University System News: www.ajc.com Emotional pleas, but no vote on in-state tuition bill for immigrants http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local-education/emotional-pleas-but-no-vote-on-in-state-tuition-bi/nj8DG/ Janel Davis The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Despite advance notice that no vote would be taken Tuesday, a full contingent of immigrant students and supporters turned out at a Senate committee, urging lawmakers to pass legislation granting in-state tuition for certain […]
Saving for Retirement
One of the most valuable employee benefits offered by the University System of Georgia is the option to save in a retirement plan that helps reduce your current taxes. A 403 (b) plan is a tax deferred retirement plan available to employees of public educational institutions and certain nonprofit organizations. Participating in a 403 (b) […]
Retirement Reception for Ken Weatherman
The Division of Natural Sciences and Physical Education is hosting a retirement reception for Dr. Ken Weatherman on Thursday, February 26 from 1:00-3:00pm in the Physical Education building on the Floyd Campus. Please join us in celebrating Ken’s 40 years of service to GHC!
HR Spotlight – Multiple Position Appointments
Georgia Highlands College does not encourage or recommend engaging current GHC employees in a second position due to various complications that may arise out of dual employment. However, in extenuating circumstances where a dual employment relationship is entered into, this policy provides direction on how to manage the relationship. To view policy: http://www.highlands.edu/inc/files/userfiles/357-81bfca105cdfaae-HR104-MultiplePositionAppointments10-08-2014.pdf
HR Spotlight – Ethics Hotline Reporting Procedures
GHC is committed to an ethical, efficient, and effective work environment to allow us to successfully accomplish our mission. As a result, we have placed a high priority on assuring that each member of our college community has the opportunity and means to convey any matter that could compromise that environment. Employees are encouraged to […]
USG e-clips from February 10, 2015
University System News: www.mdjonline.com Batter up! ’17 Braves tickets soon to go on sale http://mdjonline.com/view/full_story/26457419/article-Batter-up—17-Braves-tickets-soon-to-go-on-sale by Joe Kirby, Otis A. Brumby III and Lee B. Garrett, – Around Town Columnists …THE GEORGIA SENATE’S Higher Education Committee holds a hearing at 3 p.m. today on a bill that would allow those in the country illegally who […]
The Jumping Jackets Jump Rope Team to perform at tonight’s game
The Jumping Jackets Jump Rope Team from Cave Spring Elementary School will perform tonight at half time of the Chargers men’s basketball game. The Jumping Jackets have performed at venues all across our area and have had rave reviews. This is their first visit to Georgia Highlands. You will not want to miss their performance. […]
USG e-clips from February 9, 2015
University System News: www.myajc.com Corporate combos offer lessons for merging colleges http://www.myajc.com/news/business/corporate-combos-offer-lessons-for-merging-college/nj4r2/#55a20834.3566685.735638 By Russell Grantham – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Since 2012, Georgia’s public university system has launched mergers of a dozen state schools to cut costs and improve services, partly inspired by similar moves in the business world. The latest: Kennesaw State and Marietta’s Southern […]
Photos from Monday’s Lady Chargers Game
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Reading Group Wednesday 2/11 12:30 @ Cartersville Library
Don’t forget: the GHC Reading Group will meet Wednesday February 11 from 12:30 to 1:30 (drop in) at the Cartersville Library. Join us to chat about what you’ve read or are reading! Questions? Contact Amy: aburger@highlands.edu