Date Posted: July 1, 2024
The Southern Crescent Technical College Foundation has awarded 44 scholarships totaling $22,400 for students enrolled in the College for the Fall 2024 semester. Scholarships are funded by both internal and external donors and are awarded each semester based on specific requirements determined by the donor.
Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients:
The Tiger Campaign GED/Advancement-to-College Textbook and Toolbox Scholarship is a $250 textbook & toolbox scholarship awarded to a recent Southern Crescent Technical College GED graduate (completed within the last 24 months) who is enrolled at Southern Crescent Technical College. The scholarship is for the purchase of program-required textbooks, tools, uniforms, equipment, and/or supplies. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Alvin Walker Diesel Equipment Technology Diploma Butts
The Tiger Campaign Textbook & Toolbox Scholarship is a $250 textbook & toolbox scholarship for the purchase of program-required textbooks & tools, uniforms, equipment, and/or supplies. The Foundation awarded six $250 scholarships for a total of $1,500. The students receiving scholarships for Fall 2024 Semester are:
- Juwan Burns Computer Programming Degree Henry
- Shantail Cox Associate of Science Nursing Fulton
- Reetchny Jean-Louis Computer Programming Degree Henry
- Georgia Toomer AAS Interdisciplinary Studies, Cosmetology Houston
- Christina Girard Associate of Science Nursing Henry
- Laniah Smalls Early College Essentials Henry
The Miracle Workers Tuition Scholarship is a $900 tuition scholarship for a student who is not eligible for the HOPE Grant/Scholarship, WIOA and/or the Pell Grant and/or any other financial aid. The Tiger Campaign Miracle Workers is named in honor of the winning team for the Internal Tiger Campaign for Southern Crescent Technical College. The Foundation awarded three $900 scholarships for a total of $2,700. The students receiving scholarships for Fall 2024 semester are:
- Tamiya Eure Health Care Management Degree Clayton
- Samantha Chandler LPN/Paramedic Bridge RN Lamar
- Iris Faulkner Health Care Management Degree Spalding
The Tiger Campaign Tuition Scholarship is a $250 tuition scholarship for a student in a certificate, diploma, or degree program at Southern Crescent Technical College. The Foundation awarded five $250 scholarships for a total of $1,250. The students receiving scholarships for Fall 2024 semester are:
- Terica Brown Associate of Science Nursing Clayton
- Khyla Johnson Health Care Management DeKalb
- Robin Mark Health Care Management Degree Clayton
- Alisha Whittler Associate of Science Nursing Clayton
- Lauren Bingham AS General Studies Coweta
The Dr. Alvetta Peterman Thomas and A.J. Thomas Memorial Tuition Scholarship is a $250 tuition scholarship for a student in a certificate, diploma, or degree program. Dr. Thomas was President of Southern Crescent Technical College from 2016-2021 and took pride in building strong students, strong careers, and strong communities. Her husband, A.J., was a lifelong proponent of education who believed that education improved the quality of life for individuals and communities. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Kelechi Victor Achi-Okeke Health Care Management Degree Henry
The Bowdoin Industrial Arts Scholarship is a $1,000 tuition, textbook, and toolbox scholarship for a Southern Crescent Technical College student enrolled in the Industrial Arts/Technical Programs. $500 of the funds will be applied to tuition, and $500 will be applied to the bookstore for course-required textbooks and/or tools. This scholarship is named in memory of Southern Crescent Technical College Foundation Chair Jack Bowdoin’s father and mother and his brother and sister-in-law. The Foundation awarded one $1,000 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Kiele McCollough NCCER Welding & Joining Technology Gwinnett
The Bowdoin Medical Scholarship is a $500 tuition scholarship for a Southern Crescent Technical College student enrolled in a diploma or degree medical field of study. This scholarship is named in memory of Southern Crescent Technical College Foundation Chair Jack Bowdoin’s father and mother and his brother and sister-in-law. The Foundation awarded one $500 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Caroline Mason Associate of Science Nursing Henry
The Georgia Power Company Scholarship is a $250 textbook and toolbox scholarship funded by the Georgia Power Company for the purchase of program-required tools, uniforms and/or equipment. The Foundation awarded two $250 scholarships for a total of $500. Those receiving the scholarship for Fall 2024 semester are:
- Taniahya Scott Health Care Management Degree Fulton
- CheOhnnie Sapp Surgical Technology Degree Gwinnett
The Griffin Utility Club ASN Tuition, Textbook and Toolbox Scholarship is a $500 tuition, textbook and toolbox scholarship for a female ASN student who is a Spalding County resident and enrolled in Southern Crescent Technical College. $250 of the funds will be applied to tuition, and $250 will be applied to the bookstore for course-required textbooks and/or tools. The Griffin Utility Club was a former service organization that supported the needs of Spalding County and especially the nursing needs. The Foundation awarded one $500 scholarship for 2024 Fall semester to:
- Ibryana Green Associate of Science Nursing Spalding
The Lespedeza Fund Scholarship, honoring the memory of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Allen and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Johnson, is a $1,100 tuition, textbook & toolbox need-based scholarship awarded to a first-generation student (defined as a student whose parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have not completed a degree or any education beyond high school, and are the first in their family to attend college to attain a certificate, diploma or degree) enrolled in one of the following programs: Allied Health, Business Technology, Criminal Justice, Industrial Systems Technology, and Logistics and Supply Chain Management. The Foundation awarded seven $1,100 scholarships for a total of $7,700. The students receiving scholarships for Fall 2024 semester are:
- Megan Ellington Respiratory Care Pike
- Shannon Shelton Business Adm Technology Diploma Clayton
- Thelma Sabb Associate of Science Nursing Henry
- Jade Barget Associate of Science Nursing Butts
- Isabella Cormier Health Care Management Degree Henry
- Anna Nino Associate of Science Nursing Rockdale
- Mary Parks Radiologic Technology Spalding
The Penny Wilson “Flamingo” Scholarship is a $250 textbook & toolbox scholarship for a student in the Cosmetology program. Penny served the Griffin and surrounding communities for over 37 years with her wonderful laugh, heart of service and gift of making others not only look beautiful, but also feel beautiful. She was a graduate and recipient of the technical education here at our college, then Griffin Technical Institute. Penny had a passion not only for the beauty industry but for all who traveled her journey with her. Penny allowed herself and others to dream with their eyes wide open. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Madison Powell Cosmetology Diploma Pike
The Ralph L. Gatlin Technical Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship ($500 for two semesters) for a student who has been accepted into the HVAC, Machine Tool, Electrical, Carpentry, Automotive Technology, Automotive Collision and Repair, Industrial Systems, Mechatronics,Plumbing, or Welding program. In order for the student to receive the second semester $500 award, the student must have achieved a 2.5 GPA or higher for the semester of the first award. The scholarship will allow the student to use the funds for tuition, textbooks, equipment, or a licensure examination. Recipients must be residents of Spalding, Upson, or Pike county. A 250-word essay on “The Role of Education in Changing My Life Circumstances” must accompany the scholarship application. The Foundation awarded one $1,000 scholarship, ($500 for 2024 Fall semester and $500 for 2025 Spring semester) to:
- Miranda Lummus Automotive Technology Diploma Spalding
The Rotary Club of Peachtree City Scholarship is a $250 textbook & toolbox scholarship for the purchase of program-related required textbooks & tools, uniforms, equipment, licensure examinations, and/or supplies for a student who lives in Fayette County and is enrolled in a certificate, diploma, or degree program. The applicant must be a resident of Fayette County, have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be in good academic standing. The Foundation awarded five $250 scholarships for a total of $1,250. The students receiving scholarships for Fall 2024 semester are:
- Naarai Berrian Surgical Technology Fayette
- Jack Otieno Computer Programming Degree Fayette
- Brandy Hollins Associate of Science Nursing Fayette
- Kija Green Associate of Science Nursing Fayette
- Justino Roque Construction Management Diploma Fayette
The Sara Jane Lofton Gatlin Nursing Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship ($500 for two semesters) for a student who has been accepted into the Practical Nursing Program or the Associate of Science Nursing Program. In order for the student to receive the second semester $500 award, the student must have achieved a 2.5 GPA or higher for the semester of the first award. The scholarship will allow the student to use the funds for tuition, textbooks, equipment, or a licensure examination. Recipients must be a resident of Spalding, Upson, or Pike county. A 250-word essay on “The Role of Education in Changing My Life Circumstances” must accompany the scholarship application. The Foundation awarded one $1,000 scholarship, ($500 for 2024 Fall semester and $500 for 2025 Spring semester) to:
- Angela Mills Associate of Science Nursing Pike
The Schyla Avery Memorial Textbook & Toolbox Scholarship is a $250 scholarship awarded for students pursuing a degree in Respiratory Care. This scholarship was established in memory of Schyla Nicole Avery, who received an AAS degree in Respiratory Care from the College, and died in a tragic house fire in 2011. The Foundation awarded one $300 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Megan Ellington Respiratory Care Pike
The Shop with a Sheriff Tuition, Textbook & Toolbox Scholarship is a $500 tuition, textbook & toolbox scholarship for an SCTC student who is a Fayette County, Georgia resident. Half of the funds, $250, will be applied to tuition and $250 will be applied to the bookstore for course-required textbooks and/or tools. The Foundation awarded one $500 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Bryan Colocho-Valle AS General Studies, Film Technology Fayette
The Southern Contractors Association Textbook and Toolbox Scholarship is a $250 textbook & toolbox scholarship for the purchase of program-required textbooks & tools, uniforms, equipment, and/or supplies. This scholarship is for students in a Technical & Industrial program directly related to the building industry. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Tobias Richardson Civil Engineering Technology Clayton
The Spalding County Pickleball Association Practical Nursing Tuition Scholarship is a $500 tuition scholarship awarded to a student in the Practical Nursing program. The Spalding County Pickleball Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization promoting and growing pickleball for the betterment of our community through active lifestyle, health & well-being, exercise and fitness, sports tourism, and economic impact. The Foundation awarded one $500 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Sharla Gooding Practical Nursing Diploma Douglas
The Susan Elizabeth Pruett Memorial Accounting Textbook & Toolbox is a $250 scholarship for the purchase of program-required textbooks, tools, uniforms, equipment, and/or supplies. This scholarship is for students in the Accounting program. It was established in memory of Susan Elizabeth Pruett by Reshann Pruett Adams, former SCTC Foundation Trustee. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Bonnie Young Accounting Degree, Business Management Degree Fayette
The Trevor Alexander Memorial Tuition Scholarship is a $250 tuition scholarship awarded to any student. This scholarship was established in memory of Trevor Alexander, an Assessment Specialist at the College, who died of cancer in August 2013. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Maxine Haynes Health Care Assistant Coweta
The Walker Cook Memorial Tuition Scholarship is a $250 tuition scholarship established in memory of Walker Cook who passed away in 2017, and was a former Griffin resident and husband of Barbara Jo Cook, V.P. for Advancement at SCTC. Walker was a life-long educator who believed education improved the quality of life for individuals and communities. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Jakia Parker Health Care Management Degree Henry
The William R. and Sara Babb Smith Foundation Scholarship is a $500 tuition, textbook and toolbox scholarship is for a Southern Crescent Technical College student who is a Henry County resident. $250 of the funds will be applied to the bookstore for course-required textbooks and/or tools and $250 of the funds will be applied towards tuition. The Williams R. and Sara Beth Smith Foundation’s main focus is in the areas of education, youth development, and community service in Henry County. The Foundation awarded one $250 scholarship for Fall 2024 semester to:
- Vincent Webster Business Management Degree Henry
Scholarship applications for Spring 2025 will be available online from September 1–30, 2024 at https://www.sctech.edu/foundation/foundation-scholarships/.
The SCTC Foundation continues to help build strong students, strong careers, and strong communities.