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Kendall Phillips of Ellaville was recently recognized as the South Georgia Technical College Student of Excellence for April. Phillips studies Automotive Technology and was nominated by instructor Brandon Dean. “Kendall exemplifies all the qualities of a Student of Excellence,” Dean said. “I’m proud to nominate her for this award.” Phillips was stunned to receive the honor. “I really didn’t expect to be up here. Thanks to my instructors for believing in me more...

South Georgia Technical College hosted a “Student Appreciation Day” event on the Odom Center Front Lawn on the Americus campus recently and it was a big hit! The SGTC Crisp County Center celebrated Student Appreciation Day earlier this year. Hundreds of students took part in the special event that lasted from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and featured a free lunch, t-shirts, popcorn, pickles, snow cones, cotton candy, inflatables, outdoor games, music, and more. SGTC Police and Campus...

South Georgia Technical College recently partnered with Crisp County Schools for a series of outreach events designed to engage younger students in STEM activities and introduce high school students to healthcare career pathways. At Crisp County Elementary School, SGTC faculty, staff, and students participated in the school’s after-school STEM program. During two special sessions, approximately 120 third-, fourth-, and fifth-grade students took part in hands-on activities led by...

South Georgia Technical College’s Criminal Justice program recently welcomed representatives from the Montezuma Police Department to speak with students about gangs and juvenile crime trends in the region. Corporal Chippy Guerra, a gang investigator, along with Corporal David Jennings and Corporal Jalen Johnson, visited Teresa McCook’s Juvenile Justice class to share their knowledge and real-world experiences. The officers discussed current gang activity, warning signs, and the...

Brooks Cannon of Vienna was recently honored as the South Georgia Technical College Crisp County Center Student of Excellence for the spring 2026 semester. He is an Electrical Systems Technology student and was nominated by instructor Jeff Sheppard. As the overall winner, Cannon received a $50 check, an engraved personal plaque, a congratulatory letter from SGTC President Dr. John Watford and a “Student of Excellence” t-shirt. His name was also engraved on a perpetual plaque...

South Georgia Technical College’s 2026 GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) student Keyara Williams stepped into the spotlight in a new way recently—bringing her passion for education and service to the stage in the Sumter Players’ production of Matilda the Musical. Williams, who is pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Care and Education at SGTC, made her stage debut in the role of Miss Honey, the kind and supportive teacher who plays a pivotal role in the story. ...

South Georgia Technical College’s Office of Student Affairs recently held an Easter egg hunt for students on both the Americus and Cordele campuses. Hundreds of candy-filled eggs were hidden on campus for students to discover. Also hidden for the hunt were ten golden eggs. The students lucky enough to discover the golden eggs and present them to SGTC Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs Josh Curtin were rewarded with a prize. At the SGTC Crisp County Center, the egg...

South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently inducted nine new members into the college’s chapter of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) in recognition of the students’ outstanding academic achievement and spotlighted two additional students for their second year of service in the organization. The ceremony was held in the John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center on the Americus campus. SGTC President Dr. John Watford welcomed those in attendance and congratulated...

Atlanta, GA - South Georgia Technical College freshman guard Ja’Niya Broome from Hamilton, GA, was named to the 2026 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Two-Year Coaches’ All-American team. She is the first SGTC player under third-year head coach Jason Carpenter to be named to the WBCA All-American team. The 5’ 9” former Harris County High School player helped lead the Lady Jets to the Georgia Collegiate Athletic Association (GCAA) regular season championship with a 14...

South Georgia Technical College Jets Booster Club President Doug Goodin thanked the Jets Booster Club members and the 2025 -2026 Jets and Lady Jets for a great season at the Booster Club Recognition Banquet held in the Hangar recently on the Americus campus. Booster Club members along with SGTC Campus Safety officers grilled ribs and chicken for the banquet and booster club members provided the deserts and trimmings for the meal. SGTC President Dr. John Watford echoed...

The General Education advisory committee at South Georgia Technical College recently met on the Americus campus to review and discuss various aspects of the college’s general education curriculum. The meeting focused on ensuring that courses continue to meet academic standards while supporting student success and workforce readiness. Committee members in attendance included Alicia Green, Alleyah Sims, and Reagen Beamon, counselors at Sumter County High School, and Cindy Hagerson,...

Students in the Marketing Management program at South Georgia Technical College recently presented the results of a comprehensive class project to an audience of faculty and administrators on the Americus campus. The presentation highlighted the students’ ability to apply classroom concepts to real-world marketing strategies. Representing the class, students Christian Thompson and Qwantavis Milledge shared key elements of the project with Accounting instructor Brenda Boone,...