Valdosta, GA—Brenda Hooper of Lowndes County has been chosen to represent Wiregrass Georgia Technical College as the 2024 annual Dinah Culbreath Wayne Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) Student of the Year. EAGLE is a statewide program that recognizes and rewards excellence among students enrolled in adult education programs. The award was announced on October 26 at a reception sponsored by the Valdosta Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce and First Federal Savings...

SAVANNAH, GA--The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is proud to announce the recognition of 23 exceptional individuals as the Alumni of the Year from its affiliated colleges. This prestigious honor celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of these alumni to their communities and the industries they serve. "Our Alumni of the Year exemplifies the incredible talent that emerges from our technical colleges,” said TCSG Commissioner, Greg Dozier. “They are living...

Valdosta, Ga— Wiregrass President DeAnnia Clements is proud to share that the college’s Practical Nursing (LPN) Program has been ranked number six in the state according to the Practical Nursing.org website. The website shared that licensed practical nurses are in high demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the career field is projected to increase by 9% by 2029. Their website is designed to help those interested in the field choose the best Practical Nursing...

Article written by TCSG SAVANNAH, GA--AT&T, a leader in telecommunications and technology, has reaffirmed its dedication to advancing education and closing the digital divide by making a generous donation of $25,000 to the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Foundation. This contribution will play a pivotal role in supporting rural students in Bainbridge, Tifton, Valdosta, and Waycross in gaining access to essential computer resources and educational tools. Coastal Pines...

Fitzgerald, GA— The Ben Hill-Irwin Campus of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been awarded $742,180 to fund the construction of a Commercial Truck Driving program backing pad. The grant was awarded by the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The competitive process is based on merit, eligibility, and availability of funds. The project work includes the construction of a paved access road to Tech Pointe Drive, which is the nearest street, and a concrete parking pad....

Valdosta, GA., Wiregrass Georgia Technical College announces application fees will be waived during November. Wiregrass is calling the event, “No Fee November.” Those interested in applying for Spring or Summer Semester 2024 can apply online at Wiregrass.edu and save money during the month. Spring Semester classes begin on January 8, 2024. A new program, EMS Professions, is coming to the Ben Hill-Irwin Campus and will be offered in the evening. This program is also offered...

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has earned a national top ranking, according to Forbes Advisor, as one of the top 10 online trade schools. The rankings were based on credibility, accreditation, nonprofit status, affordability, student outcomes, student experience, and application process. Wiregrass was ranked #2 in the nation. With campus locations in Valdosta, Fitzgerald, Douglas, and Sparks, the college can connect students to any school in the state through its e-campus...

Douglas, Ga., The Coffee County Adult Education program of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is now accepting new students to enroll in free High School Equivalency and English as a Second Language Classes. The Coffee County Adult Education program is located at 706 West Baker Highway in Douglas on the Coffee Campus of Wiregrass Tech. Students have options in class times. The daytime classes are offered Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Evening classes...

Statenville, Ga., The Echols County Adult Education program of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is now accepting new students to enroll in free High School Equivalency classes. The Echols County Adult Education program is located at 113 Walker Circle in Statenville. Classes are offered on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Now being offered are online classes for those who qualify. The Adult Education Instructor Joe Rehberg works to help students reach their educational...

Valdosta, Ga., Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is now accepting new students to enroll in free High School Equivalency classes. The Lowndes County Adult Education program is located at 4089 Val Tech Road in Valdosta, and classes are offered Monday through Thursday, during the morning, afternoon, and evening. Students can choose from class times of 8:00 am-1:00 pm, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm, or 5:00 pm-9:00 pm. Wiregrass also offers classes in Valdosta at Goodwill, Valdosta Department of Labor,...

Quitman, Ga., The Brooks County Adult Education program of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is now accepting new students to enroll in free High School Equivalency Classes. The Brooks County Adult Education program is located at 702 Barwick Road (911-EMA center) in Quitman, and classes are offered Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Those interested can now sign up for online classes. Toni Lewis is the Adult Education Instructor and works to help students reach their...

Adel, Ga., Laquita Camon has been named as the Adult Education Instructor at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College’s Cook County Adult Education program. She is currently serving the community by offering free GED and HiSET preparation classes. The Cook County Adult Education program is located on the Wiregrass Cook Campus at 1676 North Elm Street in Sparks. Classes are offered Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am-1:00 pm and Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm. Call Laquita at...