University System News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Clayton State University president resigns, cites health issue By Eric Stirgus Clayton State University President T. Ramon Stuart announced his resignation after less than a year on the job, saying a recent health challenge prevents him from effectively serving in the position. “As many of you know, I have […]
USG e-clips for April 6, 2022
University System News: Albany Herald Georgia lawmakers send $30.2 billion budget to governor By Dave Williams Capitol Beat News Service The General Assembly gave final passage to a $30.2 billion state budget on the final day of the 2022 legislation session that provides pay raises to state employees and Georgia teachers. During the final hour […]
USG e-clips for April 5, 2022
University System News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution State lawmakers pass college student aid, campus speech zone bills By Eric Stirgus Georgia is one of just two states that lacks broad need-based financial aid, they say Georgia lawmakers passed two bills on the last day of the legislative session that could have longstanding impact for students in […]
USG e-clips for April 4, 2022
University System News: Gwinnett Daily Post Jann Joseph invested as third president of Georgia Gwinnett College From staff reports Jann L. Joseph was invested as the third president of Georgia Gwinnett College at a formal ceremony Friday on the college’s campus…One of the oldest traditions in academia, an investiture is a formal ceremony that “confers […]
Chargers featured in LakePoint documentary on college baseball
The sound of a bat cracking against a baseball. The smell of wet grass under the warm sun in the morning. The sight of blue caps with orange letters across the field. This is an average day at LakePoint in Cartersville where the Georgia Highlands College baseball team practices and plays home games. This season, […]
GHC expands access to affordable bachelor’s degree focused on engineering and construction
Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is helping more students gain access to the newest bachelor’s degree in building information modeling management (BIMM) through a partnership with Chattanooga State Community College (ChSCC) in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The agreement allows Chattanooga State Community College students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology with a concentration in Construction Engineering Technology […]
5th Annual Transitions Fair a Success
Disability Access at GHC Cartersville hosted the 5th Annual Transitions Fair for Bartow County & Cartersville high schools last week. This event was designed to educate parents and high school students with disabilities about opportunities after high school. Options included transitioning into the community and/or postsecondary education after graduation. Vendors from over 20 agencies were […]
A Moment for Art
Join us for the first Moment for Art presentation in the Cartersville Campus Art Studio on Monday morning, April 11, at 9:00. We’ll be celebrating the success of art student Tessa Webb. Tessa’s artwork was selected by Interim President Dr. Nichols to hang in the GHC Presidential Office. Art–coffee–donuts–what a great way to ease back […]
GHC alumna sworn into the Rome City Commission
Recently sworn into the Rome City Commission, Elaina Beeman began her post-secondary education at Georgia Highlands College (then Floyd Junior College) studying business management, then went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Jacksonville State University. Currently employed by the Northwest Georgia Housing Authority (NWGHA) as the Project SOAR Education Navigator and Tax Credit Manager, […]
New Marietta Counselor- Andre Griggs
Dear Charger Family, My name is Andre Griggs and I am the new Counselor for the Marietta and Douglasville campuses. Faculty, I would love the opportunity to speak to your classes about Student Support Services. Students, I can assist you with managing stress and anxiety for final exams, job related stress, relationship issues, depression, and […]