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September 11, 2024
Jackson EMC Grants $20K to Athens Technical College for the Construction of Simulation Lab
Athens, GA – On Friday, August 9, 2024, Jackson EMC donated $20,000 towards the construction of the new Simulation Lab on the Athens Campus of Athens Technical College. The donation was accepted by ATC President, Dr. Andrea Daniel, and Athens Tech Foundation Director, Jen Welborn during a small ceremony that took place at the Training […]
August 20, 2024
World-Class Ice Sculptor, HVAC Graduate, Makes Athena Ice Sculpture for Instructor Reception
Athens, GA – ATC graduate, Glenn Hughes, is an Ice Sculptor by trade, a pastor at Brasewell Baptist Church, and is a graduate of the HVAC Technical College Certificate program in 2022. Hughes created a beautiful ice sculpture of Athena for Gene Simmons’, long time ATC instructor, reception in July 2024. Mr. Hughes has been […]
July 16, 2024
Athens, GA – Dr. Andrea D. Daniel, President of Athens Technical College, is pleased to announce that Antoine Boynton, Sr. will be joining Athens Technical College as the Vice President for External Affairs and Institutional Advancement on July 18th, 2024. In this position, Mr. Boynton will develop strategic communications, marketing, and advertising plans for the […]
June 27, 2024
Athens, GA – The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has reaffirmed the accreditation of Athens Technical College for another 10 years. At the recent meeting in June, the SACSCOC Board of Trustees voted to approve accreditation. “This is a significant milestone for Athens Technical College, especially as the College just […]
June 14, 2024
Athens Technical College Welcomes Tony Ferguson to Board of Directors
Athens, GA – Dr. Andrea D. Daniel, President of Athens Technical College, is pleased to announce that Tony Ferguson has joined the Athens Technical College Board of Directors. Tony Ferguson serves at Georgia Power’s Northeast Region Executive. In this position, he leads the company’s external operations in twenty Northeast Georgia counties. Prior to this role, […]
May 20, 2024
President’s and Dean’s List Announced for Spring Semester 2024
Athens Technical College President, Dr. Andrea D. Daniel, has announced the students named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists for Spring Semester 2024. The President’s List includes all full-time students (enrolled for 12 or more semester credit hours) who earned a grade point average of 4.0 during spring semester. The Dean’s List is awarded to […]
May 2, 2024
Nicholas Rucker Named 2024 TCSG Student of the Year
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) announced today the state’s top technical college student for 2024. Nicholas Rucker, Physical Therapist Assistant student at Athens Technical College, was chosen as this year’s Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) winner. He was announced the winner during a banquet honoring the system’s most outstanding students and instructors […]
April 26, 2024
Athens Technical College to Hold 2024 Commencement Ceremony
ATHENS TECHNICAL COLLEGE TO HOLD 2024 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY Athens, GA – Dr. Andrea D. Daniel, President of Athens Technical College, is pleased to announce that Representative Houston Gaines, will be the key note speaker for the Athens Technical College Commencement ceremony. The ceremony will take place Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the […]
April 23, 2024
Athens Tech Foundation celebrates historic Illuminate fundraiser
Athens Tech Foundation celebrates historic Illuminate fundraiser The Athens Tech Foundation held its second annual Illuminate benefit gala Thursday, April 18 at The Classic Center in Athens, Georgia, raising over $151,000 while showcasing student stories to nearly 300 attendees. This event, organized by the Athens Tech Foundation, was held to spotlight Athens Technical College’s profound […]
March 18, 2024
Athens Tech to host ACCGov Future Land Use Planning Meeting
Athens Tech to host ACCGov Future Land Use Planning Meeting The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (ACCGov) will host a series of public input events and an online survey as part of the Planning Department’s continued efforts to update Athens-Clarke County’s Future Land Use Plan. Athens Technical College will host the first meeting on Thursday, March […]
March 5, 2024
ATC celebrates 2024 SkillsUSA Georgia Medal Winners
ATC celebrates 2024 SkillsUSA Georgia Medal Winners Athens Technical College’s SkillsUSA chapter medaled in 10 competitions with 17 total student medals and the top membership award from the Georgia SkillsUSA competition, underscoring the institution’s commitment to cultivating top-tier industry talent. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has […]
February 8, 2024
Athens Tech Foundation to celebrate second Illuminate Gala April 18
The Athens Tech Foundation is thrilled to announce the second annual Illuminate Gala, a vibrant celebration of Athens Technical College’s profound impact on workforce development. Scheduled for April 18, 2024, at The Classic Center, this event promises to build upon the success of the previous year, where an impressive $80,000 was raised. The evening will […]
February 1, 2024
Top students, instructors named at Athens Technical College for 2024
Jan. 31, 2024 Four individuals were recognized with the highest honors achievable as instructors and students at Athens Technical College in a ceremony on campus on Jan. 30. All four individuals will go on to compete for their respective statewide titles against representatives from the 21 other Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) institutions this […]
January 26, 2024
ATC to hold open house for high school equivalency, diploma programs
The Athens Technical College Adult Education Division is excited to invite the community to an open house on Feb. 20, 2024. The event aims to highlight its various programs, including the high school equivalency (HSE) and Career Plus High School options. The event will be held across all campuses and instructional sites from 5:30 to […]
January 23, 2024
Athens Technical College, Clayton State University sign paralegal articulation agreement
Morrow, GA – For the fifth time in university history, Clayton State enthusiastically met with Athens Technical College to further build upon its strong relationship. On Friday, January 19, the two institutions signed a new articulation agreement to provide students with greater educational opportunities and access to Legal and Paralegal Studies between both institutions. According to […]
January 4, 2024
President’s and Dean’s Lists Announced for Fall Semester 2023
Athens Technical College President, Dr. Andrea D. Daniel, has announced the students named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists for Fall Semester 2023. The President’s List includes all full-time students (enrolled for 12 or more semester credit hours) who earned a grade point average of 4.0 during fall semester. The Dean’s List is awarded to […]