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Aiken Technical College selected for Metallica Scholars Initiative for second year

Initiative enters year 6 with the largest grant to date with $2.6M committed, totaling more than $10M invested since inception

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Aiken Technical College has been selected to participate in the Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) for a second consecutive year. The college will receive $50,000 to continue supporting students enrolled in its computer technology and cybersecurity programs and courses.

Metallica Scholar: Joe Deskevich

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As a senior in high school, Joe Deskevich enrolled in the CompTIA Security+ certification course offered by Aiken Technical College’s (ATC) Continuing Education (non-credit) division. Despite being the youngest among his peers, Joe embraced the challenge with unwavering determination. The transition from self-learning to structured education was invigorating, with an instructor guiding him through the complexities of cyber defense.
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Student Spotlight: Alexis Spann

Perseverance and service have shaped Alexis Spann’s educational journey.
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2/8/2026 2:30 PM
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2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration

Aiken Technical College and the University of South Carolina Aiken will have their annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the USCA Convocation Center. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. for a service fair, followed by the program starting at 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
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2/9/2026 5:15 PM

Aiken County Commission for Technical and Comprehensive Education Monthly Meeting (Canceled)

Due to scheduling conflicts, the February meeting for the Aiken County Commission for Technical and Comprehensive Education has been canceled. The next scheduled Commission meeting is March 9, 2026.
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2/11/2026 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Food Truck Wednesday: Laziza Mediterranean Grill

Join us for Food Truck Wednesday on February 11 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. outside of Building B. Laziza Mediterranean Grill will be the featured food truck.

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2/23/2026

Spring 2026 Refunds (First Disbursement)

The first disbursement of Spring 2026 refunds will be available to eligible students by the close of business on February 23.
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2/25/2026 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Food Truck Wednesday: KB Bread and Deli

Join us for Food Truck Wednesday on February 25 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. outside of Building B. KB Bread and Deli will be the featured food truck.

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3/1/2026

Summer 2026 Financial Aid Application Priority Deadline

March 1 is the financial aid application priority deadline for Summer 2026.

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