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September 2, 2026

New Georgia Highlands Education Lab Gives Future Teachers Classroom Experience

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Future teachers at Georgia Highlands College will now have an opportunity to practice their skills in a setting designed to closely resemble the classrooms where they will eventually work.

September 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Named Among Nation’s Best Colleges For 2027

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Berry College is one of just seven Georgia colleges and universities included in The Princeton Review’s newly released list of the nation’s best colleges for 2027.

August 26, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

University System Of Georgia Reports Record $25.1 Billion Economic Impact

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Georgia’s public colleges and universities generated a record $25.1 billion economic impact during fiscal year 2025, according to a new University System of Georgia study.

August 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Offering Eight-Week Fall Mini-Mester Beginning In October

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Students who missed the start of the traditional fall semester still have another opportunity to begin classes this year at Georgia Northwestern Technical College.

August 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Named Among Nation’s Best By The Princeton Review

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Berry College has again earned national recognition as one of the country’s best institutions for undergraduate education, according to the latest college guide from The Princeton Review.

August 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Automation Technology Students Find Career Opportunities At Georgia Power

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Automation Technology program is helping prepare students for careers in the energy industry, including opportunities with Georgia Power.

August 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Nearly $11 Billion In Georgia Student Loans Now In Default

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Hundreds of thousands of Georgians are in default on their federal student loans, with the amount of defaulted debt across the state now approaching $11 billion.

August 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Demolition Of Historic Buildings Draws Alumni Backlash

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Berry College is facing criticism from alumni and historic preservation advocates following the demolition of two of the college’s oldest buildings, prompting calls for greater transparency about how the Rome college handles its historic properties.

August 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Highlands College Celebrates Milestone of Serving More Than 250,000 Community Members

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Georgia Highlands College is celebrating a major milestone, announcing it has served more than 250,000 community members since the institution was founded more than 50 years ago. The achievement reflects the college’s longstanding commitment to providing higher education opportunities across Northwest Georgia while continuing to expand its academic programs, enrollment and community partnerships.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Fall Admission Deadline Approaching August 4

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Students planning to attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College this fall are encouraged to complete their applications soon. The fall admissions deadline is Tuesday, August 4.

GNTC offers more than 200 degree, diploma and certificate programs across six campus locations in Northwest Georgia. Programs include aviation and industrial technologies, business, cybersecurity, health sciences, nursing, and public service careers.

The college also offers hands-on training, financial aid opportunities, and says many programs provide strong job placement opportunities for graduates.

Prospective students can apply online by visiting gntc.edu/admissions/apply before the August 4 deadline.