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NC Community Colleges Boost Launches Kick-off at Forsyth TechOn July 15, Forsyth Tech hosted the official kickoff event for NC Community Colleges Boost—a major new initiative from the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) aimed at helping students […]

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Sapphire Gala: A Legacy of PromiseJoin us for an evening celebrating 65 years of traiblazing at Forsyth Tech’s Sapphire Gala, presented by Reynolds American, Inc. on Thursday, October 2 at the Forsyth Country Club! We […]

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Forsyth Tech students earn national SkillsUSA medalsEleven talented Forsyth Tech students proudly represented the college on the national stage this summer at the 60th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, held June 23–27, […]

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Forsyth Tech In The News RoundupMissed the news lately? Here’s a collection of stories that Forsyth Tech appeared in during June 2025:

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Forsyth Tech honored with 2025 Catalyst Award from AnthologyForsyth Technical Community College has been named a winner of the 2025 Anthology Catalyst Award in the category of Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness, recognizing the institution’s innovative use of technology […]

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Forsyth Tech hosted global LEVA E-bike technician training and certificationEarlier this year, in May, Forsyth Tech welcomed participants from across the country and around the world to the Light Electric Vehicle Association (LEVA) E-Bike and LEV Technician Training and […]

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Forsyth Tech In The News RoundupMissed the news lately? Here’s a collection of stories that Forsyth Tech appeared in during May 2025:

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Dr. Tamara Williams of Forsyth Technical Community College Selected for the Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents FellowshipForsyth Tech Leader Named Aspen Rising Presidents Fellow, Commits to Learning Stronger Student Outcome Practices Winston-Salem, NC, June 17, 2025 – The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced today […]

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Engines roared and ribbons fell: a big day for the Transportation Technology CenterSaturday, June 14, was a celebration of power, progress, and partnership at Forsyth Tech’s Transportation Technology Center (TTC). With shining chrome, the sound of classic engines, and a crowd full […]

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Aspen Institute Launches President and Trustee Collaborative to Improve Community College Student SuccessOn May 30, 2025, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced the inaugural participants in the Presidents & Trustees Collaborative—an initiative designed to strengthen board-president alignment in support of […]

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A New Path, Fully Funded: Build a Career in Addictions and RecoveryAt Forsyth Tech, we know that some of the most powerful healing happens when people with lived experience step forward to help others. That’s why we’re offering two fully funded […]

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New Grant Opportunity for Bilingual English-Spanish Students at Forsyth TechAre you bilingual in English and Spanish? Are you passionate about helping others? Forsyth Tech has a life-changing opportunity just for you. We’re offering two tuition-free pathways for bilingual students […]

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Forsyth Tech Athletics announces seven-year partnership with Pepsi Bottling VenturesForsyth Tech Athletics has signed a seven-year partnership agreement with Pepsi Bottling Ventures, bringing Pepsi products and Gatorade to all athletic events hosted by the college. The partnership, effective immediately, […]

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College Lift Celebrates Second Class of GraduatesForsyth Tech celebrated the graduation of the second class students from its College Lift program, highlighting a significant milestone for participants. College Lift supports students, many of whom are first-generation […]

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President and Dean’s List – Spring 2025Forsyth Tech is proud to present our Spring 2025 President and Dean’s Lists! Credit students who earn a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 are named to the President’s List […]

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Forsyth Tech’s 2025 Commencement was the largest everOn Wednesday, May 7, 2025, Forsyth Technical Community College celebrated a historic milestone as more students than ever before participated in the commencement ceremony. More than 1,000 graduates proudly walked […]

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Technically Speaking January – February 2025 Issue RecapTo read the full issue, visit the Technically Speaking Techlink page. Sidestown, Part Two Know Your Rights Trailblazer Literary and Media Submissions | Psychic Trailblazer Literary and Media Submissions | […]

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Karyn Reilly Recognized as WOW Award Nominee for Mentorship ExcellenceForsyth Tech’s own Karyn Reilly, Associate Professor of Interior Design, has been recognized as a 2025 WOW Award Nominee by the WithIt Women’s Leadership Development Network. The prestigious nomination acknowledges […]

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Eight NC community colleges joined forces to reshape advanced manufacturing educationWith support from a $5 million Aligning the Workforce and Education System for Manufacturing (AWESM) grant, Forsyth Tech and its regional partners achieved major milestones that are transforming how students prepare for […]

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Did You Know Forsyth Tech Will Soon Welcome a New K-9 Officer—A First for NC Community Colleges?Forsyth Tech is thrilled to announce the upcoming addition of a K-9 officer to our Campus Police Department—the first K-9 officer in the entire North Carolina Community College System! This […]

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Catching up on the SciTech Lecture SeriesDid you know? The National Center for the Biotechnology Workforce, located at Forsyth Tech’s campus at Innovation Quarter (IQ) produces a video series of information related to developments in biotechnology […]

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Senior Academy Graduates Prepare for Next Chapter at Forsyth TechForsyth Technical Community College is proud to announce that graduates from Senior Academy– a mentorship program for students – have been invited to continue their educational journeys at Forsyth Tech […]

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Forsyth Tech Design Student Places Second in National CompetitionThis Community College Month, we’re bringing you stories about our students, alumni and community partners that highlight the amazing, life-changing work of Forsyth Tech. Keep reading to learn more […]

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Forsyth Tech In The News RoundupMissed the news lately? Here’s a collection of stories that Forsyth Tech appeared in during March 2025: Community College Daily | March 3, 2025 | To play or not to […]

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Professor Blaze Publishes Memoir, Launches Course and Joins Forsyth Tech Athletics….Kind OfIn her most ambitious move yet, Blaze—Forsyth Tech’s iconic mascot, aspiring professor, and all-around legend—has announced the release of her debut memoir: “Becoming Blaze: My Journey from Forest Trails to […]