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) […]
(TAP)TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM – 2021 SUMMER/MAYMESTER
TAP applications for 2021 SUMMER & MAYMESTER are due April 15th. – Following is the link to download and complete the TAP Application: Employee Application for Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) If you are a Part-Time Nursing Faculty please use the following link: Part-Time Nursing Faculty Tuition Assistance Program Application – Only E-mail your TAP application to: dmendoza@highlands.edu Please note: Employee ID number is […]
Redefining Trauma, April 1, 1pm
Join Student Engagement and Dr. Sarah E. Wright, licensed therapist and adjunct professor of psychology at the University of South Carolina, as we begin Sexual Assault Awareness Month for a discussion on the impact of stress and trauma on the brain. April 1, 1pm, via Zoom. Please register for the event here. RedefiningTraumaFlyer
In Case You Missed the Implicit Bias Workshop with Dr. Gibson-Wallace or Dr. Bontrager’s Presentation
Both recordings are available to all GHC faculty, staff and students! Sites of Mourning, Sites of Empire Implicit Bias Workshop And don’t miss these previous recordings as well! Financial Wellness: Personal Taxes Financial Wellness: Personal Finances Andrew Aydin: March
Turkey and Squash Bowl Recipe
GHC has partnered with the Bartow UGA Extension Office to offer a limited series of healthy cooking demonstrations for National Nutrition Month. Check out this week’s recipe below: Turkey and Squash Bowl recipe card Turkey and Squash Bowl nutritional information Track your wellness journey on the USG Well-being platform and earn up to $100 […]