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Central Georgia Technical College Students Excel at SkillsUSA Competition

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Warner Robins, Ga. – Students from Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) competed with outstanding skill and dedication at the recent SkillsUSA competition, earning multiple medals and representing the college with excellence across several technical disciplines.
SkillsUSA is a national organization that champions career and technical education by empowering students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members. Participation in the competition highlights the strong technical training and hands-on experience students receive at Central Georgia Technical College. Read More

March 19, 2026

CGTC ORTHO VECTR Accelerated Program Delivers 100% Pass Rate and Strong Workforce Outcomes for Military Families

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Warner Robins, GA — Since its launch in February 2025, Central Georgia Technical College’s (CGTC) ORTHO VECTR Accelerated Program at the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center, three cohorts of students have achieved a 100 percent pass rate on certification exams.
The successful year sets students on a clear career path, and reinforces CGTC’s commitment to high-quality, industry-responsive education. The strategic placement of the program in the Georgia VECTR Center allows veterans and their families access to an in-demand healthcare program. Read More

March 3, 2026

U.S. State Department Awards Two Health Sciences Students Gilman Scholarship for International Study

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Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College’s (CGTC) spring semester Health Sciences Study Abroad program to St. Vincent and the Grenadines will feature a pair of students traveling as Gilman Scholars of the U.S. Department of State.
Keiyanna Clark of Bibb County and Michelle Fulkerson of Houston County, both Registered Nursing students, were named Gilman and Gilman-McCain Scholars, respectively, in December.
Both students will travel January 17-25 to the Island of the Blessed for service-learning as a part of the Global Initiatives study abroad program for the Health Sciences Division. Read More

January 15, 2026

CGTC Macon Campus Radiologic Technology Students Achieve 100% First-Attempt Pass Rate on National ARRT Exam

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Back Row: Shannon Michaels, Shannon Queen, Elizabeth Hunter, Makilah Mace, Sydni Hill, Sabrina ZuninoMiddle Row: De’Kayla Lundy, Macie Francis, Evangeline Johnston, Jes Ortega, Stephanie Torres, Tiffany AlexanderFront Row: Ashelin Huber, Mary-Elizabeth Neisler, Jenna McDerment, Emily Fussell, McKenna Ralph
 
Macon, GA — Students in the Radiologic Technology program at Central Georgia Technical College’s Macon Campus have reached a historic milestone, achieving a 100% first-attempt pass rate on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) national certification examination. Read More

January 15, 2026

CGTC Awarded $3.9 Million Grant to Enhance Education Through Artificial Intelligence

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Macon, Ga. – The U.S. Department of Education’s Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE) recently announced an award of $3.9 million in grant funds to Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) for support and enhancement of artificial intelligence (AI) teaching and learning tools.
By incorporating cutting-edge AI tools, AI-supported instructional practices, and AI-related content into high-impact academic programs, CGTC looks to set its academic programs in-line with the nation picture of AI advancement.
“Our Strengthening Technical Education Programs through Artificial Intelligence (STEP-AI) award will advance the understanding and use of artificial intelligence in education through a two-pronged approach: expanding the utilization of generative AI to enhance tutoring, Read More

January 13, 2026

CGTC Invites Milledgeville-Baldwin Community to Take Charge of Its Future

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New Electric Vehicle Automotive and Mechatronics Programs Now Enrolling

Warner Robins, Ga. – Following a $6.5 million investment from the State of Georgia into renovation and new instructional equipment on the Milledgeville campus of Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), the College’s Aerospace, Trade and Industry Division is gearing up to welcome enrollment for its new Electric Vehicle (EV) Automotive and Mechatronics programs.
Nestled between interstate corridors of I-75 and I-20, Milledgeville, Baldwin County, and its surrounding communities are primed to be the next hub of education and training for hybrid and electric vehicles, Read More

January 9, 2026

Anna Walters of Houston County Named CGTC’s 2026 GOAL Winner

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Winner Selected Among 5 Finalists for the Award for Student of the Year

Warner Robins, Ga. – Anna Walters, a Physical Therapy Assistant student from Houston County at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) for the College.
The announcement was made during CGTC’s annual GOAL Awards Ceremony in December, where Walters was honored for her outstanding academic achievements and leadership qualities. In recognition of this distinction, Read More

December 24, 2025

DERYK STOOPS NAMED CGTC’S 2026 RICK PERKINS AWARD WINNER FOR INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR

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WINNER SELECTED AMONG SIX INSTRUCTORS NAMED SEMI-FINALISTS FOR EXCELLENCE IN TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) recently named, Deryk Stoops, an Automation Technology instructor in the Aerospace, Trade, and Industry Division as its 2026 Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction Winner.
Stoops is originally from Camden County, Georgia and has worked for CGTC for seven years, after previously working in the System at South Georgia Technical College in Americus. Read More

December 18, 2025

CGTC VP for Economic Development, Andrea Griner, Earns Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award

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Macon, Ga. – Scouting America and the Central Georgia Council recently awarded its Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award to Andrea Griner, Central Georgia Technical College’s (CGTC) Vice President for Economic Development.
The award, given annually, is known as the “Fretwell” and represents continued commitment to excellence in education.
Joined by colleagues and community members, Griner received the award at the Stronger Together Gala, a signature black-tie event hosted by the Central Georgia Council.
“The work that the Central Georgia Council is doing to support and mentor the youth in our region is life changing, Read More

November 28, 2025

CGTC Shatters Enrollment Records

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CGTC’s More than 12,700 Students in Fall 2025 Sets the Enrollment Pace for Georgia’s Two-Year Institutions

Warner Robins, Ga. – More students than ever before attended Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) this fall; enrollment records have become a consistent and recurring trend as CGTC has led the state in enrollment amongst 2-year institutions over the last four years. CGTC’s enrollment of over 12,700 students grew 10 percent higher than last year’s enrollment.
“Students and their families consider CGTC an affordable, Read More

November 24, 2025