SGTC Vice President of Academic Affairs Julie Partain graduates from Technical College System of Ga Senior Leadership Academy

October 30, 2024
SGTC Vice President of Academic Affairs Julie Partain (center) is shown at the TCSG Leadership Academy Graduation ceremony with TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier, and TCSG President Executive Leadership and Talent Initiatives Dr. Alvetta P. Thomas.
SGTC Vice President of Academic Affairs Julie Partain (center) is shown at the TCSG Leadership Academy Graduation ceremony with TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier, and TCSG President Executive Leadership and Talent Initiatives Dr. Alvetta P. Thomas.

SAVANNAH, GA—South Georgia Technical College Vice President of Academic Affairs Julie Partain successfully completed the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Senior Leadership Academy, a transformative professional development program aimed at advancing careers within TCSG and its 22 colleges. The graduation ceremony celebrated the achievements of 26 dedicated participants who have demonstrated exceptional leadership potential during the TCSG Leadership Conference in Savannah.

“The graduates of our Senior Leadership Academy represent the future of leadership across our technical colleges,” said TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier. “These talented individuals have demonstrated a strong commitment to student success and workforce development, and I am confident they will continue to drive positive change for Georgia’s communities.”

SGTC’s Partain (front row left – red jacket) is shown above with the other graduates of the TCSG Leadership Academy.

The Senior Leadership Academy is a flagship initiative of TCSG designed to identify, nurture, and equip leaders within the organization with the skills and knowledge required to excel in leadership roles. It is a yearlong program divided into eight two-day sessions. The cohort received 160 hours of content, including 18 hours of leadership training through the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

“Our graduates from this year’s Senior Leadership Academy embody the values and vision that drive the Technical College System of Georgia,” said TCSG President of Executive Leadership and Talent Initiatives, Dr. Alvetta Thomas. “Their journey through this program has equipped them with enhanced skills and insights that will empower them to make a lasting impact across our campuses and communities. We are proud of their growth and the fresh perspectives they bring to the future of technical education in Georgia.”

The Academy is designed to provide participants with greater understanding of the operation and administrative functions of TCSG and its colleges such as strategic planning, data driven decision making, budgeting, student affairs, compliance, workforce development, and legal services, among others.

The following individuals make up the 2024 Senior Leadership Academy graduating class:

  • Michele Lilly-Williams – Albany Technical College
  • Al McCall – Athens Technical College
  • Dr. Katrina Hunter – Atlanta Technical College
  • Quentin Cooks – Augusta Technical College
  • Dr. Alvin Harmon – Central Georgia Technical College
  • Jason Tanner – Chattahoochee Technical College
  • Stephanie Roberts – Coastal Pines Technical College
  • Dr. Matt Dennis – Columbus Technical College
  • Legare’ Price – Georgia Northwestern Technical College
  • Dr. Alvie Coes, III – Georgia Piedmont Technical College
  • Rebecca Alexander – Gwinnett Technical College
  • Anthony Hardy – Lanier Technical College
  • Amy Hulsey – North Georgia Technical College
  • M. Katrina Burden – Oconee Fall Line Technical College
  • Christy Rikard – Ogeechee Technical College
  • Dr. Lonnie Griffin – Savannah Technical College
  • Julie Partain – South Georgia Technical College
  • Amanda Lively – Southeastern Technical College
  • Kimberly Register – Southern Crescent Technical College
  • Brittany Bryant – Southern Regional Technical College
  • Steve Cromer – West Georgia Technical College
  • Michael Williams – Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
  • Dr. Deona Carter – Technical College System of Georgia
  • Joseph Echols – Technical College System of Georgia
  • Christine Green – Technical College System of Georgia
  • Corinna Robinson – Technical College System of Georgia

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About the Technical College System of Georgia

The 22 colleges of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) are Georgia’s top resource for skilled workers. TCSG offers world-class training in more than 600 associate degree, diploma and certificate programs to students who are trained on state-of-the-art equipment by instructors who are experts in their fields. The system also houses Georgia’s Office of Adult Education, which promotes and provides adult literacy and education programs, including the GED® testing program, throughout the state. In addition, TCSG partners with companies through Quick Start, the nation’s top customized workforce training program, and through its individual colleges, who work with local industry to provide workforce and training solutions. For more information, visit www.TCSG.edu.

South Georgia Technical College

South Georgia Technical College began operation in 1948 and is the second oldest technical college in Georgia.  It is one of only two technical colleges in Georgia with on-campus housing.  SGTC has been ranked as the top technical college in Georgia for five consecutive years and offers students the “complete college experience” with nationally ranked academic programs, student activities and intercollegiate athletics.  The college offers over 200 associate degree, diploma, and short-term technical certificate of credit programs of study. For more information, visit www.southgatech.edu.