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July 26, 2026

GNTC Receives Donation Of Hygiene Products To Help Students In Need

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a donation of personal hygiene products from the nonprofit organization On My Mother’s Shoulders, helping ensure students facing financial hardship have access to essential everyday items.

June 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Earns National Career Readiness Award

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Berry College has received national recognition for its commitment to preparing students for successful careers, earning an honorable mention from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) for career readiness excellence.

College officials said the award recognizes Berry’s distinctive LifeWorks program, which provides students with meaningful paid work experiences and professional development opportunities throughout their college careers. More than 90 percent of Berry students participate in the program, which offers over 1,000 paid student jobs across more than 180 campus departments.

According to Berry College, 85 percent of graduating seniors credit their student work experiences and supervisors with helping them achieve their career goals. The college also reports that 99 percent of graduates have achieved a positive career outcome within six months of graduation for the past six consecutive years.

Dean of Personal and Professional Development Marc Hunsaker said the recognition reflects the college’s efforts to embed career readiness throughout the student experience, while President Sandeep Mazumder noted that the program helps students connect learning with leadership and future career success.

June 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Two GNTC Students Place at National FBLA Competition

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Two Georgia Northwestern Technical College students earned finalist honors at the 2026 Future Business Leaders of America Collegiate National Leadership Conference, held June 6th through 8th in Las Vegas.

June 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Back-to-School Bash Seeks Donations as School Supply Drive Continues

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With the annual Back-to-School Bash less than a month away, organizers with Chattooga Family Connection are continuing to collect school supplies and financial donations to help local students prepare for the upcoming school year.

June 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

LMES Leadership Team Sets Goals for Year Ahead

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The leadership team at Leroy Massey Elementary School recently gathered at Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden for a planning meeting focused on the year ahead.

During the meeting, school leaders worked on setting a vision for the upcoming school year while also taking a close look at student achievement data. The goal was to establish meaningful instructional priorities designed to support student success and continued improvement.

School officials said the conversations centered on building on existing strengths, identifying areas for growth, and creating the best possible learning experiences for students.

Leroy Massey Elementary also thanked Shawn Keim and Mike Afdahl from NWRESA, along with Chattooga County Schools Chief Academic Officer Robert Beach, for their support and guidance throughout the process.

The school said the partnership helps LMES continue moving forward with purpose and excellence.

June 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Twenty-Nine Students Earn HSE Diplomas Through GNTC Youth Success Academy

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Twenty-nine students received their High School Equivalency diplomas this week through the Youth Success Academy at Georgia Northwestern Technical College.

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Students Named To GNTC President’s And Dean’s Lists

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Several Chattooga County students have been recognized by Georgia Northwestern Technical College for academic achievement during the spring 2026 semester.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Students Named Gilman Scholars

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Three Berry College students have received Gilman Scholarships to support their study abroad programs in Japan, Spain and Costa Rica this summer.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Foundation Scholarship Application Period Now Open

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Students planning to attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College now have an opportunity to apply for scholarship assistance through the GNTC Foundation.

June 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Earns A+ Financial Health Rating From Forbes For Second Straight Year

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Berry College has once again received national recognition for its financial strength, earning an A+ rating in Forbes’ 2026 College Financial Grades.