GHC celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with guest speaker

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Georgia Highlands College (GHC) held a virtual presentation on Tuesday, Oct. 5, featuring Rafael Ocasio, the Charles A. Dana Professor of Spanish at Agnes Scott College, as he discussed traditional folk stories and legends from Puerto Rico. The presentation centered around his book, “Folk Stories from the Hills […]

Entrepreneur and state board member to speak on experience and the power of mentorship and collaboration

On Wednesday (Oct. 6), the Georgia Highlands College School of Business and Professional Studies will continue its Entrepreneur Speaker Series with Cade Joiner, founder of Shred-X Secure Document and strategic partner at Brookwell Capital. “I will discuss habits like finding a mentor, reading, building a great team, having a positive mental outlook and taking time […]

Renovated Winn Building at GHC’s Paulding site increases opportunities for students

Georgia Highlands College officially cut the ribbon for the newly renovated Winn Building at the Paulding site this week. The project has transformed the facility into a modern academic building, expanding degree and program offerings in the area. “This project was made possible with a total of $4.1 million in state funding, and for that, […]

Virtual HUB at GHC connects students with advisors, other services from anywhere

Since its inception in the 2020 fall semester, the Virtual HUB has grown from serving 660 students in its first month to now serving more than 2,800 students at Georgia Highlands College this semester. The ongoing tool continues to help in-person and online students access resources virtually and more conveniently than ever before. The goal […]

Healthcare program at GHC ranked as ‘best affordable’ degree in the country

Georgia Highlands College (GHC) has been ranked No. 1 by University HQ as the “Best Affordable College” to earn your degree in Healthcare Administration. GHC’s Bachelor of Business Administration in Healthcare Management offers students the foundational knowledge and practical skills that are essential for a demanding and rapidly changing healthcare industry. Read the full article […]

GET TO KNOW: Gina Floyd

Georgia Highlands College is highlighting faculty and staff administration across the college in this ongoing “GET TO KNOW” series. First up is Gina Floyd who serves as the Registrar for GHC. Learn more about Gina here. Please like and share on social media: Facebook Instagram Twitter

System health director to speak on how passion drives success

Today, Sept. 15, the Georgia Highlands College School of Business and Professional Studies will continue its Entrepreneur Speaker Series with guest Becky Gabany, the System Director of Community Health for Memorial Health System in Springfield, IL. Gabany will speak on her passion for equity and how that passion ties into her success in creating an […]

Students place 2,977 American flags on display representing the lives lost 20 years ago on 9/11

In the memory of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, Georgia Highlands College (GHC) students, faculty and staff placed 2,977 American flags on the courtyard of the college’s Cartersville site. The event, known as the “9/11: Never Forget Project,” was made possible through the help of around 25 volunteers, including Veterans Affairs […]

Childhood actress from ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ to speak on mental health

Next week, former childhood actress and current mental health advocate Lisa Jakub, who took on roles in movies such as “Mrs. Doubtfire” and “Independence Day,” will speak virtually at Georgia Highlands College (GHC) on ways to cope with anxiety, the value of self-acceptance, and methods for recognizing anxiety in your life. Titled “Anxiety, Depression & […]