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Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Announces Free Application Month in June

Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (WGTC) is making it easier than ever for students to take the next step toward a new career by offering Free Application Month throughout June. During this time, the college’s standard application fee will be waived for all new applicants. Prospective students can apply online at www.wiregrass.edu or visit any of Wiregrass’s four campuses—Valdosta, Douglas, Fitzgerald, or Sparks—for in-person assistance. Advisors in...



Wiregrass Welcomes First Class of High School Students to Summer Institute

Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College officially welcomed students this week for the first-ever Wiregrass Summer Institute, an innovative program designed to provide high school students with hands-on career exploration, professional development, and college experiences during the summer months. Hosted on the Valdosta Campus from June 1 through June 24, the Summer Institute serves rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors from across Wiregrass’s eleven-county service area....



From Georgia Gold to the National Stage: Wiregrass Students Head to SkillsUSA Championships

Valdosta, GA – The Wiregrass Georgia Technical College SkillsUSA Team will travel to Atlanta, Georgia, June 1–5, 2026, to attend the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) and National Championships. The week-long event is one of the nation’s premier showcases of career and technical education, drawing more than 19,000 students, instructors, industry partners, and employers from across the country. More than 6,500 state champions will compete for national honors in...



Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Celebrates First Credit IET Graduate Earning CDL at Age 74

Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College proudly announces that Joecephus Vaughan, a 74-year-old Adult Education student, has successfully completed the Commercial Truck Driving program and earned his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). His achievement marks a historic milestone as the first-ever credit Integrated Education and Training (IET) graduate at Wiregrass. Mr. Vaughan initially enrolled in Adult Education classes with the goal of earning his high school equivalency...



Wiregrass Tech Launches Summer Express Term with 8-Week Career Programs

Valdosta, Georgia — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is helping students fast-track their future with the launch of the Summer Express Term beginning Tuesday, June 2. Designed for students looking to quickly gain workforce-ready skills, the accelerated term allows students to complete select certificate programs in as little as eight weeks. The Summer Express Term offers short-term training opportunities in several high-demand career fields, including: · Construction ...



Wiregrass President’s and Dean’s List Announced for Spring Semester

Valdosta, GA – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College President DeAnnia Clements is pleased to announce the Spring Semester President’s List and Dean’s List. The President’s List includes outstanding students who were enrolled full-time for 12 credit hours or more and achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale during the Spring Semester 2026. The following students are on the President’s List for Spring Semester 2026 and are listed by county: Atkinson: Joshua...



Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Honors Former President James A. Bridges with Celebration of Life and Inaugural Scholarship

Valdosta, GA — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College proudly honored the life and legacy of former President James A. Bridges during a recent Celebration of Life event held in partnership with the Bridges family and several former colleagues and close friends, recognizing his decades of leadership and lasting impact on technical education and workforce development in South Georgia. Bridges served as president of Valdosta Technical College from 1984 to 2006, leading the institution through...



Registration Now Open for Hands-On Summer Camps at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Valdosta, GA — Registration is now open for Summer Camps at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College, where middle and high school students can explore in-demand careers, build practical skills, and engage in hands-on learning. Designed for students ages 11–16, the camps will take place throughout June and July at the Valdosta, Ben Hill-Irwin, and Coffee campuses. Each camp offers interactive, engaging experiences in high-demand career fields, led by experienced instructors in a fun and...



Wiregrass Tech and Valdosta State University Launch New Transfer Partnership Expanding Opportunities for South Georgia Students

VALDOSTA, GA — In a major step toward expanding higher education opportunities across South Georgia, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College and Valdosta State University have officially entered into a new articulation agreement designed to create seamless transfer pathways for students pursuing advanced degrees and career growth. The partnership will allow eligible Wiregrass students to transition directly into select bachelor’s degree programs at Valdosta State University, making higher...



Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Earns 2026–2027 Military Friendly® School Designation

Valdosta, GA (May 12, 2026) — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College announced today that it has earned the 2026–2027 Military Friendly® School designation, recognizing the college’s strong commitment to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 3,200 schools participated in the 2026–2027 Military...



Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Announces Articulation Agreement with University of Phoenix to Expand Student Transfer Opportunities

Valdosta, GA — May 12th, 2026 — Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is proud to announce a new articulation agreement with the University of Phoenix, creating expanded opportunities for students to seamlessly continue their education from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree program. This partnership is designed to provide Wiregrass students with a clear and efficient transfer pathway, ensuring that the coursework they complete at the associate level is recognized and applied...



Wiregrass Regional College and Career Academy Seniors Earn 1,700 Credit Hours, Saving Families Over $184,000

DOUGLAS, GA — Seniors at Wiregrass Regional College and Career Academy (WRCCA) are graduating with significant college and career momentum through dual enrollment with Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (WGTC). The Class of 2026, made up of 72 seniors, earned a combined 1,722 college credit hours and 133 Technical Certificates of Credit while still completing their high school education. Through dual enrollment, students saved an estimated $184,254 in tuition costs, easing the...