Greetings GHC Faculty, The week of January 25-29 is First Amendment Awareness Week at GHC. This is the time each year when everyone at the college is encouraged to become more aware of what the First Amendment to the United States Constitution actually says and to reflect on the important freedoms it protects. GHC’s First Amendment Awareness Week has been sponsored by the Six Mile Post for well over […]

Online Seminar: Reframing Your World | Available on Demand Starting January 19th Description: Discover the practical ways to reframe your perspective to live a more present and positive life. Download the full 2021 EAP Webinar Calendar here Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Available any time, any day, your EAP is a free, confidential benefit […]

Still interested in making a difference in the lives of students? You can donate to the GHC Foundation today! The GHC Foundation has been committed to supporting the GHC community since 1973. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the GHC Foundation is pleased to make a number of scholarships available to our current students. As […]

Andrew Aydin, the creator and co-author of the graphic novel memoir series “MARCH,” spoke to Georgia Highlands College (GHC) students on Tuesday, Jan. 12, during a virtual event. The National Book Award winning story focuses on the real-life experiences of late U.S Congressman John Lewis. Aydin’s trilogy showcases the civil rights movement and is told […]

GHC’s Tutorial Center is working virtually this semester.  We look forward to serving your students!  The tutors would love to come to your classes either virtually or in some cases face-to-face for a 5-minute introduction to our services.  If you are interested in a class visit, please email: nmartin@highlands.edu with the details. Students can access […]

Teach Students (rather than content) Thurs, Jan 21   |   11:00 am-12:15 pm, Zoom   |   Facilitator: Rachel Rupprecht This is the first in CETL’s new three-part “Rather Than” workshop series, in which we hone in on important yet challenging aspects of teaching. This time, we consider how to make our courses—especially those we have taught many […]

Livongo is a new vendor Partner for the USG Healthcare plans for employees, retirees under age 65, and their covered spouses who are enrolled in the Anthem plans. Livongo combines advanced technology and one-on-one coaching. There are three program offerings: • Diabetes Management • Diabetes Prevention • Weight Management There is no cost to employees […]

Be sure to mark your calendars for this week’s exciting Wellness events: Date Time Sponsor Activity Tuesday, 1/19 10:00 am USG Well-being Office Stretch Break Tuesday, 1/19 7:00 pm Valic Tax Planning – The Importance of Having a Solid Strategy Wednesday, 1/20 10:00 am KEPRO Healthy Mind Toolkit: Boosting your Mental Health Wednesday, 1/20 5:00 […]

Below is the annual memo related to state business transaction disclosure reports. The below excerpt, from Wesley’s memo, provides a quick summary of what is required and by whom. “The State Business Transactions Disclosure Reports for transactions occurring in calendar year 2020 are due on or before January 31, 2021. This reporting requirement will not […]

We’re excited to announce that the University System of Georgia (USG) has partnered with Livongo to offer new health programs for eligible employees or eligible spouses enrolled in the USG Anthem healthcare plans. The programs through Livongo will help employees work towards health goals, get guidance on healthy habits and receive personalized health coaching. Employees […]