Category: Campus News | Central Georgia Technical College

CGTC Director of Nursing, Jessica Willcox, Named to Georgia Board of Nursing

Posted on November 6, 2023November 6, 2023 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Atlanta, Ga. – Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently appointed Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), director of Nursing, Jessica Lupo Willcox, as member to the Georgia Board of Nursing (GBON).
By way of executive order signed on October 26, Willcox will now serve on the board for a three-year term, and until a successor is duly appointed and qualified, up to two consecutive terms. The GBON members develop rules and regulations that set the standards for nursing practice and education, Read More

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The Aspen Institute Names CGTC as a Top 150 U.S. Community Colleges Eligible for the 2025 Aspen Prize

Posted on November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

WASHINGTON D.C., – The Aspen Institute has named Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000 community colleges nationwide as having high and improving levels of student success as well as equitable outcomes for Black and Hispanic students and those from lower-income backgrounds. Read More

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CGTC Alum and Forsyth Mayor, Eric Wilson, Named Among Technical College System of Georgia’s Outstanding Alumni

Posted on October 27, 2023October 27, 2023 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Savannah, Ga. – The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) recently announced the recognition of 23 exceptional individuals as the Alumni of the Year from its affiliated colleges, including Central Georgia Technical College’s (CGTC) vice chair of its Board of Directors, Eric Wilson.
This prestigious honor celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of these alumni to their communities and the industries they serve. Wilson currently serves as the Mayor of Forsyth, Georgia, proudly leading one of central Georgia’s growing communities. Read More

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Cybersecurity at CGTC Designated as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense

Posted on October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – The Cybersecurity program at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through 2028.
The CAE-CD designation is recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) and indicates that the College is helping reduce threats to our national infrastructure by promoting higher education and research in cyber defense as well as providing the nation with a pipeline of qualified cybersecurity professionals.
The recognition goes to the top cyber security programs in the country. Read More

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Lofts at Houston Central Meet Demand for Housing for CGTC Students in First Semester of Operation

Posted on October 16, 2023December 7, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller-Virgillio

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) recently announced it is nearing capacity and has exceeded its occupancy expectations for the Lofts @ Houston Central for CGTC students in Fall Semester 2023.
The student housing complex on Sutherlin Drive off Highway 96 adjacent to the CGTC Warner Robins Campus, began accepting inquiries for the 250+ bed student housing development in July 2022 as the foundation for the complex was being laid.
This private development is a result of community partnerships between Houston Healthcare, Read More

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Fall Enrollment Soars Above 10,000 Students for CGTC

Posted on October 9, 2023October 9, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Fall semester 2023 at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) marks a historic moment in Titans history, as total enrollment eclipses 10,500 students, a first for the College.
Already the state leader in the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) in total unduplicated graduates for 10 consecutive years, the College earns the distinction for the largest fall enrollment in the 22-member system.
“Our commitment to students is the reason we are here today,” said. Read More

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Adult Education Division at CGTC Exceeds Goals for FY2023

Posted on October 3, 2023October 3, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – The Adult Education Division at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) has had a steady climb back to pre-COVID enrollment numbers in its programs, as the College recently announced the Division eclipsed 1,800 enrolled students in FY2023. This represents a 16.8% enrollment increase from FY2022. The number of High School Credential graduates for the Division also grew by 13% with 252 students earning a credential in FY2023.
Challenges with enrolling and administering Adult Secondary Education (ASE), Read More

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Adult Education Division at CGTC is Partnering to Host a Career Fair on September 28

Posted on September 24, 2023September 18, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga. – The CGTC Adult Education Division is partnering with One Stop in Macon and Worksource Georgia for Middle Georgia for an upcoming Career Fair on September 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bibb Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Macon, Ga.
Students and the public are invited to connect with over 30 local employers at the event.
For more information, visit https://middlegaworks.com/.

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CGTC to Celebrate Opening of Atrium Health Field and the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex, Saturday, September 23

Posted on September 19, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Titans Club Football Takes on Omega Prep

Warner Robins, Ga. – Saturday, September 23, at 2 p.m. will mark the first athletic event to be held at Atrium Health Field at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex on the Warner Robins Campus for Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC).
At 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, a pre-game ceremony led by the CGTC Foundation will celebrate the partnership and financial contributions of Atrium Health Navicent, Houston Healthcare, and ICB Construction Group to bring to life the new complex. Read More

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Regional Career Fair Offers Prime Opportunity for Employers in Fort Valley

Posted on August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller-Virgillio

Fort Valley, GA – WorkSource Middle Georgia, in collaboration with Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) and Peach County Schools, is pleased to announce the upcoming Regional Career Fair. The event is scheduled to take place on August 31, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Peach County Regional Workforce Development Center located at 425 James E. Khoury Drive, Fort Valley, GA, 31030.
The Regional Career Fair presents an exceptional platform for employers to connect with a diverse pool of highly skilled candidates from the local community actively seeking employment opportunities across various sectors, Read More

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