Savannah Tech creates hybrid Historic Preservation certificate

Historic Preservation students document building

Savannah, Ga. – Savannah Technical College’s Historic Preservation program has developed a hybrid program for students to take courses online and in-person to earn a technical certificate of credit (TCC).

The new Historic Preservation Program Assistant TCC has been designed to provide an academic foundation to those already working in the historic preservation field or with an interest in exploring the field. The first hybrid program of its kind provides students with the ability complete 75 percent of the material online, while still gaining relevant hands-on experience through various face-to-face group activities.

“This program is tailored to individuals that are looking to develop a fundamental and well-rounded understanding of the field of historic preservation,” said STC Historic Preservation Department Head Benjamin Curran. “This technical certificate provides a more convenient option for full-time employees in the fields of architecture, drafting, construction, community planning, or historic site administration.”

Students will learn the fundamental theories, practices, and preservation methods that will allow them the opportunity to increase their abilities to act as stewards and advocates for historic buildings and landscapes. Upon completion of the program, student wills receive a 24 credit TCC, as well as have completed two semesters worth of the academic classes required for the Historic Preservation and Restoration Associate Degree. Students enrolled full-time are projected to complete the TCC in three terms. Students enrolled in this program may qualify to receive the HOPE Career Grant.

“Our intent is to provide additional opportunities for individuals seeking to elevate themselves occupationally, or those that would like additional skills with which to protect and preserve their own communities,” said Curran.

As the only public hands-on Historic Preservation program in Georgia and one of seven in the U.S., Savannah Technical College has led the way in preservation education, specializing in training not typically held by construction workers. The program has gained international recognition and has contributed to a number of community-based preservation projects in the surrounding communities. Traditional Building Magazine named Savannah Tech’s Historic Preservation program one of the nation’s Up and Coming programs.

STC’s fall semester starts August 20, and new students are encouraged to apply by August 3. For more information visit:www.savannahtech.edu/CenterTraditionalCraft, www.savannahtech.edu/HPHybrid, or contact STC’s Historic Preservation Department Head Benjamin Curran at bcurran@savannahtech.edu or 912.443.5864.

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1904 | July 30, 2018

Historic Preservation Academic Advisor: Secene Dorsey
912.443.5859 or ssdorsey@savannahtech.edu

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

Savannah Technical College serves Coastal Georgia with quality, market-driven technical education with campus locations in Chatham, Effingham and Liberty Counties. Serving more than 10,000 credit and non-credit students annually, Savannah Tech offers nearly 150 different instructional programs in Aviation Technology, Business and Professional Services, Industrial Technology, and Health Sciences in addition to Adult Education classes, industry-specific training and continuing education. The College serves as an economic and community development partner for the region, offering corporate and customized training and assessment programs for business and industry.

Savannah Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of Savannah Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Clark selected as VP Administrative Services

Connie Clark headshotSAVANNAH, Ga. – Savannah Technical College has selected Connie Clark as its vice president of administrative services. As vice president, Clark will responsible for planning, organizing and directing the overall administration of the College’s financial and student financial services operations.

Clark began her professional career in banking as the financial manager of Statesboro Federal Credit Union.  Clark began her career in higher education at Georgia Southern University in 1996 serving most recently as University Budget and Research Accounting Director.  She also previously worked as a business manager in the Office of Student Loans and as an accountant in the Office of Revenue Accounting at Georgia Southern.

She has a master of business administration (2012) and a bachelor of business administration with an emphasis in accounting (1992) from Georgia Southern University.  Clark is also a 2016 graduate of the Eagle Leadership program.

Clark served on several University System of Georgia committees and project teams including the USG Budget Issues Committee, the OneUSG Connect design and implementation team, the President Assessment Advisory team, and co-chair of the budget project team and member of the financials project team for the Armstrong/Georgia Southern Consolidation.

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1902 | July 13, 2018
Media Contact: Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512 or ashaffer@savannahtech.edu

Savannah Technical College serves Coastal Georgia with quality, market-driven technical education with campus locations in Chatham, Effingham and Liberty Counties. Serving more than 10,000 credit and non-credit students annually, Savannah Tech offers nearly 150 different instructional programs in Aviation Technology, Business and Professional Services, Industrial Technology, and Health Sciences in addition to Adult Education classes, industry-specific training and continuing education. The College serves as an economic and community development partner for the region, offering corporate and customized training and assessment programs for business and industry.

Savannah Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of Savannah Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Auto Tech student wins silver at national SkillsUSA competition

Jonathan Nary wears Skills GA medal and stands by car engine.SkillsUSA national winners on podium - Mobile Electronics Installation

Louisville, Ky. – Jonathan Nary, an Automotive Technology student at Savannah Technical College, won silver in the national SkillsUSA mobile electronics competition recently. The national competition was held during the 54th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Louisville, Ky.

The SkillsUSA Mobile Electronics Installation competition evaluates each contestant’s preparation for employment and recognizes outstanding students for excellence and professionalism in the field of mobile electronics installation. There is a written test based on the Mobile Electronics Certified Professional Basic Installation Technician exam produced by the Consumer Electronics Association. There is also a professional interview and five hands-on applications that include taking electrical measurements, installing consumer electronic equipment in a mobile environment, soldering, working with relay circuits and troubleshooting electronic circuitry.

Nary is continuing his Automotive Technology coursework at STC’s Liberty Campus this semester, while working as an installer at Extreme Audio.

To qualify for the national team, STC competitors won gold in seven categories on the state level earlier this year:

  • Mechatronics: Miguel Gonzales and Robert Griner (Industrial Maintenance Systems);
  • Carpentry: Taylor McMasters (Construction Management);
  • Cosmetology: Rachel Nelson (Cosmetology);
  • Nail Care: Whitney Turnquest (Cosmetology);
  • Mobile Electronics Installation: Jonathan Nary (Automotive Technology);
  • Welding Art Sculpture: Erin Klienweber (Welding & Joining);
  • Nurse Assisting: Jannie Jason (Practical Nursing).

About SkillsUSA SkillsUSA is a career and technical student organization that annually serves more than 320,000 high school, college and postsecondary students–and their instructors–in technical, skilled and service-occupation instructional programs. SkillsUSA is a national, nonprofit student organization that has developed more than 10 million workers through active partnerships between employers and educators. Hundreds of American industries have turned to SkillsUSA as the source for employees who exemplify “Champions at Work” in both skills and attitudes. SkillsUSA’s mission is to empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens. At the heart of this mission are SkillsUSA’s core values: integrity, responsibility, citizenship, service and respect.

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#1901 | July 12, 2018
Media Contact: Amy Shaffer, APR
912.443.5512 or ashaffer@savannahtech.edu

Savannah Technical College serves Coastal Georgia with quality, market-driven technical education with campus locations in Chatham, Effingham and Liberty Counties. Serving more than 10,000 credit and non-credit students annually, Savannah Tech offers nearly 150 different instructional programs in Aviation Technology, Business and Professional Services, Industrial Technology, and Health Sciences in addition to Adult Education classes, industry-specific training and continuing education. The College serves as an economic and community development partner for the region, offering corporate and customized training and assessment programs for business and industry.

Savannah Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of Savannah Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).