Two Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) information technology students have earned scholarships from Women in Technology (WIT), an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women excel in the science, technology, engineering, arts and math fields (STEAM). This is the fourth year in a row a GGC student has been awarded this scholarship.
In many rural Georgia communities, there are few safe routes, away from high-traffic areas, that allow opportunities for physical activity. Without this infrastructure, walking in the community can be unsafe and difficult.
The Georgia Automobile Dealers Association recently donated $100,000 to the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Foundation in support of students pursuing a career in the automotive industry. As a part of the gift, a scholarship program was established for students enrolled in automotive technology, auto collision, and other automotive-related programs at TCSG colleges like Southern Crescent Technical College (SCTC).
From Facebook to TikTok and everything in between, social media is engrained in our everyday lives, connecting us to work, school, businesses, and each other. However, while social media helps to build these connections and ease feelings of isolation, it also takes a toll on users’ mental and emotional wellbeing. Dr. Kim Johnson, associate professor of nursing at Middle Georgia State University, explains why social media use may be hurting your health and shares the benefits of taking a break.