Inside the Interaction Hour
Although today’s society is largely based on computing, the complex science behind all the computing leaves many confused. For non-experts, algorithms and code may seem...
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A deeper dive into recycling programs on campus
While many neglect to think about where their disposable coffee cup or styrofoam take-out container will go after being thrown in a trash or recycling...
Inside Tech’s biking community
Riding a bicycle is an increasingly popular mode of transportation, and it comes with several benefits not just for the riders but also for their...
How to travel during a pandemic
When I was 18 years old, I left the country for the first time. Having just confirmed my enrollment at Tech after spending my whole...
Tech’s lead on energy
Students and energy professionals met in the Klaus Research Wing for two action-packed days before spring break to participate in the Southeastern Energy Conference. Organized...
A history of women in engineering education
On March 2, Iowa State University’s Dr. Amy Bix came to campus to give a lecture on “How Coeds Came to Georgia Tech: A History...
An inside look at Ivan Allen’s Cinema@Tech
With tax credits up to 30% and the productions of major films, including Avengers: Infinity War, Black Panther and the Madea series, the city of...
Tech alumnus explores both engineering & consulting
Although Jesse Simmons graduated from Tech in 2011 with a B.S. in Civil Engineering, he now works as a strategy consultant at Ernst and Young....
Inclusion in animation, both on and off screen
In an increasingly globalized world, diversity and inclusion have continued to shake up the workforce. On Feb. 19, a panel of animators from the International...
Scheller’s panel on workforce diversity, inclusion
In an increasingly globalized workforce, it is not just technical skills that employers seek in candidates, but also knowledgeability on diversity and inclusion. On Feb....
Tech’s 2020 Black History Month lecture
On Feb. 12, the African American Student Union (AASU) and Institute Diversity, Equity and Inclusion welcomed the 2018 Florida democratic gubernatorial nominee and former mayor...
Students weigh in on sustainability on campus
With initiatives such as composting at the West Village Dining Commons, the opening of the Kendeda Building and the campus community garden, Tech has become...
Black feminist think tank discusses U.S. politics
This past week the Black Feminist Think Tank (BFTT) welcomed Leah Wright Rigueur of Brandeis University and Congress’ Chief of Staff Sophia King LaFargue to...
Unraveling human behavior with Dan Ariely
Whether it is nervous fidgeting or biting fingernails, breaking small habits can come as a big challenge. From saving rates to educational achievements, behavioral economists...
Tech jazz program celebrates 100 years of history
Jazz music is not only deeply rooted in the history of Atlanta, but in the history of Tech. Exactly 100 years ago, campus hosted one...
President Emeritus Clough discusses digitization
On any tour of campus, a guide will doubtless stop by the Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons (the Culc) and discuss its staging as the Googleplex...
Career advice from an alumnus
For Aaron Traywick, the road to graduating from Tech’s sister campus in Savannah with a B.S. in CE was full of twists and turns. And...
Tech alum shares insight on data engineering
At Tech, Nezir Teke, CS ‘00, was given the foundation of data engineering principles that he would build upon throughout his career — a career...