Fees presented, Reps. debate Woodruff travel
Mandatory Student Fees The UHR began its meeting on Tuesday with a presentation about Tech’s mandatory student fees. These fees are charged to all...
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Tech students seek Triforce for charity
Since its first effort in 2008, the group of friends has gathered each Dec. in the basement of Peter Sohl, a fourth-year BA and STaC double major, and raised over $4400 for the Child’s Play Charity.
HOPE revenue to fall short of demand
Students receiving the HOPE scholarship may soon see additional cuts in their award amounts. By the 2014 fiscal year, HOPE scholarship amounts could dwindle as the Ga. Lottery’s revenues fail to keep up with the demand for funding.
Tech celebrates King through service
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Tech’s campus is a unique experience, especially as the year 2011 marked the 50th anniversary of black student matriculation at Tech.
Comm. certificate program launched
The Graduate Communication Certificate Program initiated its first workshop this week to provide graduate students an opportunity to enhance their communication skills. The program comprises two main components: a series of core and elective workshops and a capstone experience. These workshops help develop written, oral and visual communication skills and are designed to reach out to a larger student population. The capstone experience helps students apply their skills and receive feedback from communication specialists. With the completion of the program, students are granted signed and dated certificates.
Federal research funds to grow in uncertain future
There is no denying the challenges today’s unstable economy provides. Reduced tax receipts and a political climate much more sensitive to spending than in years past have led lawmakers to carefully inspect every aspect of government budgets, including funding allocated for research.
North Ave. Dining Hall cuts service
Tech students near North Ave. will need to look elsewhere for a late night snack or a hot breakfast this semester. GT Dining announced on Jan. 6, 2012, that the North Ave. Dining Hall (NADH) will close at 2 a.m. during the week and only offer a cold continental breakfast option in the morning.
viaCycle rides to success
viaCycle, a company set up by Tech alumni to provide seamless bicycle transportation, introduced their bike-sharing program to Tech in Nov. 2011. The program provides access to urban bicycles which contain an electronic lock system and connection to GPS that allows registered users to call or text their user pin in order to reserve a bike online.
Tech students spend day at Capitol
Students and administrators gathered Wednesday morning at the Georgia State Capitol to meet with legislators and learn about newly proposed resolutions that will affect the Institute.
CULC proves popular, experiences growing pains
Clough Commons, which opened its doors to students in last August, is entering its second semester of service to the student body. In that time, students have come to use it for studying, holding meetings and taking classes.
Historic Academy of Medicine opens for business
The Historic Academy of Medicine held its grand reopening on Dec. 15, celebrating the end of a $6 million renovation. Given to Tech by the Atlanta Medical Heritage, the Academy was designed by alumnus Phillip Trammel Shutze in 1941. The Georgia Tech Foundation maintains the site and plans to use its event space to recoup restoration costs.
UHR votes in email session, resumes business Tuesday with closed retreat
GT Day at the Capitol The Undergraduate House of Representatives (UHR) unanimously voted over winter break to enter a special email session to pass an...
X-College committee begins program design
The X-College committee formed over a year ago to explore the idea of creating a “design your own major” program for Tech, as a way to increase curriculum flexibility and student faculty interaction. The committee is nearing the conclusion of the initial brainstorming phase, and it will be presenting its findings and recommendations for next steps on Friday, Dec. 2, to Institute President G.P. “Bud” Peterson.
Provost, SGA provide forum for academic grievances
Following three semesters of the Week Preceding Final Exams (WPFE) policy, the Office of the Provost has collaborated with SGA to create the Student Academic...
UHR, GSS strike some funds from men’s volleyball, Solar Jackets
Men’s Volleyball Club The men’s volleyball club asked for a reallocation of funds to pay for other upcoming competitions that were not listed on their...
Tech celebrates 100 years of health services
On Nov. 16, Tech administrators, students and guests celebrated the 100th anniversary of the arrival of health services to Tech’s campus.
Online job management systems merge
Beginning in Jan. 2012 and estimated to complete by Fall 2012, the Divison of Professional Practice (DoPP) and Career Services will transition to form a single online job search management system for internships, co-ops, part-time positions and full-time jobs. Both departments will continue to serve in advisory and training functions, but DoPP will focus on internships and co-ops while Career Services will focus on full-time jobs.
Grads seek customized healthcare
In an effort to better serve the health insurance needs of its grad students, key administrators and student representatives have successfully worked with Georgia’s Board of Regents to give Tech the option of customizing its own healthcare plan. Developing a new deal would tackle coverage issues that students often encounter.