Alumni Spotlight Dana Crowell
Chief Dana Crowell shares her story on her journey into law enforcement how HGTC helped her to facilitate her career into what it is today.
HGTC Announces Dr. Michael Roberts as New Writer in Residence
HGTC is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Michael Roberts, esteemed English Professor, as the College’s first-ever Writer in Residence. This prestigious role, effective April 1, 2025, marks an exciting new chapter for the college’s literary and academic landscape.
HGTC’s International Culinary Institute to Host Distinguished Visiting Chefs from New York City, Including Notable Alumnus
HGTC International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach (ICI) is honored to welcome two acclaimed chefs from New York City as Distinguished Visiting Chefs during the week of April 21–24.
Duke Energy Foundation Awards $40,000 to HGTC Foundation in Support of Electrical Lineworker Program
In celebration of National Lineworker Appreciation Day, HGTC is proud to announce a $40,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to support the College’s Electrical Lineworker Technician program.
HGTC Nursing Program Achieves 100% Pass Rate on National Nursing Exam for First Quarter 2025
HGTC is proud to announce that students in the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for the first quarter of 2025.
HGTC Dental Hygiene Students Achieve 100% Pass Rate on Written and Clinical Board Exams
HGTC proudly announces that every student in its 2025 Dental Hygiene cohort has successfully passed both the written National Board Dental Hygience Exam (NBDHE) and the clinical exam by the American Board of Dental Examiners (ADEX), achieving a perfect 100% pass rate.
HGTC Launches New Drone Technology Course in Partnership with the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI)
HGTC is thrilled to announce the launch of a new Drone Pilot Training course in partnership with the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI), the industry leader in workforce ready unmanned aviation training.
In April, We Celebrate the Power of South Carolina’s Technical Colleges
Every April, we celebrate South Carolina Technical College Month — a time to reflect on the immense value of our state’s 16 technical colleges and the lives changed every single day.
HGTC Culinary Team Wins Bronze Medal and Second Place at Southeast Regional Competition
HGTC International Culinary Institute (ICI) student team earned a Bronze Medal and second place overall at the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Southeast Regional Student Team Competition, a prestigious event that celebrates culinary excellence and teamwork among top culinary schools.
HGTC Dental Hygiene Students to Participate in Free Community Screening Event for Oral Cancer Awareness Month
In observance of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, HGTC Dental Hygiene students will participate in a free community screening event on April 12, 2025.
HGTC to Break Ground on New Marine Technology Institute of SC
HGTC is excited to announce the groundbreaking of the Marine Technology Institute of South Carolina, a 25,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art training facility that will serve as the new home for the College’s Outboard Marine Technology and Boat Building Technology programs.
HGTC Student Angelina Rockhill Selected for 2025 Phi Theta Kappa All-State Academic Team
HGTC is proud to announce that Angelina Rockhill, a dedicated Digital Arts student, has been selected for the prestigious 2025 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-State Academic Team.
HGTC Hosts Health Science Open House on April 9
HGTC invites prospective students and community members to its Health Science Open House on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Celebrity Chef Daryl Shular to Visit Horry-Georgetown Technical College for Culinary Experience
HGTC is thrilled to welcome Certified Master Chef (CMC) Daryl L. Shular to the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach for a four-day immersive culinary experience, culminating in an exclusive dining event on Thursday, April 3.
HGTC Foundation Presents Donation to Support Culinary Arts Education
HGTC Foundation is proud to announce the presentation of a $27,500 donation to the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach, supporting study abroad programs for aspiring culinary professionals.
HGTC Welcomes 2025 South Carolina Teacher of the Year, Braden Wilson
HGTC is honored to host the 2025 South Carolina Teacher of the Year, Braden Wilson, for a special presentation on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Burroughs & Chapin Auditorium on the Conway Campus.
HGTC Foundation Raises Over $109,000 at 17th Annual Gala
HGTC Foundation is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of its 17th Annual Gala, "Passport to Madrid," which raised an impressive $109,000 to benefit scholarships and student programs at HGTC.
Area Middle School Students to Explore Educational Opportunities at CCU and HGTC during Second Teal & Tech Experience
The second annual Teal & Tech Experience, a partnership between Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), will introduce more than 500 eighth-grade students from Myrtle Beach and Conway middle schools to the academic pathways available at both institutions.
New Program Gives High School Students a Jumpstart on a Health Care Career
Georgetown County high school students can get a jumpstart on a career in health care through a new program offered by Georgetown County School District, Tidelands Health and Horry-Georgetown Technical College.
HGTC Announces Dr. Kelly Perritt as new Chief Marketing and Brand Strategy Officer
HGTC is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Kelly Perritt as its new Chief Marketing and Brand Strategy Officer.
HGTC Receives Approval to Expand Dental Hygiene Program Enrollment
HGTC is proud to announce the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) has approved an increase in enrollment for its Dental Hygiene program, expanding the freshman class size from 20 to 30 students per year.
HGTC Hosts Successful Engineering Showcase Event
HGTC recently welcomed high school students from across the region to its Conway Campus for the highly anticipated Engineering Showcase event.
HGTC to Host Spring 2025 C2Lead Leadership Development Event
HGTC is proud to host the Spring 2025 C2Lead Leadership Development Event, a premier gathering designed to inspire and empower leaders within our community.
HGTC Vice President Lori Heafner Invited to Serve as Peer Instructor at 2025 SACSCOC Summer Institute
HGTC Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness and Development, Mrs. Lori Heafner, has been invited to serve as a peer instructor at the 2025 Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Summer Institute.
HGTC to Host 2nd Annual Chomp's Got Talent Competition
HGTC Office of Student Engagement is excited to announce the highly anticipated return of Chomp’s Got Talent, the College's annual talent competition.
HGTC Professor Dr. Michael Roberts Debuts New Book at #1
HGTC proudly announces that Dr. Michael Roberts, a distinguished professor of English at the College, has released his latest book, Brilliance on the Battlefield: The Legacies of Napoleon, Stonewall, and Patton.
HGTC’s Chef Cody Middleton Earns Prestigious Certified Master Baker Credential
HGTC is proud to announce that Chef Cody Middleton, Associate Professor of Baking & Pastry Arts at the HGTC International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach, has successfully passed the Certified Master Baker (CMB) exam, a rigorous certification process administered by the Retail Bakers of America (RBA).
HGTC Announces Historic 11% Spring Enrollment Increase Amid National Downward Trend
HGTC is proud to announce a record-breaking 11% increase in spring enrollment, marking the largest spring semester increase in the College’s history.
HGTC Foundation to Host 17th Annual Gala – March 8
The HGTC Foundation Board of Directors is delighted to announce the 17th Annual Gala, themed "Passport to Madrid." This premier fundraising event will take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the HGTC International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach.
HGTC Surpasses National Nursing Licensure Exam Results
HGTC is proud to announce its exceptional performance on the 2024 National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), exceeding the national average pass rates and reinforcing its position as a leader in nursing education.
HGTC Names SCTEA Educator of the Year Award Winners 2025
HGTC is pleased to announce three (3) of its employees have been selected and honored as the South Carolina Technical Education Association’s (SCTEA) “Educators of the Year.”