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The James M. Dye Foundation’s third Birdies for Bucks Golf Classic was another huge success and will have a direct impact on South Georgia State College students seeking to earn a college degree. The event, held April 21 at the Okefenokee Country Club, raised over $16,000 for the Foundation’s Gap Fund Program. “The success of this year’s tournament is a testament to the commitment of each sponsor, player, and volunteer to both South Georgia State College and the ultimate success of our students,” said SGSC Interim President Dr. Greg Tanner. “This tournament helps our students realize the dream…

The James M. Dye Foundation’s third Birdies for Bucks Golf Classic was another huge success and will have a direct impact on South Georgia State College students seeking to earn a college degree. The event, held April 21 at the Okefenokee Country Club, raised over $16,000 for the Foundation’s Gap Fund Program. “The success of this year’s tournament is a testament to the commitment of each sponsor, player, and volunteer to both South Georgia State College and the ultimate success of our students,” said SGSC Interim President Dr. Greg Tanner. “This tournament helps our students realize the dream…

The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been named the number one program in the state of Georgia for 2023, according to NursingProcess.org. The ranking was based on the students’ National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) pass rates. According to Nursing Process.org “Mainly, we have captured four broad areas, such as academic quality, NCLEX-RN exam performance, affordability, and the overall reputation of a school.” The rankings and methodology can be found at this link https://www.nursingprocess.org/nursing-schools/georgia/. Georgianne Bauer, RN, MSN, who was recently named the Director of the ASN Program…

The Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been named the number one program in the state of Georgia for 2023, according to NursingProcess.org. The ranking was based on the students’ National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) pass rates. According to Nursing Process.org “Mainly, we have captured four broad areas, such as academic quality, NCLEX-RN exam performance, affordability, and the overall reputation of a school.” The rankings and methodology can be found at this link https://www.nursingprocess.org/nursing-schools/georgia/. Georgianne Bauer, RN, MSN, who was recently named the Director of the ASN Program…

By Amy Hancock, SGSC Communications Sometimes opening a simple envelope is enough to brighten one’s day. That is the case for Dr. Greg Tanner, Interim President at South Georgia State College in Douglas, Georgia. As Dr. Tanner was checking mail in his campus office, he came across one that was simply addressed to the President at South Georgia College, but what caught his eye was that it was sent from Stockton, California. As he opened the envelope and took out the folded letter, a postcard fell on his desk. The picture on the postcard was an…

By Amy Hancock, SGSC Communications Sometimes opening a simple envelope is enough to brighten one’s day. That is the case for Dr. Greg Tanner, Interim President at South Georgia State College in Douglas, Georgia. As Dr. Tanner was checking mail in his campus office, he came across one that was simply addressed to the President at South Georgia College, but what caught his eye was that it was sent from Stockton, California. As he opened the envelope and took out the folded letter, a postcard fell on his desk. The picture on the postcard was an…

Members of Coffee High FCCLA attended the FCCLA State Leadership Conference and STAR Events Competition in Athens, Georgia, on March 23-25, 2023. While attending the Georgia FCCLA State Leadership Conference, students had the opportunity to expand their leadership potential and develop skills for life planning, goal setting, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal communication necessary in the workforce. The theme was “Summit of Success”, showing students as leaders, competitors, and members of FCCLA. Students heard from Summer Owens whose motto, “S.O.What!” encouraged students to realize their successes no matter what obstacles they may face. Ms. Owens provided useful strategies to…

Members of Coffee High FCCLA attended the FCCLA State Leadership Conference and STAR Events Competition in Athens, Georgia, on March 23-25, 2023. While attending the Georgia FCCLA State Leadership Conference, students had the opportunity to expand their leadership potential and develop skills for life planning, goal setting, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal communication necessary in the workforce. The theme was “Summit of Success”, showing students as leaders, competitors, and members of FCCLA. Students heard from Summer Owens whose motto, “S.O.What!” encouraged students to realize their successes no matter what obstacles they may face. Ms. Owens provided useful strategies to…

Every five years, local government entities update the Comprehensive Plan – Short Term Work Plan (STWP). Currently, city and county officials are updating the STWP for the cities of Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls and would like to receive citizen input. The City of Douglas, Southern Georgia Regional Commission, and Coffee County leaders would like to invite the public to attend the final workshop for the Comprehensive Short Term Work Plan on Thursday, May 18, 2023, 10AM at the CE Weir Center (307 E. Bryan Street). During the workshop, officials will discuss the Community Work Program’s new 5-Year…

Every five years, local government entities update the Comprehensive Plan – Short Term Work Plan (STWP). Currently, city and county officials are updating the STWP for the cities of Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls and would like to receive citizen input. The City of Douglas, Southern Georgia Regional Commission, and Coffee County leaders would like to invite the public to attend the final workshop for the Comprehensive Short Term Work Plan on Thursday, May 18, 2023, 10AM at the CE Weir Center (307 E. Bryan Street). During the workshop, officials will discuss the Community Work Program’s new 5-Year…