Statement from the University System of Georgia (USG): Since the beginning of the pandemic, the University System of Georgia has worked closely with the Georgia Department of Public Health and the Governor’s Office and Task Force to carry out its primary mission of educating students in a healthy and safe manner. Through effective planning, USG […]
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Community partnership supports 15 years of Foundation Camp
For over a decade, Georgia Highlands College (GHC) and the 100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia have worked together to bring Foundation Camp to hundreds of local boys, ages 10 to 12. The camp, which is one of several partnerships between the 100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia and GHC, is funded by generous donors […]
Next Week In Wellness
Be sure to mark your calendars for next week’s exciting Wellness events: Monday, 7/26 12:00 pm USG Well-being Money Monday: Strategically Contributing to your USG Supplemental Plan Tuesday, 7/27 10:00 am USG Well-being Office Stretch Break Tuesday, 7/27 10:00 – 11:30 am USG Well-being QPR Suicide Prevention Training Tuesday, 7/27 12:00 pm GSU Snack & […]
Foundation Camp creates memories through new experiences
At this month’s Georgia Highlands College (GHC) Foundation Camp, groups of boys ages 10 to 12 were able to experience new adventures on and off campus. “Providing off-campus activities is instrumental in the development of each camper, by enriching their awareness,” GHC’s GHAME Coordinator and Brother 2 Brother Assistant Director Evan Snelling said. Activities included […]
USG e-clips for July 20, 2021
University System News: Atlanta Business Chronicle University System of Georgia economic impact grows to $18.6 billion By Crystal Edmonson – Broadcast Editor Despite the Covid-19 pandemic and many universities shifting to virtual learning last year, Georgia’s public colleges produced a positive effect on the state’s economy. The University System of Georgia reports it had an […]
USG e-clips for July 21, 2021
University System News: Capitol Beat University System of Georgia economic impact grows to $18.6 billion by Dave Williams, Capitol Beat News Service The University System of Georgia (USG) generated an economic impact statewide of $18.6 billion in fiscal 2020. While that was up 0.6% over fiscal 2019, the system actually produced slightly fewer jobs in […]
USG Mental and Emotional Well-being Resources
USG Well-being has developed a one-page flyer to share all the resources USG offers for employee mental and emotional well-being. Click Here for a downloadable and printable copy.
Perusall is Coming!
Did you know that only 20-30% of students in the average classroom do assigned reading? In Perusall classes, >90% consistently do the reading. We are excited to announce that Perusall, the only truly social e-reader, will shortly be integrated into D2L at GHC! Curious about how Perusall can improve your classes? Check out: CETL’s Introduction […]
GHC students mentor youth during Foundation Camp
During this year’s Foundation Camp at Georgia Highlands College (GHC), student counselors were given an opportunity to help enrich the lives of young attendees while also getting to enjoy a little childhood nostalgia. For example, student and counselor David Smith said his experience at the camp reaffirmed his passion for education and desire to help […]