The end of April will be the end of Wiregrass President Dr. Tina K. Anderson’s tenure at Wiregrass, but a new beginning for her. Valdosta, GA – The lyrics to Wiregrass Tech’s new song, Giving Work a Good Name, reflect the legacy that President Dr. Tina K. Anderson will be leaving upon her retirement at the end of April. Devoting years of service to technical education, her passion for what technical education provides led her to write the lyrics to a song that is now Wiregrass’s...

Adult Education Instructor, Cheryln Sands-Anderson, has been named Wiregrass Georgia Technical College’s 2021 Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year. Valdosta, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Adult Education Instructor, Cherlyn Sands-Anderson, received the 2021 Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction, also known as Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year award. The Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction is awarded annually. This award is...

Walmart Distribution Donation.jpg) Wiregrass Tech Executive Director of Fundraising Crissy Staley accepts a check for $1,500 for the Wiregrass Foundation to benefit students from Walmart Distribution Center Human Resources Manager Julie Germani. Valdosta, GA — The Wiregrass Foundation of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has received a $1,500 donation from the Walmart Distribution Center in Douglas, Georgia. The donation was given through the companies’ Community Grant programs...

Jessica R. Pope Communications and Media Relations Coordinator Valdosta State University April 1, 2021 Valdosta State University signed a new course articulation agreement with Wiregrass Georgia Technical College earlier this week, simplifying student transition between the two institutions of higher education. Pictured, from left to right, are Dr. Robert T. Smith, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at VSU; Dr. Richard A. Carvajal, president of VSU; Dr. Tina K. Anderson,...

Walmart Adel Store #7194 Manager Marcus Johnston presents a check for $1,000 to Wiregrass Tech Executive Director of Fundraising Crissy Staley for the Wiregrass Foundation to benefit students. Valdosta, GA — The Wiregrass Foundation of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has received a $1,000 donation from the Adel Walmart #7194. The donation was given through the companies’ Community Grant programs and will support students at Wiregrass with scholarships. Adel Store Manager, Marcus...

Wiregrass Neuromuscular Massage Therapy Graduate Dawn Longieliere is bringing light to another side and benefitting massage therapy. Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Neuromuscular Massage Therapy Graduate Dawn Longieliere is shining light to additional benefits of massage therapy. When one thinks of massage therapy they usually think of a dimly lit and cozy room with soothing music playing in the background. “Massage therapy can also be used as a tool for treating chronic pain, acute...

Dental Hygiene Senior student, Cali McDuffie, was awarded the 2021 P.R.I.D.E. Award and given $500 to help pay for her National Dental Hygiene Exam. Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Senior Dental Hygiene student, Cali McDuffie, was awarded the P.R.I.D.E. award by Dr. and Mrs. Brad Bynum and North Valdosta Dental Care. The award stands for Performance, Resulting in Distinguished Excellence. The award is given annually to a student who consistently strives to improve...

Valdosta, GA – Instructors at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College have nominated nine of their students for the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) competition, according to Molly Summer, coordinator for the college’s GOAL program. These nominations come from the college’s four campuses: Ben Hill-Irwin, Coffee, Cook, and Valdosta. GOAL, a statewide program of the Technical College System of Georgia, honors excellence in academics and leadership among the state’s...

Valdosta, Georgia – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been designated a Military Friendly® School Gold Award recipient in the Small Community College category for having outstanding programs and support for our nation’s veterans and their families. Victory Media, originator of the family of Military Friendly® employment, entrepreneurship and education resources for veterans and their families, published its special awards for 2021-2022 Military Friendly® Schools at...

Chef de Cuisine Heidi Shelley of Billiard’s on Baytree is bringing a fusion of flavor to Valdosta. The Wiregrass Culinary Arts graduate is also cooking up some sweet flavors for the upcoming State SkillsUSA competition in baking. Valdosta, GA — Everyone remembers where they were when the COVID-19 virus shut down our schools and businesses. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Culinary Arts graduate, Heidi Shelley, was standing on the hotel steps in Atlanta getting ready to check in...

Valdosta, GA – Applicants looking to sign up for Summer or Fall Semester can save money when they apply during Free Application Week at Wiregrass Tech. Free Application Week will be held on each campus March 22-26, from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Thursday. The campuses are closed on Friday, but applicants may still apply online and save money that day. Any new student who applies in person during the week of March 22 will have their application fee waived. The Application Week...

Valdosta, GA — For workers in many South Georgia communities who find themselves unemployed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, assistance to attend college is available at Wiregrass Tech. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market, and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete. WIOA offers financial support services with...