University System News: WALB VSU’s research team discovers effective treatment for COVID-19 By Jennifer Morejon While many felt like the world stopped last year, scientists began the race to find treatments and a cure for COVID-19. A Valdosta State University (VSU) team, initially working on a Tuberculosis treatment, switched gears when the pandemic hit. Long […]
USG e-clips for March 29, 2021
University System News: Atlanta Journal-Constitution AJC On Campus: Vaccines for students; more colleges make fall return plans By Eric Stirgus A few things happened recently that may benefit Georgia’s college students. State leaders lowered the age requirements for COVID-19 vaccine eligibility, making it easier for students to get vaccinated. The federal government approved some changes […]
Drawing Winners!
Thank you so much for completing the Diversity in the Workplace training! Congratulations to: Brittany Ozmore – GHC Bling Bag Shea Walker – GHC Bling Bag Janice Jackson – GHC Wellness Bag Julius Fleschner – GHC Wellness Bag Carmel Brunson – USG Drawstring Bag Michelle Pineda – Fleece Blanket Thank you so much for […]
Best Practices in Teaching Symposium Registration Deadline Approaching
Best Practices in Teaching Symposium symposium.highlands.edu
Registration now open for virtual event aimed at helping adult learners complete a college degree
Whether it’s the first step or the first step back on a college campus, Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is working to ensure adult learners have all the tools and flexibility they need to earn a college degree. GHC has joined the Adult Learning Consortium from Complete College Georgia to help students like this finish a […]
USG e-clips for March 24, 2021
University System News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Georgia colleges to increase access to vaccine for students By Eric Stirgus, Many of the state’s largest public universities said they’re planning to increase access to the COVID-19 vaccines after Gov. Brian Kemp announced he’s directing the state to expand vaccine eligibility to all adult Georgians as of Thursday. […]
2021 COMMENCEMENT: MACE BEARER + DEADLINES FOR FACULTY & GRADUATES
Primary updates to share this week include 1) 2021 Mace Bearer: Prof. Billy Morris; 2) faculty attendance requirements and regalia information; and 3) new commencement requirements for graduating students. Congratulations to Professor Billy Morris for being selected the 2021 Mace Bearer! The Graduation Committee is honored to report that Billy will lead the processional for […]
Next Week In Wellness
Be sure to mark your calendars for next week’s exciting Wellness events: Date Time Sponsor Activity Monday, 3/29 12:00 pm USG Well-being Money Monday: Making a Spending Plan – Evaluating Discretionary Income Tuesday, 3/30 11:30 am Kaiser Permanente Taking Care of Your Heart (Password: Thrive123) Wednesday, 3/31 1:00 pm KEPRO Bereavement: Coping with Loss View […]
USG e-clips for March 25, 2021
University System News: 11Alive Here is a list of Georgia colleges’ vaccine rollout plans With Georgians 16 and older now eligible for the vaccine, colleges are hoping for a return to normal campus life, and many local universities are trying to make the vaccination process easier for students and staff. Here are schools’ plans as […]
Professional Development and Prizes – Last Day
Complete the training below between March 22nd and March 26, 2021 and send your Completion Certificate (electronically) to Terri in HR, and your name will be entered into a drawing for prizes. Diversity in the Workplace – 30 minutes https://www.advantageengagement.com/p_content_detail.php?id_division=d00&id_module=m000&id_element=030&id_cr=66766 To access: Click on link under course name Register (required to get receive completion certificate) […]