Author: JoBen Rivera-Thompson | Central Georgia Technical College

CGTC Diesel Program Receives Equipment Donation from Rush Truck Centers

Posted on September 13, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – The Diesel Equipment Technology program at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) recently received a donation of new Navistar diesel engines, toolboxes, and an electronic system trainer from Rush Truck Centers in Macon to help grow the program and meet industry standards.
“This is for the students to get their hands working on new equipment and gain experience on new truck series engines,” said program chair, Lance Teele. “Partnerships like this let us get outside the confines of these walls, Read More

^{September 13, 2021}

CGTC Campuses, Instructional Sites to Suspend On-Campus Classes and Most Operations Friday, September 3

Posted on August 30, 2021August 30, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga.—In response to Georgia Governor Brian Kemp’s recent decision to offer administrative leave to encourage state employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination, CGTC campuses and instructional sites will suspend classes and operate on a limited basis on Friday, September 3. The College’s Child Development Center locations will remain open for families and children and customized business and industry training courses will continue as scheduled.
Most CGTC students will have the day off as well. Read More

^{August 30, 2021}

CGTC Dual Enrollment Graduate Featured on Good Morning America

Posted on August 27, 2021September 13, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

The story of a former Central Georgia Technical College Dual Enrollment student, KJ Morgan, has been all the buzz on social as his story of dedication and perseverance made it to Good Morning America this week.
Read the full story here: Teen pays tribute to late mom with graduation photoshoot

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^{August 27, 2021}

Lofts at Houston Central

Posted on August 25, 2021July 2, 2024 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

The Lofts at Houston Central is an exclusive student living community serving the students of CGTC and Trinity School of Medicine. The LOFTS brand has made a name for itself by providing unmatched customer service at Mercer University. We are honored to bring our superior level of service and elevated lifestyle to Houston County.

The Lofts at Houston Central are privately owned and managed. The spaces are rented “by the bed” with roommate matching available. Rent is paid directly to the Lofts and will not be placed on CGTC student accounts. Read More

^{August 25, 2021}

REACH Organization Members Spend Summer as Young Professionals

Posted on August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

**Update**
The Virtual Action Roundtable (VART) that took place on July 29 as a part of this project has produced action. The VART gave employer-partners the opportunity to co-design meaningful strategies to improve belonging and inclusion in the workplace for employees of color. The employer-partners involved in the project issued this statement following the VART.
We strive to create inclusive workplaces that encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. Read More

^{August 25, 2021}

Central Georgia Technical College Announces Spring Semester 2021 President’s Honor Roll

Posted on August 10, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Dr. Ivan Allen, president of Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), announced recently students named to the Central Georgia Technical College President’s Honor Roll for Spring Semester 2021.
To qualify, students must be in Academic Good Standing, earn a semester-based grade point average of 4.0 with an earned course load of at least 12 credit hours for the semester, and a work ethics grade of “2” or higher for each course completed.
More than 1,400 students across 54 counties in Georgia earned recognition. Read More

^{August 10, 2021}

Ahead of Fall Semester, CGTC Adds Articulation Agreements with University of Phoenix

Posted on July 28, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) announced a new set of articulation agreements this summer with the University of Phoenix that create new pathways for CGTC graduates in high-demand Information Technology (IT) and Nursing programs to advance students to the baccalaureate level.
Both institutions signed agreements in Cybersecurity, IT Professional, and Nursing that include a transfer pathway of courses for each program. Transferable courses provide an affordable pathway to help students accelerate their learning and move into their careers faster. Read More

^{July 28, 2021}

Georgia VECTR Center to Celebrate 5 Year Anniversary August 2

Posted on July 27, 2021July 28, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – The Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center will celebrate its 5th Anniversary on Monday, August 2 from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a celebration and information fair.
The open house event will provide information on some of the VECTR Center’s partner organizations including, VA Health, the Georgia Department of Veterans Service, Mission United, Work4Warriors, TriCare, the Retired Enlisted Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, Genesis Joy House, Read More

^{July 27, 2021}

$3…2..1.Go!: CGTC Wants to Help You Cut Costs for College

Posted on July 19, 2021July 20, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – It’s no secret that great-paying jobs are waiting on highly-skilled and well-trained employees right now in Georgia. Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) graduates can fill this workforce need, so the College has created a plan to help students greatly reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket expenses, and step into a career in two years or less.
CGTC’s $3…2..1Go! initiative is asking students to get started or return back to the certificate, diploma, or degree program that they may have put off because of the expenses associated with college.
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^{July 19, 2021}

CGTC Athletic Programs and Student-Athletes Earn NJCAA Academic Honors

Posted on July 19, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, GA – The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) recently announced the 2020-21 Academic Teams of the Year. Despite circumstances due to COVID-19, NJCAA student-athletes flourished in the classroom as 820 teams earned at least a 3.0 GPA or better.
For the second-consecutive year, the CGTC women’s basketball program has been recognized as an NJCAA Academic Team of the Year. The Lady Titans earned a 3.55 GPA for the 2020-21 academic year, the ninth-highest GPA in the NJCAA for women’s basketball. Read More

^{July 19, 2021}