Removing Obstacles to Online Learning

Removing Obstacles to Online Learning, the first module of CETL’s 22-23 signature lab, begins this Friday, August 26. During the next two weeks, participants will engage with their peers in an asynchronous discussion of “Instructor Social Presence and Connectedness in a Quick Shift from Face-to-Face to Online Instruction.” Join us for real conversation about struggles […]

USG e-clips for August 19, 2022

University System News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Construction begins on massive bio science park for Georgia Tech By Zachary Hansen The project is the university’s attempt to cultivate and support home-grown biology, medical and technology startups Georgia Tech’s vision of an 18-acre innovation district for medical and technology startups is beginning to become a reality. The […]

USG e-clips for August 22, 2022

University System News: WGXA Cathy Cox named 12th Georgia College & State University President by Brandon McGouirk “The academic ceremony, since the middle ages, has symbolized a commitment to the pursuit of knowledge. It allows us to welcome a new era of leadership and to celebrate as a community,” Chancellor and former Governor Sonny Perdue […]

Floyd Café Specials August 22nd – 25th, 2022

Open Monday – Thursday 8-10: breakfast 11-2 pm: lunch Monday, August 22,  2022 Roasted chicken with yellow rice and vegetables  Tuesday, August 23, 2022 Mexican casserole with chips and salsa Wednesday, August 24, 2022 BBQ pulled pork with vegetables and potatoes Thursday, August  25, 2022 Fried or baked fish with macaroni and cheese, vegetables   – Everyday Breakfast […]

Monthly Payroll Reminder

Good Morning, Timesheet Approval for All Monthly Employees   Monthly Employees & Managers: Please have all absence requests entered and approved by 2:00pm, Tuesday, August 23, 2022.  Monthly timesheets do not need to be approved by the employee or the manager. However, all absences must be requested and approved for them to be paid. A link, […]

Monthly Payroll Reminder

Good Morning, Timesheet Approval for All Monthly Employees   Monthly Employees & Managers: Please have all absence requests entered and approved by 2:00pm, Tuesday, August 23, 2022.  Monthly timesheets do not need to be approved by the employee or the manager. However, all absences must be requested and approved for them to be paid. A link, […]

OneUSG Connect Will Be Unavailable August 19

Good Morning, OneUSG Connect is scheduled for maintenance from 11:15 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2022, until 7 a.m., Saturday, August 20. During this time, OneUSG Connect and OneUSG Connect – Careers will not be available.  OneUSG Connect – Benefits will be available for use. If you have any questions, please email payroll@highlands.edu. Thank you, Tracy […]

USG e-clips for August 18, 2022

University System News: Macon Magazine A higher calling By Lisa Mayfield Spence A relatively “young” university by most standards, Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is leading the change and redefining the role of collegiate higher education. Blake, originally from Wimbledon, England, has been at the helm since 2014. Under his leadership, the university has expanded […]