The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and the TAG Education Collaborative (TAG-Ed) today announced that Augusta Technical College has been named as the Postsecondary Outreach category winner for the  2014 Georgia STEM Education Awards.  

The Georgia STEM Education Awards recognizes schools, programs, and companies for outstanding efforts and achievements in supporting and promoting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education in Georgia.

 “Augusta Technical College has been collaborating with multiple nuclear partners and local high and middle schools to develop and implement an energy workforce pipeline in the Central Savannah River Area. An increased focus has been placed on producing a well-trained nuclear workforce in STEM related careers. The purpose of this multifaceted collaboration is to broadly impact middle and high school students to select careers with a STEM focus within the nuclear industry. Through this partnership, students are acquiring an associate degree, a nationally recognized nuclear industry certificate, and a rewarding career in a STEM field. Augusta Tech is pleased to be recognized as a leader in the Postsecondary Outreach category by the Technology Association of Georgia. This recognition reaffirms that we are on the right path to educate the next generation of engineering technology professionals in the CSRA,” stated Bob Collins, Department Head for the Nuclear Engineering Technology Program.

Winners competed in 8 different categories in the statewide event. “It was truly a challenge to choose from among the many applicants from around Georgia,” said Tino Mantella, president & CEO of TAG. “We applaud this year’s winners for standing out as leaders in Georgia’s educational community.” 

Winners were announced during a special awards gala on September 26^th, held at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center.  The event was sponsored in part by Promethean and Cisco Systems Inc. 

“It is so gratifying to see STEM education gaining momentum throughout the state of Georgia,” said Michael Robertson, executive director of TAG-Ed. “In order for our students to be prepared for tomorrow’s careers, they must first acquire strong analytical and problem solving skills through rigorous coursework in school. The programs highlighted today are leading the way in this effort and sharing best practices that will prepare our students for the challenges ahead. “ 

For more information about TAG and the Third Annual Georgia STEM Education Awards visit: http://www.tagonline.org/events/stem-education-awards/.