USG e-clips from December 15, 2014

GOOD NEWS: www.mdjonline.com http://mdjonline.com/bookmark/26238791 ‘Forever green’: Southern Poly graduates final class before merger with KSU by Philip Clements MARIETTA — Families and friends gathered Saturday for the final commencement ceremony for Southern Polytechnic State University. The name of the institution will officially be Kennesaw State University once the Board of Regents formally approves the consolidation […]

USG e-clips from December 12, 2014

University System News USG NEWS: www.northwestgeorgianews.com http://www.northwestgeorgianews.com/rome/news/local/ghc-president-tells-kiwanians-he-makes-job-preparation-a-priority/article_22a6e2ba-7f6b-11e4-8de2-3769a403e16a.html GHC president tells Kiwanians he makes job preparation a priority by Jeremy Stewart Three months after becoming president of Georgia Highlands College, Donald Green is emphasizing building on the relationships that are readily available in the community. Green spoke about what has been going on behind the scenes […]

YARD SIGNS: time to take them down

Thanks to everyone that participated in the yard sign promotional effort. Please go ahead and take down your sign today (it is the last day to enroll for Spring) and store it until our next enrollment push. I will send out a notice when it is time to display them again. Thank you again! It […]

Photos: Chargers vs. Jets AND Daniel Veillon Video

Here are the links to the photos and video from Wednesday’s games. Be sure to watch the great video put together by our Digital Media Services department: Women’s photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/georgiahighlands/sets/72157649706161762/ Mens photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/georgiahighlands/sets/72157649305554720/ Daniel Veillon video: vimeo: https://vimeo.com/114287157 youtube: http://youtu.be/1JEPCaFTlvk

USG e-clips for December 11, 2014

USG NEWS: www.myajc.com http://www.myajc.com/news/news/state-regional-govt-politics/report-georgias-employers-cant-find-qualified-work/njQDf/#4d623b4c.3566685.735578 Report: Georgia’s employers can’t find qualified workers in key fields By Greg Bluestein and Janel Davis – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution An aging workforce is preparing to retire, and there are not enough skilled workers in Georgia to replenish it. A shortage of computer programmers and engineers is forcing firms to search […]

USG e-clips for December 10, 2014

USG NEWS: www.mdjonline.com KSU/SPSU merger gets accreditation approval by Philip Clements MARIETTA — An accreditation agency Tuesday gave its approval for the merger of Kennesaw State University and Southern Polytechnic State University. The Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges, the regional accrediting agency for institutions of higher-learning in Southern states, announced the […]

USG e-clips for December 9, 2014

USG NEWS: www.onlineathens.com http://onlineathens.com/local-news/2014-12-08/state-college-system-reaching-out-college-dropouts State college system reaching out to college dropouts By LEE SHEARER More than one in five Georgians started college and never finished, but many are now returning to state colleges and technical colleges, University System of Georgia Chancellor Hank Huckaby told state legislators Monday. About 10 percent of the University System […]

Stress Management

GHC seeks to improve the overall health and wellness of our employees by promoting and providing wellness activities addressing physical, emotional, environmental, financial, interpersonal, occupational and intellectual needs. We, at GHC, have a wealth of opportunities at our fingertips. Human Resources and the Wellness committee want to make sure you are aware of these opportunities. […]

Importance of Sleep during the Holidays

With all the hustle and bustle of holiday activities, this time can be full of stress for many people. The best way to enjoy the holidays is to be well rested. Watch the video Sleeping During the Holidays, and send Terri Cavender an email by December 19, 2014 with your BANNER ID# and answer one […]