SSG Richard Hancock will be visiting GHC Cartersville on Monday, March 5th from 10am-1pm. Find him outside of the Library sharing how the National Guard works with colleges to help students achieve success. Benefits include 100% tuition assistance, job training, career placement, and much more! Encourage students to take advantage of the opportunity to discover […]
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USG eclips for March 1, 2018
University System News: www.ajc.com Georgia lawmakers push forward college education bills https://www.ajc.com/news/local-education/georgia-lawmakers-push-forward-college-education-bills/C36aUo4LolSwK58Tn3fDdN/ Eric Stirgus Wednesday was Crossover Day at the state Capitol, the critical day when bills must pass either the Georgia House of Representatives or Senate. Here’s a look at several bills that have passed one chamber of the Georgia Legislature that could have […]
USG eclips for February 28, 2018
University System News: www.savannahnow.com Savannah State officials address campus safety concerns after fatal weekend shooting http://savannahnow.com/news/2018-02-27/savannah-state-officials-address-campus-safety-concerns-after-fatal-weekend-shooting# By Brittini Ray Savannah State University President Cheryl Dozier said during a Tuesday press conference that keeping students safe is a top priority for officials, just three days after a man was fatally shot on campus. “We are taking […]
Let’s Move, Cartersville!
Check out our Health and Wellness Blog for 3 NEW updates: https://ghcwellness2018.weebly.com/blog Weekly events you can participate in, including yoga and walking! Please email the leader if you are interested in meeting up, or just join them if you see them walking on campus! Highlands “Unlikely” Hikers Group, first scheduled to meet on Friday March […]
How to Protect Your Data and Devices While Traveling with Tech
Due to enhanced security measures in most countries, travelers with tech should be prepared for possible disruptions or additional wait times during the screening process. Here are some steps you can take to help secure your devices and your privacy. Good to know: While traveling within the United States, TSA agents at the gate are not allowed […]
Lady Chargers Advance to GCAA SEMI-FINALS
The Lady Chargers opened the game with a 16-2 run and came away with the quarter-final GCAA Conference tournament win over the Lady Tigers of Andrew College to advance to the Final Four on Friday in Americus, Georgia. The Lady Chargers turned up the defensive pressure holding the Lady Tigers to just 6 points in […]
USG eclips for February 27, 2018
University System News: www.tiftonceo.com ABAC President Dr. David Bridges on Consolidation & What It Means for Tifton and Southwest Georgia http://tiftonceo.com/video/2018/02/david-bridges-consolation-what-it-means-tifton-and-southwest-georgia/?utm_source=Tifton+CEO&utm_campaign=e75a79055b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_02_26&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b977a0f8f6-e75a79055b-303871653 Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College President David Bridges talks about what consolidation means for the Tifton community and the Southwest Georgia Region. www.saportareport.com UN affiliate recognizes new regional center for sustainability in metro Atlanta UN […]
ASF registration deadline extended
The registration deadline for the annual Alabama Shakespeare Festival trip has been extended to MARCH 15! Please encourage your students to consider one of GHC’s most time-honored traditions! Students, faculty, staff, and their guests may register for the trip by completing the forms found here: https://www.highlands.edu/asf A $50 deposit must be paid in the Business […]
USG eclips for February 26, 2018
University System News: www.chronicle.com Colleges With the Largest Endowments, 2017 https://www.chronicle.com/article/Colleges-With-the-Largest/242627 The 809 American colleges that participated in a 2017 survey reported an average return of 12.2 percent (net of fees) for the fiscal year, compared with a –1.9 percent return reported by 805 colleges for the 2016 fiscal year. Seven private nonprofit institutions had […]
USG eclips for February 23, 2018
University System News: www.albanyherald.com ASU, IBM partner to put on Blockchain Conference Conference organizers say emerging technology will change the marketplace http://www.albanyherald.com/news/local/asu-ibm-partner-to-put-on-blockchain-conference/article_54243c87-9944-59d3-8322-5a3649e2d7d4.html By Terry Lewis If you haven’t heard of Blockchain technology by now, just wait a while longer and you will. On Thursday, Albany State University and IBM held a Blockchain conference in the […]