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Disclaimer:
The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the material stated herein, we reserve the right to change any provision listed in the catalog, including, but not limited to, entrance requirements and admissions procedures, academic requirements for graduation and various fees and charges without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of such changes.

TCSG GUARANTEE/WARRANTY STATEMENT:

The Technical College System of Georgia guarantees employers that graduates of State Technical Colleges shall possess skills and knowledge as prescribed by State Curriculum Standards. Should any graduate employee, within two years of graduation, be deemed lacking in said skills, that student shall be retrained in any State Technical College at no charge for instructional costs to either the student or the employer.

GUARANTEE/WARRANTY

To demonstrate confidence in and commitment to quality technical education programs which are relevant, current, and responsive to the stated expectations of Georgia's businesses and industries, the State Board of Technical and Adult Education will warrant every graduate from a technical certificate of credit, diploma or associate degree in a state-governed institute according to the following stipulations:

To inquire or file a claim under this warranty, instructors or employers may contact the:

Vice President of Academic Affairs
912-538-3103

Mission

Southeastern Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, provides an innovative, educational environment for student learning through associate degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs; adult and continuing education; and customized training and services focused on building a well-educated, globally competitive workforce for Southeastern Georgia.

Vision

Southeastern Technical College will be recognized as an educational leader in Southeastern Georgia. The College will deliver quality, student-centered, and accessible postsecondary education and training. The College will empower students for success, cultivating innovative and economically thriving communities and enterprises.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all educational programs and activities, including admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other Technical College System and Technical College-administered programs, including any Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA) Title I financed programs. It also encompasses the employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services. The Technical College System and Southeastern Technical College shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity.

Inquiries concerning the application of the policies and procedures above may be directed to the following individuals:

ADA/Section 504 - Equity- OCR Compliance Officer
COLLEGE COORDINATOR
Dr. Barry Dotson, Vice President
Student Affairs
Office 158A Phone: 912-538-3141
bdotson@southeasterntech.edu

Title VI - Title IX - EEOC Officer
COLLEGE COORDINATOR
Denise Powell, Vice President
Administrative Services
Office 133 Phone: 912-538-3162
dpowell@southeasterntech.edu

CAMPUS CONTACT
  GLENNVILLE SWAINSBORO VIDALIA
ADA/504 Helen Thomas Cindy Phillips Helen Thomas
EQUITY Helen Thomas Jan Brantley Helen Thomas
OCR Helen Thomas Jan Brantley Helen Thomas
EEOC Blythe Wilcox Jan Brantley Blythe Wilcox
TITLE VI Blythe Wilcox Jan Brantley Blythe Wilcox
TITLE IX Blythe Wilcox Jan Brantley Blythe Wilcox

Jan Brantley, Special Needs Specialist
Building 2 Office 2202 Phone: 478-289-2274
jbrantley@southeasterntech.edu

Cindy Phillips, Asst Director Career Services
Building 1 Office 1212 Phone: 478-289-2274
cphillips@southeasterntech.edu

Helen Thomas, Special Needs Specialist
Office 108 Phone: 912-538-3126
hthomas@southeasterntech.edu

Blythe Wilcox, Director of Human Resources
Office 138B Phone: 912-538-3147
bwilcox@southeasterntech.edu

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SPRING QUARTER, 2010
Mar. 30New Student Orientation
Mar. 30 Late Registration and Drop/Add
Mar 31 Quarter Begins
Apr 29 Deadline to Apply for Graduation
May 5 Midterm
May 3 – 13 Advisement for Returning Students
May 17 – May 27 Advisement for New Students
May 31 Holiday
June 10 Quarter Ends
June 14 Schedule Change and Open Registration
June 15 Vidalia Spring Graduation
June 17 Swainsboro Spring Graduation
SUMMER QUARTER, 2010
July 6New Student Orientation
July 6Late Registration and Drop/Add
July 7Quarter Begins
August 10Midterm
Aug 9 - 19Advisement for Returning Students
Aug 23 - Sep 2Advisement for New Students
Sep 6Holiday
Sep 16Quarter Ends
Sep 21Schedule Change and Open Registration
FALL QUARTER, 2010
Sept. 28New Student Orientation
Sept. 28Late Registration and Drop/Add
Sept. 29Quarter Begins
Nov. 2Midterm
Nov 1 - 11Advisement for Returning Students
Nov 15 - Dec 2Advisement for New Students
Nov 24 - 25Holidays
Dec 9Quarter Ends
Dec 14Schedule Change and Open Registration
WINTER QUARTER, 2011
Jan 5New Student Orientation
Jan 5Late Registration and Drop/Add
Jan 6Quarter Begins
Jan 17Holiday
Feb 10Midterm
Feb 7 - 17Advisement for Returning Students
Feb 21 - Mar 3Advisement for New Students
Mar 17Quarter Ends
Mar 22Schedule Change and Open Registration
SPRING QUARTER, 2011
Mar. 29New Student Orientation
Mar. 29Late Registration and Drop/Add
Mar 30Quarter Begins
Apr 29Deadline to Apply for Graduation
May 3Midterm
May 2 - 12Advisement for Returning Students
May 16 - May 26Advisement for New Students
May 30Holiday
June 8Quarter Ends
June 13Schedule Change and Open Registration
June 14Vidalia Spring Graduation
June 16Swainsboro Spring Graduation

Note: Dates are tentative and subject to change.

ACADEMIC YEAR

Southeastern Tech operates on a four-quarter system, with a Summer Quarter (July-September), Fall Quarter (October-December), Winter Quarter (January-March), and Spring Quarter (April-June).

QUARTERLY SCHEDULES

A listing of the classes to be taught each quarter, including the days and times, is published prior to the beginning of each quarter. Quarterly class schedules are available online at www.southeasterntech.edu

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY

It is especially important that each student note that it is his or her responsibility to be aware of the calendar and of any changes in the calendar which may occur from time to time during the year.

EMERGENCY CLOSING OF THE INSTITUTION

The President, or designee, may alter the business and class hours if conditions exist that may threaten the health, safety, or welfare of students and personnel. Should the school be forced to close due to inclement weather or other circumstances, the following radio and television stations will be contacted. Students, faculty, and staff are to listen to the radio and television stations listed for updates/decisions regarding announcement of closure: WTNL (Reidsville); WYUM (Vidalia); WTCQ (Vidalia); WVOP (Vidalia); WBBT (Lyons); WTOC (Savannah – TV Channel 11); Northland Cable (TV Channel 13); TV 46 (Cable Channel 19, Non-Cable Channel 46); WJBF-Channel 6 (Augusta); WQZY (Dublin); WMAZ-Channel 13 (Macon); WJAT & WXRS (Swainsboro); WHCG & WBMZ (Metter); WPEH (Louisville); WHKN (Millen/Statesboro).

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