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In an effort to advance her career, Whitmire resident Stephanie Bryson decided she needed to head back to the classroom. “I want to get promoted,” said the 38-year-old mother of two. Just days into her first semester at Piedmont Technical College, Bry...
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Always on the alert for new opportunities, these Wesley Commons residents recently took advantage of a Basic Computer class offered by the Continuing Education and Economic Development division on the Greenwood campus of Piedmont Technical College. Diving...
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When people hear the name Goodrich, they often think tires, even though the company hasn’t manufactured their famous, brand-name product in more than 15 years. In 1988, Goodrich exited the tire business. Currently, Michelin manufactures BF Goodrich tire...
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Dreams -- we all have them. While some dream of fancy cars, exotic vacations or the perfect dream home, 42-year-old Billy Moore of Greenwood attends Adult Education classes at Piedmont Technical College to realize his dream of earning his GED. Classes at ...
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With fall classes in full swing at Piedmont Technical College, many area residents may feel that they have missed the boat. There is still time, however, to enroll in the college’s two shorter period fall terms.
Commonly referred to as C-Term and B-T...
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Piedmont Technical College was named one of 14 best practices institutions in the recent book, “Yes, We Can! A Community College Guide for Developing America’s Underprepared.” Authored by Dr. Robert McCabe, former president of both Miami-Dade Commun...
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As fall classes started at Piedmont Technical College on Wednesday, students at the Newberry County Center returned to upgraded facilities. Classroom space was renovated over the summer to create biology and nursing labs. From left, Nikki Irons; Andrea De...
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Students headed back to class at Piedmont Technical College on Wednesday. Edward Williams of Laurens (left), a welding student in his last semester, looks over a class schedule with fellow student Lisa Young, a commercial art student from Greenwood....
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Teresa Ballenger turned her talents for creativity and design into a career. “I was always making things like invitations for my children’s birthday parties and newsletters for organizations. I loved it,” Ballenger says.When the Abbeville resident e...
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Nine area residents recently earned ABC Family Child Care credentials after completing a 12-session, 30-hour introductory training program at Piedmont Technical College. Entitled “There’s No Place like Home,” the program is designed to assist family...
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Local Ninety-Six High graduate Heather Shirley is eager to begin classes at Piedmont Technical College this month. Studying healthcare, Shirley has already found a friend and mentor in Lena Warren, dean of Health Sciences at PTC. “My granddad and Mrs. W...
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Equipped with a colorful plastic sword, a Green Bay Packers helmet and plaid leisure suit, William A. Draves, CAE, an internationally recognized teacher, author and consultant addressed the faculty and staff of Piedmont Technical College on Monday. Drav...
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Fourteen graduates of Piedmont Technical College’s practical nursing program participated in a pinning ceremony last month. Pictured are: (front row, left to right) Tameka Wharton, Greenwood; Erica Tutt, McCormick; April Tumminelli, Greenwood; La’Tani...
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Equipped with a colorful plastic sword, a Green Bay Packers helmet and plaid leisure suit, William A. Draves, CAE, an internationally recognized teacher, author and consultant addressed the faculty and staff of Piedmont Technical College on Monday. Draves...
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Area residents will have the opportunity to take beginning and intermediate sign language classes through interactive distance learning facilities at Piedmont Technical College this fall.
American Sign Language courses, taught at Spartanburg Technical Co...
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Area residents will have the opportunity to take beginning and intermediate sign language classes through interactive distance learning facilities at Piedmont Technical College this fall.
American Sign Language courses, taught at Spartanburg Technical Co...
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At Thursday’s commencement exercises, outstanding students from each of Piedmont Technical College’s seven supporting counties were honored for academic achievement. Three Greenwood County students were honored for maintaining the highest grade point ...
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At Thursday’s commencement exercises, outstanding students from each of Piedmont Technical College’s seven supporting counties were honored for academic achievement. Three Greenwood County students were honored for maintaining the highest grade point ...
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Rare is the person in South Carolina who doesn’t have a friend or relative who has lost a job because of a plant closing or layoff. If you have lost your job or know someone who has, consider these tips.
“Network, network, network.” Research shows ...
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Rare is the person in South Carolina who doesn’t have a friend or relative who has lost a job because of a plant closing or layoff. If you have lost your job or know someone who has, consider these tips.
“Network, network, network.” Research shows ...
