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi.     “I am extremely thankful and honored that President Thomas Hudson and Vice President and Director of Athletics Ashley Robinson saw fit for me to remain at the helm of the...

    Looking for a great career opportunity!  Now is the perfect time to sign up for a Computer Information or Networking Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit at South Georgia Technical College.  Three different certificates can be obtained completely on-line in one semester and can help you move forward toward a great career!    The three technical certificate of credit one-semester online options include:  Microsoft Word Application Specialist (9 credit hours), Microsoft Excel...