University System News: www.times-herald.com Huckaby has been a good chancellor http://times-herald.com/news/2016/08/huckaby-has-been-a-good-chancellor By THE NEWNAN TIMES-HERALD The University System of Georgia is essentially its own branch of government, with a budget of $8 billion that is larger than the entire spending of Oklahoma, Mississippi or six other states. It governs the future of 300,000 students, has […]
Monthly Archives: August 2016
USG eclips for August 16, 2016
University System News: www.wrbl.com Georgia’s popularity as a movie and TV location benefits economy and students http://wrbl.com/2016/08/15/georgias-popularity-as-a-movie-and-tv-location-benefits-economy-and-students/ by Greg Loyd HARRIS COUNTY, Ga – Georgia has long been known as an agriculture producer. But now it’s gaining notoriety for another kind of cash crop: Movies! The state’s increasing popularity for entertainment is good news, not […]
LiveHealth Online
When you or a family member are feeling under the weather, life doesn’t wait for you to feel better. Good news is, with LiveHealth Online, you get medical care right when you need it. No appointments, no driving and no waiting at an urgent care center. Even non-members can use it! See flyer for more […]
GHC welcomes 21 new full-time faculty members
Twenty-one new full-time faculty from varying educational experiences and backgrounds joined Georgia Highlands College this semester. “GHC has such a wonderful, diverse faculty, who are focused on our students and their goals, and we are very excited to add even more talented educators to our dynamic teaching force,” GHC President Don Green said. “Our faculty […]
Silent Auction at In-Service
Don’t forget to stop by the Silent Auction tables during In-Service. We have new items being added daily! All money recieved from the Silent Auction items will go directly to the Charger Food Pantry. New Items for the Silent Auction include: Handmade sock monkey and baby blanket – donated by Eileen Walker Magic Bullet Blender […]
Updating Your Contact Information
The mailing address and notification email address you provide are used to send announcements, Open Enrollment information, medical cards, W-2’s and other important information. Use the ADP self service Portal to update your contact information: Home address Mailing address Primary email address Alternate email address Phone number(s) Emergency contact(s) If you need assistance with these […]
Fall In-Service Registration
Sessions are filling up fast! Be sure to register now to join the session you want! To register: https://www2.highlands.edu/site/fall-in-service-signup Reminder: Staff and Administrators will be finished, for the day, around Noon. Faculty will have lunch on campus and transition into the afternoon Faculty Meeting.
USG eclips for August 11, 2016
University System News: www.ajc.com Georgia Regents name interim chief to lead state’s university system http://www.myajc.com/news/news/local-education/georgia-regents-name-interim-chief-to-lead-states-/nsDN2/?utm_source=eGaMorning&utm_campaign=082b240bb0-8_11_16&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_54a77f93dd-082b240bb0-86731974 By Janel Davis – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution The state’s Board of Regents has named an interim leader to oversee Georgia’s public college and university system, following news that its chancellor will retire. Hank Huckaby announced Wednesday he will step down […]
GHC to greet students with Week of Welcome events
Georgia Highlands College is kicking off the new academic year with four days of fun activities to welcome students back to campus next week. During the Week of Welcome, students can enjoy a different event each day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the main academic building near the library stairs. Full story: https://www.highlands.edu/2016/08/11/ghc-greet-students-week-welcome-events/
Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight
The Perseid meteor shower is predicted to peak tonight and is expected to put on a good show. Although meteor showers are notoriously unpredictable, the best time to watch should be between midnight tonight and sunrise Friday. All you need is a dark place with open/unobstructed horizons. Lie back on a blanket or lawn chair, […]