You may think you need an eye exam only when it’s time to update your eyewear prescription. But the truth is, eye exams are about a lot more than seeing whether you need a new pair of glasses or con­tacts. Comprehensive eye exams play an important role in your overall wellness, and you should get […]

This policy provides a method for the employees of Georgia Highlands College to voluntarily participate in a Shared Sick Leave Program which affords them the opportunity to donate sick or annual leave to a shared sick leave pool for possible use by themselves, or another GHC employee who is experiencing a life-threatening or emergency medical […]

This training session is designed and built on the Avoid, Deny, Defend strategy developed by ALERRT in 2004. Topics include the history and prevalence of active shooter events, the role of professional guardians, civilian response options, medical issues and drills.   Cartersville Tuesday, October 30th 10 – 12:00 PM Ballroom 102A

Each day we are faced with events that can have an effect on us, both personally and professionally. Whether it is childcare, financial, legal, health, or emotional issues, the effects are often felt in all areas of our life. In order to better prepare us for all the challenges we may face, the EAP has […]

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If you have the HMO Plan, you can get your flu shots and a $10 gift card at Publix.

Budget Training is scheduled for Friday, November 2, 2018. It will be held at the Cartersville campus from 10 – 11 AM in the Ballroom. The following topics will be discussed during this training session: Understanding departmental budgets Understanding the role of a Budget Manager Creating budget activity reports in PeopleSoft Financials Analyzing and maintaining […]

This policy provides a method for the employees of Georgia Highlands College to voluntarily participate in a Shared Sick Leave Program which affords them the opportunity to donate sick or annual leave to a shared sick leave pool for possible use by themselves, or another GHC employee who is experiencing a life-threatening or emergency medical […]

Open enrollment will be held Oct. 29 – Nov. 9, 2018 for active employees and pre-65 retirees and/or spouses. This year, we will have an Active Open Enrollment in which all employees will be required to certify their tobacco status. Employees who do not certify will be defaulted to a tobacco user and pay the tobacco surcharge. Open computer […]

In the military, “got your six” means “I’ve got your back.” The saying originated with World War I fighter pilots referencing the rear of an airplane as the six o’clock position. If you picture yourself at the center of a clock face, the area directly in front of you is twelve o’clock. Six o’clock is […]