Stories

2014 Area Practical Nursing Students Honored

Recent graduates of 91±¬ÁÏ’s practical nursing program at the Lex Walters-Greenwood campus were recognized in a pinning ceremony in August 2014.

Bagwell Named VP for Academic Affairs at PTC

91±¬ÁÏ President Dr. Ray Brooks has announced that Dr. Jack Bagwell has joined the college as the vice president for academic affairs.

91±¬ÁÏ to Hold Commencement August 7

91±¬ÁÏ will be holding two summer commencement exercises on August 7.

PTC Center for Advanced Manufacturing Hosts Statewide Training

91±¬ÁÏ’s Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) in Laurens recently showcased its new mechatronics lab by hosting training for mechatronics instructors from across the state.

Mechatronics Technology Information Session to be Held in Newberry

PTC is expanding its degree offerings in Newberry with the addition of the Mechatronics Technology associate degree beginning fall 2014.The college will host an information session Wednesday, August 6 at the Newberry County Campus beginning at 6 p.m. The session will be held in room 420NN.

Piedmont Middle College Produces First Graduates

As the Class of 2014 celebrated their graduation from high school, 10 students from Ninety Six High School and McCormick High School were also earning an Associate in Arts degree from 91±¬ÁÏ. The students – five from Ninety Six and five from McCormick – were enrolled in the Piedmont Middle College.

Center for Advanced Manufacturing Wins National Award

91±¬ÁÏ’s Continuing Education and Economic Development division recently won the 2014 National Exemplary Program Award from the National Council for Continuing Education & Training (NCCET) for its work at the Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) in Laurens County.

Dual Enrollment Student Gets a Head Start on a Career

The loss of a high school course turned into a great opportunity for one Laurens District High School graduate. As a freshman, Braxton Michels was interested in the machine tool class offered at LDHS. However, when the teacher left to pursue other opportunities, the course was discontinued. But, Michels knew he wanted to enroll in some form of industrial or manufacturing curriculum.

PTC Benefits from 2014 Charity Golf Tournament

91±¬ÁÏ recently received a generous donation as part of the funds raised through the Self Regional Healthcare Foundation Women’s Health Charity Classic.

Welding Program Expands to CAM in Laurens County

91±¬ÁÏ’s welding program is expanding to the Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) in Laurens County for the fall.