Santana Recognized Among TCSG’s 2024 Alumni of the Year
Courtesy of Southeastern Technical College
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) announced 23 recipients as Alumni of the Year from its 22 colleges. The award honors exceptional alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields, demonstrated leadership in their communities, and serve as ambassadors of technical education.
Southeastern Technical College graduate Noelia Santana was honored at the Alumni of the Year announcement which took place at the 2024 Fall Leadership Conference in Savannah. Leaders from Georgia's 22 technical colleges gathered to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of TCSG alumni. This annual recognition underscores the role that TCSG plays in equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic workforce.
Santana is a 2019 graduate of Southeastern Technical College, having earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene. She is currently working for Reidsville Family Dentistry, fulfilling her career objective of bridging the communication between the Spanish- speaking community and healthcare facilities while providing the best dental care possible to every patient she encounters.
Southeastern Tech was honored for Noelia to serve as the 2018 STC Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership Award winner and ambassador for technical education while attending college. To continue her strong belief in Southeastern Tech, Noelia joined the STC Board of Directors last year saying, “I always had a fascination for teeth. Southeastern Tech was a great match for me to obtain my degree. STC offered me an affordable, quality education close to home and transformed me into a person who has marketable skills. STC is everything I could have ever asked for and more.” Noelia plans to continue her education to obtain a master’s degree in Dental Hygiene or possibly pursue dental school.
“We are honored to celebrate the achievements of these 23 outstanding alumni,' said TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier. 'Their success stories illustrate the transformative impact of technical education in Georgia. These individuals not only exemplify the dedication and skill needed in today’s workforce but also inspire others to pursue opportunities that lead to rewarding careers. Their accomplishments reflect the critical role our colleges play in developing a highly trained and adaptable workforce that drives Georgia’s economy forward.”
The 2024 Alumni of the Year recipients come from diverse fields including healthcare, manufacturing, aviation, business, and information technology. Each has leveraged their education and handson training from a TCSG college to make meaningful contributions in their respective industries.
List of the 2024 Alumni of the Year: Alex Daniels, Car pentry/ Constr uction Management, Albany Technical College Amanda Stanley, Ra diography, Athens Technical College Oriel Selver, HVAC and Construction Management, Atlanta Technical College Dr. Delester Brown, Jr., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Augusta Technical College Moeiini Reilly, Com puter Information Systems Technology, Central Georgia Technical College Paul Hardie, Envi ronmental Science, Chattahoochee Technical College Jordan Cason, Air Conditioning Technology, Coastal Pines Technical College JeJuan Collins, Weld ing & Joining Technology, Columbus Technical College Jodi McDaniel Low ery, Criminal Justice, Georgia Northwestern Technical College Justin Hawkins, Air Conditioning Technology, Georgia Piedmont Technical College Robbie Vickers, Ac counting, Gwinnett Technical College Greg Trammell, Machine Tool Technology, Computer Numerical Control Technology, Lanier Technical College Cassandra Wilkins, Business & Information Technology, North Georgia Technical College Barbara J. Martin, Early Childhood Care and Education, Oconee Fall Line Technical College Sean Fox, Con struction Management, Ogeechee Technical College Vinh Pham, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Savannah Technical College Dan Linginfelter, Aviation Maintenance Technology, South Georgia Technical College Noelia Santana, Den tal Hygiene, Southeastern Technical College Kelly Lewis Brown ing, Early Childhood Education, Southern Crescent Technical College Hilliary Bailey, Veter inary Technology, Southern Regional Technical College Joe Pennington, Welding & Joining Technology, West Georgia Technical College Bobby Stalvey & Tom Stalvey, Electrical Technology, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College These 23 individuals were nominated by their respective colleges for their dedication, leadership, and the impact they have made in their professional and local communities.
The Fall Leadership Conference provides an opportunity for college leaders and foundation boards to discuss future initiatives, best practices, and strategies to continue advancing technical education in Georgia. The Alumni of the Year Award highlights the ongoing success of the system’s graduates and their influence on Georgia's workforce development.
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, which work with local industries to provide workforce and training solutions. For more information, visit www.TCSG.edu.
