The Lady Chargers softball team has two GCAA conference double headers today and Sunday at Stars Field in Cartersville. Friday the Lady Chargers take on the Lady Tigers of Andrew College. First pitch at 3:00pm followed by the second game at 5:00pm. On Sunday the Chargers take on the Lady Jaguars of Georgia Perimeter College. […]
Monthly Archives: March 2014
USG eClips – March 20, 2014
University System News 2014 GENERAL ASSEMBLY SESSION NEWS: www.ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/news/news/state-regional-govt-politics/georgia-lawmakers-make-final-push/nfHHf/ Georgia lawmakers make final push By Chris Joyner and Jeremy Redmon The Atlanta Journal-Constitution The last day of this year’s 40-day legislative session – a furious race against the clock known in Latin as sine die – has begun with the fate of several controversial […]
USG eClips – March 19, 2014
University System News 2014 GENERAL ASSEMBLY SESSION NEWS: www.ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/news/news/state-regional-govt-politics/budget-passes-with-a-last-minute-surprise/nfGFL/ Budget passes, with a last-minute surprise By James Salzer The Atlanta Journal-Constitution With primaries two months away, the House and Senate gave final approval Tuesday to an election-friendly budget that gives a little something to pretty much everyone. Including, at the last minute, the Atlanta […]
Hope for Hague 5K Run/Walk
It is nearly time for the Hope for Hague 5K Run/Walk. For those that are not familiar with Hope for Hague, here is a little bit of background. Dr. Nancy Hague, an Associate Professor of Psychology at Georgia Highlands College, passed away from ovarian cancer in February 2012. She was a dedicated friend, colleague, professor, […]
Tuition Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program Deadline April 15, 2014 The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) is available to full time benefits-eligible employees of the University System of Georgia who have successfully completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment in a benefit-eligible position (as of the date of the TAP application deadline for the desired academic semester). […]
Tax Deferred Retirement Plan – 403(b)
A 403 (b) plan is a tax deferred retirement plan available to employees of public educational institutions and certain nonprofit organizations. Participating in a 403 (b) can provide a number of benefits. See attached flier or contact Human Resources for more information.
New Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy
All, Terse: There is a new Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy and associated standard that has been approved by the President’s Cabinet. Your action is required. Who does this apply to? Any employee who attaches their personal device to a GHC network (including checking email). What do I need to do? 1. Read policy, […]
GRANT WRITING WORKSHOPS
Jack Smith, of The Smith Group, will be conducting grant writing workshops at Georgia Highlands College on Friday, May 2nd and Friday, June 6th on the Cartersville campus. Jack is one of the most experienced and successful grant writing trainers in the US and has conducted similar trainings on a reoccurring basis for institutions like […]
Highlanders to Perform
Everyone is invited!! The Highlanders (GHC Pep Band) will perform in the Floyd Student Center Thursday March 20 from 12 to 12:30 p.m. The 12-member band includes students and community musicians and is directed by Dr. Sam Baltzer. The band will play rock and jazz tunes. Dancing is encouraged!
Guedst lecturer at Cartersville
This year (earlier this semester) because of inclement weather, the school had to be closed for several days which is very unusual for Georgia. On a quest to find out what may have caused this, I called Mr. Steven Nelson, the scientific and operations director of National Weather Service located at Peachtree City (who has […]