Please join us on Friday, January 29th, 10-11:30a for the next lecture in the Social Science and Education Speaker Series on racism and social justice. The speaker will be Dr. Timothy Askew, Professor of English, Clark-Atlanta University. The title of the lecture: African-American Patriotism: An Analysis of the Song, ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’. “Behind […]
Category Archives: GHC News
Quarantine After International Travel
We know most of us will not be traveling but if you are planning a trip out of the country, or have traveled recently, it is safest to stay home when you return for 10 days after travel. If you have recently traveled internationally or are planning a trip, be sure to contact HR_COVID-19@highlands.edu. Read […]
Learn about all the ways your donation to the GHC Foundation helps students succeed!
Check out this informational video and see how the GHC Foundation has supported student success since 1973. Did you know? The GHC Foundation contributes over half a million dollars to scholarships and programs each year. You can sign up for an annual payroll deduction pledge or open-ended payroll deduction pledge by printing and completing the […]
Students reflect upon Foundation’s impact
Your donations to the GHC Foundation directly affect the lives of students. Through Foundation scholarships, students like Jessica Avila have been able to succeed on their academic journey. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kind generosity in awarding me [a scholarship] for the 2020-2021 school year,” student Jessica Avila said in […]
USG e-clips for January 8, 2021
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Georgia university leaders weigh in on riot at U.S. Capitol By Eric Stirgus Georgia Tech President Ángel Cabrera’s thoughts as he watched Wednesday’s riot at the U.S. Capitol turned to his homeland, Spain in 1981, when an attempted coup created chaos in that country. “We felt sad, scared, furious, and embarrassed. The […]
National journal publishes chapter by GHC teaching center director highlighting online education strategies
Georgia Highlands College’s Josie Baudier recently took her knowledge in instructional design to the next level. The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning director recently saw her researched published in a national journal. The scholarly publication was called “The Learner-Centered Instructional Designer.” “This book is written for instructional designers as one way to support […]
It’s not too late to show your “Heart of Gold” and register for GHC Foundation drawing
There’s still time to join the GHC Foundation “Heart of Gold” faculty/staff campaign! As a special thank you, this year’s donors will receive a GHC Foundation tumbler filled with GHC 50th items and will be entered into a drawing for a gift card, a GHC coffee cup, and GHC socks at the end of January. […]
Are your students not doing your assigned readings?
Are your students not doing your assigned readings? Perusall is a social annotation tool which integrates discussion within the text or video and fosters close reading and student engagement! CETL is excited to invite you to join its brand-new Perusall Faculty Learning Community (FLC). Designed to be informative but low-stress, this FLC will meet once […]
Quick Help with D2L & Zoom / USG Motivating Learners Course
Drop-in Session: D2L & Zoom Start the semester off right by getting quick answers to all your D2L & Zoom questions! Stop by one of CETL’s three Drop-In Sessions this week: Mon, Jan 11: 3:00-5:00 (Josie) Wed, Jan 13: 2:00-4:00 (Josie) Thurs, Jan 14: 1:30-3:30 (Rachel) USG “Motivating Learners: Starting Strong” Course Mon, Jan 25 […]
Interested in Applying for an ALG Grant?
Affordable Learning Georgia (ALG) has announced that applications for the next round of Affordable Materials Grants are due by March 1st, 2021. An informational meeting for anyone interested in applying for a grant will be held on January 11, 2021 at 2:00pm Eastern. This meeting will be recorded: Meeting Link (no registration required) Dial-In: +1 478-219-4222, […]