FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Contact:  Robert Preston, Jr.,
              912.260.4276
              robert.preston@sgc.edu

SGC Info Night: Applying to College Made Easy

Getting ready for college and knowing how and when to apply can be a confusing and time consuming task. SGC wants to help! That’s why South Georgia College is sponsoring Info Night for all area high school seniors on Feb. 4 from 7-8 p.m. in the Engram Union Ballroom.

Representatives from, Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Life, Housing and the Office of Advancement will be on hand to share key information about the College and its benefits for it students. Topics ranging from how to apply to financial aid opportunities as well as what extracurricular activities and are available will be covered.

South Georgia College is one of the oldest institutions in the University System of Georgia. Since its inception in 1906, SGC has opened the doors of higher education to hundreds of thousands of students from all over the world.

In fall 2010, the college will open its brand new, 300-bed residence hall, Tiger Village II. The opening of Tiger Village II gives the college the capacity to house almost 600 students on campus in modern, apartment-style residence halls. SGC also boasts a strong academic setting where students can receive the individual attention and resources they need in order to succeed. SGC has a strong athletic heritage, and currently has four sports — men’s/women’s soccer, baseball, softball and men’s/women’s cross country — competing in the Georgia Junior College Athletic Association’s Region XVII. The college also has plans to add golf and swimming in the 2010-2011 academic year.

So don’t miss this important event. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at (912) 260-4206.

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About South Georgia College

South Georgia College (www.sgc.edu) was founded in 1906 and is a two-year institution in the University System of Georgia. Located in Douglas, Ga., the college's environment gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty.