Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Technology Night at SRP Park scheduled for August 16

North Augusta, SC – The Augusta GreenJackets, Single-A Carolina League affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, in partnership with Augusta Technical College and WORC Grant, are pleased to announce the 4th annual Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Technology Night at SRP Park.

Students and families are invited to attend on Friday, August 16. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the first 1,000 fans will receive a unique rally cap from Augusta Technical College and access to the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Technology Fair in the Main Hall.

“Over the past three years, we have been able to inspire and ignite the passion of thousands of children about advanced manufacturing and engineering technologies,” said Dr. Jermaine Whirl, President of Augusta Technical College. “We look forward to continuing that tradition this year with our manufacturing colleagues and introducing them to the many career opportunities available to them through the CSRA.”

Each year, the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Technology Night showcases the great manufacturing and industrial landscape found here in our region to CSRA. This evening offers CSRA students in grades 1-12 and their parents a unique look into the world of STEM education and opportunities. Participating exhibitors provide students with hands-on experience with virtual and augmented reality, robotics, 3D animation and printers, and much more!

For the full overview, see: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/atcmen.

The evening festivities begin at 6 p.m. Upon arrival at SRP Park, students are asked to sign in with Guest Relations to receive a checklist for visiting all of the vendors set up on the hall. As students and parents visit and meet each exhibitor at SRP Park, they will sign their checklist. When finished, turn in your checklist to Guest Relations – located at the main entrance to the hall (next to the Beestro) – and they will receive a special gift from Augusta Technical College.

“Thanks to Augusta Technical College, this event provides students and adults with the opportunity to experience the great manufacturing and engineering opportunities available here at CSRA,” said Tom Denlinger, Vice President of GreenJackets. “We invite you to come early to grab one of the collectors’ rally caps, visit all the great educators and manufacturers on the floor, and cheer on your GreenJackets!”

From 6pm-8pm, guests can see the amazing technology, talent and work experiences that make up the exciting new world of advanced manufacturing at CSRA. All activities and exhibits are designed to tell this story and the evening program and entertainment will be designed to open the eyes of young people who represent the future manufacturing workforce.

Educators and manufacturers supporting this event include: Augusta Economic Development Authority, Aurubis, Ingevity, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS), Starbucks, Synesqo, Technical Training Aids, Textron and others will be on site with exhibits.

Additionally, Augusta Technical College representatives from the areas of admissions, architectural and technical drafting, chemical engineering, economic development, electrical and computer engineering, electrical systems, heating and ventilation, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, STEM and human resource development will be on site with setups and demonstrations.

Click the link to learn more and purchase discounted tickets for students in grades K-12: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/atcmen

There are only 12 home games left in the 2024 championship season at SRP Park. As the season draws to a close, we invite you to join in and have FUN as we have a packed calendar of events.

To learn more or to get your tickets, visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/tickets/promotions