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Jobs for the Future Partners with Truist Foundation to Accelerate Economic Mobility in Several Regions Across the United StatesIn late June, Jobs for the Future (JFF), a national nonprofit that drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems, announced its partnership with Truist Foundation to improve economic […]
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Forsyth Tech’s Davis iTEC Cybersecurity Center Retains National Center of Academic Excellence Designation Through 2029We are proud to announce that its Davis iTec Cybersecurity Center has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) through the 2029 academic year. […]
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Forsyth Tech Foundation Celebrates Leadership TransitionThe Forsyth Tech Foundation announced a leadership transition as Precious Quire-McCloud, Senior Vice President for Diversity and Social Responsibility at Truliant Federal Credit Union, succeeded Brent Collins, Senior Vice President […]
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Forsyth Tech’s College Lift Program Celebrates First GraduatesCollege Lift, a program launched in 2017, graduated its first class this school year. A graduation celebration was held in June at Forsyth Tech’s Mazie Woodruff Aviation Center with students, […]
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Duke Energy Grant Funds New Lineworker EquipmentGraduates of the 64th class of Forsyth Tech’s lineworker program benefited from new equipment and training aids made possible by a $35,000 Duke Energy grant. Of that, $25,000 was allocated […]
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Forsyth Tech to Offer Women’s Volleyball, Men’s Basketball in the 2025-26 School YearForsyth Technical Community College is proud to announce a milestone in our journey to bring athletics back to the college: the introduction of men’s basketball and women’s volleyball as our […]
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Dr. Stacy Waters-Bailey Appointed to AACC Commission on Diversity, Equity and InclusionForsyth Technical Community College is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Stacy Waters-Bailey, Vice President of Transfer Excellence & Success, to the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Commission […]
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Forsyth Tech Will Offer CDL TrainingForsyth Tech is excited to announce the launch of a new Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to obtain their CDL. […]
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Forsyth Technical Community College and Western Governors University Sign Transfer AgreementJune 17, 2024 marked a significant milestone for Forsyth Tech as we entered into a transfer agreement with Western Governors University (WGU), an innovative online institution. This partnership aims to […]
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University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education Releases “Change Leadership Toolkit: Forsyth Technical Community College”If you’ve been following our work, you know that Forsyth Tech has successfully leveraged the strategic planning process to redesign student advising and support services, achieving remarkable improvements in student […]
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Understanding the Next NC ScholarshipWhat is the Next NC Scholarship? The Next NC Scholarship is a financial aid program that combines the federal Pell Grant with state-funded financial aid to create a simplified and […]
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Forsyth Tech Prepares First Responder Trainees for In-Demand JobsForsyth Tech’s Northwest campus offers degree programs and broad learning in many areas, from firefighter training to forensics. Law enforcement professionals and firefighters are in particularly high demand, and training […]
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From Forsyth Tech to the Foundation of Garanco: The Journey of a Lifelong BuilderNestled in the heart of North Carolina, the quaint town of Pilot Mountain is home to an extraordinary individual whose life’s work is literally set in stone and blueprint. This […]
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Forsyth Tech is Partner in First Center for Sustainable ProteinIn a groundbreaking development, NC State University announced on Friday, May 31, that it has been awarded a $30 million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund to establish a new […]
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State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) Foundation Awards $18,000 Grant to Forsyth Tech to Support Workforce EducationForsyth Technical Community College (Forsyth Tech) is thrilled to announce the receipt of an $18,000 grant from the State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) Foundation as part of the 2023-24 SECU […]
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Forsyth Tech Student, Will Winfrey, Wins 2024 Winslow CupIn an impressive showing at this year’s North Carolina Society of Radiologic Technologists (NCSRT) Annual Conference, student Will Winfrey clinched the 2024 Winslow Cup. The award, which was presented during […]
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Athletics Program Coming to Forsyth TechForsyth Tech has taken a significant step forward in the development of its new athletics program with the appointment of Athletic Director Shelly Barnes. Barnes, who assumed her role mid-March, […]
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Students Prepare for Future Jobs with Tool KitsThe Tools for the Trade scholarships were awarded to eight students in Forsyth Tech’s HVAC, plumbing, and electrical programs, thanks to scholarships provided by Gwyn Services in collaboration with the […]
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Forsyth Tech Announces 2024 Commencement Speaker: Rusty LaRueForsyth Tech is thrilled to announce that Rusty LaRue, COO of Dairi-O Restaurants and a former professional athlete, will deliver the keynote address at its commencement ceremony on May 8, […]
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Forsyth Tech Celebrates Record-Breaking Phi Theta Kappa Induction and Inaugural National Technical Honor Society CeremonyForsyth Technical Community College is proud to announce the recent induction ceremonies of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS), marking significant milestones […]
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The Return of the Community Farmers Markets at Forsyth Tech: A Fresh Take on Local ProduceIn an era where community and sustainability have never been more important, Forsyth Technical Community College takes a stand in supporting local agriculture and providing fresh, local produce to the […]
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Blaze Drops “Buckaroo Blaze” – New Album Out Now!Our beloved mascot, Blaze, has set the music world on fire with the release of “Buckaroo Blaze,” a riveting homage to her life at Forsyth Tech so far. This instantly […]
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Ambassador Katherine Tai’s Engaging Visit to Forsyth Tech: Bridging the Human Side of Trade PoliciesIn an engaging visit that showcased the profound interconnectedness of global economics, policy-making, and individual livelihoods, United States Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai shared her insights at Forsyth Tech during […]
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The Hon. Judge Ashleigh Parker Speaks on POWER, Delivers Inspirational Keynote AddressWe were honored to host Judge Ashleigh Parker, who serves as a District Court Judge for Wake County, for our Black History Month Keynote Address speaker on February 21, 2024. […]
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Celebrating Black History & Excellence with Fuse GreenIn celebration of Black History Month and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Forsyth Technical Community College is honored to spotlight the remarkable work of Fuse Green, an American artist […]