University System News: The Griffin Daily News GSC President gives State of the College address By Savannah Shockley Assistant Managing Editor Gordon State College held its fourth annual State of the College Address on Tuesday, delivered by President Dr. Kirk A. Nooks. The focal point of the address was the progress of the college’s five-year […]
USG e-clips for February 8, 2023
University System News: WJBF AU’s online Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program is ranked number one in the country by: Bria Smith Students part of AU’s online Pediatric Nursing program can call themselves number one after being ranked the top program by Nurse Practitioner Online. Five institutions from across the country are being recognized for their online […]
USG e-clips for February 9, 2023
University System News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Kemp reappoints two members to Georgia Board of Regents By Vanessa McCray Gov. Brian Kemp reappointed two members to the Georgia Board of Regents. The governor announced Wednesday that Erin Hames and James Hull will remain on the board, a move that brings consistency to the 19-member board that […]
USG e-clips for February 10, 2023
University System News: Augusta CEO Georgia Chamber Hosts Business Prospects for Annual ‘Georgia Quail Hunt’ in Albany Staff Report This week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Georgia Quail Hunt in Albany, as business leaders representing state recruitment and expansion prospects joined local and state economic development officials, including Lt. Governor Burt Jones […]
Does developing executive functioning help students?
Check GHC Inform each weekday this month to anonymously test your ability to distinguish fact from fiction. The correct answer to each question will be posted in GHC Inform the following day. Don’t delay! Each question can accept up to 40 responses. False: Learning is actually impaired when experiencing high stress. Stress can negatively impact learning […]
Procurement Trainings
The State Accounting Office (SAO) has recently updated the business process policy specifically related to the procurement of goods and services for state agencies and organizations. To assist in these updates, trainings will be conducted on procurement processes via Zoom beginning the week of February 13th. How to purchase items via the GeorgiaFIRST Marketplace – […]
Next Week @ CETL: Marietta GIFTs, Hybrid Courses, DYOC
Marietta GIFT Exchange Mon., February 13 | 2:00-3:00 pm, 15014 | Facilitator: Rachel Rupprecht All Marietta instructors are invited to this GIFTs (Great Ideas For Teaching) exchange! Come to share what has been working well in your classes in a brief, no-technology talk at an informal roundtable, or just to hear from your colleagues. Good, […]
Do students learn better under pressure?
Check GHC Inform each weekday this month to anonymously test your ability to distinguish fact from fiction. The correct answer to each question will be posted in GHC Inform the following day. Don’t delay! Each question can accept up to 40 responses. False: Research shows that robust knowledge stored in long-term memory engages students in higher […]
Black History Month–Film Screening: These Final Hours–Feb. 22nd, 12:30 & 3:30
In recognition of Black History Month, Georgia Highlands College has partnered with filmmakers, The Knights Young Productions, to screen their 53rd NAACP Image Award nominated film, These Final Hours. This film short has garnered several accolades including: Audience Choice, Portland Film Festival (2021); Best Short, Sedona International Film Festival (2022), Hip Hop Film Festival […]
Employee Discounts
The Center for Continuing and Professional Education is now offering discounts to faculty and staff! To receive the discount, complete and submit the approval form below. Employee Discount Form If you have any questions, please contact Whitney Puckett at wpuckett@highlands.edu.