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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...

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...