Category: 2026 | Central Georgia Technical College

CGTC Announces Five Finalists for 2027 Georgia Occupational Award for Leadership Competition

Posted on November 12, 2026November 12, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. — Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) has announced five outstanding students selected as finalists for the 2027 Georgia Occupational Award for Leadership (GOAL) competition. Representing a variety of academic programs across the College, these students have distinguished themselves through their commitment to academic achievement, professional development, leadership, and excellence in technical education.
The 2027 CGTC GOAL finalists are:
Nadia Hastings, Associate of Science Nursing
Araya Pippens, Automotive and Industrial Systems Technology
Antonella Machuca Barboza, Read More

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CGTC’s Brandi Mitchem Receives 2026 TCSG Student Impact Award

Posted on November 12, 2026November 12, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. — Central Georgia Technical College’s (CGTC) Director of Enrollment Services Brandi Mitchem has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Student Impact Award during the Student Affairs Summit this Fall, recognizing her exceptional dedication to student success, innovative leadership, and lasting contributions to the college community.
The TCSG Student Impact Award recognizes one outstanding student affairs or student services professional at each participating technical college who demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to supporting students through personalized service, Read More

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Georgia VECTR Center Marks 10 Years of Service to Georgia’s Military Community

Posted on November 9, 2026November 9, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – The Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center marked its 10-year anniversary in 2026, making this Veterans Day a special reminder of partnership and collaboration that built it as a premier location for education and training for veterans and their families.
“If it weren’t for the VECTR Center, I wouldn’t be who I am today, “said Montavious Taylor, said Montavious Taylor, a VECTR Center alumnus. “They definitely laid the foundation for me to be able to keep going with my education and have the mindset that nothing is unachievable.”
The foundation, Read More

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CGTC Graduate and Veteran Larry Howard Receives White Coat at Trinity School of Medicine

Posted on November 3, 2026November 4, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Medical Professions Pathway Transfer Program creates an opportunity for CGTC students to become medical doctors

Warner Robins, Ga. – Former Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) student and military veteran Larry Howard took an important step toward his goal of becoming a medical doctor in September when he received his white coat at Trinity School of Medicine (TSOM).
Howard is the first male student and the second student overall to participate in the Medical Professions Pathway Transfer Program established between CGTC and Trinity School of Medicine (TSOM). Read More

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CGTC Marks Five Years of Record Enrollment Growth

Posted on October 27, 2026November 3, 2026 by Marketing PR

Fall Enrollment Climbs Above 13,000 as CGTC Remains Poised to Support Regional Workforce Demand
Warner Robins, Ga. – For a fifth consecutive year, more students than ever are choosing Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) making it a premier option among higher education institutions statewide. This fact is reflected in the record-breaking fall 2026 enrollment of more than 13,000 students and CGTC’s unprecedented community engagement within the region. Moreover, the College is poised to continue increasing capacity as local students seek skilled training to support regional workforce demand. Read More

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CGTC Faculty Selected for National Global Workforce Initiative

Posted on October 21, 2026October 26, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Nursing student, Akira Lawrence, shares her success in global education with faculty selected for the national global workforce initiative.
Warner Robins, Ga. – Eleven Central Georgia Technical College faculty members have been selected to participate in the 2026 Global Workforce Initiative (GWI), a nationally recognized faculty development program designed to strengthen career and technical education through global workforce integration.
Funded through Indiana University’s Center for the Study of Global Change, the six-month initiative prepares educators to align classroom instruction with the skills increasingly sought by globally connected industries. Read More

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CGTC and South Georgia State College Establish Transfer Pathway for Education Students

Posted on October 20, 2026October 20, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Agreement creates a streamlined pathway for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) and South Georgia State College (SGSC) have established a curriculum articulation agreement designed to help students pursuing an Associate of Science in Education at CGTC transition to a Bachelor of Science in Elementary/Special Education at SGSC.
The agreement strengthens collaboration between the two institutions by creating a structured transfer pathway intended to minimize the loss of academic credit and reduce the duplication of coursework as students continue their education. Read More

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CGTC and Albany State University Sign MOU with Athletic Transfer Focus

Posted on October 14, 2026October 14, 2026 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Albany, Ga. – Albany State University (ASU) and Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in September to streamline higher education access, transfer, and degree completion support for CGTC students, with an emphasis on student-athlete support.
“CGTC has a strong tradition of developing transfer opportunities with University System of Georgia partners, and we are thrilled to add Albany State as a premier destination for our students,” said Dr. David VanLandingham, CGTC’s Executive Director for Academic Affairs Operations. Read More

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CGTC Celebrates Homecoming Week Oct. 11-17 with Community Events, Student Activities, and Football

Posted on October 2, 2026October 9, 2026 by Marketing PR

Warner Robins, GA- Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) will celebrate Homecoming Week October 11–17 with a full schedule of activities designed to bring students, employees, alumni and the community together for a week of school spirit, entertainment and fellowship.
Several Homecoming Week events will be open to the public, giving community members the opportunity to join in the celebration.

Homecoming week will kick off with a Jazz Concert, featuring Otis Hicks JR., Joey Bronner, and Jasmine Scott, Read More

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CGTC’s Dr. Deborah Burks Honored for More Than Two Decades of Service to SACCR

Posted on September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 by Jordyn Riedmiller

Macon, Ga – The Southern Association of Community College Research (SACCR) recently presented Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness Dr. Deborah Burks with the prestigious Edith Carter Outstanding Service Award during its annual conference in September in Charleston, South Carolina.
The Edith Carter Outstanding Service Award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exemplary service, professional leadership, and an enduring commitment to the mission and goals of SACCR.
The award honors the legacy of Dr. Read More

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