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Statement of Equal Opportunity
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (WGTC) abides by the Technical College System of Georgia’s Policy 2.1.1. Statement of Equal Opportunity.
The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs, and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services. To review in its entirety, please access the TCSG Policy Manual and reference the corresponding policy and subsequent procedures.
All work and campus environments shall be free from unlawful forms of discrimination, harassment and retaliation as outlined under Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, Executive Order 11246, as amended, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, the Equal Pay Act, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009, the Georgia Fair Employment Act of 1978, as amended, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014 and other related mandates under TCSG Policy, federal or state statutes.
TCSG and the technical colleges are expected to promote the full realization of equal opportunity through affirmative and continuing practices. TCSG and each technical college shall develop procedures for implementing this policy and for addressing employee and student complaints of unlawful discrimination for all work units and colleges, as mandated by federal compliance guidelines.
Any violation or questions may be directed to any member of the Campus Equity & Compliance Team as listed below:
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Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses) Vice President for Human Resources & Operations Valdosta Campus, Cox Hall, Human Resources Suite (229) 333-5356 or shalonda.sanders@wiregrass.edu |
Katrina Royal, Student ADA & Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses) and Title IX Designee/Investigator Director of Special Populations and Tutoring Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100 (229) 333-2100 x 1236 or katrina.royal@wiregrass.edu *student ADA & student disability claims only |
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Meredith Moon, Title IX Designee/Investigator Director for Human Resources and Employer Services Valdosta Campus, Cox Hall, Human Resources Suite (229) 333-5356 or meredith.moon@wiregrass.edu |
David VanLandingham, Title IX Designee/Investigator Assistant Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness Ben Hill-Irwin Campus, Dorminy-Mixon Hall, Room 8102 (229) 468-2100 x 3016 or david.vanlandingham@wiregrass.edu |
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Yolanda Woodall, Title IX Designee/Investigator Assistant Director for Human Resources & Career Services Ben Hill-Irwin Campus, Charles Harris Learning Ctr, Room 630C (229) 333-5356 or yolanda.woodall@wiregrass.edu |
Kayla Zackery, Student ADA & Section 504 Designee and Title IX Designee/Investigator Special Populations Coordinator Ben Hill-Irwin Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100 (229) 468-2000 x 2243 or kayla.zackery@wiregrass.edu *student ADA & student disability claims only |
EEO Statement Addendum
As referenced in its Equal Employment Opportunity Statement, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is committed to fostering a safe and productive learning and working environment. Wiregrass administration encourages anyone experiencing discrimination, harassment, domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking to report the behavior. This ensures the victim receives the support needed in a timely manner, and college administration may respond appropriately.
By virtue of employment with the State of Georgia, all Wiregrass employees are considered mandatory reporters. This means employees must notify the appropriate college official when made aware of claims of harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. For purposes of this procedure, college administration considers all reports of misconduct as notice, regardless of transmission method used. At a minimum, college officials are obligated to investigate said reports. This does include claims pertaining to Title IX, Sexual Harassment and Discrimination, Sexual Misconduct, Stalking and/or Domestic Violence regardless of sensitivity of information. In cases that involve minors, employees must report the information to the President of the College who is then mandated to make report using the appropriate DFCS portal. *Reports can be made directly to DFCS in addition to being made to the President. While anonymity cannot be assured, the Title IX Coordinator for the college will review any requests and provide such to the fullest extent possible.
All members of the College’s Campus Equity and Compliance Team are required to complete annual training on Title IX, Sexual Harassment Prevention, and Equity. The team chair along with members of the college’s WeCare Team are required to host mandatory annual training for all employees that includes these topics as well as local reporting procedures. These training materials along with other helpful resources can be found on the college’s Campus Equity and Compliance webpage. Information can also be obtained by contacting:
Shalonda J. Sanders
Vice President for Human Resources and Operations
Title IX Coordinator | Chief Diversity Officer
Valdosta Campus | Cox Hall | Room 547
4089 Val Tech Road | Valdosta, GA 31602
229.333.5356(o) | 229.249.2666(f) | campusequityandcompliance@wiregrass.edu
Video Chat: https://wiregrass.webex.com/meet/shalonda.sanders
Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog
The information in this College Catalog and Student Handbook accurately reflects current policies and procedures at the time of publication. Students are admitted to the College under and are subject to the provisions of the WGTC Catalog and Student Handbooks for the term they initially enroll. Students in all programs are admitted under and are subject to the provisions of the College Catalog and Student Handbook and applicable addendums for the term they are admitted to the program at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. If for any reason a break in enrollment occurs, students must reapply and satisfy the College Catalog and Student Handbook requirements for the term of their re-entry to any program. The provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between Wiregrass Georgia Technical College and the student. The College reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time.
- Table of Contents
- President's Message
- General Information
- Statement of Equal Opportunity
- Accreditation Statement
- Access to Student Records (FERPA)
- Enrollment Information
- International Student Admissions Requirements
- Programs for High School Students
- Change of Programs and Dual Majors
- Assessment
- Tuition and Fees
- Financial Assistance Information
- Foundation
- Student Registration and Academic Information
- Academic Procedures and Advisement
- Prior Learning Credits
- Attendance Policy
- Adding and Withdrawing from Courses
- Grade Reporting and Grading System
- One-Stop Enrollment and Success Center
- Support Services
- Student Organizations and Activities
- General Policies and Procedures
- Dress Code
- Student Grievances General Policy
- Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination of Student Policy
- Emergency Procedures
- Community Resources
- Adult Education and GED
- Technical Standards for Health Sciences
- Faculty
- Programs of Study
- Programs of Study
- Divisions
- Courses
Alumni, former students, or current students requiring an archived catalog prior to the ones listed above can email the Office of the Registrar at registrar@wiregrass.edu or call (229) 259-5536.
