Author: JoBen Rivera-Thompson | Central Georgia Technical College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education Magazine Ranks CGTC No. 1 for Award of Associate Degrees in Business to African Americans

Posted on February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga. – As a part of its most recent rankings, Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a news magazine which chronicles a full range of issues concerning diversity in American higher education, named CGTC among its Top-100 Producers of Associate Degrees to African-Americans in 2020, including the No. 1 ranking for Business Technology.
Additionally, CGTC earned a No. 2 ranking for African American graduates of Associate Degrees in Mechanic and Repair Technologies/ Technicians, No. 5 nationally for Total Minority graduates of Associate Degrees in Business Operations Support and Assistant Services, Read More

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U.S. Department Of Labor Awards TCSG $4.85 Million in Strengthening Community College Training Grants

Posted on February 12, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

From the Technical College System of Georgia
ATLANTA, GA—The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) announced the award of $4.85 million to a consortium of Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) colleges to help meet labor market demands for a skilled workforce. The “Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants” aim to address the skill development needs of employers and to support workers in gaining skills and transition quickly from unemployment to employment. The grants also build the capacity of community and technical colleges to address challenges associated with the Coronavirus pandemic, Read More

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CGTC REACH Organization is Collecting Donations for Macon Warming Center

Posted on February 9, 2021February 9, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga. – Throughout February, the College’s Raising Expectations of Achievement (REACH) program is collecting coats, socks, blankets and other warm apparel for donation to the Brookdale Warming Center in Macon.
This year’s donation drive is in partnership with the Macon-Bibb 4-H program and its Sock Across America initiative.
The CGTC REACH Organization, a minority-serving program predominately geared for male students of color, regularly takes an active role in volunteering and community service. As a part of each student’s membership in the organization, Read More

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CGTC Nursing Students Continue to Aid Vaccination Efforts

Posted on February 9, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Last week Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Registered Nursing (RN) students once again stepped in to meet the needs of local health systems in administering vaccines to the public.
As a part of Houston Healthcare’s Phase 1A+ of vaccination allocation which includes doses designated for healthcare workers, long-term care staff and residents, adults over the age of 65, their caregivers, and first responders, CGTC’s nursing students registered and assisted with vaccine administration. Read More

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Carl Vinson VAMC Collaborates with Georgia VECTR Center to Distribute COVID-19 Vaccine

Posted on February 5, 2021February 9, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

From the Carl Vinson VAMC Office of Public Affairs
DUBLIN, Ga.— The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is collaborating with the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center, located in Warner Robins, Georgia, to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine to Veterans 65 and older who are currently enrolled at the Dublin VAMC.
“Making the COVID-19 vaccine available to as many Veterans as possible is one of our highest priorities as we continue to fight this pandemic,” Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Director David L. Read More

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Rotary Club of Greene and Putnam Counties Establishes Adult Ed Scholarship at CGTC

Posted on January 29, 2021January 29, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Eatonton Ga. –Interest in creating a scholarship to support Adult Education students at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) grew over the last few months for the Rotary Club of Greene and Putnam Counties, and on Friday, it became official.
Lu Byrd, president of the Rotary Club, and Donna O’neal, previous president, presented CGTC’s Carmen Davis, advancement specialist, Carrie Dietrich, Putnam County Center director, and Kimberly Hicks-Grable Adult Education site manager and regional lead for Baldwin and Putnam County from CGTC a check for $320 to the CGTC Foundation to begin funding literacy initiatives. Read More

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CGTC Nursing Students Vaccinate over 600 against COVID-19 alongside Taylor Regional Hospital Professionals

Posted on January 20, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Hawkinsville, Ga. – A call to respond to new and vital medical situations is nothing surprising for Registered Nursing (RN) students and faculty at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC). So, when Taylor Regional Hospital (TRH) in Hawkinsville came calling for help vaccinating the public against COVID-19, they went.
On January 13, TRH began its administration of COVID-19 vaccinations at no cost to the public, including healthcare workers, first responders, and community members ages 65 and older. Read More

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CGTC Welcomes Bluestem Brands to Putnam County Center for Hiring Event January 23

Posted on January 14, 2021January 19, 2021 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Eatonton, Ga. – Following the announcement of its job-creating distribution expansion in Putnam County, Bluestem Brands will host a job fair at the Putnam County Center of Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) on Saturday, January 23, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
On January 13, Gov. Brian Kemp announced the $1 million investment by Bluestem Brands to expand its current Eatonton distribution center. The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) worked in partnership with CGTC, Read More

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MGA and CGTC Sign RN to BSN Bridge Program Agreement, Eases Transition for High School Students to Begin Nursing Studies Early

Posted on December 17, 2020December 17, 2020 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Another nursing bridge program is on the horizon for Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) students thanks to a recent articulation agreement signing with Middle Georgia State University (MGA), and its existence means developing nurses from high school to college.
“I am excited about this agreement with Middle Georgia State University,” said CGTC dean of Health Sciences, Dr. Alvin Harmon. “The opportunity and pathway it provides for students, illustrates the collaborative effort between the institutions, Read More

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GSW and CGTC Sign Agreement to Allow Nursing Students to Earn Bachelor’s Degree

Posted on December 2, 2020 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) and Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) signed an articulation agreement this week that will aid transition for students in the College’s nursing programs into an online bachelor’s degree with GSW.
CGTC President Dr. Ivan H. Allen and GSW president Dr. Neal Weaver signed the agreement alongside leadership from both institutions.
The signing makes official a partnership to enhance enrollment flexibility to Nursing students. Through the agreement, qualifying students in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program can apply to an online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree pathway or bridge. Read More

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