Georgia Highlands College kicked off another academic year by honoring its faculty and staff from each of its locations for the 2017-2018 academic year at its annual in-service meeting. GHC also welcomed 14 new full-time faculty from varying educational experiences and backgrounds. Full story Video: Facebook, Twitter
USG eclips for August 24, 2018
University System News: www.savannahceo.com Georgia Tech Admissions Hits the Road http://savannahceo.com/news/2018/08/georgia-tech-admissions-hits-road/ Students, parents and high school counselors across Georgia will soon get answers to their college admissions questions from three of the state’s leading universities. Georgia Tech’s admission staff is teaming up with their counterparts from Georgia State University and the University of Georgia for […]
Holiday Pay Policy
GHC’s Holiday Pay Policy Georgia Highlands observes 12 paid holidays each year for eligible employees. The president’s cabinet determines which holidays will be recognized and the schedule for each year is published on the Human Resources website. For more information see GHC’s Holiday Pay policy: http://www2.highlands.edu/inc/files/userfiles/357-017ac7cbeeef209-HR301-HolidayPay.pdf
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT LEAVE
For the purposes of promoting education in Georgia and supplementing work life balance options for University System of Georgia employees, each full benefits eligible, non-temporary employee of the USG are eligible for up to eight (8) paid hours of Education Support Leave per calendar year. Such leave is in addition to, and not charged against, […]
Iranian Hackers Targeting US Colleges
GHC IT has received information from the University System of Georgia Cybersecurity office and one of their strategic technology partners about an ongoing series of phishing attacks occurring against colleges and universities in the United States. It is believed that these attacks are sponsored by the Iranian government. This type of state-sponsored cybercrime has occurred […]
OneUSG – How to change your address
It is important that you keep your mailing and email addresses current in OneUSG Connect. This contact information is used for announcements, Open Enrollment, medical cards, W-2s, etc. Refer to the attached job tool for more information and instructions. How to change your address in OneUSG Video – How to change your address in OneUSG […]
USG eclips for August 22, 2018
University System News: www.myajc.com New Kennesaw State leader hopes to keep student costs affordable https://www.myajc.com/news/local-education/new-kennesaw-state-leader-hopes-keep-student-costs-affordable/RWdogH0gPDR5AOhFslWg6O/ By Eric Stirgus – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Kennesaw State University’s new president wants to figure out what classes best fit student needs, start a fundraising campaign and graduate more career-ready students to work in local businesses. She also said she’s […]
USG eclips for August 23, 2018
University System News: www.statesboroherald.com GSU names president search committee Group of 18 will interview candidates, make recommendations https://www.statesboroherald.com/local/gsu-names-president-search-committee/ From Staff Reports The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia has named the two committees required by Regents’ policy to conduct a national search for the next president of Georgia Southern University. www.savannahnow.com […]
IT Policy Update – Email
The below email policy and standard have been updated, approved by Cabinet, and issued: IT.PO.180 – Email Purpose Email is the official form of written, electronic communication for Georgia Highlands College employees and should be used accordingly. The purpose of this policy is to define appropriate use of email. Scope This policy applies to […]
IT Policy Update – Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
The below Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy and standard for employee-owned technology in use at the institution have been updated, approved by Cabinet, and issued: IT.PO.410 – Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Purpose The purpose of this policy is to empower Georgia Highlands College employees to utilize personal computing devices in order to work […]