#1327 | November 28, 2012

SAVANNAH – The Savannah Technical College Foundation Community Council raised just under $5,000 in the first Bistro Savoir pre-Thanksgiving sale of artisan breads and desserts made by students in the College’s Culinary Arts baking and pastry program.

      “We really weren’t sure what to expect, so to sell out nearly everything we offered is tremendous,” said Gail Eubanks, STC executive director of institutional advancement and communications. “More than 150 people ordered and were delighted with their purchase, many even asked to be notified when we do this again.” Proceeds from the sale will go toward the purchase of a $16,000 commercial wood-fired oven that will be used in the College’s new baking and pastry program. “We knew we wouldn’t be able to fund the purchase of the oven this time. The response was so terrific, we are already planning our next sale in the spring.”

      The Community Council is a volunteer group of up and coming young professionals who advocate for the College in our community. For the Bistro Savoir sale, Council members hosted tastings in a variety of public and private venues. One tasting, sponsored by National Office Systems, directly resulted in $800 in orders, according to Eubanks.

     The baking and pastry program, begun in Fall 2102, is the only specialty program of its kind in the Technical College System of Georgia. The curriculum focuses on the art of creating tasty baked goods, pastries, and confections, from traditional bread baking to beautiful showpieces. Students learn a variety of international and classical pastries and desserts using basic and advanced techniques, which meet industry quality standards. Nearly 30 students are currently enrolled in the program. Many students complete the traditional Culinary Arts curriculum and then continue their studies in baking and pastry.

#1326 | November 21, 2012

SAVANNAH – Savannah Technical College’s Professional Continuing Education will offer a new course, “Understanding Heat Pumps” from 8 a.m. until noon on December 8 at the STC Savannah Campus (5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, 31405).

     The four-hour course will include basic heat pump operation, system components and defrost cycle along with specifics for air source, dual fuel and geothermal heat pumps.

     The $250 registration is non-refundable. To register for the course and for payment, contact Reeshemah Johnson 912.443.5808. Credit and/or debit card payments may be made via telephone. Money order, personal or cashier’s checks made payable to Savannah Technical College will only be accepted at the Crossroads Campus.

     Air conditioning technicians are in high demand. According to the U.S. Department of Labor during the next decade, job growth in the industry is expected to soar at 34 percent – faster than most other industries. With an average wage of nearly $43K per year, there’s no wonder why HVAC is in such high demand.

     Savannah Tech offers an associate degree, diploma and technical certificates of credit in air conditioning that prepare students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Program graduates are trained in everything from heating and air conditioning to refrigeration, ventilation, and humidity control for all types of buildings – often referred to throughout industry as HVACR. These courses are offered through the Industrial Technology division at the Savannah and Liberty campuses.

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For questions about the course:
Bob Barringer (Industrial Technology)
912.443.5866 or rbarringer@savannahtech.edu

For registration and payment information:
Reeshemah Johnson 912.443.5808 or rjohnson@savannahtech.edu

Media Contact:
Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512
ashaffer@savannahtech.edu

#1325 | November 14, 2012

Savannah Tech offers First Friday Health and Wellness Symposium

December 7 – Diabetes Risk and Prevention

SAVANNAH – Savannah Technical College’s Professional Continuing Education and the College’s Health Sciences Division will host a series of community lectures entitled, “First Friday Health and Wellness Symposium.” This free series is open to the public and will be held in Academic Commons Room 7126 at the College’s Savannah Campus (5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, 31405).

    The seminar at 10 a.m., on Friday, December 7, 2012, is “Who’s at Risk for Diabetes and How to Prevent it.” The seminar will be led by Bonnie Hutchison, a diabetes education specialist at the Diabetes Management Center at St. Joseph’s/Candler, who has been a certified diabetes educator for the past 15 years.

    The lecture will help those that are at high risk for diabetes or are pre-diabetic learn how to lower their risk for the onset of diabetes through better nutrition, exercise, stress management and medication, if needed. Topics include: what is diabetes vs. pre-diabetes; Risk factors; Signs and symptoms; the role of exercise; making healthy food choices (portion sizes, reading a food label, meal planning); and Healthy weight and tips for reaching and maintaining. Reservations are recommended by calling 912.443.5808.

   Savannah Technical College’s Professional Continuing Education pledges to provide professional short-term job training and community interest classes for the College’s four-county service area and offers many paths to high-wage, high-performance careers. No previous college experience, entrance exams or high school diploma/GED are required to participate in Professional Continuing Education classes.

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Seminar Information/Registration:
Reeshemah Johnson
912.443.5808
rjohnson@savannahtech.edu

Media Contact:
Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512
ashaffer@savannahtech.edu

#1324 | November 6, 2012

SAVANNAH – Mr. Terry Lemmons and Ms. Mary Warnell were sworn in as members of the Savannah Technical College Board of Directors at a recent meeting by Judge Steven Scheer. Both were appointed to serve on the STC board of directors by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) state board.

     Terry Lemmons is vice president of Willis Insurance Services. Previously, he was vice president and market growth and development consultant for Wells Fargo Insurance Services and was responsible for the Southeast Georgia/Southeast SC/North Florida region’s new client sales of employee benefits and property and casualty insurance.

     Mary Warnell is the mayor for the City of Pembroke, Ga., and treasurer for Groveland Farms. She served as a board member of the Bryan County Board of Education from 2003 through 2010.

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For More Information Contact:
Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512
ashaffer@savannahtech.edu

#1323 | November 5, 2012

TCSG Honors Program Performance for STC Adult Education

SAVANNAH – Recently, the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Office of Adult Education recognized Savannah Technical College’s Adult Education Program for exceeding educational gain benchmarks in fiscal year 2012 (July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012). These goals were set for Adult Basic Education (ABE) and Adult Secondary Education (ASE).

     This award recognizes the program’s performance in improving student academic performance. Across the two categories, there were six goals that the program met.ABE and ASE students currently make up 89% of the Savannah Tech’s Adult Education Program.

     Adult Education is considered a public educational benefit, so classes are free to U.S. citizens and individuals with appropriate immigration paperwork. Students are placed into classes at one of six levels based on their Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) results. Each subject: reading, math and language has its own level. Each student has a personal plan, and instructors counsel students on their next step(s) toward reaching their personal, academic or career goal(s).

      To be eligible for the Adult Education program, applicants must meet all of the following requirements: 16 years of age or older, withdrawn or otherwise not enrolled in school, a U.S. citizen or legal residency status, appropriate Adult Education program documentation – completed and submitted, and complete the Adult Education program admission process.

     Savannah Technical College teaches adult education classes in Bryan, Chatham, Effingham and Liberty Counties with multiple locations in each community including College’s campuses in Savannah, Rincon and Hinesville. For information, contact Adult Education at 912.443.5446 or visit http://www.savannahtech.edu/cwo/GED_Adult_Education and look for the GED Computer-Based Testing Registration Information link.

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Media Contact:
Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512
ashaffer@savannahtech.edu

#1322 | November 5, 2012

SAVANNAH – Savannah Technical College Department Head for Emergency Medical Services and Paramedicine Walter Webel was recently recognized by the Board of Directors of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for achieving 20 consecutive years as a nationally recognized EMT.

     To maintain his status as a nationally registered EMT, Webel completed, on a biennial basis, the most comprehensive recertification program for EMTs in America. He not only completed courses to refresh his fundamental knowledge and skills, but also attended a minimum of two hours per month of additional continuing education courses to advance his knowledge on new lifesaving skills.

      By maintaining his nationally registered status and completing regular continuing education course, Webel is among the few elite EMTs with the most training in pre-hospital emergency medical care in the nation. Webel was nationally registered as a Paramedic in 1990 and has been serving in the Coastal Empire since 1991.

     The NREMT serves as the national EMS certification organization by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice by EMS professionals throughout their careers and by maintaining a registry of certification status.

      With America’s aging population, the demand for EMS professionals is expected to grow steadily in the coming years. And, their skills are becoming more critical as many area hospitals and trauma centers offer specialized treatments requiring ambulance transport from community hospitals to specialty providers. Savannah Tech offers programs for Emergency Medical Services and Paramedicine Technology through its Health Sciences Division. Offered at the Savannah campus and on post at the Fort Stewart Army Education Center, the EMS faculty members are practitioners as well as teachers. Like Webel, they’ve been there, done that and want to help students learn. For information, contact Webel at wwebel@savannahtech.edu or 912.443.5818.

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Walter Webel
Paramedicine/Emergency Medical Services Dept. Head
912.443.5818
wwebel@savannahtech.edu

Media Contact:
Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512
ashaffer@savannahtech.edu