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The advisory committee for South Georgia Technical College’s Electrical Systems Technology program met recently in the John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center on the Americus Campus. Instructors Patrick Owen (Americus) and Jeff Sheppard (Cordele) shared updates on curriculum changes, enrollment trends, student involvement in the community, and other program highlights. Advisory committee members offered valuable insight on emerging instructional methods, technology updates, and...

South Georgia Technical College’s Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) program recently held its advisory committee meeting on the Americus campus to evaluate the program’s progress and discuss developments in the field of early childhood education. The advisory committee plays a vital role in helping SGTC faculty and staff continuously improve the program to meet industry needs and ensure student readiness. ECCE instructors Jaye Cripe (Americus campus) and Cambrette Hudson...

South Georgia Technical College recently hosted a meeting of its Sports and Fitness Management Advisory Council in the James S. Peters Gymnasium on the Americus campus. The council, made up of industry professionals, provides guidance to help ensure SGTC’s programs remain relevant and aligned with workforce needs. Members contribute their expertise by offering feedback on curriculum, evaluating equipment and training standards, and helping prepare students for careers in the...

The Diesel Equipment Technology advisory committee at South Georgia Technical College recently met in the Morgan Transportation Building on the Americus campus to review program updates and discuss current needs within the field. Program instructor Chase Shannon led the meeting and shared information on program developments and future priorities. SGTC advisory committees are made up of local business and industry representatives who have a vested interest in the success of the...

South Georgia Technical College recently held an advisory meeting for its Business Technology programs on SGTC's Crisp campus in the boardroom. The Business Technology advisory committee members met with Business Technology instructors Teresa Jolly and Nicole Turner. The members reviewed all aspects of the program to ensure it is up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in the business and administrative technology industries. The purpose of the advisory committee meetings is to...

South Georgia Technical College recently convened its Barbering Advisory Committee on the Americus campus to discuss program updates and examine current trends shaping the barbering profession. The committee, made up of industry professionals and SGTC faculty, serves an important role in supporting the continued development of the college’s barbering and cosmetology programs. Barbering instructor Andre Robinson shared updates on enrollment, curriculum adjustments, student...

Eight South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Electrical Lineworker students were selected to receive the South Georgia Technical College Foundation’s Southeastern Electric Exchange’s (S.E.E.) Electrical Lineworker Scholarships. The $1,000 scholarships were awarded to: Christopher Allen Gagliano of Covington, Michael Haas of Leesburg, Dereck Smith of Macon, Nathan Scheller of Nashville, Benjamin Luke Miller of Wadley, Carter Howard of Jeffersonville, Jhobany Perez of Lyons, and...

The South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Culinary Arts students from the Americus and Crisp County Center campuses gained valuable practical experience by catering the South Georgia Technical College Foundation Annual Donor Appreciation Dinner in the John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center on the campus recently. Approximately 200 guests attended the event. The SGTC Foundation Donor Dinner event is designed to thank the individuals who have supported the college and the...

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...