The UGA Bartow County Extension Office is offering a free workshop regarding Understanding and Improving Credit Score on May 29th. This is available to all faculty, staff, and students. This is a great opportunity! A financial specialist from the University of Georgia will be speaking and presenting. Refreshment will be provided. See the contact information […]

Take time for self-care! If you are not feeling your best mentally or emotionally, you are not alone. Many Americans are impacted by mental health challenges, increasing the likelihood that you or someone you know may be among them. Did you know… •1 in 5 adults experience a diagnosable mental health condition each year* •1 […]

This cycle of annual compliance training is due this Friday, April 19.  Employees who have not completed their annual training by that date are at risk of being locked out of their GHC accounts. You can access the training site here. If you have any questions, please reach out so sozment@highlands.edu.

Did you know that April 6th is National Employee Benefits Day? The USG offers its employees a well-balanced benefit program designed to provide protection against today’s financial hazards due to sickness or injury, as well as the opportunity to accumulate assets toward achieving tomorrow’s financial security. Who is eligible?   USG Total Rewards Statement The […]

The good news is that no matter how severe the problem may seem, most people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) can benefit from some form of treatment. Research shows that about one-third of people who are treated for alcohol problems have no further symptoms 1 year later. Many others substantially reduce their drinking and report […]

Alcohol-related problems—which result from drinking too much, too fast, or too often—are among the most significant public health issues in the United States. Many people struggle with controlling their drinking at some time in their lives. More than 14 million adults ages 18 and older have alcohol use disorder (AUD), and 1 in 10 children […]

A standard drink contains ½ ounce (oz) of pure alcohol. The body can metabolize about 1 drink per hour. A drink equals one 12 oz beer, one 5 oz glass of wine, or 1 oz of 100-proof liquor. How Many Drinks Are in Your Drink? In addition to “licensed” alcohol (single serve), sometimes we take […]

Alcohol Awareness Week is a time to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol abuse. Over time, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other serious issues that affect your quality of life, physical and mental health. Did you know more than 140,000 deaths occur every year in the United States […]