New issue of the Highlander available now!

Read about the great things happening at GHC all in one place! #TakingCharge You can flip through the most recent issue of the Highlander by visiting highlander.highlands.edu today! A few highlights: GHC alumnus earns job as software engineer at Home Depot GHC student and member of National Guard completes semester while aiding in COVID-19 fight […]

GHC’s new graphic design program increases career opportunities for students in northwest Georgia

Students with an interest or natural talent in design now have an opportunity to further their skills and establish a rewarding career in the field of graphic design with a new associate degree at Georgia Highlands College beginning this fall. “Students will be able to design and layout commercial artwork in conjunction with advertising and […]

Emotional and Mental Health

Did you know USG provides an employee assistance program to employees and family members with free, comprehensive support and confidential counseling 24/7/365 through the KEPRO Employee Assistance Program (EAP)? You can receive up to 4 free counseling sessions per issue, along with unlimited work/life support resources. Call 844-243-4440 or visit the website www.EAPHelplink.com and enter […]

One click. One share. Reach students everywhere!

Join the marketing Charge for fall. Help future students Charge Ahead and start #TakingCharge at Georgia Highlands College. THE DEADLINE FOR FALL IS JULY 15 You can like and share any one of the videos below by clicking the link to the post on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Not on social media? No problem. Click […]

Social Justice – KEPRO Article

From the Employee Assistance Program KEPRO article, “Social Justice”: “Updated June 12—A wave of protests across the nation has prompted many individuals and organizations to reevaluate how they can support their black friends, coworkers, and others impacted by racism. While people may be unsure how to begin, a sensitive, honest conversation can often be a […]

Today: Midday Mindfulness – Guided Meditation w/ Body Scan

Join us today 12:00 – 12:20 pm for a guided meditation with body scan. Click the link to join: https://highlands.zoom.us/j/94633030432 Be sure to check out the other well-being events this week:   Date Time Sponsor Activity Wednesday, 6/17 11:00 am – 12:00 pm KEPRO Effective Stress Management Wednesday, 6/17 12:00 – 12:20 pm GHC Wellness Guided […]

President’s and Dean’s list announced for spring 2020

Georgia Highlands College has announced students named to the spring 2020 President’s List and Dean’s List. To achieve President’s List status, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average and attain a minimum of nine semester hours of credit. To make Dean’s List students must complete a minimum of nine semester hours and achieve at […]

CARES Act: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund

Georgia Highlands College has been approved for $2,110,118 to award in the first round of grants for students. You can learn more about the process by visiting the bursar’s office page and clicking CARES Relief Fund Plan. You may also share this video with students: https://youtu.be/8vdGXRvCwtY