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Nearly 200 individuals earned the right to be recognized at the South Georgia Technical College’s Spring 2026 commencement ceremony Thursday, May 7, at 6 p.m. in the James S. Peters Gymnasium on the Americus campus in front of a capacity crowd. One hundred and sixteen students earned an Associate of Applied Science degree while another 94 were recognized for earning a diploma in their field of study. Four students were recognized for a technical certificate of credit. Eighteen students...

South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently recognized graduates of its John Deere Agricultural Technology program during a special ceremony on campus, honoring their completion of the program and celebrating their transition into the workforce. Academic Dean Dr. David Finley welcomed students, families, dealership partners, and SGTC faculty, noting the progress made by the group throughout the program. “I feel very confident that each and every one of these folks here are...

Six students in the South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program were recently recognized during a ceremony held in McLain Hall on the college’s Americus campus. The students, who began the program in January, successfully completed the intensive training this semester and met all requirements to earn their CNA certificates. Those recognized included Jalarmie Lyles of Preston, McKenzie Muldrow of Americus, Kayla Parker of Montezuma,...

South Georgia Technical College will be conducting its Spring Graduation exercise on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6 p.m. in the James S. Peters Gymnasium on the Americus campus, announced President Dr. John Watford. Nearly 200 graduates are expected to march across the stage to receive awards of either an Associate Degree of Applied Science or a diploma during the spring graduation ceremony. There are 18 Presidential Honor graduates with a 3.90 or 4.0 graduate point average (GPA) and...

Representatives from Global Cellulose Fibers in Oglethorpe recently visited South Georgia Technical College to speak with Electronics Technology and Electrical Systems students about summer internship opportunities at their facility. Derrick Hill, Mario Sneed, Danny Harmon, and Mike Strickland met with students to discuss positions available in the company’s Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) department. The four-month, paid internship provides students with the opportunity to...

Thomas Weber of Americus has been hired as a full-time custodian for South Georgia Technical College’s Americus campus effective immediately. He will be reporting to the SGTC Director of Maintenance Jeff Moore and Vice President of Operations Karen Werling. As a custodian on the Americus campus, Weber will be responsible for maintaining and caring for the South Georgia Technical College buildings and facilities as well as other duties as assigned. Weber was previously...

The advisory committee for the South Georgia Technical College Cosmetology and Nail Tech programs met recently on the SGTC campus in the Odom Center conference room. Cosmetology Instructors Dorothea Lusane McKenzie and Jessakeetha Maddox shared updates on student enrollment, curriculum adjustments, community involvement, and notable student accomplishments. Members of the advisory committees represent local business and industry that have a direct interest in the program they are...

The Electronics Advisory Committee at South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently met in the John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center on the Americus campus to discuss program updates and emerging trends within the electronics industry. Advisory committees play a key role in helping SGTC maintain strong, industry-aligned programs. During the session, Electronics instructor Mike Collins shared updates on enrollment, curriculum revisions, community outreach activities, and student...

South Georgia Technical College students, faculty and staff were invited to a “Waffles with the Watfords,” event to have an opportunity to meet with SGTC President Dr. John Watford and his wife, Barbara, recently in the SGTC Cafeteria known as “The Landings.” “Thumbs Up” and “A great event” were some of the comments expressed by students as they had the opportunity to have a night-time breakfast featuring waffles, pancakes, shrimp and grits, omelets, and other traditional...

The Precision Machining and Manufacturing and Welding and Joining Technology programs at South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently convened a joint advisory committee meeting on the college’s Americus campus. Held in the welding classroom of the McClendon Building, the meeting brought together instructors and industry representatives to review program progress and exchange ideas for ongoing development. Advisory committees play an important role in helping SGTC maintain...

South Georgia Technical College’s Office of Student Affairs recently hosted a dodgeball tournament, providing students with an opportunity to engage in friendly competition while building connections outside the classroom. The event brought together student teams from across campus for a series of matchups designed to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and student involvement. Participants competed in a best-of-three format, creating an energetic and competitive atmosphere throughout the...

South Georgia Technical College Lady Jets freshman Ja’Niya Broome was selected to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-American First Team for her performance on the court for the 2025 – 2026 season. She is only the 16th female player to receive the All-American designation in the college’s 21-year history of women’s basketball. Broome was also selected to the 2026 Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Two-Year Coaches’ All-American team. She...