The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) today announced the appointment of Amanda Morris Foreman as Interim President of Coastal Pines Technical College following the retirement of President Lonnie Roberts.

Foreman currently serves as Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Coastal Pines Technical College, bringing more than 27 years of experience in technical and workforce education, academic affairs, institutional operations, and community engagement within TCSG.

“Amanda has dedicated her career to serving students and strengthening technical education in southeast Georgia, and she has been an integral part of Coastal Pines Technical College’s success,” said TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier. “Her extensive experience, strong relationships throughout the region, and deep understanding of the college will provide steady leadership during this transition. I’m grateful to Amanda for stepping into this role and know she will continue to keep students, faculty, staff, and the communities Coastal Pines serves at the center of everything the college does.”

Foreman has served as Executive Vice President of Coastal Pines Technical College since July 2021, serving as a senior advisor to the president on institutional operations, strategic initiatives, and organizational effectiveness. Since 2016, Foreman has also served as Vice President for Academic Affairs, providing executive leadership and oversight for the college’s academic programs and instructional services.

“I am incredibly honored to have the opportunity to serve Coastal Pines Technical College in this role,” said Foreman. “This college and the communities we serve have been an important part of my life and career for more than two decades. I have seen firsthand the difference technical education can make for our students, their families, and the businesses and industries that depend on a skilled workforce. I look forward to working alongside our outstanding faculty and staff to build on the strong foundation President Roberts has established and continue creating opportunities for our students and the communities we are proud to serve.”

Foreman began her career with Okefenokee Technical College in 1999, serving in a number of instructional and leadership positions during her 15 years with the college. Following the creation of Coastal Pines Technical College, she served as Dean for Academic Affairs, Secondary Initiatives and General Education from 2014 to 2016 before being named Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Foreman holds two Master of Education degrees—one in Educational Media Design and Technology from Full Sail University and another in Vocational and Technical Education from Valdosta State University. She also holds a graduate certificate in Computer Information Systems/Computer Science from Georgia Southwestern State University, a Bachelor of General Studies in Business from Jacksonville University, and associate degrees from Waycross College.