VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has successfully completed reaccreditation through the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), reaffirming the college’s commitment to providing high-quality college-credit opportunities for high school students across South Georgia. Wiregrass first earned NACEP accreditation in 2018, becoming the first college or university in Georgia to achieve the distinction. The college completed the reaccreditation...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College proudly announces Cameron Lee of Lowndes County as the college’s 2027 Dinah Culbreath Wayne Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) Student of the Year. Lee was recognized during the 30th Annual EAGLE Recognition Reception held Thursday evening, October 15, celebrating three decades of honoring outstanding adult education students and their commitment to educational achievement. The annual reception, sponsored by...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is recognizing students participating in its Integrated Education and Training (IET) program, an initiative designed to help adult learners gain valuable workforce skills and earn industry-recognized credentials while working toward their high school equivalency. The program combines academic instruction with hands-on workforce preparation, providing students with opportunities to develop the technical knowledge and...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is proud to announce that Angie Wilson, Executive Director of Financial Aid, has been selected as a recipient of the Excellence in Student Affairs Award from the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). Wilson was one of 22 nominees representing TCSG institutions across the state and one of only three individuals selected to receive the award during the TCSG Student Affairs Summit held today. The Excellence in Student Affairs...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has released the newest episode of The WireCast, the college’s podcast featuring conversations with the people, leaders and ideas shaping Wiregrass and South Georgia. The latest episode features Greg Dozier, Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The episode, released October 7, marks the 18th episode of The WireCast since the podcast launched in February 2026. It is available now on YouTube, with The WireCast...

VALDOSTA, GA — As Georgia’s technical colleges reach record numbers of graduates and credential earners, the growing demand for career-focused education is highlighting the important role technical colleges play in preparing students for meaningful careers and strengthening communities across the state. The Technical College System of Georgia recently announced record numbers for Academic Year 2026, including more than 50,000 graduates and an all-time high in credentials awarded....

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is expanding opportunities for students and community members to earn college credit by announcing that College Level Examination Program (CLEP) testing is now available at the college’s Valdosta Campus. The first CLEP testing session at the Valdosta Campus will be held Wednesday, October 14, at 1:30 p.m. Seating for the inaugural testing session is limited, and individuals interested in taking an exam are encouraged to register...

FITZGERALD, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College will offer a Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) course this October at the College’s Ben Hill-Irwin Campus, providing an opportunity for individuals to gain foundational fiber optic knowledge and hands-on skills for careers in telecommunications, broadband, construction and digital infrastructure. The 32-hour Certified Fiber Optic Technician course will be held October 20–25, 2026, with evening classes Tuesday through Friday...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has named Amber Elliott the recipient of the 2026-2027 James A. Bridges Vanguard Award, recognizing her exceptional service, creativity, and commitment to supporting students, faculty, and staff across the college. Elliott serves as a library services specialist at Wiregrass and has become a valued resource for students and employees through her willingness to go above and beyond to meet their needs. In addition to her work in the Media...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is inviting communities across South Georgia to experience Wired Up! TechXpo, a free, interactive community event combining education, technology, entertainment, shopping, food, games, rides, contests and giveaways. Adding even more excitement to this year’s Wired Up! TechXpo is the Giant Musical Chairs Contest held on the Valdosta Campus! Attendees will have the chance to jump into the action and compete in an oversized version of the...

VALDOSTA, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has named Kelly Peacock of Douglas GA the recipient of the 2026-2027 Lewis I. Brinson, Sr. Leadership Award, recognizing her outstanding leadership, dedication to her team, and commitment to serving others. Peacock is a leader within the college’s Adult Education department and is known for creating an environment built on collaboration, communication, and mutual support. Her colleagues describe her as approachable, respectful, and...

Harley Langdale Jr. Foundation recognized for generous support of future workforce training facility VALDOSTA, GA. — September 3, 2026 — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College marked another milestone in its commitment to workforce development on Thursday with a groundbreaking ceremony for a future Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training facility on the Valdosta Campus. Members of the TCSG State Board, the Wiregrass Board of Directors, and the Wiregrass Foundation Board of Trustees...