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NewsMarch 2010CTC Student, Instructor of the Year Named Like thousands of other Columbus area residents, the 2010 Student of the Year/GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) winner for Columbus Technical College moved to Columbus because of the military. CTC Faculty, Students Help Extreme Makeover Crew About a dozen representatives from Columbus Technical College traded in their textbooks and laptops for hammers and nails recently to help a family who needed it. CTC Partners with Clear Channel, GA DOL for Job Fair Columbus Technical College joined forces with Clear Channel radio and the Georgia Department of Labor recently for a major career expo and job fair. The event was held Tuesday, Feb. 23 at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. About 2,000 job seekers attended the 5-hour long event. MATHCOUNTS Adds Up to Fun for Area 8th Graders For the fifth consecutive year, Columbus Technical College played host to area eighth graders in a spirited math competition called MATHCOUNTS. February 2010New Uniforms Distinguish CTC Law Enforcement Personnel On Monday February 22, 2010 the Columbus Technical College campus security department introduced a special new uniform. Four CTC Students Earn Radiology Scholarships A scholarship named for late Columbus radiologist Dr. Fred Aranas means four Columbus Technical College Radiology students will be getting $1,600 this school year to help with their expenses. Phi Beta Lambda Competition Prepares Students for the Business World On Friday, February 19, Columbus Technical College played host to about 120 business students representing nine colleges from across southern Georgia as part of the annual Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) district competition. Regional SkillsUSA Competition Netted Big Winners Columbus Technical College set the stage Friday, February 5, 2010 for about 150 high school students from the area who battled it out in the annual SkillsUSA competition. The 9th – 12th grade students hailed from 13 high schools in the SkillsUSA Region four (4). TCSG Enrollment Continues to Grow February 3, 2010: Enrollment in the Technical College System of Georgia continues to grow at a record pace with 109,548 students currently attending winter quarter classes. Statewide, the enrollment jumped 26% over last year and more than 22,000 students are now on the campuses of the state’s 28 technical colleges. At Columbus Technical College, enrollment has increased 13% from winter of 2009 to winter of 2010. Cosmetology Students Provide Free Haircuts for Homeless A total of 16 students from the Columbus Technical College Cosmetology program helped make life a little easier for about 75 homeless and/or working poor in our area. January 2010Columbus Technical College Students Offer Health Screenings at Expo About 60 students from Columbus Technical College participated in the 2010 Men's and Women's Health and Fitness Expo on Saturday. CTC Raises Money for Haitian Relief Columbus Technical College students, faculty and staff members recently held a fundraiser to help the people of Haiti. December 2009CTC, MSCD and Pratt & Whitney Join Forces in Co-Op Program Columbus Technical College, the Muscogee County School District and aircraft engine manufacturer, Pratt & Whitney, have partnered to offer high school students a solid career path. CTC Beats All-Time Enrollment Record! Columbus Technical College has surpassed its all time enrollment record! The new record of 4,171 students became official late Monday with the addition of a series of training classes through the college’s Economic Development division. Visually-Impaired Students, Others Realize Dreams; Graduate from CTC When the ballroom at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center filled up with friends, family and loved ones of Columbus Technical College graduates on Thursday, December 10, 2009, two students stood out among the estimated 250 who walked across the stage. Japanese Visitors Tour CTC; Learn About Workforce Development, Partnership On Wednesday, December 9, 2009, Columbus Technical College played host to visitors from Japan to discuss how to successfully bridge education and business partnerships. Medical Managers Group Provides Scholarships to CTC Students Three Columbus Technical College Radiology students have earned $500 each to help pay for their studies. Practical Nursing Students' Project Breaks Language Barriers Columbus Technical College senior Practical Nursing students Lee Cunningham, Kimberly Sanderson, Lymertis Blackmon and Chanel Carter are helping break down language barriers between inmates and clinical workers. Newly-Implemented Scholarship Helps Two CTC Nursing Students Two Columbus Technical College nursing students are enjoying a helping hand with their education expenses thanks to a new scholarship. Each December, the Klayder Scholarship will provide a first year (freshman) and a second year (senior) student with $500 to help cover expenses occured with their studies. Ceremony at CTC Sees 44 Inductees for Honor Society Chapter A ceremony at Columbus Technical College saw the school's chapter of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) welcome 44 inductees to its organization. CTC Blood Drive Nets 27 Units The Columbus Technical College School of Health Sciences on Tuesday sponsored a blood drive with the local chapter of the American Red Cross. During the six-hour drive, a total of 27 units were collected. November 2009TCSG Expo Showcases Options for State Counselors Some of the top programs that Columbus Technical College and the 27 other institutions in the Technical College System of Georgia have to offer were on display for the state's school counselors during the TCSG Expo 2009, which was held at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel in Atlanta on Monday, November 23. Cabinetry/Carpentry Students Help Woman Rebuild Home, Life November 19, 2009: Columbus Technical College carpentry and cabinetmaking students on Wednesday got a chance to showcase their skills while helping a local woman at the same time. CTC Communications Director Featured on "Just for Her" Segment November 19, 2009: Columbus Technical College Director of Communications, Cheryl Myers, has been featured on the local NBC affiliate as part of a special weeklong series "Just for Her/Women of the Valley." Automotive Program Earns Recertification November 10, 2009: The Columbus Technical College Automotive Technology program has recently earned recertification through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. CTC Veterans Day Celebration Draws Standing Room Only Crowd November 11, 2009: A standing room only crowd turned out Wednesday for the Columbus Technical College Veterans Day celebration. About 200 people filled the auditorium in Patrick Hall to honor our veterans, past and present. CTC Part of Work Ready's 'Go for the Gold' Award In recognition of improving Georgia's workforce by increasing the number of gold-level Work Ready Certificates, Columbus Technical College was named in a prestigious award category by the State of Georgia. October 2009Dental Hygiene Student Earns $500 Scholarship Senior Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene student Brittney Wells now has $500 to help offset the cost of finishing school. CTC Employees, Students Receive H1N1 Vaccines As part of a proactive approach in keeping healthy this flu season, Columbus Technical College partnered with the Columbus Health Department to provide H1N1 vaccines for students and employees. Health Department officials were stationed at the Patrick Hall Student Center from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3rd. Local Red Cross Honors CTC and Cabinetmaking Program October 19, 2009: The West Central Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross on Monday presented Columbus Technical College and its cabinetmaking program with a certificate of appreciation for volunteering hours of manpower and skill to help renovate its distribution warehouse and local administrative/headquarters facility. Skanska, CTC Host Topping Out Ceremony The construction company for Columbus Technical College's future health sciences building partnered with the school, Foundation and Local Board for a traditional topping out ceremony on Friday. SkillsUSA Team Members Featured in Nat'l Publication The official magazine for the national SkillsUSA organization featured a photo spread and article wrapping up this year's competition in Kansas City. CTC Sees Double-Digit Increase in Fall Quarter Enrollment Columbus Technical College's fall quarter credit enrollment surged over the 4,000 mark today with a 10% increase over the same quarter last year! Respiratory Care Receives Initial Accreditation Oct. 1, 2009: Congratulations to the Columbus Technical College Respiratory Care Technology program. September 2009CTC Instructors, Students on Honor Flight Columbus Technical College Nursing Instructor Kellie Byrd and Surgical Technology Program Manager Carl Sandy, along with two nursing students, are guardians to WWII veterans aboard the West Georgia Honor Flight. August 2009Hartline Scholarship Helps Students Fund Nursing Education Columbus Technical College Associate Degree Nursing students Amanda Young and Amy Bentoski have each been named the proud and deserving recipients of the 2009 W.G. Hartline Scholarship. Just Over One Year Away till New Building Occupation Columbus Technical College is just about a year away from "getting the keys" to its up-and-coming health sciences center on River Road. CTC, Foundation Hosts 'Beam Signing,' Site Tour As part of his visit to Columbus Technical College, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner, Ron Jackson, took part in a special "beam signing" ceremony on the school's campus. Columbus Technical College Named 'Military Friendly School' Pittsburgh, Pa., August 17, 2009 - G.I. Jobs has announced the release of its 2010 list of Military Friendly Schools. The list honors the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools which are doing the most to embrace America's veterans as students and Columbus Technical College has made this prestigious list. TCSG Commissioner to Attend 'Beam Signing' Ceremony; Speak at Rotary August 17, 2009: Commissioner Ron Jackson of the Technical College System of Georgia will be in Columbus this week to address Rotarians on Wednesday and attend a special ceremony at Columbus Technical College on Thursday. Crews Install Steel Beams for CTC Health Building Columbus Technical College President, Bob Jones, was on hand Monday as construction crews installed the first of many steel support beams for the up-and-coming Dr. Robert L. Wright, Jr. Health Sciences Center. TCSG and Columbus Tech see Enrollment Boost Atlanta - The Technical College System of Georgia set a new record high in annual enrollment in Fiscal Year 2009, growing by 7% over the previous year. The TCSG enrolled 156,271 students in the year that ended June 30, an increase of 10,281 students. Governor Perdue Visits CTC to Address Tri-State Water Issue August 5, 2009 - Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue spoke to a crowd of nearly 200 people at Columbus Technical College Wednesday to address concerns over the water wars between Georgia, Alabama and Florida. He also revealed what the State plans to do regarding a recent court decision about Metro Atlanta's water usage. CTC Reveals Furlough Plan August 5, 2009 - As mandated by the state of Georgia, Columbus Technical College has submitted a plan on how the school will implement three furlough days for its full time employees. July 2009Dental Hygiene Grad Featured in Industry Publication The July, 2009 online edition of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) newsletter features an article by 2007 Columbus Technical College graduate, Leslie Ann Wilkerson Mallory. Ms. Mallory is a Master's degree candidate in the School of Dental Hygiene at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. VP of Economic Development Featured in Story on Helping the Jobless July 16, 2009: Columbus Technical College Vice President of Economic Development, Jamie Loyd, and the college as a whole were primary features in a news story that aired on WTVM Wednesday. CTC Chapter of Student Nursing Group Donates to Girls in Need July 14, 2009: The Columbus Technical College chapter of the National Student Nurses Association today donated $250 to the Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home in Columbus. Community Disaster Drill Starts at CTC July 9, 2009 - Using handheld scanners, paramedics on Thursday performed something called a "quick scan triage" on about 40 Columbus Technical College practical nursing students during a mock disaster. June 2009CTC Manufacturing Center Featured Centerpiece of Ledger Enquirer Coverage Readers of the Sunday, June 7, 2009 Columbus Ledger-Enquirer were greeted with a detailed article on the Columbus Technical College Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence and how it will help prepare workers for the manufacturing industry in our area. The story was especially timely because of the recent announcement by NCR to move its manufacturing operation to Columbus. CTC SkillsUSA Team Brings Home National Medals Competitors from Columbus Technical College's 2009 SkillsUSA team brought home six medals from the national arena, including one gold! 555 Students Qualified for June Graduation A total of 555 Columbus Technical College students met the requirements needed to graduate on Monday, June 15, 2009. Hundreds of grads and their loved ones packed the Columbus Convention and Trade Center for the 7:30 commencement ceremony. 50+ Year Olds the 'Norm' in Graduating Respiratory Class Columbus Technical College will soon see its second class to graduate from its Respiratory Care Technology program. Nearly half of them qualify for AARP benefits. NTHS Induction Ceremony Features Address from Chamber VP Executive Vice President of the Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce, Janeen Tucker, will address about 45 Columbus Technical College students and their loved ones as the students are inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) on Monday, June 8, 2009. May 2009TCSG Enters into Articulation Agreement The leadership of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), Southern Polytechnic State University (SPSU) and the University System of Georgia (USG) met recently to sign an important agreement that expands articulation between the TCSG and SPSU. Manufacturing Center now 'Open for Business' On Tuesday, May 26, 2009, about 75 people came out to witness the grand opening of the Columbus Technical College Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence. TCSG Board Approves Small Tuition Increase Starting in the summer quarter of 2009, students enrolled at technical colleges throughout Georgia, including Columbus Technical College, will have to pay an additional four dollars per credit hour to attend classes. Gala Offers One-Stop-Shop for Grads Columbus Technical College students eligible to walk across the stage at the upcoming graduation ceremony enjoyed a one-stop-shop recently to get ready for their big day. CTC Partners in Program to Help Women Start Over Columbus Technical College, the Housing Authority of Columbus, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers and others are partners in a program aimed at helping special women get a fresh start. Columbus Tech VP's Advice Focus of Job-Keeping Tips Story Columbus Technical College Vice President of Administrative Services, Betty Jackson, was the focus of a recent story on local ABC affiliate, WTVM. April 2009Georgia's Technical Colleges Remind Everyone to Take Swine Flu Precautions We want to update everyone on what Columbus Technical College is doing with regard to the swine flu public health emergency. AT&T Grant Helps Pave Road to Success The AT&T Foundation, the philanthropy arm of AT&T today announced a two-year $160,000 grant to the Columbus Technical College Foundation to expand high school student success initiatives. 2nd Career Expo a Huge Success Columbus Technical College played host to approximately 1,000 eighth and ninth grade students on Friday, May 1, 2009 for the 2009 Career Expo. Construction Preps Underway for Health Sciences Center Construction crews are busily preparing the site for Columbus Technical College's future Dr. Robert L. Wright, Jr. Health Sciences Center on River Road. Phi Beta Lambda Group Represents CTC well at Conference Updated April 23, 2009: Three Columbus Technical College Phi Beta Lambda students will soon compete nationally. CTC Student Wins $25 Bookstore Gift Certificate In celebration of National Library Week, (April 12 - 17) Columbus Technical College Library awarded a $25.00 gift certificate to the Columbus Technical College Bookstore to a student that checked out a book during that week. CTC Students Take Home Medals at State Competition Congratulations to the Columbus Technical College chapter of SkillsUSA for bringing home 17 medals during the statewide competition last weekend in Augusta. CTC Respiratory Care Team Basks in Accreditation News The Respiratory Care Technology program at Columbus Technical College has just successfully completed a two day on-site visit for accreditation through the Committee for Accreditation of Respiratory Care Programs. March 2009CTC Announces 2009 GOAL Winner Columbus Technical College nursing student, Prentice Thomas, is among the top 12 GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) students for 2009 in the state of Georgia! CTC Resource Center Director Addresses State Peers Being asked to facilitate a session at the annual Georgia Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (GACRAO) is a big deal because peers from all across the State will have you under their microscopes. The Director of Columbus Technical College's Faculty and Staff Resource Center, Kermelle Hensley, took center stage on March 17 at the Annual GACRAO Midyear Staff Development Workshop in Macon. CTC Faculty, Staff Earn Disaster Training Credentials Thirteen Columbus Technical College faculty and staff members have completed a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program. In case of a natural or large-scale disaster, this group will be among the first responders helping our community. CTC Grad Shares Success with Networking Students Owner of Columbus-based Shane's PC Paramedics, 33-year-old Shane Woodham, shared his secrets of success for a class of Networking Specialist students at Columbus Technical College on Monday, March 16, 2009. February 2009Annual SkillsUSA Contest Brings Competitors to CTC Columbus Technical College set the stage on Friday, February 27, 2009 for about 165 high school students from the area who battled it out in the annual SkillsUSA competition. MATHCOUNTS Adds Up to Fun Competition for Area 8th Graders For the fourth consecutive year, Columbus Technical College played host to area eighth graders in a spirited math competition called MATHCOUNTS. January 2009CTC Chooses Four Finalists for 2009 Student of the Year Columbus Technical College has announced the names of its top four students in the annual GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) competition. Columbus, WGTC Team Up to Provide Commercial Trucking Program Columbus Technical College has joined West Georgia Technical College in LaGrange behind the wheel of its Commercial Truck Driving program. The two colleges are now partners in this high-demand venture which will allow the schools to maximize their resources and provide optimum results for their communities, all while being financially prudent. Master Storyteller to Visit CTC Master storyteller, Donald Davis, will talk to faculty, staff, students and the public on Monday, February 16, 2009 in Room P-100 of Carl Patrick Hall at Columbus Technical College. Four Students Receive Radiology Scholarship A scholarship named for the late Columbus radiologist Dr. Fred Aranas means four Columbus Technical College Radiology students will be getting $1,600 this school year to help with their expenses. CTC Webmaster Earns State Customer Service Award Columbus Technical College would like to congratulate our webmaster Britton Powers. Britton has earned a commendation from the Governor's Office of Customer Service. Columbus Technical College Honors former President Columbus Technical College has renamed its Administration Building in honor of former school president, W.G. "Griff" Hartline. CTC Health Sciences Students Earn Accolades; Volunteer with Expo Columbus Technical College nursing students are busy not only with their studies and lab work but also with volunteering at community events. CTC Nursing Instructor, Student Featured on WLTZ Columbus Technical College nursing instructor Lisa O'Steen and Associate Degree Nursing student Sara Filipiak were featured in a recent story by WLTZ, NBC 38. GA Lottery CEO Visits Columbus Technical College Columbus Technical College played host to the President and CEO of the Georgia Lottery Corporation on Wednesday. Margaret De Francisco was on campus to mix and mingle with students - many of whom are benefiting from HOPE Grant or Scholarship funds generated by the lottery. High School Students Visit CTC Healthcare Programs As part of its working partnership with Three Rivers AHEC (Area Health Education Center), Columbus Technical College welcomed a dozen high school students from the area recently while showing off some of the benefits of pursuing a career in the healthcare arena. Surgical Tech Students Surprised with Stipends Eleven new Columbus Technical College Surgical Technology students were treated to some extra green on their first day of class and they had no idea it was coming. A total of $3,300 was distributed to the students through the Columbus Technical College Foundation by way of an anonymous donor. Cap Credit Hour Increase The tuition credit hour cap has been increased from 12 to 15 credit hours effective Winter Quarter 2009. December 2008Dr. Robert L. Wright, Jr. Named Benefactor of the Year December 18, 2008 - Former Columbus City Councilman, successful businessman and philanthropist, Dr. Robert L. Wright, Jr., was presented with a special award during a Columbus Technical College Foundation Board meeting/luncheon on December 18, 2008. CTC Graduates Hundreds in Civic Center Ceremony December 16, 2008 - More than 500 Columbus Technical College students met the qualifications to graduate in the December 11, 2008 commencement ceremony at the Columbus Civic Center. CTC Students Earn Awards from Medical Managers Association Three Columbus Technical College health sciences students are seeing a little extra green this holiday season. The West Central Georgia Medical Managers Association (WCGMMA) has presented the students with a total of $1,500 to help pay for their studies. Dental Assisting Instructor Sharron Cook Recognized for Contributions to Health Science Text Columbus Tech Dental Assisting Instructor Sharron Cook was recognized for her role in the development and publication of the new Mosby's Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions. Columbus Technical College Ranked in Annual Analysis of Nation’s Fastest-Growing Two-year Colleges Six Technical College System of Georgia colleges have been named in two categories of the top fifty fastest-growing public two-year colleges in the nation in an annual analysis by Community College Week Magazine. Cosmetology Students Treat Damascus Way Residents to Day of Pampering Seven women from the Damascus Way Treatment Center and Shelter in Columbus were treated to a special day of pampering, courtesy of Columbus Technical College cosmetology students. CTC Medical Assisting Instructor Honored On November 22, 2008, Columbus Technical College Medical Assisting Instructor Leslie Noles was the guest speaker at the first West Georgia Technical College's Medical Assisting Awards Ball at the Callaway Conference Center in LaGrange. College to Host Seminar for Sterile Processing and Surgical Tech Professionals Sterile processing and surgical technology are ever-growing fields in the healthcare industry. Columbus Technical College will be hosting a seminar on December 13, 2008 in Patrick Hall room P-100 for Central Service Technicians, Central Service Managers, Operating Room Managers, Materials Managers, Infection Control Supervisors and other parties interested in free Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Brochure/Registration Form (pdf) November 2008Columbus Tech Librarian Gloria Battled Interviewed by GPB Columbus Technical College Librarian Gloria Battle was interviewed by GPB's Dave Bender for the Georgia Gazette on November 14, 2008. Ms. Battle spoke about the significance of "381 Days: the Montgomery Bus Boycott," a Smithsonian exhibit currently on display at the Columbus Public Library. CARE Center Hosts Open House The CARE Center at Columbus Technical College is getting the word out about all the services it offers students and faculty members. To help with this effort, the CARE Center staff hosted an Open House in P-600 on Thursday, November 20, 2008. About 60 people including faculty and staff, Foundation Board members, retirees and media representatives attended the two sessions. National Technical Honor Society Inducts New Members A total of 48 Columbus Technical College students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society on Tuesday, November 18, 2008. The students participated in a ceremony where loved ones played an important role by fastening NTHS lapel pins for their special someone. Tillinghurst Adult Education program in the News The Tillinghurst Adult Education Center was honored recently for winning the State of Georgia's Literacy Awareness Competition. At the luncheon honoring Tillinghurst staff and students, Columbus Technical College President Bob Jones spoke of the importance of giving everyone the opportunity to obtain a GED. Gloria Battle Contributes a Historical Perspective to the Recent Election Columbus Technical College Librarian Gloria Battle was featured in special election results coverage by the Ledger-Enquirer. Surgical Technology Students Help Ronald McDonald House As part of their senior community service project, ten Columbus Technical College Surgical Technology students on Thursday donned aprons and fired up stoves to help a worthy cause. The students prepared and served lunch to residents and staff members of the Ronald McDonald House of West Georgia. Columbus Technical College's Tim Justice Included in Class of Rising Leaders A total of 26 technical college executives from across the state of Georgia have graduated from the Technical College System of Georgia's (TCSG) Executive Leadership Academy. Tim Justice, Dean of the School of Applied Business at Columbus Technical College was among the 2008 academy class graduates. Dental Hygiene Program featured on WTVM's 30 Days... 30 Ways to Save The Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene program was featured on WTVM's 30 Days... 30 Ways to Save series. Dr. Ellen Harvill Honored as Work Ready "Administrator of the Year" Columbus Technical College Director of Community Education and Professional Development Services, Dr. Ellen Harvill, has been named the best of the best for her field. During an awards luncheon sponsored by Governor Sonny Perdue and the Governor’s Office of Workforce Development on October 29, Dr. Harvill was named the "Administrator of the Year" for the Georgia Work Ready initiative. PBL Students Help with Early Voting Students in the Columbus Technical College chapter of Phi Beta Lambda have been busy helping election officials see that the voting process in Muscogee County goes smoothly. As part of their community service project, seven PBL members are assisting with the election process as poll workers. October 2008XLR8 Programs Featured at Academy Night October 30, 2008 - The bi-annual Academy Night event is being touted as a huge success as parents and students from across the Columbus Technical College service area came to campus Wednesday. About 60 students plus their parents attended the event to learn about the college's XLR8 programs: Dual Enrollment, Joint Enrollment and Accel. Health Science Students Volunteer for Mock Drill On October 29, 2008, about 100 Columbus Technical College health science students volunteered and participated in a community-wide mock disaster drill, complete with mass casualties. K-9 Units Visit CTC Criminal Justice Class As part of their coursework on securing perimeters and working with other departments, students in Felix Davila's Criminal Justice class on Monday were treated to a live demonstration by some special guests. Columbus Technical College, Aflac and Quick Start Announce Training Initiative Expansion October 17, 2008 - During a signing ceremony at Aflac's Paul Amos campus in Columbus Thursday afternoon, Columbus Technical College, Aflac and Georgia Quick Start agreed to a workforce development partnership expansion. This means Columbus Technical College and Quick Start will provide training to Aflac's new hires within the Customer Service Center, Claims and Policy Service business units. College Performance Accountability Review a Success October 13, 2008 - Faculty and staff at Columbus Technical College are breathing a collective sigh of relief now that the PAR (Performance Accountability Review) visit is over and our school passed with flying colors. Columbus Tech Holds Welcome Week Activities October 6-9, 2008, was Welcome Week for new and returning students at Columbus Technical Colleges. Events included a concert by Rapper Bohagon, the opportunity to take a spin in a NASCAR simulator, a college blood drive, and a student organizations fair. Voter Drive Registers 87 New Voters Thanks to a voter registration drive at Columbus Technical College, there are now 87 more people from Georgia and Alabama eligible to vote in upcoming elections. September 2008Instructor Jaime Fernandez Rescues Passenger from a Burning Vehicle Columbus Technical College Carpentry Instructor Jaime Fernandez got more than he bargained for while visiting relatives in New York during his annual leave. Fall Quarter Kicks off with New Student Orientation and Voter Registration Drive More than 300 new Columbus Technical College students enjoyed two orientation sessions sponsored by the Department of Student Affairs on Thursday, September 25, 2008. Immediately following the orientations, students were invited to learn about the many student organizations on campus. They were even given the opportunity to register to vote in the upcoming general election. Nursing Students Lend a Hand for Vote & Vax Flu Vaccine Drive Columbus Technical College will be joining forces with the Columbus Department of Public Health, the Consolidated Government and Columbus State University to give early voters a shot in the arm – literally. The national "Vote & Vax" program encourages people who are voting to go ahead and get their flu vaccine at the same time. Radiologic Technology Students Receive Pease Scholarship September 10, 2008 - A scholarship in honor of Mary Ann Pease, who established The Medical Center’s Auxiliary and Youth Volunteer program, will help fund the education of two Columbus Technical College Radiologic Technology students. Dental Hygiene Students Receive Fisher Scholarship September 10, 2008 - Thanks to the Emile T. Fisher Foundation for Dental Education in Georgia, Columbus Technical College dental hygiene students Dawn Catallo and Jamaila Brooks have each received $500 in scholarship money to help pay for their education. Columbus Tech Featured on Recent Business Break September 10, 2008 - Cheryl Myers, Columbus Technical College's Director of Communications, appeared on WTVM's Business Break recently to speak with Adelaide Kirk about opportunities offered by the college. College Celebrates Constitution Day with Program, Voter Drive September 8, 2008 - Columbus Technical College celebrated Constitution Day a little differently and a little early this year. To honor our founding fathers who signed the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, paving the way for U.S. citizens to have the right to vote, the Columbus Technical College Student Advisory Team held a voter registration drive in conjunction with its Constitution Day celebration. August 2008Cost-Saving Measures at CTC to Include 4-Day Work Week August 27, 2008 - In an effort to save on utility costs and help offset the soaring prices of fuel and other services, Columbus Technical College will begin a four-day work and class schedule starting October 1, 2008. This Monday-Thursday week will continue through summer of 2009 and will be evaluated for continuation beyond that time. CTC and Flint River Nursing Students Receive Hartline Scholarship August 25, 2008 - Columbus Technical College Associate Degree Nursing students, Sarah Scoggins and Lori Rigby have each been named the proud and deserving recipients of the W.G. Hartline Scholarship. Surgical Tech Instructor Donna Emmons Named a Finalist for Rick Perkins Award Donna Emmons, Surgical Technology instructor at Columbus Technical College, is among six finalists for Georgia's Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction. Ms. Emmons and the other five instructors were selected during consortia-level judging. All six will now participate in state-level judging, held in conjunction with the Presidents’ Council on September 11 in Augusta. College Honored for Extraordinary Support of Georgia National Guard and Reserve August 21, 2008 - The Georgia Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense, announced today that Columbus Technical College was honored with an "Above and Beyond" award in recognition of extraordinary support of its employees who serve in the Georgia National Guard and Reserve. First Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class Ready to Graduate August 15, 2008 - Columbus Technical College would like to congratulate its first graduating class of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Program Manager, Gail Malatich, says four of her eight students have already been hired and the others are interviewing for jobs. Carpentry Class Lends a Hand to Repair Playground Columbus Technical College carpentry students and instructor Jaime Fernandez were glad to lend a hand after a local Salvation Army playground was damaged by vandalism. The Columbus Tech crew repaired the damage as a service to Salvation Army officials and local kids who use the facility. Respiratory Professionals Come to Columbus Technical College An estimated 100 professionals from the area's respiratory care field will be honing their skills at an annual conference at Columbus Technical College. The Greater Chattahoochee Respiratory Conference will provide an opportunity for participants to earn Continuing Education Units while giving them a chance to network and learn more about their profession. Mandated Budget Cuts in the News WLTZ reporter Julie Bercik interviewed Columbus Technical College President Bob Jones and other administrators to learn how the college is addressing the recently mandated state budget cuts. Columbus Tech Prepares for Budget Cutbacks The projected $1.6 billion shortfall in the state's budget is causing Columbus Technical College and others to implement cost-cutting measures. July 2008Nursing Students Provide Hearing Screenings for Local Children July 26, 2008 - Students from Columbus Technical College’s Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs were on hand at the Frank D. Chester Community Center last Saturday to help children get ready for school through the Kits for Kids program. Virtual Learning in the News July 24, 2008 - Columbus Technical College's Director of Virtual Learning, Mr. Ray Mercer, was featured in a recent On the Job section of the Ledger-Enquirer. Reporter Andrea Hernandez spoke with Mercer about the benefits of online learning and Columbus Tech's use of online, hybrid and web-enhanced classes. Columbus Technical College Helps Disabled Students with School, Work Experience July 16, 2008 - Twenty-year-old Megan Garcia wants to be a child psychologist. Thirty-one-year old Martha Brandt would like to be a computer specialist. While their career goals are very different, the two Columbus Technical College students share special bonds. Both are visually impaired and neither allows their disability to quash their dreams. Dental Assisting Grads Janice Williams and Nicole Brown Earn Dental Hygiene Degrees July 16, 2008 - Columbus Technical College would like to congratulate Janice Williams and Nicole Brown upon their completion and graduation from the Dental Hygiene program in June. This is particularly notable because ever since the implementation of the Dental Assisting diploma program there has yet to be a student who completed it and then went back to CTC to complete the Dental Hygiene degree program. Janice and Nicole have both accomplished that task. Instructor Sharron Cook to Present at National Dental Assisting Conference July 15, 2008 - Sharon Cook, Columbus Technical College Dental Assisting Instructor, will present at the National Conference on “Using BlackBoard for Board Review” in August. The is quite an honor! Online Learning is an Attractive Alternative to High Gas Prices July 14, 2008 - Online learning at several Georgia colleges, including Columbus Technical College, was recently highlighted in Georgia Public Broadcasting's news show, Georgia Gazette. Two-Year Colleges in the Spotlight July 10, 2008 - Two-year colleges are being recognized as a fast way to a job. Columbus Technical College's Dean of Health Sciences, Linn Storey, was recently interviewed by Fox 54 reporter Jason Dennis for a story on two-year programs. Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Students Receive Stipends July 2, 2008 - Columbus Technical College Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) students were greeted with a big surprise when they came to campus Wednesday morning. Each student was awarded a stipend worth $680 to help offset the cost of their education. The stipend originated from the generosity of late Carmike Cinema founder and Columbus resident, Carl Patrick. Once the monies from that source were depleted, the Columbus Technical Foundation was able to secure funds to continue the ADN stipend. All 70 students will receive the stipend, which totals $47,600. Round up your change for a good cause July 1 , 2008 – Columbus Technical College is participating in the fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House of West Georgia. As part of this campaign, Columbus Technical College Instructor Julie Thomas will work at the McDonald's on Manchester Expressway from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Just by eating lunch there during that time, and by agreeing to round your change up to the next dollar, you'll help families with sick children. Leading up to the July 11th event, Columbus Technical College will also set out several change collection boxes at various sites across campus. June 2008Students Attend SkillsUSA Competition, Bring Home Honors June 30, 2008 - The week of June 23-27 was the National SkillsUSA Competition in Kansas City, MO. Advisors worked hard to prepare their students for this conference, and played a big part by inspiring them. The students are to be congratulated on their success at the National SkillsUSA competition. College Named a Favorite by Ledger Readers June 25, 2008 – Columbus Technical College has been named "Favorite College" by the annual Readers' Choice Awards program sponsored by the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer newspaper. This is a distinct honor as the selection process is based on a survey by readers of the Ledger. In other words, the public chooses its favorites. Local Board Member C.P. Redding Honored for Years of Service June 23, 2008 - Columbus Technical College President J. Robert "Bob" Jones and Director of the Technical College Directors' Association, Adie Shimandle, presented out-going Trustee, C.P. Redding with a certificate honoring his years of service. Mr. Redding is stepping down from the College's Board of Directors after serving three consecutive three-year terms. SkillsUSA Team to Compete in Kansas City June 23, 2008 - Columbus Technical College's 2008 SkillsUSA team has left for Kansas City, Missouri to vie for national titles. Ten students and four advisors have made the trip. Competition begins Tuesday, June 24 and ends with an awards ceremony on Friday, June 27. First Class of Respiratory Care Students Boasts 100% Graduation Rate June 17, 2008 - Every member of Columbus Technical College's first class of Respiratory Care students can now call themselves Respiratory Care Practitioners. That's because 100% of the students who started the new program in winter of 2006 have graduated! Besides meeting the classroom and clinical requirements, all nine students also passed the Comprehensive Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Self-Assessment Exam as well as the National Board for Respiratory Care's (NBRC) Entry Level CRT (Certified Respiratory Technician) Examination. Columbus Technical College Names "Instructor of the Year" June 16, 2008 - Surgical Technology Instructor and Lead Advisor for the School of Health Sciences, Donna Emmons, has been named the "Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year" for Columbus Technical College for 2008-2009. The Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction honors the Technical College System of Georgia's most outstanding instructors. Nominees are chosen by fellow instructors and/or department heads. Summer Graduates Honored at June Commencement June 11, 2008 - It was a packed house at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center Tuesday night as an estimated 1,500 people filled the ballroom, showing their support for their loved ones graduating from Columbus Technical College. About 150 students walked across the stage to accept their degrees, certificates or diplomas. CTC Dental Hygiene Students Earn Accolades June 6, 2008 - Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene seniors Leslie Ann Mallory and Crystal Reid have earned some extra bragging rights. Leslie Ann is CTC’s 2008 S.T.A.R. Award recipient. This award is presented through Colgate and it goes to the student who has demonstrated dedication and enjoyment of the dental hygiene profession while exhibiting compassion and enthusiasm in patient care and community service. Exempting Hours from HOPE will Help Dual Enrollment Students Succeed June 4, 2008 - Starting this summer, high school students participating in the Dual Enrollment program at Columbus Technical College will no longer have to worry about using up too many HOPE hours. Georgia’s HOPE regulations have now been updated to read, “The credit hours for which such student receives HOPE Grant funds do not count toward the HOPE Grant Paid Hours limit and the Combined Paid-Hours limit, if the student is participating in Dual Credit Enrollment.” May 2008Columbus Exchange Club Members Enjoy College Presentation May 30, 2008 - Columbus Technical College Director of Communications, Cheryl Myers, and the Director of Creative Services, Scott Gossard, addressed about 25 members of the Columbus Exchange Club at their monthly meeting at the St. Luke Ministry Center on May 29, 2008. Students Inducted into National Technical Honor Society May 30, 2008 - Twenty-five Columbus Technical College students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society on May 29, 2008. In order to qualify for NTHS, a student must have completed at least 40 credit hours of study and hold a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Congratulations to our newest inductees! Columbus Mayor Jim Wetherington to Speak at CTC Graduation May 30, 2008 - Columbus Mayor Jim Wetherington will be the featured speaker at the June 10, 2008 graduation ceremony for Columbus Technical College. An estimated 350 students have met the requirements needed to attend the 7:30 p.m. ceremony at the Columbus Trade Center ballroom. Columbus Technical College Students Inducted into NTHS May 27, 2008 - About 20 Columbus Technical College students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society on Thursday, May 29, 2008. Governor Perdue and College Administrators Honor Students at the Annual GOAL Banquet May 23, 2008 - Georgia Governor Perdue and Technical College System of Georgia administrators honored top students at the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership banquet in May. Columbus Noted Nationally as one of the Best Places to Raise a Family May 23, 2008 - Columbus, Georgia earned the number 4 spot in the "Best City in the USA to Raise a Family" rankings announced on MSNBC's Today show. Governor Perdue Makes Technical College System Name Change Official May 23, 2008 - At a ceremonial bill signing ceremony Thursday night, May 22, Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue officially changed the name of the governing body of Georgia's technical colleges. What is now the Technical College System of Georgia used to be known as the Department of Technical and Adult Education. Columbus Tech Students Contribute to Local "Pamper Me" Seminar May 21, 2008 - Columbus Technical College Cosmetology students were on hand at a special event aimed at pampering female employees of Columbus-based Aflac, Inc. and Communicorp, Inc. College Welcomes Governor, Technical College System Administrators and Local Legislative Leaders for Health Sciences Center Groundbreaking on May 20, 2008 May 20, 2008 - Tuesday, May 20, 2008 will long be remembered as a vital day in the history of Columbus Technical College and this community. Ground was broken on what will be the Dr. Robert L. Wright, Jr. Health Sciences Center. Story includes photo slide show and links to local media coverage. Columbus Technical College grads continue their education with four-year degrees from Emory May 19, 2008 - Three graduates of the 2006 Columbus Technical College Radiologic Technology program have just completed their Bachelor of Science degrees at Emory University in Atlanta. CTC to Welcome Governor, State Officials for Health Sciences Groundbreaking Ceremony May 15, 2008 - A dream that has been about six years in the making is about to come true at Columbus Technical College. The College will be breaking ground for the Dr. Robert L. Wright, Jr. Health Sciences Center on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at the site of the future campus on River Road. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue will be on hand at the ceremony. So will the Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, members of the local legislative delegation, and many other civic and community leaders. Career Development Week and Career Launch a Success May 8, 2008 - Columbus Technical College's Career Development week and annual Career Launch job fair were huge successes! The events were coordinated by the Career Connections Center and the Economic Development Division at Columbus Technical College. Nursing Shortage, Recruiting in the News May 7, 2008 - Linn Storey, Dean of the School of Health Sciences, contributed to WTVM's recent feature on nurse recruiting. The story highlighted the critical shortage of nurses nationwide and upcoming job fairs. April 2008College GOAL Winner Honored by City Council April 22, 2008 - Columbus Technical College's 2008 GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) winner and Legal Office Specialist student, Stacie Kimbell, was honored by the Columbus Consolidated Government Tuesday morning. Students Shine at SkillsUSA April 21, 2008 - Columbus Technical College students won several medals at the regional SkillsUSA competition in Dublin, Georgia.The students put in many extra hours in preparing for the competition. Advisors also worked very hard preparing and motivating students. More Students See two-year Colleges as an Affordable Option April 17, 2008 - With rising prices everywhere, more students are checking out technical and community colleges for value and affordability. Columbus Technical College's Director of Financial Aid, Debbie Henshaw, was interviewed recently by WTVM reporter Laurie Bernstein for a story on rising college costs. Nursing Students Provide Health Screenings for Local Boy Scouts April 17, 2008 - Columbus Technical College nursing students got some real life medical experience recently while helping area Boy Scouts stay healthy. Members of the Student Nurses' Association, along with four physicians and one medical student from The Medical Center volunteered their time Tuesday night (April 15, 2008) to perform physicals on about 40 Boy Scouts. BRAC Grant to Help Columbus Technical College with Workforce Development April 16, 2008 - Thanks to a multi-million dollar grant from the Federal government, Columbus Technical College will be able to prepare more students for the area workforce. A check for $3 million was presented to the Valley Partnership at a news conference on April 16, 2008. That money is earmarked for training in several strategic economic areas in the state including: automotive maintenance, aerospace advanced manufacturing, information and communication technologies and industrial construction. The $3 million was part of a total $5 million grant that is tied to BRAC (Base Closure and Realignment Commission). PBL Students Excel at State Competition Congratulations to the Columbus Technical College Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) team! They did an outstanding job at the State competition in Atlanta April 12-13, 2008. Students on the CTC team competed against 34 colleges, universities and technical colleges from across Georgia. Student Organizations Hold Membership Drive The Student Organization Awareness and Membership Drive on Thursday, April 10 was a huge success. Six student organizations from Columbus Technical College were on hand to answer questions and, in many cases, sign up new members. There was even a special table co-sponsored by the Columbus area Chapter of the NAACP and Foxie 105 radio station where folks could register to vote. Kellogg's Snacks Wins Manufacturer of the Year For the second consecutive year, Kellogg's Snacks of Columbus has won Columbus Technical College's Regional Manufacturer of the Year award. Kellogg's will compete against other regional winners during Manufacturing Appreciation Week in Atlanta, April 14 – 18, 2008. Dental Hygiene Student Earns $1,000 Scholarship Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene student, Dawn Hunsinger, now has $1,000 to help fund her education. Hunsinger, 28, was awarded a scholarship from the American Dental Association Foundation (ADAF) in March. Columbus Technical College Gets "Green" Starting April 8, SkillsUSA students will be kicking off a campus-wide recycling effort. Students will be hosting a Recycling Education booth in the Student Activity Center in Carl Patrick Hall on April 8th and 10th, from 10 AM to 2 PM, to inform students, faculty and staff of ways they can get involved in making our campus more "green." CTC Legal Office Specialist Student Earns GOAL Title Stacie Kimbell, a Legal Office Specialist student, is the winner of the 2008 GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) competition for Columbus Technical College. The results were announced at a ceremony at the Green Island Country Club on April 1, 2008, during a lunchtime meeting of the North Columbus Rotary Club. CTC Rad Tech Students Shine in Atlanta Radiologic Technology students from Columbus Technical College did their home school proud at a recent competition in Atlanta. Radiology students from across the country competed in a Student Bee contest held during the Atlanta Society of Radiologic Technologists/Educators Seminar March 1-4, 2008. March 2008Workforce Training in the News Columbus Technical College was in the news recently as Georgia's workforce training program received a grant from the Department of Labor. Academy Night a Success On March 25, 2008, Columbus Technical College held its third Dual Enrollment Academy Night, in partnership with the Muscogee County School District. This event was held for Muscogee County high school juniors and their parents to teach them about the many benefits of Dual Enrollment. 'Can Do' Regiment Honors CTC Employees Columbus Technical College's Director of Creative Services, Scott Gossard, and Audio-Visual Technologist, Chris Graves, were honored by the 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment on March 17, 2008. Scott and Chris volunteered their time in December to videotape messages from family members of the "Can Do" Regiment. Health Sciences Coordinator Barbara Gaither and Son Represent Easter Seals at Legislative Session Members of the Columbus Legislative Delegation take a break from the 2008 Session to honor the 2008 National Youth Representative for Easter Seals, Scottie Gaither. Scottie is the son of Columbus Technical College's Health Sciences Coordinator Barbara Gaither. Fighting Rising Fuel Costs Mr. Tim Justice, Dean of the School of Applied Business, was interviewed recently by WRBL for a story on rising fuel prices. Autism Hope Center Holds Open House The first phase of the Autism Hope Center in Columbus is finally a reality. About 30 community members were on hand at the Open House for the Autism Hope Center Thursday at Columbus Technical College. Dental Assisting Students Pass National Board Exam Students in the Dental Assisting program at Columbus Technical College recently earned a 100% passing rate on their National Board exam. College Enrollment Professionals Recognized March 5, 2008 - Columbus Technical College would like to congratulate our Director of Admissions, Nichole Kennedy, our Registrar, Kermelle Hensley and our Recruitment Manager, Tara Askew. All three women have earned the distinction of being recognized in the charter class as a Registered Enrollment Professional (REP) by the Georgia professional association for admissions and records officers. February 2008Dual Enrollment Students and Their 'Businesses' Honored with Reception February 29, 2008 - High school students enrolled in classes at Columbus Technical College were the belles of the ball at a reception in their honor on Friday, February 29, 2008. The 29 students, representing nine area high schools, comprise the first group of students to enroll in a new program through the College's Economic Development Department called the "Financial Services Professional Program" or FSP. Four GOAL Finalists Announced February 28, 2008 - The process to choose a top student for Columbus Technical College for 2008 continues. Four GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) finalists have been selected from the twenty-five (25) CTC students identified as the “best of the best” by their instructors. New Award Honors Dr. Edith Thompson February 25, 2008 - Dr. Edith "Edie" Thompson, a longtime representative of Columbus Technical College and tireless advocate for technical education, now has an award in her honor. Representatives from the Lighthouse State Planning Committee with the Technical College System of Georgia surprised Dr. Thompson with her award at a Columbus Technical College Board Meeting in January. SkillsUSA and Career Expo 2008 Help Students Prepare for the Future February 25, 2008 - Columbus Technical College was bustling with activity Friday, February 22nd. Two big events on campus helped young people learn about future educational and career opportunities. The College hosted over 100 area high school students in the annual SkillsUSA competition. In conjunction with SkillsUSA, the College also hosted the 2008 Career Expo. Middle and high school students from Muscogee and surrounding counties participated. Students Ace Professional Exams February 21, 2008 - A total of 25 students from Cosmetology and Automotive programs recently passed professional exams. Campus Security in the News February 18, 2008 - Columbus Technical College's Chief of Security, Mr. Jeffrey LaMar, was interviewed recently by WTVM for a story on campus security. HERO Scholarship Winners February 11, 2008 - Four Columbus Technical College students have been awarded the HERO (Helping Educate Reservists and their Offspring) Scholarship for Winter quarter 2008. It is the second time that students Monty Eller (Internet Specialist Degree) and Roberto Martinez (Management Supervisory Development Diploma) were awarded the Scholarship. Joining them this year are Kristina Marshall (Accounting) and Stephen Robertson (Drafting). Young 'Mathletes' Compete at Columbus Technical College February 11, 2008 - The 3rd annual MATHCOUNTS competition at Columbus Technical College was a huge success! Ninety-three middle school students from 12 Muscogee schools competed for trophies, graphing calculators and most of all, bragging rights. Blackmon Road Middle School was the big winner; the team placed first overall. Four Students Receive Radiology Scholarship February 5, 2008 - Four Columbus Technical College Radiology students will be getting a helping hand with their school expenses, thanks to a special scholarship program. Each year, two seniors and two freshmen from Columbus Technical College are awarded the Aranas Scholarship for Radiology. The winners for 2008 were announced today. They are: Josh Adams and Jameel Taylor (seniors) and Wendy Swanson and James Wooldridge (freshmen). January 2008Over 400 Job Seekers Attend KIA Job Fair at Columbus Technical College January 31, 2008 - Columbus Technical College saw a record-breaking turnout for folks hoping to land a job with KIA. Representatives from the Korean-based automaker and the Georgia Department of Labor (DOL) held a job fair at the College on Wednesday, January 30. Legislators Enjoy 3rd Annual 'Taste of the Technical Colleges' January 30, 2008 - The 33 colleges of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), including Columbus Technical College, put technical education's "wow" factor on center stage for more than 400 state legislators and other dignitaries during the third annual Taste of the Technical Colleges. Cosmetology Students Offer Help through Haircuts January 28, 2008 - Columbus Technical College cosmetology students sharpened their scissors and helped some members of the Columbus area homeless community. In an effort to give back to their community, 12 cosmetology students provided approximately 75 free haircuts for homeless participants at the Homeless Resource Fair on Thursday, January 24, 2008. Students Provide Information and Screenings at Health Expo January 26, 2008 - Columbus Technical College Health Sciences students participated in the recent Men's and Women's Health & Fitness Expo held on Saturday, January 26, at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. College Librarian Gloria Battle to be Featured in Local Media January 18, 2008 - One of the Columbus Technical College librarians, Mrs. Gloria Lowe Battle, will be in the media spotlight this Monday, January 21, 2008. Ms. Battle is scheduled to appear as a guest on WTVM’s (Channel 9) 6:00 p.m. newscast, speaking about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his fight for equality. Ms. Battle will talk of her personal experiences fighting the Civil Rights battle alongside Dr. and Mrs. King. Automotive Production Program in the News January 8, 2008 - At a recent news conference at West Georgia Technical College, Columbus Technical College's Dean of the School of Professional and Technical Services, Tommy Wilson, was interviewed by Julie Bercik of WLTZ News. The news conference was sponsored by KIA, QuickStart, the Technical College System of Georgia and the Georgia Department of Labor. During his interview, Wilson talked about Columbus Technical College's Automotive Production program. Technical College Executives Graduate from Leadership Academy January 8, 2008 - Twenty-seven technical college executives from across the state of Georgia have graduated from the Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) Executive Leadership Academy. Dr. Pam Kinney, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Gary Williams, Director of Academic Affairs, both of Columbus Technical College, were among the 2007 academy class graduates. December 2007CTC Helps Restore, Replace Fencing Around Historic Cemetery December 17, 2007 - What started out as a reported drunk driving accident in a stolen vehicle led to a great working relationship between Columbus Technical College and Historic Linwood Foundation, Inc. CTC Health Sciences Students Lend a Helping Hand to one of their Own December 17, 2007 - Columbus Technical College Health Sciences students have pulled together to help one of their own after a catastrophic car accident landed her in the hospital. Graduation Speaker Addresses Importance of Character, Overcoming Obstacles When Kathelen Amos addressed the Columbus Technical College graduating class on December 13, 2007, she spoke primarily as someone who sees inspiration in struggles. One hundred and eighty-four students walked across the stage to collect their diplomas, degrees or certificates. Columbus Technical College Helps Charities with Their Website Needs December 14, 2007 - The Community Website Initiative offers charitable organizations the opportunity to have a Web site built by CTC students. One charity that has benefited from this partnership is "Santa’s Castle." Medical Managers Group Awards $2,600 in Scholarships to Columbus Tech Students December 12, 2007 - The West Central Georgia Medical Managers Association (WCGMMA) has awarded $2,600 in scholarship money to five Columbus Technical College students studying either Medical Assisting or Radiologic Technology. The scholarship winners are: Renee Martinez/Medical Assisting, Philip Andrews/Radiology, Christy Ellerbee/Medical Assisting, Lori Fuller/Radiology, and Tronual Gainey/Medical Assisting. CTC Dental Hygiene Students Teach Young People About Tobacco Dangers When asked by the Tidwell Cancer Foundation, Inc. if they could help teach Elementary school students about the dangers of tobacco, all 13 Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene students immediately jumped at the opportunity. Entrepreneur, Former Councilman Makes History with Largest Campaign Commitment to Date December 5, 2007 - Columbus Technical College President J. Robert "Bob" Jones announced today a major commitment from local businessman Dr. Robert L. Wright, as a part of the college's capital campaign, Tomorrow's Workforce... Today. November 2007Columbus Technical College Graduates Ace Exams November 20, 2007 - Recent graduates of the School of Professional and Technical Services passed certification exams with flying colors. Students help make God Bless Fort Benning Headquarters a Reality Columbus Technical College cabinetmaking students, led by instructor Gordon Unrein, helped make the God Bless Fort Benning (GBFB) headquarters a reality. The Grand Opening was held on Wednesday, November 14, 2007. Columbus Technical College Honors Veterans Columbus Technical College hosted a patriotic ceremony on November 12 in the Patrick Hall auditorium to commemorate Veterans Day. Dual Enrollment Gives High School Seniors a Head Start on the Future The Dual Enrollment program at Columbus Technical College was featured in the November Business Leader. TCSG Board Chairman Carl Swearingen Addresses Community On Wednesday, November 7, 2007, the faculty and staff of Columbus Technical College enjoyed a visit with the Chairman of the Board for the Technical College System of Georgia, Carl Swearingen. Mr. Swearingen addressed a packed house of employees and students in the auditorium of Patrick Hall. November 4-10 Marks Radiologic Technology Week According to the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, National Radiologic Technology Week is the time each year when these technologists celebrate the importance of medical imaging and radiation oncology. Kathelen Amos Named TCFA Volunteer of the Year November 2, 2007 - Tomorrow's Workforce... Today capital campaign co-chair, Kathelen Amos, was awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award by the Technical College Foundation Association of Georgia (TCFA). October 2007Columbus Technical College Enacts Water Conservation Effort October 19, 2007 - With Georgia facing its worst drought in recorded history, Governor Sonny Perdue has issued an Executive Order to all state agencies, imploring them to curb their water usage. Respiratory Care Week October 21-26 October 19, 2007 - Respiratory Care Week is celebrated annually on the last full week in October. In conjunction with this event, Lung Health Day is observed on Wednesday of Respiratory Care Week in order to bring lung health issues to the attention of the public. CTC has Strong Showing at State LPN Conference October 18, 2007 - Representatives from the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) field from across Georgia came together for the 25th Annual Georgia Licensed Practical Nurses Association (GLPNA) Conference in Macon earlier this week. Columbus Technical College students and faculty were well represented at the event. High School Students Welcomed at Dual Enrollment Academy October 18, 2007 - On Tuesday, October 16th, Columbus Technical College hosted area high school students and their parents at a Dual Enrollment Academy. The special Dual Enrollment program allows students to earn college credit while still in high school. Supplies from St. Francis Helps Area Nursing Students October 16, 2007 - In an effort to help future nurses get ahead of the education and job-training game, St. Francis Hospital has generously donated 95 "student bags" to Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) students enrolled at Columbus Technical College. Community Members Walk for Local Autism Support Group October 12, 2007 - Columbus Technical College was well represented at a recent fundraiser aimed at raising awareness and money for a local autism support group. The Muscogee County Autism Support Group (MCASG) hosted the October 6, 2007 Walk/Run. Participants hoofed it for about three miles and had financial support for their effort. Columbus Technical College Offers Area High Schoolers a lot of "Credit!" October 9, 2007 - Columbus Technical College is offering high school students a jump start on their postsecondary education. On Tuesday, October 16th, area high school students and their parents are invited to attend a special Dual Enrollment Academy. The event will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Patrick Hall auditorium on the campus of Columbus Technical College. Refreshments will be served and attendees will receive special prizes. Columbus Tech Welcomes TCSG Commissioner Jackson October 4, 2007 - Columbus Technical College faculty and staff welcomed Ron Jackson, Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, to their quarterly communications meeting on September 25, 2007. Mr. Jackson spoke on many topics, including budgetary challenges faced by the state's technical college system. Resource Fair Provides Needed Information October 1, 2007 - On September 29, 2007, Columbus Technical College’s offices of Disability Services, Recruitment and Student Activities participated in the inaugural Citizens Have Opportunities Sent through Education and Networking (CHOSEN) Resource Fair and Fun Day. The event was held at Carver High School in Columbus. The fair provided an opportunity to learn about special needs resources in Columbus, Atlanta, and Albany. Technical Colleges Play Vital Role in Kia Expansion October 1, 2007 - Ledger-Enquirer reporter Tony Adams speaks with Tommy Wilson, Dean of the School of Professional and Technical Services, about the new Kia plant and similar manufacturing growth. September 2007CTC Health Sciences Instructors Visit Harris County H.S. September 26, 2007 - As part of their continued effort to keep in touch with the community and with future students, Columbus Technical College Surgical Technology Program Manager Kellie Byrd and Respiratory Therapy Instructor Mark Thorne recently visited students at Harris County High School. Surgical Technology Week Honors Professionals and Instructors September 26, 2007 - The week of September 16, 2007 was celebrated as Surgical Technology Week across the country. To honor those who are in this field and the teachers who help educate and train students to be Surgical Technologists, Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue presented a special proclamation on September 26, 2007. Commissioner of Georgia's Technical Colleges to Visit CTC September 20, 2007 - In his statewide effort to be more in tune with Georgia's technical colleges and their needs, the Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, Mr. Ron Jackson, will visit Columbus Technical College on Tuesday, September 25, 2007. Partnership Benefits Children with Autism September 19, 2007 - Columbus Technical College is partnering with a local autism support group (Muscogee County Autism Support Group [MCASG]), the Muscogee County School District, and the future Autism Hope Center in an initiative to train caregivers who work with autistic children. Columbus Tech and Quick Start in the News September 19, 2007 - Columbus Technical College and the Quick Start program were credited with helping the Chamber of Commerce bring Cessna expansion to Columbus. 'Lighthouse' Event Showcases Best of the Best September 18, 2007 - Columbus Technical College was well-represented at the annual Lighthouse conference last week in Augusta. Columbus Technical College Nursing Instructor Lisa O'Steen competed with 34 other Rick Perkins winners from across Georgia for Teacher of the Year. While she didn't win, Lisa O'Steen served Columbus Technical College well and the school couldn't be more proud. Former Army Ranger Earns Nursing Scholarship September 12, 2007 - Columbus Technical College nursing student, Sergio Arce, has been named the proud and deserving recipient of the W.G. Hartline Scholarship. The $500 scholarship will help offset the cost of tuition and fees for the former Army Ranger. Technical Colleges and Quick Start Partnership September 10, 2007 - The partnership between Columbus Technical College and the Georgia Quick Start program was recently featured in the local news. Technical Colleges' State Board Approves Budget September 6, 2007 - The state board that oversees the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) today approved a $385.7 million budget that includes a $5 per credit hour increase in student tuition. The board’s approval came during its monthly meeting, which was held at Coosa Valley Technical College in Rome. Georgia’s technical college tuition has been and will continue to be one of the lowest among the southern states. August 2007'Table Clinics' by CTC Dental Hygiene Students August 21, 2007 - On Friday August 24, 2007, Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene students will put their learning on the table - literally. As part of the requirements for this program, students must present a table clinic. This is an informal tabletop presentation using oral communication and visual media to inform, clarify and/or review material on a topic. Columbus Technical College Welcomes Respiratory Care Professionals August 17, 2007 - Columbus Technical College played host to the first annual Greater Chattahoochee Respiratory Conference on Friday, August 17, 2007. More than 80 participants registered for this important conference. The participants heard from experts in the field of respiratory care from all over the South (Alabama, Florida, Georgia and North Carolina). Dental Hygiene Students Earn $500 each in Scholarship Money August 9, 2007 - Columbus Technical College Dental Hygiene students Dawn Hunsinger and Leslie Ann Mallory each have $500 to help offset the cost of finishing school. The Emilie T. Fisher Foundation for Dental Education in Georgia, Inc. provided the $1,000 total scholarship money for two students (seniors) to use toward the cost of tuition and supplies. Columbus Technical College Helps Launch Careers August 8, 2007 - Help is on the way for job-seekers in the Chattahoochee Valley. On Wednesday, August 22, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Columbus Technical College's Patrick Hall will set the stage for 50-plus employers who want to meet potential employees face-to-face. July 2007Columbus Technical College Students Win HERO Scholarships July 25, 2007 - Two Columbus Technical College students have been awarded the HERO (Helping Educate Reservists and their Offspring) Scholarship in the amount of $700 each. Students Monty Eller (Internet Specialist Degree) and Roberto Martinez (Management Supervisory Development Diploma) each received $700 for Spring Quarter, 2007. The extra money helped Eller and Martinez put their minds at ease about educational expenses. Stay-in-School Grant Awarded to CTC July 25, 2007 - Columbus Technical College (CTC) has been awarded a $53,207 grant aimed at helping young people stay in school. The “Stay in School” grant is a competitive grant, totaling $1 million; it is funded through Georgia’s Stay in School program. Columbus Technical College Student Wins National Competition July 24, 2007 - Columbus Technical College Management Student, Christa Stephens, beat out the rest of the country at the National Phi Beta Lambda Institute for Leaders and Leadership recently. The Competition and Conference was held June 23 - 26 in Chicago. Columbus Technical College Faculty On the Move July 11, 2007 - Two Columbus Technical College faculty members were featured in the Ledger-Enquirer's On the Move section on July 9, 2007. Columbus Technical College Named "Favorite College" by Ledger-Enquirer Readers July 9, 2007 - Look for the special edition of the Columbus Ledger Enquirer featuring Reader's Choice Award winners on July 15, 2007. Columbus Technical College Team Brings Home SkillsUSA Gold! July 3, 2007 - The Health Knowledge Bowl Team from Columbus Technical College earned first place bragging rights in the recent National SkillsUSA competition. The competition was held in Kansas City, Missouri June 25-30, 2007. Columbus Technical College Major Appliance Technology student, Keith Evans, won fourth place in his arena. Lisa O'Steen Receives Columbus Technical College's 2007 Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Education July 2, 2007 - Columbus Technical College is proud to announce that Nursing Instructor Lisa O'Steen is the winner of its 2007 Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Education. June 2007Cosmetology and Automotive Service Excellence Graduates Pass Exams June 14, 2007 - Recent graduates of the School of Professional and Technical Services passed certification exams with flying colors. May 2007Georgia Invests in Columbus Technical College May 31, 2007 - It's official. The Georgia General Assembly has passed and Governor Sonny Perdue has signed a budget for the state which includes $16.285 million toward a new health sciences facility on the site of Columbus Technical College's new campus on River Road. Georgia's Technical College Presidents Sign "5-Star" Statement of Support for the Georgia National Guard and Reserve May 31, 2007 - Columbus Technical College, along with the rest of Georgia's technical colleges, has signed a special "5-Star" Statement of Support for the men and women who serve in the National Guard and Reserves. Columbus Technical College to Graduate Largest Class Ever May 30, 2007 - Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 5, 2007 at 7:30 PM. That's when Columbus Technical College will hold its Summer Commencement ceremony at the Civic Center, boasting the largest number of graduates ever in attendance! More than 1,600 students have completed the course requirements for their programs to make them eligible for graduation. Trying to Save on Fuel Costs? Less Consumption is Best! May 23, 2007 - Columbus Technical College's Director of Professional & Technical Services, Tommy Wilson, was interviewed by Columbus Community News Reporter, Beth Welch, on how to get the best possible gas mileage for your vehicle. Columbus Technical College Students Inducted into Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Honor Society May 1, 2007 - Eight Columbus Technical College students have earned a place among the radiological elite. The Lambda Nu Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Honor Society has a chapter at Columbus Technical College. On April 16, 2007, Lambda Nu welcomed Alicia Ahland-Parke, Ron Bartlett, Nancy Fields, Tessa McEwen, Ashley Mercer, Sandy Miller, Teresa Reid and Christopher Turner. April 2007Columbus Technical College Students Win Big at Statewide Competition April 24, 2007 - Columbus Technical College students represented their College well at a statewide SkillsUSA competition at the Heart of Georgia Technical College in Dublin over the weekend of April 21, 2007. The students who earned "gold" medals will compete nationally June 26 - 29 in Kansas City, Missouri. Four Students Receive Radiology Scholarship April 19, 2007 - Four Columbus Technical College Radiology students will be getting a helping hand with their school expenses, thanks to a special scholarship program. Each year, two seniors and two freshmen from Columbus Technical College are awarded the Aranas Scholarship for Radiology. The winners for 2007 are: Sandy Miller and Theresa Reid (seniors) and Lori Fuller and Philip Andrews (freshmen). Environmental Horticulture Student Named Columbus Technical College GOAL Winner for 2007 April 11, 2007 - Darren Pearce, an Environmental Horticulture student at Columbus Technical College, was named the local winner of the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL). In order to be named Columbus Technical College's GOAL winner, Darren went through a series of interviews with faculty members and a Selection Committee made up of area business and industry leaders. New Career Paths April 6, 2007 - Some Columbus residents are on the road to new careers with the help of Columbus Technical College. Many former Char-broil employees are getting a new start by enrolling in programs such as Nursing and Information Technology. March 2007Columbus Technical College Names GOAL Finalists March 16, 2007 - At a ceremony on March 8, 2007, Columbus Technical College announced the names of the four finalists for the area's Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL). The nominees are:
Kellogg's SNACKS Named Regional Manufacturer of the Year March 15, 2007 - At a ceremony at Columbus Technical College on March 13, 2007, Kellogg's SNACKS was named the Region's Manufacturer of the Year in honor of Manufacturing Appreciation Week (MAW). The Economic Development Division of Columbus Technical College nominated Kellogg's SNACKS because of the company's commitment to three criteria: performance as a responsible corporate citizen, economic impact and workforce excellence. Genealogist Ken Thomas Provides Insight into Local History March 8, 2007 - The Columbus Technical College Humanities Department welcomed renowned Genealogist and Columbus native, Ken Thomas, on Thursday, March 8, 2007. The topic of his address was "Place Names of Columbus and Muscogee." Dual Enrollment Academy a Huge Success March 8, 2007 - The first Dual Enrollment Academy Night at Columbus Technical College on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 was a huge success. A total of 122 high school students registered for the event. Many of them expressed interest in enrolling at Columbus Technical College for their postsecondary educational needs. February 2007Tomorrow's Workforce... Today Receives $1M Boost from The Synovus Foundation February 16, 2007 - The first capital campaign benefiting Columbus Technical College is receiving its second $1 million investment in less than one month! The Synovus Foundation Chairman, Rep. Calvin Smyre, has announced a $1 million investment in the Tomorrow's Workforce Today campaign. Steve Melton, President of Columbus Bank and Trust and Synovus Regional CEO, and Kathelen Amos, President of The Aflac Foundation, Inc., are co-chairing the campaign. Columbus Technical College Foundation Begins "Tomorrow's Workforce Today" Television Campaign February 8, 2007 - The Columbus Technical College Foundation produced four television commercials to support its "Tomorrow's Workforce Today" capital campaign. January 2007Dan and Kathelen Amos Commit $1 Million to Columbus Technical College in Donation Challenge January 18, 2007 - Columbus, GA - Amoses encourage Columbus community to match donation supporting campaign to grow local workforce of health care professionals. Funding for Columbus Technical College Recommended by Governor January 11, 2007 - Columbus Technical College received some good news late Wednesday afternoon. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue announced that as part of his proposed budget, he is following the lead of the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education (DTAE) in recommending that state funding to construct a new Health Sciences building for Columbus Technical College be approved. An estimated $16.28 million is being earmarked for this project. Last updated: March 4, 2010.
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