New Semester, New Paper
As my third year at Tech comes to a close, I am presented with a plethora of exciting new experiences I am genuinely looking forward to. From studying abroad this summer to continuing my co-op [...]
Ian Bailie
Work experience, a helpful journey
For undergrad students, I see two separate “Techs” on the same campus: one that is, indeed, the North Avenue Trade School and another that truly lives up to the reputation Tech carries as a research [...]
Long overdue, Technique is redesigned
When I began this incredibly long journey of redesigning the Technique, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. On a week-to-week basis, our staff, myself included, is spoiled to use the tools, [...]
Limited study space hampers productivity
In typical Tech fashion, the Yellow Jacket gods have decided this week should be the week of no sleep. Two tests and a paper in addition to actually attending class will definitely see to that. [...]
LGBTQ support relies on Tech community
With the presidential election rapidly approaching, it’s no surprise that is all we Tech students hear about. For me, this used to be an unfortunate annoyance: six months of political rhetoric and pandering is certainly [...]
Goon squad returns for 2012
By Anna Arnau Sports Editor Football head coach Paul Johnson has a knack for coaching specifically the rushing game, and Tech has come to be known nationally as a team with a rush-dominated approach. Last [...]
Special teams look to be 2012 game changer
By Anna Arnau Sports Editor Paul Johnson has had a successful career as head coach of the football team, leading the Jackets to an ACC Championship in 2009, its first BCS bowl game in 2009, [...]
Campus changed by Olympic village construction
By Ian Bailie Focus Editor During the 1996 Centennial Olympics, Georgia Tech served as the Olympic Village. In addition to the honor of hosting Olympic athletes, Tech received several new campus elements that have become [...]
tips & tricks Olympic broadcasts
By Ian Bailie Focus Editor With the Olympics a week away, it’s time students take a look at the Olympic broadcast schedule to ensure they catch the events they want. Watch the Peacock NBC is [...]
Hinsdale leaves Olympic mark on Tech
By Ian Bailie Focus Editor With the spotlight thrust upon London and the Olympic games, now-famous athletes have become household names. Significantly less known, though, are the people who support those world-class competitors. At Tech, [...]
hot or not
HOT–or–NOT Batman sold out The Student Center Programs Council offered a Dark Knight pre-screening to Tech students. The deal sold out within a few hours. The show begins at 7:30 p.m., a four and a [...]
Marriage is personal choice, but should never be taken lightly
As my 20s hit me with full force, I realize that the number of engaged and married couples I know now has increased about tenfold, and I even know a handful of newborn babies now. [...]
Warm welcome back for Formula One
With much anticipation and excitement, Formula One is returning to the United States. The last time the United States was a part of the Formula One circuit was from 2000-2007 in Indianapolis. The inaugural year [...]
Tech’s partnership with Coursera: Institute takes steps toward Strategic Plan goals
The Office of the Provost recently announced Tech’s partnership with the online educator, Coursera. This new approach to education is becoming popular among international universities and colleges, and Tech has officially announced its interest and [...]
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Secularists make strides in first post-Gadhafi elections The first free elections in Libya since the ouster of Col. Muammar Gadhafi saw the National Forces Alliance (NFA) secure 39 seats in Libya’s elections for the country’s [...]
APD, GTPD form partnership through cruiser
By Alex Sohani News Editor The Atlanta Police Department and Tech announced a unique partnership on Monday, July 9, in the form of a police vehicle that will patrol around campus and surrounding neighborhoods. The [...]
Redefining online education: Tech signs agreement with Coursera to offer online courses
In an effort to offer higher education through an easily accessible medium, Tech announced its partnership with Coursera on Tuesday, July 17, to offer free online courses. Tech joins 15 other institutions by offering five [...]