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The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Americus chapter of South Georgia Technical College donated back-to-school supplies for the students of Sumter County Elementary School recently as one of their community service projects. The donated supplies consisted of hygiene items such as Kleenex, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes. The items were purchased through personal funds donated by the existing members of the NTHS Americus chapter. The project was spearheaded by...

Americus, GA – State Representative Patty Marie Stinson hosted a Law Enforcement Luncheon and Listening Session with law enforcement officials from throughout her district at South Georgia Technical College in the John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center. Americus Mayor Travis Rush and South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford welcomed State Representative Stinson to Americus and South Georgia Technical College and also thanked the various law enforcement officials...

The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Americus chapter of South Georgia Technical College assisted with the college’s annual STEM Camp recently. The SGTC STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Camp was a week-long learning experience for 60 high school students in grades 10 – 12 from 10 different counties. The high school students were exposed to the “Complete College Experience” during the overnight STEM camp and were immersed in many of the over 200...

The South Georgia Technical College Law Enforcement Academy recently concluded a Field Training Officer (FTO) Certification Course. The course was an academically rigorous, in-depth, 40-hour professional development program designed to equip experienced law enforcement personnel with the skills needed to mentor, train, and evaluate new recruits. Taught by SGTC Law Enforcement Academy Director Major Jim Mitchell, the course was designed to bridge the gap between academy learning and...

The Americus Civitan Club continued its support of South Georgia Technical College and the South Georgia Technical College Foundation recently by donating to the club’s endowed scholarship fund at South Georgia Technical College. Cheryl Smith, President of the Americus Civitan Club presented South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford with the donation. “Thank you for what you mean to our college, the SGTC Foundation and most of all to our students,” said...

Mario Garcia of Argentina came to South Georgia Technical College to learn how to utilize his hands and his mind to make a better life for himself and for others. He is the latest recipient of the Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship for his outstanding academic effort and work ethic. Ted Eschmann, SGTC Precision Machining and Manufacturing Instructor recommended Garcia for the scholarship. SGTC President Dr. John Watford and SGTC Vice President of Institutional Advancement and SGTC...

South Georgia Technical College recently hosted a meeting of the advisory committee for its Basic Law Enforcement program on the Americus campus. Led by Law Enforcement Academy Director Jim Mitchell, the meeting brought together academy personnel and law enforcement leaders to review the program and discuss the evolving needs of the profession. Advisory committee meetings provide an opportunity for industry partners to offer feedback that helps keep the curriculum current and responsive...

Americus, GA – For the second consecutive year, South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) has been named to USA TODAY’s list of America’s Top Vocational Schools for 2026 based on independent research from Statista. The award list can be viewed on the USA TODAY’s website or https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/07/22/best-trade-schools-us-2026/90906047007/. Only 250 colleges were included in the list and South Georgia Technical College was among the top 10% in the...

South Georgia Technical College is proud to recognize Marketing student Qwantavis Milledge for successfully completing a summer internship with West Mortuary, Americus GA where he gained valuable hands-on experience in digital marketing and social media management. Under the mentorship of Eric West, CEO of West Mortuary, Milledge applied the skills he developed in the classroom by creating, designing, and publishing engaging social media content to strengthen the organization's...

Students in the Cosmetology program at South Georgia Technical College continued expanding their skills this summer through additional demonstrations led by SGTC graduates and faculty, providing hands-on instruction in specialized techniques used throughout the beauty industry. Recent SGTC Cosmetology graduate Alicia Knight returned to campus to present a bead extension tutorial, guiding students through the step-by-step process of applying hair extensions. The demonstration included...

Fourteen students in the South Georgia Technical College Nail Technology program recently showcased their creativity, technical ability, and professionalism during the program’s annual Nail Technology Competition on the Americus campus. The competition provided students with an opportunity to demonstrate the techniques and skills they have developed through hands-on instruction while preparing for careers in the beauty and wellness industry. Top honors were awarded to Alasia Colwell...

The Gene Haas Foundation donated $18,000 to the South Georgia Technical College Foundation recently to support Precision Machining and Manufacturing scholarships and student competition teams highlighting the CNC/Manufacturing programs such as SkillsUSA and SAE teams. Haas Automation, Inc., which manufactures economical and reliable machine tools, is known as America’s Machine Tool Builder. Gene Haas founded Haas Automation, Inc. in 1983 and this company is currently the largest...