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Prof. crafts worlds for U.S.

Lauren Brett on April 20, 2012 in News

As a popular science fiction author, Professor Kathy Goonan is the first Tech professor to become involved with SIGMA, an organization of science fiction authors designed to provide think-tank services for the U.S. government.

Rocketeers to compete Saturday

Nishant Prasadh on April 20, 2012 in News

Tech’s Ramblin’ Rocketeers make up one of the 42 teams competing in the USLI competition, a NASA-run program in which these teams of college students develop reusable rockets capable of carrying a payload to a one-mile altitude. Vespula will be the Rocketeers’ entry in this competition.

Strategic plan rollout continues

Lauren Brett on April 20, 2012 in News

This spring will conclude the second year of Institute President G.P. “Bud” Peterson’s Strategic Plan. The 25-year plan outlines Tech’s goals and academic future up to the year 2035, Tech’s 150th anniversary.

SGA passes activity budget

News on April 20, 2012 in News

SGA passed the 2013 fiscal year student activity fee budget on Tuesday, allocating approximately $4.64 million to various organizations across campus.

Market struggles to attract patrons

Online Editor on April 13, 2012 in News

Students enjoyed local produce and crafts this semester at the weekly farmer’s market on Tech Walkway. Despite this student interest, vendors have complained of low sales.

Sports club funds moved to SOFO

News on April 13, 2012 in News

The financial administration of all Tier III Sports Clubs has been given to the Student Organizations Finance Office (SOFO), according to a memo from the student body presidents released on Monday, April 9.

Mordel elected in landslide

Mike Donohue on April 13, 2012 in News

Eran Mordel and Amit Khanduri elected to the Undergraduate SGA President and Executive Vice President positions for next year by large margin over opponents Hunter Hammond and Kia Andrews.

Professors present bold ideas at TEDx

Ben Mathis on April 13, 2012 in News

Tech hosts TEDx, a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience covering a variety of subject areas ranging from Computer Musical Composition to Human-Robotic Interaction.

Policy class travels to capital for NASA visit

Lauren Brett on April 13, 2012 in News

Students traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with members of Congress, White House administration and NASA officials.

HAC hosts faculty panel to discuss honor

Lauren Brett on April 13, 2012 in News

The Honor Advisory Council (HAC) sponsored Honor Week, reminding students of the Academic Honor Code pledge students took during FASET in their freshman year.

Taiwanese group holds night market

Aakash Arun on April 13, 2012 in News

The Taiwanese Student Association (TASA) held its annual Night Market event from in the Biotechnology Quad last Friday night, consisting of fast paced music, lights, games and a number of different stalls offering Taiwanese snacks.

Leadership bills

News on April 13, 2012 in News

Fresh Direction MOVE (Mobilizing Opportunities for Volunteer Experiences) and Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) have teamed up to create an event designed to foster leadership and...

Council Clippings

News on April 13, 2012 in News

Triathlon Club The Triathlon Club submitted a bill to the to request funding for a new coach for the women’s triathlon team. The organization plans...

Bills submitted for gaming purposes

News on April 13, 2012 in News

GT Gamefest The Association of Computing Machinery is hosting the Georgia Tech Game Night, an all-night event featuring live video-game tournaments, such as League of...

Student rep on BoR proposed

News on April 6, 2012 in News

Over the past week, the issue of whether SGA should attempt to get a student representative on the Board of Regents has generated debate between...

Candidates engage in campus debate

News on April 6, 2012 in News

The two undergraduate student body presidential candidates, Hunter Hammond and Eran Mordel, and their running mates, Kia Andrews and Amit Khanduri, participated in a Tuesday...

Tech joins together to improve campus

Online Editor on April 6, 2012 in News

Volunteers swarmed over campus on March 31 for the 12th annual Tech Beautification Day. “After the great extracurricular activities, excellent academics and fun times we...

Fraternities, sororities compete in Greek Week

Technique Staff on April 6, 2012 in News

[media-credit name=”Photo courtesy of the Greek Week Committee” align=”alignleft” width=”741″][/media-credit]As the mud and sweat dried on participants of this year’s Tug, they couldn’t help but...

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