USG Institutions:
www.northwestgeorgianews.com
GHC nursing program listed as second most affordable in the nation by website
http://www.northwestgeorgianews.com/rome/news/education/ghc-nursing-program-listed-as-second-most-affordable-in-the/article_5442ddb2-3553-11e5-a77f-cbf30745f57a.html
Georgia Highlands College nabbed second on a list of the 30 most affordable online RN-BSN degree programs in the nation recently put out by Great Value Colleges.
GHC joins several colleges from across the nation, including the University of Texas, Indiana State University, and the University of Arkansas. California State University took the top spot.
www.college.usatoday.com
The 10 best colleges for studying natural resources and conservation
http://college.usatoday.com/2015/07/28/the-10-best-colleges-for-studying-natural-resources-and-conservation/
By Megan Cahill, College Factual
6. University of Georgia: Athens, Ga.
Founded in 1785, the University of Georgia is the state s oldest university. The school has a reputation for providing students with an exceptional education that prepares them for success in their respective fields. The natural resources and conservation programs are no different.
www.henryherald.com
Information sesssion set for film, digital media program at Clayton State
http://www.henryherald.com/news/2015/jul/28/information-sesssion-set-for-film-digital-media/
By Johnny Jackson
MORROW — Clayton State University’s Film and Digital Media Center has two upcoming information sessions leading up to its fall 2015 classes.
www.metrogazette.com
Albany State University Waives Application Fee For Prospective Students
http://www.metrogazette.com/article/albany-state-university-waives-application-fee-prospective-students
Special to the Metro
CAIRO, Ga. — For some, the hardest part of going to college is getting started. Albany State University has made that process easier with a free application day Thursday, July 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Cairo, Ga., site. “The opportunity for an outstanding college education is literally within reach,” said Paul Bryant, ASU’s associate provost for enrollment management. “The small class sizes and one-on-one faculty attention makes the Cairo site an attractive option for many students in the surrounding area.” In addition to the waived $25 application fee, prospective students are guaranteed a rapid admissions response with the submission of official high school and college transcripts, a valid driver’s license, and immunization records, said Sarah Rogers, the ASU off-campus programs liaison at the Albany State Cairo site, located on the campus of Southern Regional Technical College of Grady County.
www.wtxl.com
Upcoming Project Means No More Standing in Line at VSU
http://www.wtxl.com/news/upcoming-project-means-no-more-standing-in-line-at-vsu/article_8ff4d174-3578-11e5-a1a5-ab2a1830bfe5.html
by Jade Bulecza
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WTXL)– Valdosta State University’s Office of Financial Aid is starting up QLess, so you don’t have to physically stand in line. School leaders say this means less frustration.
www.redandblack.com
Georgia jobless rate: Better economy, good news for students
http://www.redandblack.com/uganews/georgia-jobless-rate-better-economy-good-news-for-students/article_28d8b75e-34aa-11e5-b6b7-0b974ad2631a.html
Emily Boyer
The Georgia jobless rate is the lowest it has been in seven years. This comes as good news but not as a surprise to fourth year student Alex Christensen. “I was told that with the University of Georgia, most people have a job within three months of graduating so that boosted my confidence some and with the rate being low right now, it’s encouraging as well,” Christensen said. Georgia’s jobless rate currently stands at 6.1 percent, down from 6.3 percent in May. …According to recent labor statistics, Georgia is outpacing the nation in economic growth.
www.onlineathens.com
As Daniels, Jackson and Angle step down, UGA old guard fading
http://onlineathens.com/uga/2015-07-29/daniels-jackson-and-angle-step-down-uga-old-guard-fading
By LEE SHEARER
When Maurice Daniels steps down as dean of the UGA School of Social Work sometime this year or next and Tom Jackson leaves his post as vice president for public affairs at the end of this month, the university will have only a handful of deans and vice presidents whose tenure extends beyond five years. …And when Jackson steps down as of Aug. 1, UGA will have only one vice president who’s been on the job since before 2011 — David Lee, UGA’s vice president for research since 2005. When Jackson’s replacement is named, eight of UGA’s 13 high-level UGA administrators are or will be Morehead hires…
www.covnews.com
Douglas placed on administrative leave from GPC
http://www.covnews.com/section/1/article/60155/
By Brian Fazio
John Douglas has been placed on administrative leave pending further investigation from Georgia Perimeter College. According to an official with GPC, the school is still gathering facts after Douglas has been in the news for racially and sexually charged comments he posted on his Facebook page recently. GPC confirmed Douglas will be placed on a paid leave. “We condemn the reprehensible, offensive and utterly unacceptable words Mr. Douglas posted to his Facebook page,” said GPC in an email to The News. “In no way does Mr. Douglas speak for Georgia Perimeter College. Douglas has been with GPC, at its Clarkston campus as Military Outreach Center Coordinator since September 2013.
Higher Education News:
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George Washington University Drops Admissions Test Requirements
The D.C. university joins a host of other schools ditching their SAT and ACT requirements.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/george-washington-university-admissions-tests_55b6a068e4b0224d88337325
Lydia O’Connor
Associate News Editor, The Huffington Post
George Washington University on Monday became one of the largest and most prestigious schools to join a nationwide movement against admissions tests, announcing that it will no longer require applicants to submit SAT or ACT scores. The Washington, D.C., school’s new policy will go into effect on Aug. 1 and applies to both freshman applicants and transfer students. The university said in a statement that it came to the decision based on the findings of its Task Force on Access and Success.
www.chronicle.com
Blackboard Is for Sale in Auction That Might Draw $3-Billion Bids
http://chronicle.com/blogs/ticker/jp/blackboard-is-for-sale-in-auction-that-might-draw-3-billion-bids?cid=at&utm_source=at&utm_medium=en
by Andrew Mytelka
Blackboard, the giant provider of learning-management software, is for sale. According to the Reuters news agency, the privately held software company is seeking a buyer unfazed by an estimated $3-billion price tag.