University System News: www.news.wabe.org With Legislation, Ga. Lawmaker Wants To Slow Tuition Increases http://news.wabe.org/post/legislation-ga-lawmaker-wants-slow-tuition-increases By JOHNNY KAUFFMAN A Georgia lawmaker wants to slow tuition increases drastically at Georgia’s public colleges and universities. Legislation from state Rep. Matt Ramsey, R–Peachtree City, would keep four-year schools from increasing tuition beyond the rate of inflation. He said rates […]
Monthly Archives: February 2016
Help us wish Theresa Kellett well!
Please join us at the Floyd campus library for a reception to honor Theresa Kellett and her years of service at GHC on Thursday, 2/25 from 2 pm to 3:30 pm. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, contact Maggie Murphy at mmurphy@highlands.edu.
Internal Posting – ITS Regional Operations Manager / Client Support Specialist III
The Information Technology Regional Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day Information Technology Services (ITS) operations for the Cartersville and Marietta campuses. This position also serves as a senior technician in providing support and training to lower-tiered technicians. Full information at http://ghc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2283.
Two New Boys in Town!
January 18, 2016, Michelle Abbott welcomed Lucas Allen (5lbs.) and Connor Anderson (4 lbs. 11 ozs.) in the world. Congratulations Michelle! Big brother William proudly holding Lucas and Connor.
USG eclips February 15, 2016
University System News: www.myajc.com Atlanta deemed top U.S. city for moviemakers http://www.myajc.com/news/entertainment/movies/atlanta-deemed-top-us-city-for-moviemakers/nqNsd/ By Jennifer Brett and Rodney Ho – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Moviemaker magazine has named Atlanta the best place to work and live for TV and film people among all major cities, beating New York and Los Angeles. This is up from sixth a […]
New Books at your GHC Libraries
We have lots of new books arriving in print and online. Check out the attached flyer for a (very) small sampling, and visit your libraries to see more!
GHC spells SUCCESS – Adult Spell Off team currently in 3rd place for People’s Choice Award
As for Friday, GHC’s team is in 3rd place for People’s Choice!! See previous post below for more details. Current Top 3 for People’s Choice Award: 1. Takin’ Care of BEEzness/The Sexual Assault Center 2. That’s Why There’s Autocorrect/Rome News 3. GHC Spells Success/Georgia Highlands College ****Previous Post*** GHC will have an Adult Spelling Bee […]
Chargers Basketball at the Corral on Saturday
Charger basketball is back home at the Corral on Saturday for a conference showdown with Central Georgia. Lady Chargers tip off at 2:00pm followed by the Chargers at 4:00pm. We will be celebrating Sophomore night for the Lady Chargers as this is their last regular season home game. We will also be recognizing our Alumni […]
Human Resource Announcement
We are pleased to inform everyone that Faith Miller, Director of Human Resources, with Dalton State College, will be transferring to GHC effective March 7th. Faith has an Associates of Arts, English, from Panama College and a Bachelors of Business Administration, Accounting, from Cleveland State University. She is a SHRM and CUPA-HR member and has […]
USG eclips February 9, 2016
University System News: www.wsbradio.com Opponents of campus carry bill speak out http://www.wsbradio.com/news/news/opponents-campus-carry-bill-speak-out/nqLyz/ By Sandra Parrish Opponents of a bill that would allow guns on college campuses express their concerns to state lawmakers. Clergy members as well as professors, students, and campus police gathered to say the bill by Rep. Rick Jasperse (R-Jasper) increases the potential […]