{"586777":{"#nid":"586777","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Pi Mile 5k Road Race","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ERegistration for the 45\u003Csup\u003Eth\u003C\/sup\u003E Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5k Road Race is officially open. The 2017 race will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Runners will weave through Tech\u2019s beautiful campus before taking part in a spirited post-race party on Tech Tower Lawn. Be a part of this fun 3.141592 tradition\u2026come out and enjoy all of the Pi Mile\u2019s race day activities \u2013 music, food and hanging out with Buzz. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtalumni.org\/s\/1481\/alumni\/landing.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=21\u0026amp;pgid=7999\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERegister now\u003C\/a\u003E to take advantage of early registration rates.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo view 2016 photos visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/gtalumni\/sets\/72157678717698626\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/gtalumni\/sets\/72157678717698626\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Registration for the 45th Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5k Road Race is officially open."}],"uid":"2","created_gmt":"2017-02-01 19:10:05","changed_gmt":"2022-06-15 18:23:19","author":"QAUser","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-02-01T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-02-01T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"521131":{"#nid":"521131","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Pi Mile 5k Road Race","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ERegistration is now open for the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtalumni.org\/pimile\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtalumni.org\/pimile\r\nCtrl+Click or tap to follow the link\u0022\u003E44th Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5K Road Race\u003C\/a\u003E, scheduled for Saturday, April 30, 2016. Weaving through Tech\u0026rsquo;s beautiful campus for the 44th year, this race is one of the longest continually held 5Ks in the city of Atlanta. Enjoy all of the Pi Mile\u0026rsquo;s traditional race day activities \u0026ndash; music, food, the GT Band and hanging out with Buzz!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtalumni.org\/pimile\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERegister today\u003C\/a\u003E and be a part of this fun 3.141592\u0026hellip; tradition with fellow Georgia Tech alumni, students, parents, faculty and staff and Tech friends!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Registration is now open for the\u00a044th Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5K Road Race!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2016-04-04 08:12:12","changed_gmt":"2022-06-08 17:17:41","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2016-04-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2016-04-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"392291":{"#nid":"392291","#data":{"type":"news","title":"The 43rd Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5K Road Race","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe 43rd Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5K Road Race, hosted by the Georgia Tech Alumni Association, will be held on campus on Saturday, April 18. One of the longest continually running races in Atlanta, it is named after former Dean of Students, George C. Griffin, in honor of his tenure as a track and cross country coach.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/gtalumni.org\/s\/1481\/alumni\/index.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=21\u0026amp;sitebuilder=1\u0026amp;pgid=766\u0022\u003EOnline registration\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; for the Pi Mile, is open until 11:59 p.m. on April 15. Registration will also be available at Early Race Bag Pick-up at the Georgia Tech Alumni Association on Friday, April 17, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Walk-up registration will be available on race day but will not include an electronic timing chip. 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OIE is planning for Summer 2022 Study Abroad and is making alternate plans in the event that Covid-19 continues to be prevalent. If your student is interested in studying abroad in Summer 2022, Fall 2022, or Academic Year 2022-2023, they should submit their application materials by their program deadline. Many\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003Edeadlines\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;fall in early February. For full details and information, see our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.SimpleSearch\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or encourage your student to\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/owa\/calendar\/OIETest@gtvault.onmicrosoft.com\/bookings\/s\/LfsUJv_BdEOMtCo22EI60g2\u0022\u003Emeet with us\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the start of the spring term, the study abroad scholarship season for summer and academic year\/fall begins. The\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/oie-administered-scholarships\u0022\u003EOIE Administered Scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;deadline is\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EFebruary 15, 2022.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003EThere are also many Georgia Tech and national study abroad scholarship deadlines which fall in March and April, including:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/atlantaglobalstudies.gatech.edu\/flasfellowships\u0022\u003EForeign Language and Area Studies (FLAS)\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;Fellowships\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/ce.gatech.edu\/academics\/mundy\/eligibility\u0022\u003EMundy Study Abroad Funds\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for CEE majors\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/gilmanscholarship.org\/applicants\/deadlines-and-timeline\u0022\u003EGilman Scholarship\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for students who receive a Pell Grant\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.iie.org\/en\/Programs\/Freeman-ASIA\/Apply\u0022\u003EFreeman ASIA\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;scholarship for students studying in Asia\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/modlangs.gatech.edu\/study-abroad\/campoamor-scholarship\u0022\u003ECampoamor Scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for students studying on an\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/modlangs.gatech.edu\/study-abroad\/campoamor-scholarship\u0022\u003ELBAT\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFinally, now is a great time for students to get started on finding a Global Research and Internship Program for the fall, as the search for summer internships is already in full swing. All Georgia Tech students are eligible to do a Global Internship (this includes undergraduate and post-graduate students; domestic and international students). To sign up for the bi-monthly newsletter and learn about the Global Internship opportunities with Tech, please visit:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/grip.oie.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/grip.oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease let us know if you have questions or concerns and stay in\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:education.abroad@oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Etouch\u003C\/a\u003E!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The spring semester is a busy time for the Office of International Education (OIE) with many deadlines. 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Communicating through paper and pen is a great opportunity to reflect and connect, and\u0026nbsp;\u003Cem\u003EA Note from Me to You\u003C\/em\u003E\u0026nbsp;gives our students that chance.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECampaign to Connect\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor six weeks in January and February, Georgia Tech Arts will partner with a different group on campus to uplift our community.\u0026nbsp;Students are encouraged to visit one of our pop-up tables to say hi, learn about our upcoming events, and write or draw a note of support to a fellow Yellow Jacket. They\u0026#39;re guaranteed to get a cheerful message in return -\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003Eeveryone who writes a note, gets a note\u003C\/strong\u003E!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe hope you\u0026rsquo;ll encourage your student to find\u0026nbsp;\u003Cem\u003EA Note from Me to You\u003C\/em\u003E\u0026nbsp;on campus every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. \u0026ndash; 1 p.m. through February 15. For exact locations and more information, follow us on social media @gatecharts, or visit the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/arts.gatech.edu\/campaign-connect\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ECampaign to Connect website\u003C\/a\u003E. The students (and Georgia Tech Arts staff) have been having so much fun - check out our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stories\/highlights\/17906381714270934\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EInstagram stories\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and see for yourself!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech Arts is working to bring the Georgia Tech community into conversation with each other, and to connect with the ideas explored by our spring 2022 artist-in-residence, composer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Gabriel Kahane.   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The Scholarship Committee will award up to six qualified student scholarships of $2,000 each for the 2022-23 Academic Year. Applicants must be a current Georgia Tech undergraduate student and have completed at least one full semester at Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E2. The applicant\u0026rsquo;s parent or guardian must be a permanent employee of Georgia Tech, or an organization recognized as an affiliated organization by the Georgia Tech Office of the General Counsel.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E3. The applicant must fully complete the application at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/baseline.campuslabs.com\/gatech\/fwcsa22\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/baseline.campuslabs.com\/gatech\/fwcsa22\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E4. There is no minimum GPA to apply. The applicant must submit a headshot and an official\u0026nbsp;Georgia Tech transcript via\u0026nbsp;Parchment\u0026nbsp;from the Registrar\u0026rsquo;s Office\u0026nbsp;emailed directly to Scholarship Chair Brenda \u0026quot;B\u0026quot; Woods at drbwoods@gatech.edu.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDEADLINE to apply is March 27, 2022. Questions? Please contact the GTFWC Scholarship Chair, Brenda \u0026quot;B\u0026quot; Woods, Director of Research and Assessment for Student Engagement \u0026amp; Well-Being at drbwoods@gatech.edu.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The GTFWC Scholarship Program is pleased to award scholarships to deserving Georgia Tech undergraduates who have a parent or guardian employed by Georgia Tech \u2013 the children of our Georgia Tech \u201cfamily.\u201d "}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:05:42","changed_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:34:40","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"655130":{"#nid":"655130","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Student Center Council Programs Spring Events","body":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaster the Mediums\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFriday, February 11, from 6-8 p.m.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECome join SCPC in learning different types of art! Make whatever your heart desires with acrylic pain, watercolor paint, charcoal, ink. We will have instructors to teach Georgia Tech students how to use the materials but allow them to express themselves in multiple ways. The event will take place in two sessions: the first session will be from 6-7 p.m., the second session will follow right after from 7-8 p.m. We are so excited to give this unique opportunity to the tech students! For those who don\u0026rsquo;t feel artistically inclined, we have multiple different activities including textured art, string art, and paint by number. Students can get tickets on campus tickets. If they sell out, we will have a select number of walkup tickets available.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESuper Bowl Party\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESunday, February 13, starting at 5:30 p.m.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere is nothing better than spending Super Bowl Sunday with your Georgia Tech family! Whether it\u0026rsquo;s a love of food, football, or fun, this event\u0026rsquo;s the one for your student. Students can join us for a night full of Super Bowl fun at the Exhibition Hall Midtown V. Tech students will be able to test their ability to join the NFL with our football themed inflatables and other challenging activities such as Spikeball, frisbee, football, and cornhole. Students can enjoy other activities with friends like bingo, card games, trivia, and board games while watching the game inside. Students can relax while eating traditional American food and keep up with the latest Super Bowl commercials. We hope to see students dressed up in football spirit!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGeorgia Tech Night at the Aquarium\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFriday, February 18, from 6-11 p.m.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETickets will go on sale, Friday, February 4. Transportation from campus to the Aquarium will be provided at no additional cost (just make sure to also reserve a bus ticket). Please go to gatech.universitytickets.com to reserve your ticket!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"SCPC is hosting a variety of engaging events both on and off campus to help your student get involved within the Georgia Tech community. 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It will open\u0026nbsp;in phases this year based on a student\u0026#39;s status.\u0026nbsp;Students\u0026nbsp;will\u0026nbsp;receive\u0026nbsp;an\u0026nbsp;email in the days leading up to the opening of their particular phase\u0026nbsp;with important details\u0026nbsp;about the application \u0026ndash;\u0026nbsp;we encourage you to ask your student to read their email and discuss your student\u0026rsquo;s\u0026nbsp;housing\u0026nbsp;options with them:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf they choose to live on-campus, encourage them to apply early within their phase as spaces may be limited as more phases begin.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf your student is unsure about where they want to live next year, they can consult the courtesy listing of nearby apartments linked in our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/applicants-faqs\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EApplicant FAQs\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to explore alternatives.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou and your student may also benefit from reviewing our\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/housing-application-guide\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eonline application guide\u003C\/a\u003E, which walks you through each step of the application, with notes about particular action you should take as part of those steps. 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It will open in phases this year based on a student\u0027s status."}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:10:03","changed_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:33:46","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"655132":{"#nid":"655132","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Grad Fest Week","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIs your student graduating this semester? Make sure they participate in this semester\u0026rsquo;s Grad Fest Week, which will be happening Monday,\u0026nbsp;Feb.\u0026nbsp;21, through Friday,\u0026nbsp;Feb. 25! Take advantage of this one-stop shop for\u0026nbsp;all\u0026nbsp;your Commencement needs:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPurchase\u0026nbsp;regalia at a discounted rate online and in-person at the Barnes and Noble at Georgia Tech.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ERSVP\u0026nbsp;for Commencement.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELearn\u0026nbsp;about the class ring ordering process.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ETake professional cap and gown photos.\u0026nbsp;Graduate portraits can be purchased after the event.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAttend\u0026nbsp;virtual and in-person sessions hosted by the Career Center.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPurchase\u0026nbsp;discounted beverages when picking up regalia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EEnter\u0026nbsp;a raffle for a Georgia Tech gift basket.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Is your student graduating this semester? Make sure they participate in this semester\u2019s Grad Fest Week, which will be happening Monday, Feb. 21, through Friday, Feb. 25! "}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:13:16","changed_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:33:18","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"655133":{"#nid":"655133","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Parents Fund","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThis past fall, the Georgia Tech Parents Fund heard directly from students about how important it is to create connections to campus. We were proud to help students by sponsoring both on campus and virtual events. These events, like the Asian American Student Association\u0026rsquo;s Tour of Asia, The Student Center Programs Council\u0026rsquo;s Homecoming Carnival, and Georgia Tech SMILE\u0026rsquo;s Positivity Pumpkins event all brought students together. In addition to these events, we also are continuing to offer the Student Relief Fund to support students who are facing financial difficulties because of the pandemic. So, take a moment today and visit our website (https:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/give) to make a donation the Georgia Tech Parents Fund. Your support will help Georgia Tech students through the spring semester and allow them to take advantage of the extraordinary opportunities offed by Georgia Tech!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"This past fall, the Georgia Tech Parents Fund heard directly from students about how important it is to create connections to campus."}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:14:51","changed_gmt":"2022-02-03 17:31:33","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2022-02-03T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"644945":{"#nid":"644945","#data":{"type":"news","title":"The Georgia Tech-Lorraine Campus: \u201cOui\u201d are OPEN!\u00a0","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u0026ldquo;Oui\u0026rdquo; want you!\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/lorraine.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech-Lorraine\u003C\/a\u003E, Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus located in Metz, France, is a year-round campus open every semester to students of all majors. The campus allows students to stay on track toward their degree while having a true European experience!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Lorraine program has safely operated during the pandemic since the Fall 2020 semester. With safety measures and precautions in place set by both U.S. and French authorities, Georgia Tech-Lorraine can continue welcoming students in the upcoming semesters. Read more about specific Covid-related safety guidelines in place on the Lorraine campus\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/lorraine.gatech.edu\/gtl-covid-19-updates-and-news\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EApplications will open on April 1 for the Spring 2022 semester, and students can\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/lorraine.gatech.edu\/apply\u0022\u003Eapply online\u003C\/a\u003E!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have any questions about Georgia Tech-Lorraine, information sessions are held online each Thursday at 11 a.m., and you can find the link to join\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/lorraine.gatech.edu\/info-sessions\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E. You can also reach out directly to\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:allie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu?subject=Georgia%20Tech-Lorraine\u0022\u003EAllie Crain\u003C\/a\u003E, Georgia Tech-Lorraine Outreach Coordinator.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"\u201cOui\u201d want you! Georgia Tech-Lorraine, Tech\u2019s campus located in Metz, France, is a year-round campus open every semester to students of all majors. "}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2021-03-03 18:44:53","changed_gmt":"2021-08-11 20:31:13","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2021-03-03T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2021-03-03T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"649338":{"#nid":"649338","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Practicing Safety at Tech","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EChief, Georgia Tech Police Department\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech places the highest priority on providing a safe and secure environment for the students, staff, faculty, and visitors of our community. With the support of the Institute, the Georgia Tech Police Department is an accredited law enforcement agency with over 90 sworn officers dedicated to the safety and security of the campus and surrounding community. Additional support is provided by civilian public safety officers, dispatch officers, emergency management staff, and office administrative staff, including a full-time crime analyst.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe know that many of you are concerned about crime in Atlanta, and how it may affect your student. Please be assured that we are continually monitoring situations and events that have the potential to impact safety on campus. We are committed to proactively addressing and communicating safety concerns to ensure the Georgia Tech community remains safe and secure.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA crime log, crime statistics, crime map and our most recent Annual Safety Report are readily available on our website: police.gatech.edu. You can also read more about our department and our programs there, as well as transparency into how our department works.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe encourage you to contact us directly to discuss your concerns. For general questions, please send an email to\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:crimeprevention@police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ecrimeprevention@police.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. I can be reached directly at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:Robert.Connolly@police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003ERobert.Connolly@police.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOfficers patrol the campus 24 hours a day on foot, bicycle, car, and ATV (sometimes with a K-9 companion) \u0026ndash; but it is important to remember we are located in a large, urban environment. Whether your student is just beginning their college experience or returning to Tech, they should understand and embrace the following tips to reduce the chance of being a victim of crime.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPersonal Safety\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWe strongly encourage your student to download \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.livesafe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ELiveSafe\u003C\/a\u003E, a powerful and free safety app for mobile phones, selected by Georgia Tech students. Features include \u0026ldquo;GoSafe,\u0026rdquo; which invites roommates, friends, and family to virtually follow students as they travel from one location to another (particularly helpful after a late-night studying session), and anonymous reporting.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIn an emergency, students can contact GTPD quickly through LiveSafe or by calling 404.894.2500. We encourage students to program this number into their cell phones, in addition to downloading the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf a suspicious or armed person demands their property, we tell students to comply with the request, then immediately seek police assistance. There are more than 500 emergency \u0026ldquo;blue\u0026rdquo; phones located inside and outside buildings throughout the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides a variety of free\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.police.gatech.edu\/crime-prevention\/safety-programs\u0022\u003Etraining and safety classes\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;including self-defense, alcohol safety, mental health first aid, civilian response to active shooter, and emergency preparedness.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAll residence halls have key or secure-card entry. Students should be wary of anyone who attempts entry to a residence hall without these items. Housing staff are on duty 24 hours a day if students lose their keys.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWhen not in their room, or when asleep, students should keep all doors and windows locked.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECrime Prevention Tips\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most common crimes on campus are thefts of opportunity. Students should never walk away from their belongings or leave them unsecured.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most commonly stolen items are bicycles. Purchase a good quality U-lock to secure bicycles (and a good quality bicycle helmet as well). Georgia Tech is located in an urban area, and cyclists are required to ride the roads and obey all motor vehicle laws.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD offers many free services including laptop engraving and bicycle registration, to help the recovery process in the event of theft.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/security.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECybertheft\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is on the rise. Students should report to GTPD any kind of online, unsolicited demand for money or investment \u0026ldquo;opportunity,\u0026rdquo; especially from someone who claims to represent the U.S. government.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf students see anything suspicious, they should contact the GTPD immediately. We\u0026rsquo;re happy to investigate any cause for concern.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents who have vehicles on campus should remove or hide all valuables to help prevent break-ins. Leaving any items in plain view \u0026mdash; GPS devices, laptops, purses, spare change, books, and gym bags \u0026mdash; increases the risk for a vehicle break-in.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOther Safety Measures\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents are required to enter emergency contact information on Buzzport. Have them log in at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/buzzport.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ebuzzport.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E and click on the red phone icon.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pts.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGT Parking \u0026amp; Transportation Services\u003C\/a\u003E provides after-hours transport options, including the Midnight Rambler and the Stingerette, so students do not have to walk on campus after dark. Students can request Stingerette rides through the LiveSafe app.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents can call GTPD for an escort home if campus transportation has ended for the day and they feel unsafe walking alone.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.counseling.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Counseling Center\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;offers stress management and wellness workshops, as well as free counseling and emergency services for students.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECampus-wide emergency alerts are delivered through an outdoor siren warning system and to classrooms through computers and projectors that are connected to the campus computer network. In addition, the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/prepare.gatech.edu\/emergency-notification\/gtens\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Emergency Notification System (GTENS)\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;alerts students to campus-wide emergencies via campus email. Students can opt into additional voice and text messages by registering at \u003Ca href=\u0022\/\/\/Users\/tbarker30\/Downloads\/buzzport.gatech.edu\u0022\u003EBuzzport\u003C\/a\u003E. Parents can watch for GTENS notifications through Twitter @GTPDalerts.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD collaborates with the Atlanta Police Department to increase public safety around the campus perimeter.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can learn earn much more about campus safety by talking with an officer, exploring our website\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/police.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Epolice.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, and following GTPD on Facebook\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u0022\u003Efacebook.com\/GaTechPD\u003C\/a\u003E, Instagram\u0026nbsp;@GaTechPD, and Twitter\u0026nbsp;@GaTechPD. GTPD\u0026rsquo;s Office of Emergency Management provides emergency information and updates through\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/prepare.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eprepare.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, Facebook\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u0022\u003Efacebook.com\/GTEmergency\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and Twitter\u0026nbsp;@GTPD alerts.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe men and women of the Georgia Tech Police Department are dedicated to campus safety 24\/7\/365. Please don\u0026rsquo;t hesitate to contact us for any reason.\u0026nbsp;We look forward to a safe and productive year!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech places the highest priority on providing a safe and secure environment for the students, staff, faculty, and visitors of our community. 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Instead, the Institute has planned days off on Tuesday, March 16, and Wednesday, March 24, to give students a break from their studies. Events such as Spring Family Weekend are being planned during that time to encourage students to have some fun and take a break. It is also a perfect opportunity to invite families to visit students safely.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026quot;The Parent and Family Programs staff is excited to collaborate with campus partners to host our special hybrid Spring Family Weekend,\u0026rdquo; said Laci Weeden, director of\u0026nbsp;Parent and Family Programs.\u0026nbsp;\u0026ldquo;We know this academic year has been hard for students and their families and we hope this provides a small opportunity for additional student support and family connection in as safe an environment as possible.\u0026quot;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis weekend of events will look different from past Georgia Tech\u0026nbsp;Family Weekends but will offer families a hybrid option that allows them to connect with their students while staying as safe as possible. Activities include a virtual Institute Update with President \u0026Aacute;ngel Cabrera; virtual Tech Talks with John Stein, vice president of Student Life and Brandt-Fritz Dean of Students\u0026nbsp;Chair; self-guided campus tours with parents and their student; webinars with colleges and schools; a trip to Zoo Atlanta co-hosted by the Student Center Programs Council; and a few other special virtual activities.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll events will be virtual and free, except for the socially distanced Zoo Atlanta event. Family Weekend t-shirts will be available for purchase, for pickup, or delivered by\u0026nbsp;mail. Family Weekend at Georgia Tech is special time to connect families and students, to allow families to learn more about campus life, and for families to create special memories together.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information and to register, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fparents.gatech.edu%2Fcontent%2Ffamily-weekend\u0026amp;data=04%7C01%7Cmichaela.carter%40studentlife.gatech.edu%7C14dceda4f95e4c0e5c7308d8cd1d1cc6%7C482198bbae7b4b258b7a6d7f32faa083%7C0%7C0%7C637484872199107054%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000\u0026amp;sdata=wVGFYdZQM%2B93WPH1CMZLeOhaLWglA4vTl%2FuP0P%2B2bOw%3D\u0026amp;reserved=0\u0022 title=\u0022https:\/\/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fparents.gatech.edu%2Fcontent%2Ffamily-weekend\u0026amp;data=04%7C01%7Cmichaela.carter%40studentlife.gatech.edu%7C14dceda4f95e4c0e5c7308d8cd1d1cc6%7C482198bbae7b4b258b7a6d7f32faa083%7C0%7C0%7C6374848\u0022\u003Eparents.gatech.edu\/content\/family-weekend\u003C\/a\u003E. 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Section 504 and the\u0026nbsp;Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) define an individual with a disability as a person\u0026nbsp;who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities,\u0026nbsp;has a history or record of such an impairment, or is regarded as having such an impairment.\u0026nbsp;Examples of recognized disabilities include but are not limited to, blindness, deafness\/hard of\u0026nbsp;hearing, learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, chronic medical conditions,\u0026nbsp;and mental health conditions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to Register\u0026nbsp;with our Office:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EVisit our website\u0026nbsp;disabilityservices.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EComplete New Student\u0026nbsp;Application and submit\u0026nbsp;documentation.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhen Submitting\u0026nbsp;Documentation:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease remember no documentation over five-years-old\u0026nbsp;can be considered. If you had an IEP or 504 in high school\u0026nbsp;we can look at it, but this cannot be solely your only piece\u0026nbsp;of documentation. Please refer to the documentation\u0026nbsp;guidelines from the University System of Georgia:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/bit.ly\/usgacademicaffairs\u0022\u003Ebit.ly\/usgacademicaffairs\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of Disability Services at Georgia Tech offers a wide\u00a0variety of services to support Georgia Tech students."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2020-08-06 20:07:59","changed_gmt":"2020-08-06 20:07:59","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-08-06T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2020-08-06T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"635153":{"#nid":"635153","#data":{"type":"news","title":"GTFWC Scholarship Award Recipients","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Faculty Women\u0026#39;s Club (GTFWC) Scholarship Program is pleased to award scholarships to deserving GT undergraduates who have a parent or guardian employed by Georgia Tech \u0026ndash; the children of our Georgia Tech \u0026ldquo;family.\u0026rdquo;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Seven scholarships have been awarded.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGupta Aniruddha, Industrial \u0026amp; Systems Engineering major, from Johns Creek\u0026nbsp;GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAnLi French, Architecture major, from Douglasville\u0026nbsp;GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECasey Barton, Public Policy major, from Marietta GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EChristina Sun, Biomedical Engineering major, from Marietta GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDerek Alan Doolittle, Mechanical Engineering major, from Hampton GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EJessica Nguyen, Architecture major, from Marietta GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELavanya Chellam, Computer Science major, from Alpharetta GA\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECongratulations to all of our scholarship\u0026nbsp;winners!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The GTFWC Scholarship Program is pleased to award scholarships to deserving GT undergraduates who have a parent or guardian employed by Georgia Tech \u2013 the children of our Georgia Tech \u201cfamily.\u201d"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2020-05-07 19:23:44","changed_gmt":"2020-05-07 19:24:26","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-05-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2020-05-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"609639":{"#nid":"609639","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Family Weekend \u2013 September 28-30","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EEnjoy a special weekend created for our Georgia Tech families! Year after year, we look forward to celebrating what makes Georgia Tech a great place to be with more than 4,000 participants from more than 40 states and eight countries.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJoin with other Yellow Jacket families as we host Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Family Weekend on Friday, September 28 \u0026ndash; Sunday, September 30. This exciting weekend of activities includes a special presentation by President Peterson, stimulating presentations by faculty and staff, College and School receptions, Family Fun Night, Family Weekend Tailgate, Georgia Tech vs. Bowling Green State University football game, student performances, the 30\u003Csup\u003Eth\u003C\/sup\u003E Celebration of Family Weekend at Zoo Atlanta, a special event with Arts@Tech, a Jazz Brunch with Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students John Stein, , and more!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EVisit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/familyweekend\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/familyweekend\/\u003C\/a\u003E to learn more. Registration closes on Thursday, September 13\u003Cstrong\u003E. Please note that some events may sell out early due to capacity, so you are encouraged to register as soon as possible. \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Enjoy a special weekend created for our Georgia Tech families! 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The start of an academic year is a new beginning, a time filled with hope and possibility.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThroughout the summer I met many of you as you brought your son or daughter to FASET Orientation as a new first-year student or transfer student. For returning parents, it is the start of another year \u0026hellip; maybe the second, third, fourth, or fifth. For everyone, new and returning, each year presents many opportunities for your student to explore his or her options through involvement in both curricular and co-curricular experiences.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPersonally, I always enjoy the start of a new academic year \u0026mdash; it is a time filled with emotion and fanfare. It is easy to get caught up in the excitement of seeing newly enrolled students and their families move in to the residence halls and put all the pieces in place to start their new experience. Our returning students come back to campus with stories of their study abroad adventures or co-op, internship, or work experiences. It is also a time to reconnect with faculty or meet new faculty and staff who have recently arrived at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHowever, for some parents it is potentially a time filled with emotion and some worry. This is a very normal response. Rest assured there are support services for both you and your student. The reality is, we are only a telephone call or email away. I recommend that parents take advantage of all the services, programs, and support Georgia Tech offers, particularly our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.studentaffairs.gatech.edu\/parents\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EParent \u0026amp; Family Programs\u003C\/a\u003E (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.parents.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.parents.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E). Being involved with our Parent \u0026amp; Family Program is one of the best means to stay informed about life at Georgia Tech, important deadlines\/dates, and ways you can become more engaged with the Tech community.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll of our students will experience many new and wonderful things over the next few months and academic year. I ask that you, as parents, encourage your student to take advantage of all Georgia Tech has to offer, both in and out of the classroom. And if you feel that your student could benefit from the support services offered at Georgia Tech, please advise him or her to seek help quickly. Identifying and addressing issues early on offers students a greater opportunity to succeed.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech is a wonderful place filled with great opportunities and challenges, and the Division of Student Life is here to serve you and your student. 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The Georgia Tech Police Department (\u0026ldquo;GTPD\u0026rdquo;) is a fully operational, nationally accredited state agency, devoted to the protection of the campus and its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Each of our 90 sworn officers have authority to enforce laws as well as Institute regulations. They issue citations, make arrests, and are the first to respond to all campus emergencies.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOfficers patrol the campus 24-hours a day, on foot, motorcycle, bicycle, car, ATV, and Segway (sometimes with a K-9 companion) \u0026ndash; but it is important to remember we are located in a large, urban environment. Whether your student is just beginning their college experience or returning to Tech, they should understand and embrace the following tips to reduce the chance of being a victim of crime.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPersonal Safety\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.livesafe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ELiveSafe\u003C\/a\u003E, a powerful safety app, was selected by Georgia Tech students and is a free download for mobile phones. Features include \u0026ldquo;GoSafe,\u0026rdquo; which invites roommates, friends, and family to virtually follow students as they travel from one location to another (particularly helpful after a late night studying session).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIn an event of an emergency, students can contact GTPD through LiveSafe or by calling 404.894.2500. We encourage students to program this number into their cell phones, in addition to downloading the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides free \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.police.gatech.edu\/crime-prevention\/safety-programs\u0022\u003Etraining and safety classes\u003C\/a\u003E in self-defense, alcohol safety, and emergency preparedness.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf a suspicious or armed person demands their property, students should comply with the request, then immediately seek police assistance. There are more than 500 emergency \u0026ldquo;blue\u0026rdquo; phones located inside and outside buildings throughout the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECrime Prevention Tips\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most common crimes on campus are thefts of opportunity. Students should never walk away from their belongings or leave them unsecured.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents who have vehicles on campus should remove or hide all valuables to help prevent break-ins. Leaving any items in plain view \u0026mdash; GPS devices, laptops, purses, spare change, books, and gym bags \u0026mdash;increases the risk for a vehicle break-in.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAll residence halls have key or secure-card entry. Students should be wary of anyone who attempts entry without a key.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWhen not in their room, or when asleep, students should keep all doors and windows locked.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/security.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECybertheft\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; is on the rise. Students should report to GTPD any kind of unsolicited demand for money or investment \u0026ldquo;opportunity\u0026rdquo; they receive, especially from someone who claims to represent the U.S. government.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf students see anything suspicious, they should contact the GTPD immediately. We\u0026rsquo;re happy to investigate any cause for concern.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOther Safety Measures\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most commonly stolen items are bicycles. Purchase a good quality U-lock to secure bicycles, and a good quality bicycle helmet as well. Georgia Tech is located in a heavily traveled urban area, and cyclists are required to ride the roads and obey all motor vehicle laws.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents are required to enter emergency contact information on Buzzport. Click on the red phone icon after logging in at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/buzzport.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ebuzzport.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EParking \u0026amp; Transportation Services provides after-hours transport options, including the Midnight Rambler and the Stingerette, so students do not have to walk on campus after dark. Students can request Stingerette rides through the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides after-hours escorts for students who feel unsafe.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.counseling.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Counseling Center\u003C\/a\u003E offers stress management and wellness workshops, as well as free counseling and emergency services for students.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EHousing staff are on duty 24-hours a day if students lose their keys.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD offers many free services including laptop engraving and bicycle registration to help the recovery process in the event of theft.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECampus-wide emergency alerts are delivered through an outdoor siren warning system and to classrooms through computers and projectors that are connected to the campus computer network. In addition, the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/prepare.gatech.edu\/emergency-notification\/gtens\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Emergency Notification System (GTENS)\u003C\/a\u003E alerts students to campus-wide emergencies via email. Students can opt into additional voice and text messages by registering at buzzport.gatech.edu.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD collaborates with the Atlanta Police Department to increase public safety around the perimeter of the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can learn earn much more about safety on campus by talking with an officer, exploring our website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Epolice.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, and following GTPD on Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u0022\u003Efacebook.com\/GaTechPD\u003C\/a\u003E, Instagram @GaTechPD, and Twitter @GaTechPD. The Office of Emergency Preparedness (a Division of GTPD) also provides emergency information and updates through \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/prepare.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eprepare.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u0022\u003Efacebook.com\/GTEmergency\u003C\/a\u003E and Twitter @GTPDalerts.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe men and women of the Georgia Tech Police Department are available 24\/7\/365 and are dedicated to campus safety. 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Georgia Tech is a leading research university and provides extraordinary opportunities for students to enter the exciting world of discovery and innovation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOpportunities for research experience are available year-round, either for course credit or for pay. Research classes for credit count toward free electives in most majors and discipline-specific electives in others. Faculty mentors may hire students as research assistants, or students may receive funding through the President\u0026rsquo;s Undergraduate Research Award (PURA) \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/pura\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/pura\u003C\/a\u003E. Options for research also include full-time summer experiences, both on- and off-campus, and international research.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile open to all students, students planning to pursue graduate degrees or a future career in research and development industries should consider a more robust research experience: the Research Option \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/research-option\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/research-option\u003C\/a\u003E. 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The Undergraduate Research Ambassadors (URA) seek to inspire undergraduates to seek out research opportunities, and strive to bridge the gap between faculty and students as well as to expose students to applications\u0026nbsp;of research in academic, professional and industry settings. Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/content\/undergraduate-research-ambassador-current\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E to learn about who your ambassadors are for the 2018-2019 academic year.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor additional information, visit the UROP website at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.urop.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.urop.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Student may also follow us on Facebook or contact us at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:urop@gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Europ@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. The Student Innovation website at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/innovation.cae.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Einnovation.cae.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. 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While family traditions and gatherings are important, families must also remember that compromise may be inevitable during an extended stay at home. As students return home, parents may feel slighted as students want to sleep late and often choose to spend more time with friends than family. Issues like important dinners, religious activities, household chores, use of the car, being respectful to others (who need their sleep), and money management \u0026mdash; if not handled properly \u0026mdash; may cause conflict and undue stress for the entire family.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EHere are a few ideas and strategies to help make this transition home a little merrier!\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EBe flexible and realistic.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nCommunicate holiday plans in advance so students are not caught off guard.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those with extended or blended families, it is important to realize that students may wish to spend part of their break with the other family. Avoid putting them in an impossible situation by making unreasonable demands of their time.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003ECompromise is a two-way street. \u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nKeep in mind that college students are no longer children that we can shuttle here and there. Students are emerging into adulthood. For the past several months, students have been following their own schedules and making their own decisions. Embrace this opportunity to have an adult conversation, listening to their perspectives, feelings, and needs. Do not try to guilt them into doing what you want.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMost students have been living independently for a few months and may not be ready to follow your schedule. Additionally, most have just gone through a stressful period of studying and test taking. 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This is a good time for students to reevaluate their meal plans and to review spending habits.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EHow to help a struggling student.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nRemind your student about tutoring. Seeking help early is always the right way to proceed.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EListen and avoid taking over when there is a problem. A family\u0026rsquo;s love, support, and motivation are most important. How you react may dictate what they tell you in the future. Sometimes it is not winning the race, but simply finishing it. 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For more information about flu go to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/additional\/flu\u0022\u003Ehealth.gatech.edu\/flu.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EStamps Health Services (SHS) will be offering flu shots at no charge to all Georgia Tech students who have paid their health fee throughout the fall semester.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Stamps Health Services (SHS) will be offering flu shots at no charge to all Georgia Tech students who have paid their health fee throughout the fall semester."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 17:19:26","changed_gmt":"2020-04-14 23:02:18","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"hg_media":{"634377":{"id":"634377","type":"image","title":"flu ","body":null,"created":"1586905304","gmt_created":"2020-04-14 23:01:44","changed":"1586905304","gmt_changed":"2020-04-14 23:01:44","alt":"Box of tissues, eye glasses, and coffee mug","file":{"fid":"241395","name":"kelly-sikkema-RmByg5kFfQg-unsplash.jpg","image_path":"\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/kelly-sikkema-RmByg5kFfQg-unsplash.jpg","image_full_path":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/kelly-sikkema-RmByg5kFfQg-unsplash.jpg","mime":"image\/jpeg","size":472066,"path_740":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/740xx_scale\/public\/images\/kelly-sikkema-RmByg5kFfQg-unsplash.jpg?itok=bbFjvT_V"}}},"media_ids":["634377"],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"},{"id":"1269","name":"Student Life"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"628660":{"#nid":"628660","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Fall Commencement and President\u2019s Graduation Celebration","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech will celebrate Fall Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in December. The Ph.D. ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, December 13. Master\u0026#39;s candidates will also\u0026nbsp;participate in Commencement on Friday, December 13, at 3 p.m.\u0026nbsp;The bachelor\u0026rsquo;s ceremony will be on Saturday, December 14, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m., with doors opening at 7:30 a.m. We encourage guests to arrive early for general seating. Both\u0026nbsp;bachelor\u0026rsquo;s and Master\u0026#39;s\u0026nbsp;ceremonies are\u0026nbsp;ticketed events. Visit the commencement website,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.commencement.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, for more information.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIn addition, we encourage all parents and their guests to share in the excitement of Commencement with their graduates at the President\u0026rsquo;s Graduation Celebration, held Friday, December 13, from 11 a.m. \u0026ndash; 1\u0026nbsp;p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. Families and graduates will have an opportunity to take photos with beloved Tech mascots, meet administrators, faculty, and staff, and share in unique traditions that make Georgia Tech such a cherished institution.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech will celebrate Fall Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in December.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech will celebrate Fall Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in December."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 17:20:59","changed_gmt":"2020-04-14 22:58:51","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"hg_media":{"634376":{"id":"634376","type":"image","title":"Commencement article ","body":null,"created":"1586905108","gmt_created":"2020-04-14 22:58:28","changed":"1586905108","gmt_changed":"2020-04-14 22:58:28","alt":"","file":{"fid":"241394","name":"Screen Shot 2020-04-14 at 6.57.41 PM.png","image_path":"\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/Screen%20Shot%202020-04-14%20at%206.57.41%20PM.png","image_full_path":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/Screen%20Shot%202020-04-14%20at%206.57.41%20PM.png","mime":"image\/png","size":2394570,"path_740":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/740xx_scale\/public\/images\/Screen%20Shot%202020-04-14%20at%206.57.41%20PM.png?itok=Ee15Tgi_"}}},"media_ids":["634376"],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"},{"id":"1269","name":"Student Life"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"628684":{"#nid":"628684","#data":{"type":"news","title":"First-Gen Day Celebration at Georgia Tech","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIn November 2017,\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.coenet.org\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ECouncil for Opportunity in Education\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;(COE) partnered with the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/firstgen.naspa.org\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ECenter for First-Generation Student Success\u003C\/a\u003E to launch the inaugural First-Generation College Celebration. Now an annual event held each year on Nov. 8 to commemorate the anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965, it encourages colleges and universities across the country to celebrate the successes of first-generation students, faculty, and staff.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis year we will celebrate first-gen students at Georgia Tech with a sticker awareness campaign and interactive tabling event hosted by the Office of Parent and Family Programs, New Student and Transition Programs, STAR, the Office of Undergraduate Admission, and the First-Generation Student Organization. The event will take place on Tech\u0026nbsp;Walkway on Friday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe encourage you to stop\u0026nbsp;by \u0026mdash; there will be stickers for first-generation students, faculty, and first-gen advocates. We welcome the support of the entire Tech community in celebrating first-generation students, understanding the systemic challenges they face, and helping them thrive.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMark your calendars and wear your stickers proudly!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Celebrating First-Gen Students on November 8th!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 20:26:48","changed_gmt":"2020-04-14 22:56:30","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"hg_media":{"634375":{"id":"634375","type":"image","title":"First gen","body":null,"created":"1586904963","gmt_created":"2020-04-14 22:56:03","changed":"1586904963","gmt_changed":"2020-04-14 22:56:03","alt":"First-Gen Day flyer","file":{"fid":"241393","name":"75446679_10157847815482509_2383349739929206784_n.png","image_path":"\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/75446679_10157847815482509_2383349739929206784_n.png","image_full_path":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/75446679_10157847815482509_2383349739929206784_n.png","mime":"image\/png","size":496070,"path_740":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/740xx_scale\/public\/images\/75446679_10157847815482509_2383349739929206784_n.png?itok=Eh53yp81"}}},"media_ids":["634375"],"groups":[{"id":"1182","name":"General"},{"id":"271521","name":"New Student and Sophomore Programs"},{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"},{"id":"322561","name":"Student Diversity Programs"},{"id":"1269","name":"Student Life"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"633715":{"#nid":"633715","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Student Emergency Funding Now Available","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Division of Student Life, the Alumni Association, and the Office of Development are partnering to collect and distribute emergency funding through the Georgia Tech Parents Fund and Roll Call to support students in need.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis fund has been established to support Tech students who have a demonstrated financial need related to the COVID-19 crisis and campus closures. Funding is available to all enrolled Georgia Tech students and can be used to alleviate financial challenges resulting from the current public health crisis, including travel assistance, housing assistance, medical expenses, moving costs, financial support, food insecurity, and much more.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents in need of financial assistance should \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/submitter\/form\/start\/394732\u0022\u003Ecomplete the application form\u003C\/a\u003E, and the Office of the Vice President and Dean of Students will contact them to coordinate the assistance through the Office of Financial Aid. The maximum amount of each grant is $1,000.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFunds are limited but are currently being raised. Parents looking to support this fund can make a gift through \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/securelb.imodules.com\/s\/1481\/parents-2\/parents-index.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=2\u0026amp;pgid=432\u0026amp;cid=1129\u0022\u003Ethe Georgia Tech Parents Fund\u003C\/a\u003E. Alumni can make a gift\u0026nbsp;through \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/c.gatech.edu\/3drwlLg\u0022\u003ERoll Call\u003C\/a\u003E. And faculty and staff can make a gift by visiting the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/https:\/\/development.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EOffice of Development website\u003C\/a\u003E, clicking on Give Now, and entering Student Relief Fund in the space for \u0026quot;other designation.\u0026quot;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Division of Student Life, the Alumni Association, and the Office of Development are partnering to collect and distribute emergency funding through the Georgia Tech Parents Fund and Roll Call to support students in need.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Division of Student Life, the Alumni Association, and the Office of Development are partnering to collect and distribute emergency funding through the Georgia Tech Parents Fund and Roll Call to support students in need."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2020-03-23 14:08:41","changed_gmt":"2020-04-14 22:48:28","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-03-23T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2020-03-23T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"hg_media":{"634374":{"id":"634374","type":"image","title":"emergency fund","body":null,"created":"1586904455","gmt_created":"2020-04-14 22:47:35","changed":"1586904455","gmt_changed":"2020-04-14 22:47:35","alt":"group of students in Georgia tech hats","file":{"fid":"241392","name":"emergency-student-funding-header-small.jpg","image_path":"\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/emergency-student-funding-header-small.jpg","image_full_path":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/emergency-student-funding-header-small.jpg","mime":"image\/jpeg","size":91711,"path_740":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/740xx_scale\/public\/images\/emergency-student-funding-header-small.jpg?itok=bKX7G94D"}}},"media_ids":["634374"],"related_links":[{"url":"https:\/\/c.gatech.edu\/3bjhOiB","title":"Emergency Fund Application"},{"url":"https:\/\/c.gatech.edu\/2xfiSFJ","title":"GT Parents Fund"},{"url":"https:\/\/c.gatech.edu\/3drwlLg","title":"Roll Call"},{"url":"https:\/\/development.gatech.edu\/","title":"Office of Development"}],"groups":[{"id":"1182","name":"General"},{"id":"428961","name":"Health and Well-Being"},{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"},{"id":"1269","name":"Student Life"},{"id":"1317","name":"News Briefs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[{"id":"71871","name":"Campus and Community"}],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ESara Warner\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nStudent Life Communications Director\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nsara.warner@studentlife.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["william.mckenna@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"634140":{"#nid":"634140","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Summer Operations Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAlong with our 25 peer institutions of the University System of Georgia (USG), Georgia Tech will continue to deliver instruction remotely during May and for the summer semesters, with only limited exceptions.\u0026nbsp;Registration for Summer 2020 began on March 23 and ends on May 15. Time tickets for registration are being released in groups and that process is ongoing now. The Schedule of Classes for Summer 2020 is \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/registrar.gatech.edu\/current-students\/schedule-of-classes\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener noreferrer\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eonline\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlans for iGniTe and related registration processes, as well as decisions about summer events and other affected programs, are currently under review and more information will be forthcoming.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs a reminder, the USG has asked all institutions to continue current telework and flexible work strategies for faculty and staff until further notice. USG institutions remain open, with only minimal staff physically on-site to ensure continuity of certain services.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EConsistent with the Governor Brian Kemp\u0026rsquo;s executive order to shelter in place, we will continue to operate in a research ramp-down mode with only previously approved essential research activities happening on campus for at least the next two weeks, and, after that, until further notice. Although instruction will be remote for the summer, our education and research missions are interrelated, so we are continuously evaluating the appropriate level of research activities that should take place on campus as we navigate this situation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EImpact on Fall Semester 2020\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll\u0026nbsp;institutions within the USG are tentatively planning to return to normal on-campus operations for the fall semester should guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Georgia Department of Public Health allow it.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERegistration for Fall 2020 also began on March 23 and continues through May 15 for continuing students. There will be a Phase II registration period for Fall 2020 that begins on August 8.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe will continue to keep you updated as more information becomes available. A communications archive and FAQ are available at:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener noreferrer\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\u0022\u003Ehealth.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Along with our 25 peer institutions of the University System of Georgia (USG), Georgia Tech will continue to deliver instruction remotely during May and for the summer semesters, with only limited exceptions."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2020-04-07 16:00:41","changed_gmt":"2020-04-07 16:00:41","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-04-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2020-04-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"633181":{"#nid":"633181","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Remembering Safety First","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EBefore your student heads off for spring break, parents should discuss the importance of safety while enjoying a week without classes. Many students will head home to be with family and friends,stay on campus to work or just enjoy a week in Atlanta without classes. For those of you who have a student who will be traveling, consider the following points as you discuss his or her travel plans.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlan Ahead\u003C\/strong\u003E: If your student will be traveling, encourage them to be aware of the laws at their destination. Ask your student to give you an itinerary of their trip, complete with hotel information as well as dates of departure and arrival.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlcohol Use and Abuse\u003C\/strong\u003E: It is important to know the legal drinking age for the destination, the expectations, using a designated driver, not taking drinks from strangers, not leaving drinks unattended, feeling confident about choosing not to drink.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStaying Healthy\u003C\/strong\u003E: It is important to learn about staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen, and accessing local medical help.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETravel Safety\u003C\/strong\u003E: When traveling it is essential for students to aware of not driving when tired; know local traffic laws; know how to access embassies when abroad, and foreign travel customs. During this week, students should also always use the buddy system when possible.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFinances\u003C\/strong\u003E: As a student setting and sticking to a budget, expectations for using or not using a credit card, how to get extra cash in an emergency, and avoid carrying all their money in their wallet or purse can be extremely beneficial.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/spring-break-travel\u0022\u003EVisit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention\u0026rsquo;s website for tips on Spring Break Health and safety.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Before your student heads off for spring break, parents should discuss the importance of safety while enjoying a week without classes. 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This event is a special and memorable ceremony that honors our LGBTQIA graduates and where Lavender Awards are given to individuals, departments, and organizations that have made Georgia Tech a safer and more inclusive environment for LGBTQIA students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Lavender Graduation is a time to build community and celebrate the accomplishments over the past year. Families of Lavender Graduates are welcome to attend Lavender Graduation, which will take place on April 15 in the Wardlaw Center\u0026rsquo;s Gordy Room. 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"}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2020-03-02 15:44:32","changed_gmt":"2020-03-02 17:29:33","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-03-02T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2020-03-02T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"633177":{"#nid":"633177","#data":{"type":"news","title":"An Update on Coronavirus","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAn Update on Coronavirus\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENews reports on the public health risk associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) have generated questions from members of the campus community who are understandably curious about how Georgia Tech is responding to COVID-19 internationally as well as how it is preparing for the possibility of increased risk in the United States. It is important to remember there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Georgia at this time, and risk of exposure in the U.S. is still very low.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo date, Georgia Tech has canceled its spring programs in China and South Korea and advised faculty to cancel any travel commitments to China. While the University System of Georgia (USG) will make overall decisions regarding summer programs and other travel at a later date, Tech has preemptively canceled its China Summer Program. Our Office of International Education is working with students who are negatively affected by these changes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn campus, Georgia Tech has developed an initial emergency response plan, and is conducting tabletop training exercises for the purpose of improved internal coordination and communication. Key Tech staff maintain close relationships with colleagues at the Georgia Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure we have the latest information and guidance.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe continue to encourage all members of the campus community to follow the same preventative strategies used during a normal cold and flu season: getting a flu shot, washing hands regularly, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when experiencing symptoms of illness.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn partnership with the state\u0026rsquo;s Department of Health, the USG has updated its resource guide with the latest information concerning travel warnings and other guidance at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.usg.edu\/coronavirus\u0022\u003Ewww.usg.edu\/coronavirus\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; You can also visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\u0022\u003Ehealth.gatech.edu\/coronavirus\u003C\/a\u003E for any campus specific updates.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"News reports on the public health risk associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) have generated questions from members of the campus community who are understandably curious about how Georgia Tech is responding to COVID-19 internationally as well as how it i"}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2020-03-02 16:00:04","changed_gmt":"2020-03-02 17:10:39","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2020-03-02T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2020-03-02T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"628673":{"#nid":"628673","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Helping Your Student with the Job Search Process","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ERecruiting season at Georgia Tech begins with fanfare in the fall, almost immediately after classes begin, and the busyness of companies on campus continues throughout the year. The competitiveness of Georgia Tech students puts many of them in high demand, and some companies, eager to secure top talent, add pressure with early decision deadlines.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnticipating factors to consider for full time offers while students work internships, co-ops, on campus, summer opportunities, class projects can prepare them for that first permanent offer. Work integrated learning helps identify some of the factors students like and don\u0026rsquo;t like; preferences about work environments, co-workers, management styles, \u0026ldquo;perks,\u0026rdquo; and sense of satisfaction with the company or organization are additional ones they may have the opportunity to explore.\u0026nbsp; Tech was recently name #5 for internships: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.careerdiscovery.gatech.edu\/world-your-internship-oyster\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.careerdiscovery.gatech.edu\/world-your-internship-oyster\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBelow are ways you can help your student prepare and successfully navigate their job search and offer guidelines:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EEncourage them to take advantage of workshops and programs to build their networking and job search skills. Available resources include C2D2-sponsored workshops, programs offered by campus and student organizations, company information sessions, and class assignments related to careers. Academics will address technical skills, which are obviously in demand. These skills will prove useful, not only to secure their first job, but actively manage their careers beyond Georgia Tech\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWhile a 4.0 GPA is great, essential communication and relationship-building skills partner with technical skills in today\u0026rsquo;s workplace. Encourage your student to become involved in leadership opportunities, clubs, athletics, service organizations, Greek life, drama, music, intramurals, the Student Alumni Association and many other options to develop and practice the \u0026ldquo;soft\u0026rdquo; skills that are a challenge for some students.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAs a successful interview leads to an offer, encourage them to thank the company for the offer and then carefully consider the offer and benefits before responding. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/campus-interviewing-policies-students\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/campus-interviewing-policies-students\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStaff and faculty are here to help!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe competitiveness of Georgia Tech students puts many of them in high demand, and some companies, eager to secure top talent, add pressure with early decision deadlines.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The competitiveness of Georgia Tech students puts many of them in high demand, and some companies, eager to secure top talent, add pressure with early decision deadlines. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 18:22:25","changed_gmt":"2019-11-06 18:22:25","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"628661":{"#nid":"628661","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing and Residence Life ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Spring 2020 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall. All students who apply before November 13, 2019, are eligible to participate in the self-assignment process. Self-assignment gives students the opportunity to select their own room. Those who choose not to participate in this process will be assigned by our staff. The application, self-assignment steps, and room and roommate info can be accessed through \u0026ldquo;My Housing\u0026rdquo; on the Georgia Tech Housing website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ehousing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. The Spring 2020 Housing application will remain open after self-assignment, also. If your student has not yet applied \u0026ndash; it\u0026rsquo;s not too late!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf a room change is desired, students currently living on-campus can do this themselves using Room Swap. They may also submit an Administrative Room Change request. Room Switch Day is Sunday, December 15, 2020. Incoming students for Spring 2020 are encouraged to complete room changes prior to January move-in, Sunday, January 5, 2020. Room Swap and Administrative Room Change are services available in \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003EMy Housing\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December if they plan to reside on campus in the spring; however, please note the following dates before making travel arrangements:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 13, 2019, by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2020\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 15, 2019, by noon: Move out for graduating students\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 15, 2019, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOur assignment staff is available to answer questions and offer assistance by phone (404-894-2470), email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E), or at our office in the North Avenue Apartments \u0026ndash; room 126.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Spring 2020 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Spring 2020 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 17:23:23","changed_gmt":"2019-11-06 17:23:23","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"628657":{"#nid":"628657","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech-Lorraine: Study Abroad\u2019s Educational and Social Benefits ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe educational benefits of spending a semester at Georgia Tech-Lorraine, Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus in France, are immeasurable. Whether your student chooses to study at Georgia Tech-Lorraine in the Fall, Spring or Summer, they can take the courses they need for their major, stay on track toward their degree, take classes taught in English primarily by Tech faculty, go on faculty-led field trips around Europe, and even conduct research in international labs. Students are required to take 12-14 credit hours in the Spring and Fall semesters, and 10-12 credit hours in the Summer semester, meaning that they are still full-time students while at Georgia Tech-Lorraine.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents from any major can study at Georgia Tech-Lorraine, as we offer a wide variety of courses each semester. Check out the course lists for each semester here. Classes are held Monday through Thursday and most students travel independently from Thursday evening through Sunday.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe opportunity to spend a semester at Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus in France and discover Europe on the weekends allows students to grow not only educationally, but also socially. Students get out of their comfort zone, visit new places and learn firsthand about new cultures. Many students decide to attend Georgia Tech-Lorraine without knowing any other students on the program. While this can seem daunting at first, students return with friendships to last a lifetime, and countless new memories!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt is easy to find others wanting to travel in groups and explore the region together. It is also fun for students to join in group activities planned by the Bureau des \u0026Eacute;tudiants, a student council group that plans events throughout the semester, as well participate in the Leonardo Program, led by a French professor at Georgia Tech-Lorraine and offering students opportunities to attend local events such as Opera performances, lunch at a French culinary school, or a trip to a u-pick fruit and vegetable farm.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOverall, Georgia Tech-Lorraine benefits students both inside and outside the classroom. Students become global citizens and return with the confidence to travel the world. Applications for Georgia Tech-Lorraine are open now for Summer and Fall 2020 at lorraine.gatech.edu\/apply.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlthough the Georgia Tech-Lorraine experience is priceless, please review our website\u0026rsquo;s costs page for all details and breakdowns on tuition, program fees and other expenses, and make sure you read and understand our cancellation Policy. If you or your student have any questions about Georgia Tech-Lorraine, visit our website or contact our Outreach Coordinator, Allie Crain, at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:allie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eallie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The educational benefits of spending a semester at Georgia Tech-Lorraine, Tech\u2019s campus in France, are immeasurable."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 17:03:52","changed_gmt":"2019-11-06 17:03:52","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["allie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"628655":{"#nid":"628655","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Celebrating International Education Week","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EEach November the U.S. and Georgia Tech celebrate International Education Week or IEW and this year IEW will be November 18-22, 2019. IEW is a chance to celebrate our diverse global campus and the benefits of international exchange. Students can find out how to study or intern abroad, taste food from across the globe, see the photo contest winners and put themselves on the map in Clough Commons. This year we are honored to host Associate Professor Shannon Yee to discuss \u0026ldquo;Solving a Global Equity Challenge by Reinventing Toilet\u0026rdquo; from the global research funded by Bill \u0026amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. During IEW 2018, we had more than 2,200 attendees and more than 40 events. We hope your student will participate and they can learn more at iew.gatech.edu!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDid you know that OIE has Peer Advisors? Peer advisors are students who have studied abroad and now volunteer their time to share about their experiences studying or interning abroad with campus. If your student would like to learn more about this program or contact a current peer advisor, go to: https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/ea\/peer-advisors. Here\u0026rsquo;s a little bit about peer advisor Tyler Bandini.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to providing ample travel opportunities and life-long friendships, my exchange program with the University of Leeds allowed me to branch out and take classes in other areas\u0026nbsp;of interest not related to engineering. The highlight of my academic experience while in Leeds was taking a course on the history of Victorian England. Since history is a favorite subject of mine, this experience was greatly enhanced by the number of Victorian buildings and historically significant sites in proximity to the University. Leeds itself is the archetypal Victorian city, with its city hall, numerous markets, and churches all prime examples of Victorian architecture. You might think that with my love of English history that I must have some English heritage, and you\u0026rsquo;d be right! Using the Leeds City Library and its population records, I traced a branch of my family back to 1150! So in addition to making great friends and learning much about the country, I learned quite a bit about my own family history as well!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Each November the U.S. and Georgia Tech celebrate International Education Week or IEW and this year IEW will be November 18-22, 2019. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-11-06 16:58:57","changed_gmt":"2019-11-06 16:58:57","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-11-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"621309":{"#nid":"621309","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Construction Begins for Campus Center Project ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAt last, this month, signs have gone up across the southwest sector of campus to indicate the start of the Campus Center construction project. The Campus Center project, which will expand the Student Center\u0026rsquo;s footprint and services, will encompass a 15-acre site from the Campus Recreation Center (CRC) to the Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons, with four new buildings accompanying a significant renovation to the existing Student Center. The outdoor space between buildings will be punctuated by a series of walks, plazas, and opportunities for social, creative, intellectual, and restorative engagement.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn order to minimize disruption to the campus community and help ensure continuity of services during construction, the design-build team came up with a staged approach that consists of two construction phases. Phase I of the construction project will focus on the development of the four new buildings: an exhibition hall, two pavilions, and a standalone caf\u0026eacute;. When Phase II of the Campus Center project will focus on renovating the existing Student Center building, and is expected to begin in summer 2020. While details about Phase II of the project are still being finalized, the team anticipates completing the entire Campus Center project in late 2022.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMore information about the Campus Center project can be found at reinnovation.studentcenter.gatech.edu.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"At last, this month, signs have gone up across the southwest sector of campus to indicate the start of the Campus Center construction project."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:10:23","changed_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:10:23","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"621308":{"#nid":"621308","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ESummer is a great time to start planning ahead for the next academic year. Many Spring 2020 study abroad application deadlines are early in the fall semester. For instance, if your student is interested in studying abroad on an exchange in Spring 2020, they need to apply by September 1, 2019, \u0026mdash; which means that there isn\u0026rsquo;t much time in the fall for a student to get settled at Tech before they need to plan for the spring semester. Students are encouraged to \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie-study-abroad.appointlet.com\/\u0022\u003Emeet\u003C\/a\u003E or \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:study.abroad@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Echat\u003C\/a\u003E with an advisor in the Office of International Education (OIE) this summer to explore the numerous opportunities available for their major. If your student will be looking for funding options, the OIE Scholarship page is: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/find_scholarships\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/find_scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDid you know that there are students who study abroad at Georgia Tech (aside from our awesome international students)? Georgia Tech recently had the opportunity to welcome eight students from Tokyo Institute of Technology for a special visiting program on leadership in collaboration with OIE and LEAD. The program focused on assisting students to develop leadership skills, intercultural competency, and insight on the history, social issues, and community empowerment movements in the United States. For information on this program and other On-Campus Internationalization efforts, go \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/Go_Global\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Did you know that there are students who study abroad at Georgia Tech (aside from our awesome international students)? "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:09:36","changed_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:09:36","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"621307":{"#nid":"621307","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ESpring semester is over, and the Georgia Tech Housing Department is busy getting reading for Summer and Fall. Students may still apply for any of the three Summer 2019 housing sessions. Full and Early Short Summer residents will move in on May 12, and Late Short Summer residents will move in on June 11. Residents who are living with us for the Early Short Summer session will move out of their residence hall by noon on June 19. These dates and more are available at http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/news\/summer-housing-dates-remember-0.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u0026#39;s not too late for students who plan to live on campus for 2019-2020 and have not yet applied! Sign up today and be prepared for August. Be sure to watch our website later this summer for details about the fall move-in procedure. All campus housing applications are made online through My Housing which can be accessed from the Department of Housing website. Important messages, updates, and Housing news can always be found on our homepage. Email information@housing.gatech.edu anytime or call us at 404-894-2470 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. \u0026ndash; 5 p.m. You are also welcome to visit us in our office which is located in room 126 of the North Avenue North Apartment building.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Spring semester is over, and the Georgia Tech Housing Department is busy getting reading for Summer and Fall."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:07:51","changed_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:07:51","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"621305":{"#nid":"621305","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech-Lorraine: Gateway to Europe ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDuring the week, Georgia Tech-Lorraine students can be found on the Lorraine campus taking courses that they need for their degree, all taught in English by Georgia Tech professors. However, when classes wrap up for the week on Thursday afternoon, the students are free to travel. And, travel they do!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom Portugal to Paris, Italy to Ireland, London to Lisbon, and more, Georgia Tech-Lorraine students have the unique opportunity to travel to a new city or country each weekend. In fact, with the help of trains and budget airlines, some GTL students have seen upwards of 16 countries in one semester.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe GTL campus is situated on the edge of France, bordering Germany and Luxembourg, in a city called Metz. This location truly is a gateway to Europe, making cross-country travel possible in just one weekend (especially since weekends at GTL are three days long!).\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026ldquo;I\u0026rsquo;ve really enjoyed the ability to turn weekends into adventures. It\u0026#39;s feasible to leave every weekend, go a few hundred miles away, and be back in time for class on Monday without much effort. That\u0026rsquo;s not really something that is common studying in Atlanta,\u0026rdquo; Gabriel Weese, a computer engineering major from Georgia Tech and GTL Spring 2019 student, said.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents even have the opportunity to travel in some of their classes when professors take them on group field trips to visit sites which are relevant to their class. For example, Professor Tim Stoneman teaches at GTL and often takes his classes to visit the Airbus facility in Toulouse, France, and the BMW facility in Munich, Germany.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBetween classes and travel, students at GTL grow both academically and personally. Studying in a foreign country molds more independent and culturally aware students, which will benefit them throughout their life and career.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026ldquo;As you step outside your comfort zone, you will learn different ways to approach problems that were previously unknown and will discover how to work alongside people with different backgrounds and cultures. Most importantly, however, as you explore new worlds, you will better understand and learn about yourself, a feature that will help you become a successful professional and individual,\u0026rdquo; Valeria Boesch Neira, an electrical and computer engineering major from Georgia Tech and GTL Spring 2019 student, said.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo learn more about studying at Georgia Tech-Lorraine, please visit lorraine.gatech.edu or contact Allie Crain, GTL outreach coordinator, at allie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu. And, don\u0026rsquo;t forget to review the parent\u0026rsquo;s page on our website.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGTL students on a class field-trip to the Airbus facility in Toulouse, France.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"A story about students traveling throughout Europe while studying at GT Lorraine."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:03:45","changed_gmt":"2019-05-03 19:03:45","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2019-05-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAllie Crain, GTL outreach coordinator, at allie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"621304":{"#nid":"621304","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Your Student is Moving Home after Graduation\u2026 What to Expect and How to Ease the Transition","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ENot long ago, it was reasonable to expect that when your student left for college, they would not be returning home after graduation. However, a recent survey by Monster Trak indicates that 57 percent of college graduates plan to return home after graduation. Your student might move home for a number of reasons, most of which are financially motivated: your student may still be in the job-hunting process or cannot afford to live independently on an entry-level salary. Other reasons for moving home include the financial strain of paying off loans, the desire to save money for future goals such as a down payment, or perhaps they would like to live at home while attending graduate school.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhatever the reason, both you and your student may have mixed emotions about this arrangement. It is not uncommon as parents to have conflicting feelings such as happiness, excitement, anxiety or even anger. Your student may feel relief about paying bills but may also feel uneasy about this temporary loss of independence. There are some risks for you as a parent, including the possibility of increased tension, misunderstandings and resentment, as well as the financial strain this may put on you. However, this arrangement may create a wonderful opportunity to form a new adult relationship with your student, which you may not have otherwise been able to do.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo minimize the risks and maximize the benefits, a few guidelines may be helpful. Overall, the key to having a successful living arrangement with your student is to communicate openly and proactively. Expectations for your student should be clear and negotiated in advance of the move back home. Some parents prefer to write a contract outlining house rules and expectations. That way, there is no room for ambiguity or lack of clarity. Other parents prefer to have an oral agreement. Regardless of how you outline these rules, the following areas should be addressed:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ETimeline. Both you and your student will benefit from discussing the general timeline for when the student plans to move out. This helps make it clear that the student should not expect to stay indefinitely.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPaying rent. About half of students who move home contribute financially to the household. Whether or not the student contributes financially may depend on whether or not they have a source of income. Some parents expect their student to contribute a certain percentage of their income for rent (such as 20-30 percent). Others charge a flat monthly fee or charge a nominal amount to cover the increase in costs of utilities. Still others will save the money their student gives them and return it to the student to use as a safety net when he or she moves out. If your student has the financial means to contribute even a small amount, this will teach financial responsibility and will help with adjustment when they move out.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EHousehold chores. A household functions best when all members are contributing to it. Some chores around the house should be delegated to your student.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPrivacy issues\/boundaries. It is a good idea to set rules regarding guests and\/or overnight visitors, whether you expect a phone call if your child spends the night elsewhere, whether alcohol is permitted in the house or what areas of the house, if any, are off-limits. Parents should also respect the privacy of their student and relinquish some of the control they had when their student was younger.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn general, you will be happiest if you continue to live your lifestyle in the same way as before. It is important not to slip back into old roles and recognize that it is healthiest for everyone if you treat your grown child as an adult. Although there are some potential challenges, clear expectations and open communication will make the transition go as smoothly as possible.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Counseling Center is located on the second floor of the Student Services Building and is open each day from 8 a.m. \u0026ndash; 5 p.m. The Center offers free consultations, as well as individual, couples, and group counseling for enrolled Georgia Tech students. Additionally, we offer seminars and workshops on a variety of topics (stress management, time management, healthy relationships, depression and anxiety) throughout the semester. Students and parents can call our office for more information at 404.894.2575 or visit counseling.gatech.edu for more information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Irene E. Dalton, Ph.D. Staff Psychologist, Georgia Tech Counseling Center"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"A recent survey by Monster Trak indicates that 57 percent of college graduates plan to return home after graduation. 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Such experiences strengthen a student\u0026rsquo;s resume and can lead to promising new career paths and interests.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOpportunities are available in programs for all majors.\u0026nbsp;The National Science Foundation (NSF) sponsors programs from Alabama to Washington. Other research programs are sponsored by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, NASA, the National Institutes of Health, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Mayo Clinic, and the Department of Defense. In addition, the NSF and other international organizations and universities offer research programs abroad.\u0026nbsp;Most domestic programs provide the participating student with a stipend, housing allowance, and some travel assistance.\u0026nbsp; Many programs also sponsor professional development seminars and workshops as well as social events and outings. Often, these summer research programs are identified as internships, so be sure to include them in your search.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can also find summer research opportunities on the Georgia Tech campus. One is the SURE program, founded in 1992, which is aimed at increasing the number of underrepresented students in STEM fields. The 10-week program is open to approximately 30 to 40 juniors or seniors in the Colleges of Computing, Engineering, and Sciences.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnother great research opportunity is the President\u0026rsquo;s Undergraduate Research Awards.\u0026nbsp; The deadline for summer applications is March 1, 2019.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Undergraduate Research Ambassadors are hosting a Research for Undergraduate Experience Information Session on Thursday, January 24, from 11 a.m. to noon in the Clough Lounge, located in Clough Commons, Suite 205. For more assistance, students can stop by the regular Ambassador Office Hours on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4 - 5 p.m. in the Clough Lounge.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMost programs\u0026rsquo; application deadlines are in February, and some are as early as mid-January.\u0026nbsp;Many of them use rolling admissions, so apply early and often!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EClick here \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.urop.gatech.edu\/summer-research\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.urop.gatech.edu\/summer-research\u003C\/a\u003E for additional information and links to programs. Information is updated regularly, so check the website often.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/student-innovation-georgia-tech\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/student-innovation-georgia-tech \u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/task-force-examines-ways-improve-academic-advising\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/task-force-examines-ways-improve-academic-advising \u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Opportunities are available for undergraduate students to spend part of the summer working side-by-side with researchers at universities in the U.S. and abroad."}],"uid":"34945","created_gmt":"2019-01-08 20:10:42","changed_gmt":"2019-01-08 20:10:42","author":"tbarker30","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2019-01-08T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2019-01-08T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAllyson Tant\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nProgram and Operations Manager\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nUndergraduate Research Opportunities Program\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614995":{"#nid":"614995","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ESince 1994, organizations across the nation have participated in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Each year on the first Monday in January, we have a \u0026ldquo;day on, not a day off,\u0026rdquo; and partner with programs and community organizations in Atlanta to move closer to King\u0026rsquo;s vision of a \u0026ldquo;beloved community.\u0026rdquo; Limited spaces for Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff are available for participation in the 2019 MLK Day of Service, which we be held on Monday, January 21, 2019 from 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Students can register for the following sites: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/orgsync.com\/168042\/events\/2569923\/occurrences\/6169984\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EWest Atlanta Watershed Alliance\u003C\/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/orgsync.com\/168042\/events\/2554867\/occurrences\/6165627\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ETrees Atlanta\u003C\/a\u003E. Stamp\u0026rsquo;s President\u0026rsquo;s Scholars will also be volunteering at Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck-in and breakfast will be served at the Student Center Ballroom beginning at 7:30 a.m. and buses will leave for their respective sites at 8 a.m. Contact Brittny James at bjames44@gatech.edu with any questions or concerns about this year\u0026rsquo;s service program. Visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/diversity.gatech.edu\/mlk-celebration-events\u0022 id=\u0022LPlnk594729\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener noreferrer\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/diversity.gatech.edu\/mlk-celebration-events\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for more information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Since 1994, organizations across the nation have participated in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 16:01:14","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 20:03:23","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614994":{"#nid":"614994","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHalal, Kosher, and Plant-based\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nWe now have a halal option at the North Avenue Dining Hall daily during lunch and dinner! Halal options are still available at West Village Spice Trail on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Kosher is available at Essential Eats in the Student Center. We also have a plant-based station at Brittain Dining Hall in addition to the vegan and grain bar at Brittain and North Avenue.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpring Meal Plans go on sale December 7! \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mealplan.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ESign Up Here on 12\/7!\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGifts and More: Cookies, Cakes, and Pies, oh my! \u003C\/strong\u003ESend your student some sweets or order some for the holidays.\u0026nbsp; Our baked goods are made fresh daily in our local bakery on campus.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shop-gatechdining.sodexomyway.com\/\u0022\u003EShop today\u003C\/a\u003E!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Halal, Kosher and Plant Based options now available with on-campus dining! Also, spring meal plans go on sale December 7!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 16:00:35","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 16:00:35","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614993":{"#nid":"614993","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EFall semester is almost over, and it\u0026rsquo;s time for students to prepare for the winter break! Current residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the winter break if they plan to reside on campus in the spring; however, please note the following dates if your student will be moving out or switching rooms:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 14, by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2019.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16, by noon: Move out for graduating students.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDetailed \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/events\/end-fall-semester-housing-dates\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Einformation\u003C\/a\u003E can be found on our housing website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003Ehousing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENew Spring 2019 residents can move in on Sunday, January 6, 2019. The spring Campus Housing Application is still open for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall, and the application can be accessed through \u0026ldquo;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003EMy Housing\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026rdquo; on the Housing \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E. If your student has not yet applied \u0026ndash; it\u0026rsquo;s not too late!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs always our assignment staff is available to answer questions and offer assistance by phone (404-894-2470), email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E), and at our new office location in North Avenue North Apartments, room 126. We hope all of our residents have had a successful semester and enjoy a relaxing break.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Fall semester is almost over, and it\u2019s time for students to prepare for the winter break! 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They will design and conduct leadership experiments that put their new skills into action and grow their leadership capacity. The time commitment is five one-hour sessions throughout the semester. Meeting days\/time are flexible. Encourage your students to foster their personal and professional leadership skills that will apply throughout their education and after graduation.\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/leading-edge-one-one-leadership-coaching-short-form-application\u0022\u003EApply Now for Spring 2019\u003C\/a\u003E!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMinor in Leadership Studies\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Minor in Leadership Studies is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of leadership theory, skills, and experience through a rigorous and multi-disciplinary program of study. Students will complete the program by applying their knowledge and skills through a project based experiential learning course. The minor is currently comprised of three tracks \u0026ndash; Business, Global Engineering Leadership and Public Policy, offered through the Institute for Leadership and Entrepreneurship at the Scheller College of Business, the College of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the School of Public Policy at the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/minor-leadership-studies-application\u0022\u003EApply Now\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eleadership.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist our students in developing the social skills necessary to be successful at Georgia Tech and beyond."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:58:40","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:58:40","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614990":{"#nid":"614990","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Office of International Education (OIE) has seen robust growth in its outgoing exchanges and with this growth, participation in Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/ip_welcome\u0022\u003EInternational Plan\u003C\/a\u003E (IP) has continued to expand as well. This important program allows students to spend 26 weeks outside the U.S. through an \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/gip\/home\u0022\u003Einternship\u003C\/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ListAll\u0022\u003Estudy\u003C\/a\u003E, or research abroad program. Students take three globally focused courses, complete a global capstone, and develop proficiency in a foreign language. The IP fosters intercultural sensitivity, cross-cultural communication skills, the ability to approach problems from multiple perspectives, and a global understanding of their discipline. To read more about this fantastic program and get a student\u0026rsquo;s point of view, check out this \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/news.gatech.edu\/features\/plan-global-proportions?utm_campaign=daily-digest\u0026amp;utm_medium=email\u0026amp;utm_source=dd-article-secondary-fslink:9067|2018-08-13\u0022\u003Earticle\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs the semester winds down and folks can take a break, now is a great time to plan for the year ahead. OIE has some wonderful resources to aid in the planning and preparation for a study abroad experience. We host a \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pwp.gatech.edu\/ramble-abroad-blog\/\u0022\u003Eblog\u003C\/a\u003E and a \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pwp.gatech.edu\/ramble-abroad-blog\/podcast\/\u0022\u003Epodcast\u003C\/a\u003E that feature our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pwp.gatech.edu\/ramble-abroad-blog\/meet-your-peer-advisors\/\u0022\u003EPeer Advisors\u003C\/a\u003E who share about their international experiences. We encourage students planning to study abroad in 2019 to take advantage of these resources and to finalize their plans soon, as deadlines are fast approaching.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUpcoming deadlines\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAcademic Year, Fall, and Summer 2019 : February 1, 2019\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESummer 2019 general *: February 15, 2019\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/?go=OIEAdministeredScholarships\u0022\u003EOIE Administered Scholarship Deadline\u003C\/a\u003E: February 15, 2019\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E*Program deadlines may vary. Please check the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E for the most accurate information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease reach out to the Office of International Education if you have questions and encourage your student to make an \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie-study-abroad.appointlet.com\/b\/20348\u0022\u003Eappointment\u003C\/a\u003E with us. We hope that everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday season!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of International Education (OIE) has seen robust growth in its outgoing exchanges and with this growth, participation in Georgia Tech\u2019s International Plan (IP) has continued to expand as well."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:57:29","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:57:29","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614988":{"#nid":"614988","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Health and Well-Being Events","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EMassage Therapy at the CRC \u0026ndash; Treat your student to a pre or post finals massage at the CRC. The CRC offers 30- or 60-minute massage options conveniently on campus in a variety of specialties including: Swedish massage, sports and deep tissue. For more information and to buy a package go to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/services\/massage\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/services\/massage\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn December 10, the CRC will host a Spin and Screen event where you can spin while watching the animated film \u0026ldquo;Happy Feet.\u0026rdquo; This class is free for all CRC members. Snacks and refreshments are provided and we will take rest breaks along the way. Space is limited so make sure to arrive early! This event takes place Monday, December 10, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Studio B.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Health and Well-Being offers many opportunities for students to experience some stress relief during finals.  Here are just a few of the events. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:56:43","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:56:43","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614987":{"#nid":"614987","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Midnight Breakfast","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAll aboard the Tech Express! The campus tradition, Midnight Breakfast, is\u0026nbsp;back on Monday, December 10!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nStudents will be able to take a break from finals studying and de-stress with great activities such as free massages, therapy dogs, hot chocolate making, crafts, arcade games,\u0026nbsp;and more!\u0026nbsp;At the end, students will enjoy a free breakfast meal served\u0026nbsp;by Georgia Tech faculty and staff!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease inform your students about this free event and encourage them to come for a fun, food-filled time amidst all the studying. Students must present their Buzzcard for admittance to this event. To avoid overcrowding, students are requested to reserve a time slot.\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.universitytickets.com\/w\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/gatech.universitytickets.com\/w\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EThis event is made possible by the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/securelb.imodules.com\/s\/1481\/parents-2\/parents-index.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=2\u0026amp;pgid=432\u0026amp;cid=1129\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EParents Fund for Student Life \u0026amp; Leadership\u003C\/a\u003E, the Student Center Programs Council, and Campus Services BuzzFunds.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"All aboard the Tech Express! The campus tradition, Midnight Breakfast, is back on Monday, December 10!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:54:57","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:54:57","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614986":{"#nid":"614986","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Staying Focused During Finals","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EBoth finals and winter break are right around the corner. It\u0026rsquo;s crunch time as professors try to fit everything in before the end of the semester, but in the midst of schoolwork, dreading finals, and anticipating a break, how can students stay focused?\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EResearch completed by the Office of Institutional Research and Planning found that \u003Cem\u003EGeorgia Tech students who frequently visit the Campus Recreation Center (CRC) have higher GPAs and are more likely to return to Georgia Tech the following year\u003C\/em\u003E. While there are a number of influential factors in the academic performance of our students, data analysis indicates, \u0026ldquo;that the difference in retention rates are not due to chance alone \u0026ndash; frequency of CRC visits does play a role.\u0026rdquo; For many students, finals make or break students\u0026rsquo; grades in their classes, and the CRC is an excellent focus booster in approaching such an important time of the semester.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/fitness\/group\/drop-in\u0022\u003EAll classes are FREE during final exams for CRC members\u003C\/a\u003E. Encourage your student to utilize the CRC in preparation for their finals\u0026ndash; their focus will increase, and the studies show that their GPA\u0026rsquo;s will appreciate it!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Both finals and winter break are right around the corner. It\u2019s crunch time as professors try to fit everything in before the end of the semester, but in the midst of schoolwork, dreading finals, and anticipating a break, how can students stay focused?"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:54:04","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:54:04","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"614985":{"#nid":"614985","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Ways to Support Your Student","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDecember is an exciting time on Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus. Everyone anticipates the end of classes and the winter break after a busy semester. While classes do conclude early in the month, final exams and concerns related to spring semester can make December a stressful time for students. Parents and friends can help their students by providing support in some key ways.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst-year students may be especially worried about final exams since this is a new experience for them. Students may feel that they need to re-work every problem, memorize, or re-read everything that has been assigned since August. If this were true \u0026mdash; and it is not! \u0026mdash; finals would be very overwhelming. Remind students that planning and time management will help them prepare and thrive. Now is the time for students to review syllabi, past exams and assignments, and to identify what they need to review and master prior to final exams. Remind them to make themselves aware of deadlines, such as the last day for tutoring appointments, and to plan to visit their professors\u0026rsquo; and TAs\u0026rsquo; office hours before the last day of classes. Parents can also help by encouraging students to manage stress by getting enough sleep, exercise, and healthy meals and snacks.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlthough registration is currently closed until Phase II opens on January 3, December can be a great time for students to schedule an appointment with their academic advisor. Students considering making changes to their spring schedules should meet with advisors, but students can also use this relatively quiet time to explore studying abroad, undergraduate research, or other programs, including learning about minors and certificates. December is also a good time for students who are worried about their academic standing or are considering changing majors to meet with advisors for help connecting with campus resources or for a professional and supportive perspective.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents who are disappointed with their fall semester grades should take some time over the winter break to reflect on and learn from their academic performance. Anyone can make plans for a strong start to spring semester by checking out the Success Summit. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/success-summit\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/success-summit\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"December is an exciting time on Georgia Tech\u2019s campus. Everyone anticipates the end of classes and the winter break after a busy semester. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:52:18","changed_gmt":"2018-12-05 15:52:18","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-12-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"related_links":[{"url":"http:\/\/summer.gatech.edu\/content\/6-things-about-ignite-you-wont-find-anywhere-else","title":"6 Things About iGnite"},{"url":"http:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/task-force-examines-ways-improve-academic-advising","title":"Task Force Examines Ways to Improve Academic Advising"}],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613736":{"#nid":"613736","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EStudent Running Low on Dining Dollars? Add more today for tax-free dining. Dining Dollars can be purchased in $50 increments or if you buy 400 or 600, you get an extra 10% free! Dining Dollars roll over to May 2019. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mealplan.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EAdd More Today!\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGifts and More: Cookies, Cakes, and Pies, oh my! New items are being added to the Village Bakery shop online. Send your student some sweets or order some for the holidays. Our baked goods are made fresh daily in our local bakery on campus. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shop-gatechdining.sodexomyway.com\/\u0022\u003EShop today\u003C\/a\u003E!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Student Running Low on Dining Dollars? "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:18:32","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:18:32","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613735":{"#nid":"613735","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing News","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Spring 2019 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall. All students who apply before November 15, 2018, are eligible to participate in the self-assignment process. Self-assignment gives students the opportunity to select their own room. A notification will be sent to students\u0026rsquo; Georgia Tech email accounts beginning November 5, 2018, with their timeslot to go online and select a spring room. Those who choose not to participate in this process will be assigned by our staff, and all spring assignments can be viewed online by November 12, 2018. The application, self-assignment steps, and room and roommate info can be accessed through \u0026ldquo;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003EMy Housing\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026rdquo; on the Georgia Tech Housing website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehousing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. The Spring 2019 Housing application will remain open after self-assignment, also. If your student has not yet applied \u0026ndash; it\u0026rsquo;s not too late!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf a room change is desired, students currently living on-campus can do this themselves using Room Swap. They may also submit an Administrative Room Change request. Room Switch Day is Sunday, December 16, 2018. Incoming students for Spring 2019 are encouraged to complete room changes prior to January move-in, Sunday, January 6, 2019. Room Swap and Administrative Room Change are services available in \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMy Housing.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December if they plan to reside on campus in the spring; however, please note the following dates \u003Cstrong\u003Ebefore\u003C\/strong\u003E making travel arrangements:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 14, 2018, by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2019\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16, 2018, by noon: Move out for graduating students\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16, 2018, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs always our assignment staff is available to answer questions and offer assistance by phone (\u003Ca href=\u0022tel:404-894-2470\u0022\u003E404-894-2470\u003C\/a\u003E), email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E), or in our NEW office in the North Avenue Apartments \u0026ndash; room 126.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Spring 2019 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:17:16","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:17:16","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613731":{"#nid":"613731","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Undergraduate Research Ambassadors","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EUndergraduate Research Ambassadors are selected each year to represent the UROP program and undergraduate research at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAmbassadors have developed several programs to help students find undergraduate research opportunities and to nurture those that are already participating in research. URA will be hosting the Fall 2018 Undergraduate Research Fair on Thursday, November 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThey will continue a series of workshops on Presentations Skills, Adding Research to your Resume and What to Expect in Research during the Spring 2019 semester along with coffee talks with graduate students, faculty, and representatives from Pre-Health and Pre-Graduate programs.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor students who are interested in just speaking with an ambassador, they can come during the weekly office hours that are held on Monday and Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. in the Clough Commons, Room 205Q, or contact an ambassador via our webpage.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EQuestions? Contact the program at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:urop@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Europ@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or visit http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/content\/undergraduate-research-ambassador-current for additional information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Allyson Tant  Program and Operations Manager, Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Undergraduate Research Ambassadors are selected each year to represent the UROP program and undergraduate research at Georgia Tech. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:13:44","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:13:44","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613729":{"#nid":"613729","#data":{"type":"news","title":"SAA","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Student Alumni Association (or SAA for short) is a great way for students to build connections with Georgia Tech Alumni and feel more rooted in Techs\u0026rsquo;s rich history of traditions and school spirit. SAA supports student-alumni connections by hosting 100+ events annually where students can personally engage with alumni from all over the country. During these events, students get to hear alumni advice, learn important life skills, and begin the process of building their professional network. For only $10 a year, students can start their future today. Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtsaa.com\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.gtsaa.com\u003C\/a\u003E for more information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Student Alumni Association (or SAA for short) is a great way for students to build connections with Georgia Tech Alumni and feel more rooted in Techs\u2019s rich history of traditions and school spirit. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:09:25","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:09:25","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613728":{"#nid":"613728","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Robust Growth and New Staff in OIE","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Office of International Education (OIE) is excited to announce that a record number of students will be studying abroad on exchange next semester. In addition to more than 50 faculty-led study abroad \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ListAll\u0022\u003Eprograms\u003C\/a\u003E, many Georgia Tech students chose to study directly at a partner university through our exchange programs. In Spring 2019, 178 Georgia Tech students will be attending 40 partner institutions in 23 countries. This number has tripled in just three years. Currently the top five exchange institutions are \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram\u0026amp;Program_ID=10003\u0022\u003EUC3M\u003C\/a\u003E in Madrid, Spain; \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram\u0026amp;Program_ID=10029\u0022\u003EHKUST\u003C\/a\u003E in Hong Kong; \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram\u0026amp;Program_ID=10007\u0022\u003EUNSW\u003C\/a\u003E in Sydney, Australia; \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram\u0026amp;Program_ID=10086\u0022\u003ENUS\u003C\/a\u003E in Singapore, and \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram\u0026amp;Program_ID=10065\u0022\u003EEindhoven\u003C\/a\u003E in the Netherlands. Of the 178 students studying abroad on exchange, this group represents 27 of the 35 undergraduate majors at Tech. Industrial engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, industrial design, business administration, and biomedical engineering are the top majors for this group of students. In a small break from Tech tradition, this group is 42 percent male and 58 percent female. For more information on exchange opportunities, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/study-abroad\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/study-abroad\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEach November Georgia Tech celebrates International Education Week or IEW and this year IEW happens the week of Nov 12-16. IEW is a chance to celebrate our diverse global campus and the benefits of international exchange. Find out how to study or intern abroad, taste food from across the globe, learn how to greet people in other languages, see the photo contest winners and put yourself on the map in Clough. Learn more at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/iew.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eiew.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of International Education (OIE) is excited to announce that a record number of students will be studying abroad on exchange next semester."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:06:58","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:06:58","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613727":{"#nid":"613727","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Leading Edge | One-on-One Leadership Coaching \u2013 Deadline is Quickly Approaching","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIn One-on-One Leadership Coaching, students are paired with a trained leadership coach to actively explore and improve their individual and team leadership skills through self-evaluation and feedback from others. They will design and conduct leadership experiments that put their new skills into action and grow their leadership capacity. The time commitment is five one-hour sessions throughout the semester. Meeting days\/time are flexible. Encourage your students to foster their personal and professional leadership skills that will apply throughout their education and after graduation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/leading-edge-one-one-leadership-coaching-short-form-application\u0022\u003EApply Now!\u003C\/a\u003E Application deadline is Monday, November 12, at 11:59pm.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eleadership.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Leading Edge | One-on-One Leadership Coaching \u2013 Deadline is Quickly Approaching"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:06:03","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:06:03","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"613726":{"#nid":"613726","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Career Fairs in Your Student\u2019s First-Year, and Beyond","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EEach year the Center for Career Discovery \u0026amp; Development (affectionately called \u0026ldquo;C2D2\u0026rdquo;) hosts two career fairs. The Fall All-Majors Career Fair is the largest career fair on campus, with more than 5,100 students visiting over the two-day event. This year\u0026rsquo;s fall fair also brought 363 of the world\u0026rsquo;s leading companies to campus to recruit Tech students for internships, co-ops, and full-time positions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe second fair hosted each year happens early in the spring semester. This year\u0026rsquo;s \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/spring-all-majors-career-fair\u0022\u003ESpring All-Majors Career Fair\u003C\/a\u003E will be hosted at McCamish Pavilion on January 16-17, 2019. Typically, the spring fair is a one-day event, but the past few years have been so well-attended that the event had to be stretched over two days. The expanded format will allow more companies to come on campus to recruit your students.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne question that always comes up around fair time is, \u0026ldquo;should I attend the fair as a freshman\u0026rdquo;? The short answer is: absolutely! The Career Fair is open to students from all majors and class levels and is an excellent opportunity for networking and professional development.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf your student is anxious about attending the fair, Andrea Comsa, senior director of career education at C2D2 has some very helpful tips:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPrepare for it.\u0026nbsp;Preparation is key before attending a career fair. Make sure your resume is professional and highlights relevant skills and experiences.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EReview the career fair layout and have a plan.\u0026nbsp;The scale of the fair can be intimidating and overwhelming if you do not have a plan. Use the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/careerbuzz-go\u0022\u003EJobs and Careers\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E app to identify the top 10 companies you want to visit.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EResearch participating companies.\u0026nbsp;Knowing who the participating companies are and what they are looking for is important. Browsing and researching the companies ahead of time can provide a marketable advantage to candidates. A list of companies is available \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech-csm.symplicity.com\/events\/ff918e3b0c15bbeab0e7a777276c32a1\/employers\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E. Find out what positions the participating companies are recruiting for by navigating the list of jobs in CareerBuzz.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EKnow your elevator pitch.\u0026nbsp;Articulating the value you bring and showcasing your skills and experiences can distinguish you as a candidate.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are also a few common mistakes first-timers can make that can be easily avoided:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBe professional. Although this may seem obvious enough, professionalism is more than just attire. \u0026ldquo;Recruiters need to see students as young professionals, not as college students,\u0026rdquo; said Lindsay. Avoid clumping in groups with your friends, and resist the urge to grab all of the free items. \u0026ldquo;Students are attracted to the freebies, but it is not professional to trudge through with a bag full of stuff.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGo early in the day. \u0026ldquo;Recruiters are burned out by the end of the day, and some employers might pack up early,\u0026rdquo; said Lindsay. He recommends getting to the fair as early as possible to catch recruiters when they are most alert and engaged.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFollow Up. \u0026ldquo;Don\u0026rsquo;t wait too long to follow up with the recruiter,\u0026rdquo; said Lindsay. To stand out from the crowd, students should say something memorable\u0026nbsp;that they can refer to in the follow-up, to help recruiters remember the conversation. \u0026ldquo;Take notes after speaking with the recruiters. Ask for their business cards and take notes on the back.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u0026ldquo;If a company is known as an aerospace company, that does not mean they are only recruiting aerospace engineers,\u0026rdquo; said Lindsay. \u0026ldquo;Companies are multi-faceted and need people in many different areas.\u0026rdquo; Lindsay encourages students to treat the fair like a strategic networking event. \u0026ldquo;If the recruiter is not recruiting for the area you\u0026rsquo;re interested in, then ask for a contact in your field. If all else fails, ask for a human resources contact.\u0026rdquo;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDon\u0026rsquo;t forget to encourage your student to participate, even if it feels a little daunting. It\u0026rsquo;s never too early to start their career, and there\u0026rsquo;s no better place to start that journey than at a Georgia Tech career fair. If your student hasn\u0026rsquo;t had time to practice their \u0026ldquo;elevator pitch\u0026rdquo; or work on their resume, don\u0026rsquo;t worry! C2D2 has a number of free workshops hosted throughout the year to help with just that (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/workshops\u0022\u003EC2D2 Workshops\u003C\/a\u003E). And if your student needs to borrow business attire, the Georgia Tech Campus Closet offers free suit rentals. Visit their \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.campuscloset.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ewebsite \u003C\/a\u003Efor more information on how to borrow from their selection of business attire.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Each year the Center for Career Discovery \u0026 Development (affectionately called \u201cC2D2\u201d) hosts two career fairs."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:02:16","changed_gmt":"2018-11-02 15:02:16","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-11-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612355":{"#nid":"612355","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThere is still time! 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The Ph.D. ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, December 14. Master\u0026#39;s candidates will also\u0026nbsp;participate in Commencement on Friday, December 14, at 3 p.m.\u0026nbsp;The bachelor\u0026rsquo;s ceremony will be on Saturday, December 15, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m., with doors opening at 7:30 a.m. We encourage guests to arrive early for general seating. Both\u0026nbsp;bachelor\u0026rsquo;s and Master\u0026#39;s\u0026nbsp;ceremonies are\u0026nbsp;ticketed events. Visit the commencement website,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.commencement.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, for more information.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIn addition, we encourage all parents and their guests to share in the excitement of Commencement with their graduates at the President\u0026rsquo;s Graduation Celebration, held Friday, December 14, from 11 a.m.-1\u0026nbsp;p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. Families and graduates will have an opportunity to take photos with beloved Tech mascots, meet administrators, faculty, and staff, and share in unique traditions that make Georgia Tech such a cherished institution.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech will celebrate Fall Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in December. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:55:24","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:55:24","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612353":{"#nid":"612353","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Halloween Holla 5K Run \u0026 Walk","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Campus Recreation Complex (CRC)\u0026nbsp;is hosting the annual Halloween Holla 5K Run \u0026amp; Walk on\u0026nbsp;Friday, October 26, 2018, at 7:30 a.m.\u0026nbsp;Costumes are encouraged at this event, so all ghosts, ghouls, and walkers are welcome!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERegistration is\u0026nbsp;free and available online through\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mycrc.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Emycrc.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Onsite registration will also be available on race day; however, all participants must register by 7 a.m. All members of the Georgia Tech community are welcome to attend this event, including students, staff, faculty, alumni, and affiliates. Additionally, you do not need to be a member of the CRC to participate.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERace check in will open at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, October 26. Arrive early to increase your chances of winning a Halloween Holla t-shirt! The first 200 students to check in the morning of the event will win a free t-shirt.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERunners and walkers will convene in front of the CRC at 7 a.m. to prepare for the race, which begins at 7:30 a.m. The race will follow the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/about\/facilities#node-244\u0022\u003ETyler Brown Pi Mile\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;through campus. Visit http:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/halloweenholla for more information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Campus Recreation Complex (CRC) is hosting the annual Halloween Holla 5K Run \u0026 Walk on Friday, October 26, 2018, at 7:30 a.m. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:53:14","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:53:14","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612352":{"#nid":"612352","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Spring 2019 Georgia Tech student housing application opens this month for new and returning students. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eonline application\u003C\/a\u003E may be accessed from the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003EDepartment of Housing website\u003C\/a\u003E. Residents who are on campus this fall already have an academic year housing contract which includes both fall and spring semesters, and no action is required for spring housing.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December. Note the following dates before making travel arrangements:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 14, 2018, by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2019\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16, 2018, by noon: Move out for graduating students\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16, 2018, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThese dates were emailed to your student in September to help when end of semester plans are made.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf your student resides with us now or will in the future, we hope that their experience in our housing is positive and promotes academic success. We are available to help by email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) or by phone (404-894-2470) Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBeginning Monday, October 8, 2018, the Assignments Team for the Department of Housing will no longer be in the Smithgall Building. Our new location is in North Avenue Apartments on the east campus in room 126, between\u0026nbsp;the North Avenue Community Restaurant and\u0026nbsp;the turnstile entrance to the complex.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThank you for choosing GT Housing!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Spring 2019 Georgia Tech student housing application opens this month for new and returning students."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:52:27","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:52:27","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612351":{"#nid":"612351","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Learn More About Study Abroad","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDid you know that Georgia Tech regularly adds new faculty-led study abroad programs (programs like the Oxford Summer Program or Georgia Tech \u0026ndash; Lorraine) to better serve student and campus needs? This year several new programs will be added and students can learn more about these opportunities by visiting the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/sa\/fair\u0022\u003EStudy Abroad Fair\u003C\/a\u003E, checking the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E for the most up-to-date programs, and also watching out for \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/news-events\u0022\u003Einformation sessions\u003C\/a\u003E that happen throughout the year.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStudy Abroad Scholarships\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEach year the Office of International Education (OIE) administers nearly $250,000 in study abroad scholarships. Many generous donors who recognize the importance of education abroad make these scholarships possible. To apply for an \u003Cstrong\u003EOIE Administered Scholarship\u003C\/strong\u003E, students should submit an \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/?go=OIEAdministeredScholarships\u0022\u003Eapplication\u003C\/a\u003E by October 15, 2018. Students need only submit one application to apply for six different scholarships. Please note that students will apply in the spring application cycle on \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EAtlas\u003C\/a\u003E and that they can select the appropriate term (i.e.: summer 2019) in the application itself.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to the awards through OIE, there are other study abroad scholarships available. For a list of Georgia Tech and national scholarship opportunities, please visit: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/find_scholarships\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/find_scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you or your student have questions, please contact us at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:scholarships@oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Escholarships@oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"This year several new programs will be added and students can learn more about these opportunities by visiting the Study Abroad Fair, checking the website for the most up-to-date programs, and also watching out for information sessions."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:51:10","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:51:10","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612350":{"#nid":"612350","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Undergraduate Research Is Active Learning","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIf your student wants to apply what they are learning in the classroom in an active setting to gain practical experience, then they should look into doing undergraduate research. It is one of the unique and fulfilling opportunities that Georgia Tech offers students as a leading research university.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMisconception\u003C\/strong\u003E: Undergraduate research is only available if the faculty advertises an opening.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe reality\u003C\/strong\u003E: Few undergraduate research opportunities are initiated by a professor posting an opportunity. The best way for students to get involved in research is to review faculty webpages, journal articles, books, presentations or attend a lecture, and when they find something that excites them, they should contact the professor. Tell faculty that they are really interested in their research, giving specific reasons why, and then request a meeting. If students want more guidance on this, they can talk to their school\u0026rsquo;s undergraduate coordinator at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/undergraduate-coordinators\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/undergraduate-coordinators,\u003C\/a\u003E academic advisor, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/content\/undergraduate-research-ambassador-current\u0022\u003EUndergraduate Research Ambassadors\u003C\/a\u003E or follow some basic guidelines found at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/get-involved\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/get-involved\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMisconception:\u003C\/strong\u003E Students don\u0026rsquo;t have time for undergraduate research because of classes or jobs.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe reality:\u003C\/strong\u003E Undergraduate research is extremely flexible and can be done for course credit or pay.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMisconception:\u003C\/strong\u003E Research is only in labs.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe reality:\u003C\/strong\u003E There are opportunities in every field. Students have worked with faculty on research in a broad spectrum of topics from designing robots that explore other planets to collecting coral samples for evidence of past climates to analyzing the desegregation patterns of cities.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMisconception:\u003C\/strong\u003E Students can\u0026rsquo;t do research until they are juniors or seniors.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe reality:\u003C\/strong\u003E Students can begin research at any time during their undergraduate career.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMisconception: \u003C\/strong\u003EStudents can only do research within their major.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe reality: \u003C\/strong\u003EStudents can do research in any field of study they are interested in at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information on Undergraduate Research at Georgia Tech, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Allyson Tant, Program and Operations Manager, Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"If your student wants to apply what they are learning in the classroom in an active setting to gain practical experience, then they should look into doing undergraduate research."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:49:55","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:49:55","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612349":{"#nid":"612349","#data":{"type":"news","title":"InVenture Prize Opening the Door to Entrepreneurship","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe InVenture Prize has advanced the culture of innovation at Georgia Tech. The past 11 years of InVenture Prize innovations have demonstrated that the path to lifelong entrepreneurship begins with a single step \u0026ndash; entering this groundbreaking competition.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENicknamed \u0026quot;American Idol for Nerds,\u0026quot; the InVenture Prize at Georgia Tech is an interdisciplinary innovation competition open to all undergraduate students and recent graduates of the Georgia Institute of Technology. In 2018, six InVenture Prize finalists took the stage to vie for top spot in the competition that is filmed before a live audience and broadcast to over 3.6 million households.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy Your Student Should Get Involved\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe InVenture Prize has had a long history of success by paving a way for students to get a foothold in the world of entrepreneurship. The competition has birthed startups including:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFireHUD, building devices aimed at protecting firefighters;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWish for WASH, focusing on social entrepreneurship within Africa with its principal product, an inexpensive, portable plastic toilet;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ETitin, focusing on weighted exercise clothing aimed at building strength;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAnemoCheck, enabling the screening of anemia in just a couple of minutes;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBWHealth, redesigning crutches that minimize underarm pain;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ETEQ Charging, making it possible for multiple drivers to plug their cars into a charging queue;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPickAR, utilizing augmented reality to help workers find and pick orders in warehouses;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EInternBlitz, enabling students to find and enables students to apply to more than 12,000 companies for internships.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPast participants in the competition are able to develop mindsets that companies seek to be a part of the new workforce \u0026ndash; the ability to think creatively about solving problems, work successfully in teams, resolve problems from different perspectives, critical thinking skills, and to communicate effectively to a broad audience. Signups for the InVenture Prize started October 1, so if your student is interested in competing, send them to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/inventureprize.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Einventureprize.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E for more information and to register!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"InVenture Prize innovations have demonstrated that the path to lifelong entrepreneurship begins with a single step \u2013 entering this groundbreaking competition."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:48:47","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:48:47","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612348":{"#nid":"612348","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Parents Fund Awards Grants to Student Organizations","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDuring Family Weekend the Georgia Tech Parents Board was able to meet and agreed to award more than $70,000 in grants to 25 different student led organizations through the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/content\/parents-fund-grant-program\u0022\u003EParent Fund Grant Program\u003C\/a\u003E. These events will provide students from all walks of life with lasting memories and help them experience all the great things that Georgia Tech can offer.\u0026nbsp;These events would not be able to occur without your support, so thank you!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile these organizations have received their funding and are off to host events and programming, we still need your support to continue helping Georgia Tech\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.gatech.edu\/about\/creating-next\u0022\u003ECreate the Next\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E. Throughout the year, we support individual students through the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/content\/student-leadership-grants\u0022\u003EStudent Leadership Grant program\u003C\/a\u003E. So please\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.parents.gatech.edu\/give\u0022\u003Emake your donation\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;today so you can to directly impact the lives of students at Georgia Tech\u003Cstrong\u003E. \u003C\/strong\u003ENo donation is too small and all are greatly appreciated.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"During Family Weekend the Georgia Tech Parents Board was able to meet and agreed to award more than $70,000 in grants to 25 different student led organizations through the Parent Fund Grant Program. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:47:35","changed_gmt":"2018-10-04 17:47:35","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-04T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612314":{"#nid":"612314","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Creating Global Leaders: Why Your Student Should Study at Georgia Tech-Lorraine ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/lorraine.gatech.edu\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech-Lorraine\u003C\/a\u003E (GTL) is Tech\u0026rsquo;s European campus located in historic Metz, France, just 90 minutes from Paris by train. The campus welcomes undergraduates of all majors from Tech, as well as other colleges and universities, in the spring, fall, and summer. GTL also offers masters and PhD programs in engineering.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMore than 54 percent of Georgia Tech students have an experience abroad before graduating. GTL is the largest of Tech\u0026rsquo;s study abroad programs and allows students to stay on track towards their degree by taking Georgia Tech courses taught by Georgia Tech faculty, accompanied by the experience of being abroad and a widened world-view. All courses are taught in English, so students attending GTL do not even need to know French!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026ldquo;I always knew that I wanted to study abroad while in college and had a special interest in Europe,\u0026rdquo; said Nataly Granados, an undergraduate in the School of Industrial and Systems Engineering. \u0026ldquo;Looking into the GTL program, it provided me with a central location in Europe and the time to explore many countries I have always wanted to visit. Also, it had course offerings that fit with my degree requirements.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne of the biggest concerns for most parents with a student hoping to study abroad is the cost. While sending your student abroad is not free, it may turn out to be a way to save some money. For out-of-state students, the cost is less expensive than if the student were to remain on the Atlanta campus. For in-state students, tuition is the same, but housing in France is less expensive. Scholarships are available to students attending GTL; students should check the website for details.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESafety and security is a big priority for Georgia Tech-Lorraine staff. Safety precautions taken on campus include: key fob entry for campus buildings, an on-site nurse several times per week, staff advising and attending to students, a Facebook group to help students to plan to travel in groups, and an app that can track a student\u0026rsquo;s location in case of an emergency.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGTL provides a safe yet adventurous environment for students to study and explore. It allows for growth and independence as the students learn to navigate new territory, it teaches the students valuable time management skills as they balance study and travel, and it provides a great addition to resumes that demonstrates a student\u0026rsquo;s ability to adapt to cultural differences.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/lorraine.gatech.edu\/apply\u0022\u003EApplications\u003C\/a\u003E for spring, summer, and fall 2019 are now open. Please contact \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:allie.crain@gtl.gatech.edu\u0022\u003EAllie Crain\u003C\/a\u003E, GTL Outreach Coordinator, with any questions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech-Lorraine (GTL) is Tech\u2019s European campus located in historic Metz, France, just 90 minutes from Paris by train. 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Those roles and skills focus on the \u0026ldquo;uniquely human\u0026rdquo; rather than the purely technical. According to a 2018 Global Human Capital Trends Report (Deloitte Insights), survey respondents predict tremendous future demand for skills such as complex problem-solving (63 percent), cognitive abilities (55 percent), and social skills (52 percent). To navigate today\u0026rsquo;s constantly changing work environment and address cross-disciplinary challenges, students will need to be more team-centric, networked, and agile.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist our students in developing the social skills necessary to be successful at Georgia Tech and beyond.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELeading Edge | One-on-One Leadership Coaching\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\tIn One-on-One Leadership Coaching, students are paired with a trained leadership coach to actively explore and improve their individual and team leadership skills through self-evaluation and feedback from others. They will design and conduct leadership experiments that put your new skills into action and grow their leadership capacity. The time commitment is six one-hour sessions throughout the semester. Encourage your students to foster their personal and professional leadership skills that will apply throughout their education and after graduation. Apply Now! Application deadline is Monday, November 12, at 11:59pm.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMinor in Leadership Studies\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Minor in Leadership Studies is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of leadership theory, skills, and experience through a rigorous and multi-disciplinary program of study. Students will complete the program by applying their knowledge and skills through a project based experiential learning course. The minor is currently comprised of three tracks \u0026ndash; Business, Global Engineering Leadership, and Public Policy \u0026mdash; offered through the Institute for Leadership and Entrepreneurship in the Scheller College of Business, the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and the School of Public Policy.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/minor-leadership-studies-application\u0022\u003EApply Now\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eleadership.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist our students in developing the social skills necessary to be successful at Georgia Tech and beyond."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-03 19:44:20","changed_gmt":"2018-10-03 19:44:20","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"612312":{"#nid":"612312","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Seven Weeks and Counting\u2026 What Now?","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ECan you believe it?\u0026nbsp;We are now in the seventh week of the semester! The transition to college can\u0026nbsp;sometimes be challenging. Our goal at the Center for Academic Success (CAS) is to help your student have an enriched and successful experience, and assist you in finding the balance between guiding your student and supporting their independence. Please visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/parent-guide\u0022\u003Esuccess.gatech.edu\/parent-guide\u003C\/a\u003E for additional information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIt is officially\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003Efeedback\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003Etime \u0026ndash; Midterm\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003EProgress\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003EReports.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;If your student is enrolled in 1000- and 2000-level courses, grades are now available to help assess their progress. The information is timed so that there is still time left in the semester to make adjustments if needed.\u0026nbsp;These grades are meant to advise the student\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;their academic advisor, but do not contribute to a student\u0026rsquo;s GPA or show up on a transcript. Progress report options are S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory, indicating a performance level of D or lower) and should be based on the completion of at least one graded assignment.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDo something with this information.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;Students who would like to do better are encouraged to contact the Center for Academic Success (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Esuccess.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) to find out what they can do to improve their performance. Connecting with a tutor or academic coach, visiting a professor or TA during office hours, or participating in a workshop or study group can help students turn a rough start into a successful finish.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll our services are free to students.\u0026nbsp;In academic coaching, students meet with one of three trained Learning Specialists for 1-on-1 strategizing about student skills and challenges, including time management, study strategies, note-taking, organization, and motivation. This personalized approach to academic success allows students to take further control of their education and align their habits with those goals. Our workshops \u0026mdash; also delivered by learning specialists \u0026mdash; cover a similar range of topics in an interactive group setting, creating the opportunity for reflection, dialogue, and actionable steps. Remind your student that help is available!\u0026nbsp;Appointments may be scheduled online at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/academicsupport.gatech.edu\/TracWeb40\/Default.html\u0022\u003Eacademicsupport.gatech.edu\/TracWeb40\/Default.html\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or the student can come into our office and make an appointment there. Our office is in the\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EClough Undergraduate Learning Commons, suite 283.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Can you believe it? We are now in the seventh week of the semester! The transition to college can sometimes be challenging."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-10-03 19:41:20","changed_gmt":"2018-10-03 19:41:20","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"611088":{"#nid":"611088","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Bicycling at Georgia Tech: What Your Student Needs to Know","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIt has never been safer or more convenient to navigate Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus by bike. In 2016, Georgia Tech was named a Gold level Bike Friendly University, and, in 2017, People for Bikes named PATH Parkway, which connects Midtown and Downtown along the west side of campus, the top new bikeway in the United States. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are many programs to help your child tackle Tech on two wheels:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERent a bike: \u003C\/strong\u003EStudents can take advantage of discounted membership rates for Atlanta\u0026rsquo;s citywide \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/relaybikeshare.com\/\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003ERelay Bike Share\u003C\/a\u003E program. The Georgia Tech program, \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pts.gatech.edu\/bicycling-buzzbike-rentals#node-209\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003EBuzzBikes\u003C\/a\u003E, also offers bicycles for rent by the semester.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPurchase a pre-owned bike: \u003C\/strong\u003EStudents can purchase pre-owned bicycles from \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/StarterBikesGT\/\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003EStarter Bikes\u003C\/a\u003E, an organization run by student volunteers that is dedicated to helping students fix and maintain their bikes. Starter Bikes is open Fridays from 4:00-6:00 PM in the CRC parking deck.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGet a helmet: \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pts.gatech.edu\/bicycling-buzzbike-rentals#node-209\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003EParking and Transportation Services (PTS)\u003C\/a\u003E has helmets available for purchase for $12. Visit their office at 828 West Peachtree.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETake a safety class: \u003C\/strong\u003EHow can your student feel more safe and confident on a bike? Attend one of the monthly bike safety classes at the CRC. Participants learn the rules of the road and tips for being visible, alert, and safe. The class is free to attend and includes giveaways such as lights and helmets.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERegister your bike:\u003C\/strong\u003E The Georgia Tech Police Department (GTPD) can \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/police.gatech.edu\/crime-prevention\/registration\/bicycle-registration\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003Eadd your student\u0026rsquo;s bike to the National Bike Registry\u003C\/a\u003E, a database that allows police departments across the country to contact you if your bike is stolen and recovered. Registration, along with use of a U-lock, will significantly reduce the risk of bicycle theft.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFind your route:\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/@33.7734228,-84.4003534,16z\/data=!5m1!1e3\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003EGoogle Maps\u003C\/a\u003E makes it easy to locate the bike lanes and paths on campus. Students who live off-campus can take advantage of bike lanes that connect to Midtown, West Midtown, and Home Park. Bicycle parking is available outside almost every academic building, and secured bicycle parking is available inside residence halls.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information and the latest news on programs and activities, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/bike.gatech.edu\/\u0022 style=\u0022text-decoration:none;\u0022\u003Ebike.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"It has never been safer or more convenient to navigate Georgia Tech\u2019s campus by bike."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-09-07 16:12:51","changed_gmt":"2018-09-07 16:12:51","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"611073":{"#nid":"611073","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Encourage Your Student to Branch Out. Build a Network. Join SAA.","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Student Alumni Association (SAA) connects our students to an alumni network of more than 140,000 through nationally acclaimed programs and on-campus events. As the largest student organization on campus, SAA offers programs suited for everyone. From 1:1 mentoring, small-group dinner conversation, life skills seminars, company tours, and talks given by experts in their fields, SAA presents a variety of opportunities to meet alumni who have been where our students are now. To join SAA students can make a $10 donation to the organization and become a member, students can then decide how involved they want to be in the organization versus other orgs that have mandatory meetings or commitments. Check out the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtsaa.com\/s\/1481\/alumni\/17\/home.aspx?gid=39\u0026amp;pgid=61\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E for more information on all events and how to encourage your students to join SAA.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAre you a Tech Alumni?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOur alumni love to give back to our students. They donate their time and experiences through SAA to help the organization instill a sense of spirit, pride, and philanthropy in all Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. If you are an alum, you can also get involved! Connect with current Georgia Tech students by mentoring in 1:1 mentoring or our Minute Mentoring program. In addition, if you are a local, then consider hosting a \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.gtalumni.org\/s\/1481\/alumni\/17\/interior-wide.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=21\u0026amp;pgid=11027\u0022\u003EDinner Jacket Event\u003C\/a\u003E. See our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtsaa.com\/s\/1481\/alumni\/17\/interior-wide.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=39\u0026amp;pgid=3157\u0022\u003Enetworking page\u003C\/a\u003E for a list of all the ways you can connect with the students.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Student Alumni Association (SAA) connects our students to an alumni network of more than 140,000 through nationally acclaimed programs and on-campus events."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-09-07 12:05:22","changed_gmt":"2018-09-07 12:05:22","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"611072":{"#nid":"611072","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Health \u0026 Well-Being Opportunities","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENew Leadership Opportunity: Healthy Jackets Peer Education Program\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHealth Initiatives is seeking students to be part of the new peer health education program. Peer educators are student leaders who give presentations on a variety of health topics, design and implement health programs for students, and collaborate with campus partners to create a healthy community. Don\u0026rsquo;t let your student miss out on this great opportunity. For more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/healthyjacket\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/healthyjacket\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFuture Pharmacists Needed!\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStamps Health Services Pharmacy is looking for pre-health students who are interested in a medical or health related career field.\u0026nbsp;The volunteer program is designed to give the individual insight into the operations of a retail pharmacy. For more information and the application, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/services\/pharmacy\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/services\/pharmacy\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAnnual Ski Trip Information Session\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents can celebrate finishing the semester by joining Campus Recreation in Big Sky, Montana for its annual ski trip. Students can learn more about the trip at the information session on September 11 at 6:30 p.m. in CRC, Room 240. For more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/services\/trips\/ski\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/services\/trips\/ski\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECheck in at Fresh Check Day\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFresh Check Day is a celebratory fair-like event promoting mental health and well-being among students on campus. Students chat with their peers, visit booths on different well-being topics, meet staff from on-campus departments and participate in interactive activities. The event is taking place on Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. in the Student Center Ballroom and will have free food, entertainment, and exciting prizes.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGroup Fitness Passes on Sale Now\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Campus Recreation (CRC) offers more than 35 drop-in group fitness classes every week during the semester so students can add variety to their exercise routine. A semester membership to group fitness is available for $73 and can be purchases in person at the member services desk, online at mycrc.gatech.edu, or by calling 404-385-7529.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENew Program Encourages Healthy Relationship with Food\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents can explore their relationship with food, dieting, and body image with Health Initiatives\u0026rsquo; new Intuitive Eating Program. Intuitive eating is an evidence-based non-diet approach that will help you create a balanced and compassionate relationship with food and your body. For more information and the dates of the workshops, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/nutrition\/intuitive-eating\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/nutrition\/intuitive-eating\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELife Skill Building with Adulting Program\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe\u0026nbsp;Adulting series introduces students to life skills that are not taught in the classroom. This fall, this five-week series begins on September 20. Topics being covered this semester include time management, purpose, networking, cooking, and self-branding. Registration is encouraged. To learn more and register, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/adulting\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/adulting\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETwo Opportunities for Students to Learn about Financial Well-Being\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHealth Initiatives is offering two programs to help students take control of their finances: Transit Financial Wellness, an online course, and Foundations of Finance, an in-person five-week course. Students can sign up for Transit anytime online and access the modules using their Georgia Tech account. Students interested in an in-person course can register for Foundations of Finance online. Deadlines to register for the in-person course are September 15 for session one and Oct 26 for session two. To learn more, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/well-being\/finance\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/well-being\/finance\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOpt Outside with Campus Recreation\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECaving, backpacking, bountain biking, or whitewater kayaking are just some of the outdoor instructional adventures your student can participate in with CRC\u0026rsquo;s outdoor recreation program. Spots fill up quick for these trips, so students are strongly encouraged to register early. Registration is done in person at the Wilderness Outpost in the CRC. 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Share these opportunities with your Yellow Jacket to help them get involved on campus and with Health \u0026 Well-Being!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-09-07 12:04:33","changed_gmt":"2018-09-07 12:04:33","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"611071":{"#nid":"611071","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining Information","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EKosher Options are Now Available at Essential Eats in the Student Center Food Court!\u003C\/strong\u003E Just let the server know you would like the kosher meal options and enjoy.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGifts and More: Missing your student? It is never too early to send some love. \u003C\/strong\u003EPre-order birthday cakes or care packages for your student to conveniently pick up from a Georgia Tech Dining Services location.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shop-gatechdining.sodexomyway.com\/\u0022\u003EShop today\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENever pay taxes on food with Dining Dollars! \u003C\/strong\u003EDining Dollars can be added at any time and are tax-exempt funds to use at all Dining locations for food purchases. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mealplan.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EPurchase today!\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAuditions \u003C\/strong\u003Eis open and running! Be sure to let your student know they can try each new concept every week and vote on various food selections they would most like to see featured in the new Campus Center! Best of all-meal swipes are accepted!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStay in Touch\u003C\/strong\u003E through our social media accounts and be aware of foodie events on campus as well as up to date info regarding open locations and updates.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFacebook @gtdining\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTwitter @gtdining\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nInstagram @gatechdining\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"There are lots of things happening at GT Dining: Kosher options now available, opportunities to send your student(s) gifts, and new restaurants now open!Kosher Options are Now Available at Essential Eats in the Student Center Food Court! Just let the serv"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-09-07 12:03:21","changed_gmt":"2018-09-07 12:03:21","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"611070":{"#nid":"611070","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing News","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ENew or returning Georgia Tech students not living on campus this fall who wish to live in student housing for Spring 2019 may apply \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003Eonline\u003C\/a\u003E beginning late September. Residents who are on campus this fall already have an academic year housing contract, which includes both fall and spring semesters, and no action is required for spring housing.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December; however, please note the following dates \u003Cstrong\u003Ebefore\u003C\/strong\u003E making travel arrangements:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 14 by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2019\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16 by noon: Move out for graduating students\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 16 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf your student resides with us now or will in the future, we hope that their experience in our housing is positive and promotes academic success. We are available to help you and\/or your student by phone (\u003Ca href=\u0022404-894-2470\u0022\u003E404-894-2470\u003C\/a\u003E) or in person Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. or by email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E). Thank you for choosing GT Housing!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"New or returning Georgia Tech students not living on campus this fall who wish to live in student housing for Spring 2019 may apply online beginning late September. 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Six Flags Over Georgia will be open exclusively to Georgia Tech students, faculty, staff and guests on Friday, September 14 from 6 p.m. \u0026ndash; midnight.\u0026nbsp;Tickets will be $16 for the first 1000 student tickets, $22 for the next 1000 student tickets, and $28 for all remainign student tickets. Faculty, staff, alumni can purchase tickets for $30! Anyone who is not a Georgia Tech student must purchase a guest ticket. All tickets purchased at the door will be $30\u0026nbsp;(cash or card). Tickets can be purchased here: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/tickets.studentcenter.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/tickets.studentcenter.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E. Please contact \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:atlantalife@scpc.gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eatlantalife@scpc.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E if you have any questions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Six Flags Over Georgia will be open exclusively to Georgia Tech students, faculty, staff and guests on Friday, September 14 from 6 p.m. \u2013 midnight."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-09-07 11:53:06","changed_gmt":"2018-09-07 11:53:06","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"611068":{"#nid":"611068","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe fall is a busy time of year for Yellow Jackets to get settled, meet fellow students, get involved in the different organizations, and plan for the future. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.oie.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EOffice of International Education (OIE)\u003C\/a\u003E seeks to aid in student planning as much as possible and we have two major events coming up to facilitate this\u0026mdash;the Global Internship Resource Expo and the Study Abroad Fair.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis year OIE will host the second annual \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/hg\/events\/610112\u0022\u003EGlobal Internship Resource Expo\u003C\/a\u003E on September 20 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. The Expo will highlight opportunities for students to intern abroad during their time at Tech. Students will be able to interact with internship employers and providers as well as connect with previous Georgia Tech interns through poster presentations. All undergraduate and graduate students interested in interning outside of the U.S. are encouraged to attend!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOIE is hosting the 23\u003Csup\u003Erd\u003C\/sup\u003E Annual Study Abroad Fair on October 2 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. The Fair showcases the wide variety of international opportunities open to undergraduate students like exchanges abroad, faculty-led study abroad programs (like the Pacific Spring Study Abroad Program or the China Summer Program), Global Internships, and more. This is the best chance for students to meet program directors, student alumni from these programs, and get information on how financial aid and scholarships will work when they study abroad. There will be tasty treats and fun raffle prizes. 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Every year, more than 400 companies and 5,000 students attend the fair. Companies attending the fair are hiring co-ops, interns, and full-time positions, with students from all majors and degree types. This year\u0026#39;s fair will be held on \u003Cstrong\u003ESeptember 17-18, 2018\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E, in Georgia Tech\u0026#39;s Campus Recreation Center\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents who want to nail the interview and land the job can prepare by taking advantage of mock interviews, resume blitzes, seminars, etiquette dinners, and workshops, where professionals from business and industry, their college, or Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECenter for Career Discovery and Development\u003C\/a\u003E share their guidance and expertise.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut what advice might students have for other students when it comes to making the most of Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s many face-to-face job search opportunities? How do they manage the pitfalls of personal appearance, the intimidation of the interview, the hazards of the handshake, the night-before nerves? \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.news.gatech.edu\/features\/career-fair-dos-and-donts\u0022\u003ECLICK HERE\u003C\/a\u003E to see tips from students regarding their Career Fair experiences from 2016.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEncourage your students to attend the Career Fair and make the most of their time while they are there. Even if they\u0026rsquo;re not looking for a job right now, the connections they can make during this time can put them in a good position for whenever they decide to start job hunting.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.news.gatech.edu\/2016\/01\/19\/5-tips-avoid-most-common-career-fair-mistakes\u0022\u003ECLICK HERE\u003C\/a\u003E for a bonus article that discusses the \u0026ldquo;\u003Cstrong\u003E5 Tips to Avoid the Most Common Career Fair Mistakes\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The fall Career Fair, hosted by the Center for Career Discovery \u0026 Development (C2D2), is the largest All-Majors Career Fair on Georgia Tech\u0027s campus. 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The Georgia Institute of Technology views the fraternity and sorority experience as a significant opportunity for student learning and involvement. Students involved with fraternity and sorority life build leadership skills, engage in community service and philanthropic efforts, participate in academic success initiatives and join in a wide\u0026nbsp;array of social opportunities that foster the establishment of lifelong friendships built on shared values within their Greek organization.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis year, our fraternity and sorority community\u0026nbsp;celebrates 130 years of history and\u0026nbsp;is now home to 54 chapters! Naturally, this can seem a little overwhelming to students when they consider their options in deciding which chapter is right for them. The fraternities and sororities at Georgia Tech are grouped under four governing boards, each with their own unique recruitment and membership process. The following is a brief overview of each governing board and related recruitment events.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECollegiate Panhellenic Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC) is the governing body for\u0026nbsp;10 sororities:\u0026nbsp;eight National Panhellenic Council (NPC) sororities and two national associate member sororities.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECPC will host formal recruitment for seven NPC sororities August 16-21. Female students interested in joining an NPC sorority are required to register for formal recruitment online at \u003Ca class=\u0022OWAAutoLink\u0022 href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gatechcpc.com\/\u0022 id=\u0022LPlnk198679\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.gatechcpc.com\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; before 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 16. Our two associate member chapters, Alpha Delta Chi and Alpha Omega Epsilon, will host their recruitment period the following week. Visit the \u0026ldquo;Chapters\u0026rdquo; page at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca class=\u0022OWAAutoLink\u0022 href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gatechcpc.com\/\u0022 id=\u0022LPlnk198679\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.gatechcpc.com\u003C\/a\u003E to find out more about the specific times, dates, and locations.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInterfraternity Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing board for Tech\u0026rsquo;s 32 inter\/national fraternities. IFC hosts rush August 16-21, and registration is required. Interested men can find the online form on the IFC website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.fraternity.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ewww.fraternity.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Although registration is required, rush is an informal, relaxed period of time when the chapters host events to meet and get to know potential new members for the fraternity.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMulticultural Greek Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is the governing body for five culturally based and cultural interest fraternities and sororities. The chapters of the MGC coordinate and implement their own new member recruitment processes. MGC will cohost a Welcome Back Dinner on\u0026nbsp;August 24\u0026nbsp;at 7 p.m. which will kick-off their recruitment week. Information about the Multicultural Greek Council and its chapters can be found at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/mgc.gtorg.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/mgc.gtorg.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENational Pan-Hellenic Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is the governing body for seven historically African American fraternities and sororities. There are four fraternities and three sororities in NPHC. The chapters coordinate and implement their own new member process, which is commonly referred to as \u0026ldquo;membership intake.\u0026rdquo; NPHC will cohost a Greek Convocation in early September. Information about NPHC and the member chapters can be found at\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/greek.gatech.edu\/.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you or your student has any questions about the councils or their recruitment and membership intake processes, please contact Fraternity \u0026amp; Sorority Life at 404.894.2002 or visit us online at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.greek.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.greek.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Georgia Institute of Technology views the fraternity and sorority experience as a significant opportunity for student learning and involvement."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-08-13 13:18:50","changed_gmt":"2018-08-13 17:00:59","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-08-13T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-08-13T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"609661":{"#nid":"609661","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Encourage Your Student to Branch Out. Build a Network. Join SAA.","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Student Alumni Association (SAA) connects our students to an alumni network of over 140,000 through nationally acclaimed programs and on-campus events. As the largest student organization on campus, SAA offers programs suited for everyone. From 1-1 mentoring, small-group dinner conversation, life skills seminars, company tours, and talks given by experts in their fields, SAA presents a variety of opportunities to meet alumni who have been where our students are now. To join SAA students can make a $10 donation to the organization and become a member, students can then decide how involved they want to be in the organization versus other orgs that have mandatory meetings or commitments. Check out the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gtsaa.com\/s\/1481\/alumni\/17\/home.aspx?gid=39\u0026amp;pgid=61\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E for more information on all events and how to encourage your students to join SAA.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Student Alumni Association (SAA) connects our students to an alumni network of over 140,000 through nationally acclaimed programs and on-campus events."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-08-13 14:01:53","changed_gmt":"2018-08-13 14:01:53","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-08-13T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-08-13T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"609655":{"#nid":"609655","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of Disability Services","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Office of Disability Services collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create a campus environment that is usable, equitable, sustainable, and inclusive of all members of the Georgia Tech community. Disability as an aspect of diversity that is integral to society and Georgia Tech. If students encounter academic, physical, technological, or other barriers on campus, the Disability Services team is available to collaboratively find creative solutions and implement reasonable accommodations.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some ways in which students can develop self-advocacy and be successful at Georgia Tech:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBe knowledgeable about your disability and how it affects your functioning across domains, cognitively, academically, socially, occupationally, physically, and with independent living. It is also helpful to understand your strengths and weaknesses, compensatory strategies, and learning styles.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESelf-identify, by locating the Office of Disability Services and disclosing your disability through a request for services.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBe able to articulate the accommodations you have been provided to professors.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAsk your disability services coordinator questions when you don\u0026rsquo;t understand something or for help when you run into difficulties. We have strategies and tips to employ and knowledge to help when you need it.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EUse problem-solving with professors to properly implement accommodations and\/or immediately report problems to the Office of Disability Services.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELearn about and utilize support services available on campus (e.g academic coaching, tutoring, counseling center).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDevelop independent living skills.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease reach out to the Office of Disability Services with any questions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EContact Information\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOffice of Disability Services\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n404-894-2563 (Voice); 404-894-1664 (TDD)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.disabilityservices.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Edsinfo@gatech.edu\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nhttp:\/\/www.disabilityservices.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of Disability Services collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create a campus environment that is usable, equitable, sustainable, and inclusive of all members of the Georgia Tech community. 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This summer has brought with it heat, humidity, and a few changes to OIE. OIE is excited to celebrate the inaugural Fall 2018 \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/globalleadership.oie.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGlobal Leadership Living Learning Community\u003C\/a\u003E (GLLLC) cohort for incoming first-year students. The GLLLC is home to 118 students from all backgrounds and majors who are interested in the world around them and problem solving in global contexts. Students live in Perry and Matheson Halls their first year at Georgia Tech, take a fall and spring class together, and explore global Atlanta. Global Leadership student action teams focus on cultural exchange and achieving the UN\u0026#39;s #GlobalGoals.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech is unique in the breadth and depth of international opportunities open to students. Tech provides undergraduate students 120+ different study abroad programs spanning every academic discipline, the chance to do global internships to broaden their professional acumen regardless of level, and the opportunity to internationalize their degrees by participating in the award-winning International Plan. In addition to exploring the globe, students are encouraged to engage with their international student peers not only in classes, student organizations, or in campus housing, but also through programming like the monthly OIE coffee hour, International Education Week, Culture Fest, and alternative break trips. 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More flexibility and more places to use your swipes. In addition to North Ave and Brittain Community Restaurants, meal plan holders can now use their swipes for combos at six locations in the Student Center and the five micro-restaurants in West Village. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mealplan.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EPurchase today!\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGifts and More: \u003C\/strong\u003ESend a hug from home with a Gifts and More package. Pre-order birthday cakes or care packages for your student to conveniently pick up from a Dining Services location.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shop-gatechdining.sodexomyway.com\/\u0022\u003EShop today\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAuditions \u003C\/strong\u003Eis our newest dining location located on the first floor of the student center featuring a variety of rotating pop-up concepts. Each concept in the Auditions collection will feature a unique menu with a fusion of cuisines. Rotating weekly, customers will experience variety, authenticity, and discover new flavors. The menus range from a total vegetarian concept to mashups where east meets west. Customers will be able to provide feedback and vote on various food selections they would most like to see featured in the new Student Center! 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Official move-in days are Saturday and Sunday, August 18-19. Freshmen are invited to move in on Thursday and Friday, August 16-17, so that they can settle in and fully participate in all the welcoming events on campus.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMove-in times, dates, locations, and other details for freshmen can be found at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/news\/freshman-students-move-0\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EFreshman Students Move-In\u003C\/a\u003E, and all other students at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/news\/2018-2019-move-all-non-freshman-students\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E2018 Move in for All Students Who are Not Freshmen\u003C\/a\u003E. On the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/move-in\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMove-in\u003C\/a\u003E page of our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/home\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EHousing website\u003C\/a\u003E, you will find links to other helpful information about the move-in process. Please encourage your student to read this information, also!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe assignment staff for the Department of Housing is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to help you with any questions or concerns. 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We know that this change brings a certain level of uncertainty for both you and your student, but we want to put you at ease: \u003Cstrong\u003EThey got this. You got this. We got this.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne thing you will realize very quickly is that Georgia Tech cares a great deal about the success of your student (see \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.provost.gatech.edu\/educational-innovation\/reports\/lifetime-education\/initiatives\/whole-person-education\u0022\u003EWhole-Person Education\u003C\/a\u003E) while they\u0026rsquo;re at Tech, and giving them the skills to be successful once they\u0026rsquo;ve graduated and start their careers. This is where the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EOffice of Undergraduate Education\u003C\/a\u003E (OUE) comes in. Whether your student needs help with a challenging course; wants to identify an undergraduate research opportunity; or plans to find a co-op or internship position, OUE can help.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIs your student interested in research opportunities, innovation competitions, Living Learning Communities, or campus-wide first-year programs? Check out.. \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/cae.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECenter for Academic Enrichment\u003C\/a\u003E (CAE), which fosters student growth by delivering research and innovation programs, academic seminars, campus-wide engagement programs, LLCs, and other opportunities for students to share ideas, explore possibilities, and take initiative.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDoes your student want to stay proactive with their coursework through 1-to-1 tutoring, Peer-Led Undergraduate Study, or academic coaching sessions? Visit\u0026hellip;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/cas.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECenter for Academic Success\u003C\/a\u003E (CAS), which supports undergraduate students in achieving\u0026nbsp;their academic goals through a range\u0026nbsp;of both personalized and campus-wide initiatives that foster self-regulated learning, enhance academic skills, and create opportunities for leadership and continued development within\u0026nbsp;and beyond\u0026nbsp;Georgia Tech\u0026#39;s rigorous environment.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDoes your student want a more in-depth learning experience and to live in a community of people just like them? They should consider\u0026hellip;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/hp.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EHonors Program\u003C\/a\u003E (HP), which combines the challenging academic standards of one of the world\u0026#39;s finest research universities with the closer student-faculty connections one might expect to find at smaller colleges. Its mission is to create a lively environment where students and faculty members learn from each other through a common commitment to intellectual inquiry, careful analysis, and energetic exchange of ideas.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIs your student interested in sustainable communities, and how they can use their degree to impact the world around them? Check out\u0026hellip;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/sls.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECenter for Serve-Learn-Sustain\u003C\/a\u003E (SLS), which helps students to learn about, serve, and create sustainable communities. SLS advances students\u0026rsquo; knowledge and capabilities to prepare them to address sustainability challenges and interrelated community-level societal needs. SLS programs and services provide exposure to issues, development of foundational knowledge and skills, connection of knowledge and skills to professional practice, and deep learning experiences.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIs your student interested in available careers in their major, internships or co-ops, or pursuing a degree in teaching, law, medicine, or apply for a prestigious fellowship? They need to visit\u0026hellip;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/c2d2.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECenter for Career Discovery \u0026amp; Development\u003C\/a\u003E (C2D2), which provides career education, resources, experiential learning (including GT\u0026rsquo;s co-op and internship programs), employment, and pre-professional opportunities to all GT students. C2D2\u0026rsquo;s vision is to ensure that all students graduate career-ready, which means they are: positioned to launch successfully upon graduation; prepared to navigate their careers effectively; and committed to lifelong learning for professional growth and satisfaction.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe hope that your student will take advantage of these programs and services while they\u0026rsquo;re on campus. Again, congratulations parents \u0026amp; families, and go Jackets!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E*Follow @GTOUE on twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or flickr to stay up-to-date with everything we\u0026rsquo;re doing!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"We know that this change brings a certain level of uncertainty for both you and your student, but we want to put you at ease."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-08-13 13:11:58","changed_gmt":"2018-08-13 13:11:58","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-08-13T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-08-13T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603238":{"#nid":"603238","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Remembering Safety First","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EBefore your student heads off for spring break, parents should discuss the importance of safety while enjoying a week without classes. Many students will head home to be with family and friends or stay on campus to work or just enjoy a week in Atlanta without classes. For those of you who have a student, who will be traveling, consider the following talking points as you discuss his or her travel plans.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlan Ahead\u003C\/strong\u003E: If your student will be traveling, encourage him or her to be aware of the laws at their destination. Ask your student to give you an itinerary of their trip, complete with his or her hotel information as well as when their party should arrive and return.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlcohol Use \u0026amp; Abuse\u003C\/strong\u003E: legal drinking age for the destination, your expectations, using a designated driver, not taking drinks from strangers, not leaving drinks unattended, feeling confident about choosing not to drink\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStaying Healthy\u003C\/strong\u003E: staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen, accessing local medical help\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETravel Safety\u003C\/strong\u003E: not driving when tired; know local traffic laws; know how to access embassies when abroad, and foreign travel customs. During this week, students should also always use the buddy system when possible.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFinances\u003C\/strong\u003E: setting and sticking to a budget, expectations for using or not using a credit card, how to get extra cash in an emergency, and avoid carrying all their money (credit cards, debit cards, checks and cash) in their wallet or purse.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUse LiveSafe\u0026#39;s\u0026nbsp;Safety Map,\u0026nbsp;SafeWalk, and Check-In features \u003C\/strong\u003Eto help\u0026nbsp;keep you and\u0026nbsp;your travel buddies safe.\u0026nbsp; As long as you have connectivity, LiveSafe\u0026nbsp;will work anywhere in the world.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/family\/springbreak\/\u0022\u003EVisit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention\u0026rsquo;s website for tips on Spring Break Health and safety.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Before your student heads off for spring break, parents should discuss the importance of safety while enjoying a week without classes."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:42:48","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 20:22:06","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603278":{"#nid":"603278","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Alternative Service Breaks","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Center for Student Engagement is pleased to announce that the student organization, Alternative Service Breaks (ASB), will host seven ASB trips during spring break, March 17 \u0026ndash; 24, 2018. ASB trips are group-oriented community service trips held during Institute breaks in collaboration with Student Engagement. Each trip includes two student leaders and two staff advisors as well as student participants; the teams represent a diversity of majors, campus engagements, and service experiences as well as staff from different departments across the Institute. This allows ASB to bring together members of the Tech community who may not meet otherwise. In addition to fostering leadership and service, ASB trips emphasize critical reflection and positive group dynamics. Through daily reflection, student leaders encourage participants to deepen their understanding of the trips\u0026rsquo; focus areas, to examine and develop their own leadership style, and to positively contribute the 24\/7 group experience.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe 2018 ASB spring break trip locations and service projects are noted below. ASB is especially excited to expand to the west coast by hosting its first trip to California while also maintaining strong partnerships with sites like Jacksonville, FL where ASB has served each year since 2010. Biloxi, MS (Community Collaborations \u0026ndash; Early Childhood Education)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EConcord, NC (Habitat for Humanity \u0026ndash; Affordable Housing)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EJacksonville, FL (Habitat for Humanity \u0026ndash; Affordable Housing)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EMaryville, TN (Once Upon a Time \u0026ndash; Environmental Preservation)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EOakland, CA (Community Collaborations \u0026ndash; Community Sustainability)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDominican Republic (Outreach 360 \u0026ndash; Teaching English)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ENicaragua (Community Collaborations \u0026ndash; Environmental Education \u0026amp; Preservation)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThese spring break trips are seven of the 12 total trips that ASB will have offered to Tech students during the 2017-2018 academic year; ASB hosted three fall break trips (Asheville, NC; Cherokee, NC; and Columbia, SC); one winter break trip (Port Arthur, TX); and will host one summer break trip in May (Belize).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you live in one the trip areas and\/or are interested in supporting ASB\u0026rsquo;s upcoming trips, please contact Sarah Perkins, Assistant Director for Civic Engagement, at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:sarah.perkins@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Esarah.perkins@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Center for Student Engagement is pleased to announce that the student organization, Alternative Service Breaks (ASB), will host seven ASB trips during spring break, March 17 \u2013 24, 2018."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 18:51:40","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 18:51:40","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603249":{"#nid":"603249","#data":{"type":"news","title":"GT-Shenzhen Campus","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGT-Shenzhen is Georgia Tech\u0026#39;s platform in Asia and we welcome students to exchange to GT-Shenzhen for a semester to earn regular GT course credits and gain cultural experiences. Shenzhen is the \u0026ldquo;Silicon Valley of China\u0026rdquo; with clean air and smart city features. It is adjacent to Hong Kong with inter-city transfers by subway, ferry or shuttle. Please visit our website \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.shenzhen.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.shenzhen.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E for more information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents studying at GT-Shenzhen pay low tuition \u0026amp; fees that are comparable to the in-state rate at GT-Atlanta. US citizen graduate students with GPA of 3.25 or above are eligible to apply for the $2,500 Coulter Scholarship (application deadline is 3\/15 for Summer).\u0026nbsp;Senior undergraduate students can take graduate classes with departmental approval. Complimentary non-credit Chinese language and cultural classes are also available.\u0026nbsp;Students wishing to spend a semester at GT-Shenzhen should email \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:gtshenzhen@ece.gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Egtshenzhen@ece.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E for consultation. Please include your phone number.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"GT-Shenzhen is Georgia Tech\u0027s platform in Asia and we welcome students to exchange to GT-Shenzhen for a semester to earn regular GT course credits and gain cultural experiences. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:55:19","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:55:19","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603248":{"#nid":"603248","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Summer Session at GT!","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIs your student considering taking classes this summer at GT? Students who are currently enrolled at Georgia Tech can take a variety of major-based and general courses throughout the summer term. For students who are unable to take classes on campus, there are a variety of online options as well. Students who take advantage of summer courses save money, experience smaller class sizes, more interaction with faculty, and reduce their overall time to graduate. Additionally, only in summer, students will now pay per credit hour for courses. For more information, please visit:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/summer.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/summer.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E or contact\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:summer@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Esummer@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Students who are currently enrolled at Georgia Tech can take a variety of major-based and general courses throughout the summer term."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:54:05","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:54:05","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603246":{"#nid":"603246","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Minor in Leadership Studies","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELeadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today. Organizations are looking for students who have the ability to collaborate across boundaries, conceptualize new solutions, and motivate diverse teams (2016 Global Human Capital Trends Report \u0026ndash; Deloitte University Press). If your student is interested in intentionally growing and developing their leadership skills while they are at Tech, the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Minor in Leadership Studies is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of leadership theory, skills, and experience through a rigorous and multi-disciplinary program of study. The benefits are simple, yet impactful: add to your technical skills, distinguish yourself from your peers and gain valuable leadership experience. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/minor-leadership-studies-0\u0022\u003EClick here to learn more.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"If your student is interested in intentionally growing and developing their leadership skills while they are at Tech, the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:53:08","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:53:08","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603244":{"#nid":"603244","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Take Back the Night","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EA candlelight vigil dedicated to honoring survivors of sexual violence, including rape and sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. Georgia Tech community members will share their stories of sexual or relationship violence, either through anonymous submission or by reading it at Take Back the Night. This powerful event is focused on supporting and elevating the voices of survivors and educating our community about these issues. Have a story you want to share? Submit your story to \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:voice@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Evoice@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERSVP here - \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/145627626106126\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/145627626106126\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Monday, April 2 at 7 p.m."}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"A candlelight vigil dedicated to honoring survivors of sexual violence, including rape and sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:48:49","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:48:49","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:voice@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Evoice@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["voice@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603242":{"#nid":"603242","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Campus Life Scholarships Available","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Campus Life and Community at Tech Scholarship seeks to recognize and reward students that have positively impacted the Institute community through their leadership, scholarship, and service. The presence of vibrant academic and social communities are essential for quality student life. Consistent with the mission and vision of the Student Center, healthy communities are characterized by cooperation, commitment, diverse perspectives, meaningful connections, mutual respect, belonging, and loyalty. Recipients of this scholarship will successfully demonstrate a purposeful and significant commitment to building campus community and enhancing student life through their role in a new or enhanced program, activity, or initiative.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECampus Services will award five scholarships, in the amount of $6,000 each.\u003Cstrong\u003E Applications must be submitted by March 7, 2018\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor complete information, including selection criteria and applicant requirements, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/campusservices.gatech.edu\/scholarships\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/campusservices.gatech.edu\/scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E .\u003Cem\u003EIf you have any questions or issues, please contact Melissa Moore\u0026nbsp;at\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:melissa.moore@gatech.edu\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003Emelissa.moore@gatech.edu\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cem\u003E.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Campus Life and Community at Tech Scholarship seeks to recognize and reward students that have positively impacted the Institute community through their leadership, scholarship, and service."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:47:48","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:47:48","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EMelissa Moore\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:melissa.moore@gatech.edu\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003Emelissa.moore@gatech.edu\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["melissa.moore@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603240":{"#nid":"603240","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing Information","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Fall 2018 Housing Application for new and returning students is now open at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspxhttp:\/\/admitted.housing.gatech.edu\/home\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMy Housing.\u003C\/a\u003E If your returning student missed the March 4 deadline for guaranteed housing, the online application is still available. Returning students that applied by March 4 will receive an email with a date and time to select their room for Fall 2018. Encourage your student to watch his\/her GT email and take advantage of the opportunity to self-assign for next year. Details for \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/brochures\/rt_sign_up_info_2018.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Esign-up and self-assignment\u003C\/a\u003E were placed in P.O. Boxes and are posted on our \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E in the NEWS \u0026amp; EVENTS column.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMarch is here, and it is time to begin thinking about the end of the semester. Students that plan to move out of a residence hall or switch rooms at the end of the spring semester should check the dates and details in \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/news\/spring-2018-end-semester-room-info\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ESpring 2018 End of Semester Room Info\u003C\/a\u003E on our website before making travel plans.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Department of Housing strives to provide a safe environment that meets students\u0026rsquo; needs and interests and supports their academic success. Don\u0026rsquo;t let your student miss out on the convenience, comfort, and experience of on-campus living next year! Also, watch for the Summer 2018 campus housing sign-up, which begins online April 21, 2018.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Fall 2018 Housing Application for new and returning students is now open at My Housing."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:45:47","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:45:47","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603239":{"#nid":"603239","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Research Option at Georgia Tech","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EWith the Georgia Tech Research Option, students are afforded a unique opportunity for intensive, hands-on research experiences as undergraduates. This opportunity provides students with several semesters of research on one project, culminating in an original thesis or research paper. Research Option students work one-on-one with faculty members; and students are encouraged to present their final work at professional conferences or seek publication.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents who graduate with the Research Option will have opportunities to extend their communication and writing skills, increase their knowledge in a specific area of emphasis, and, depending on the research project, learn either independent research or teamwork skills. Students will be exposed to how research projects are created and sustained and what research within their field of study really entails. While the option appears on the student\u0026rsquo;s transcript as a special designation, the true benefit of the program comes from the immersion in a specific independent research topic, interaction with peers from other disciplines also completing research, and special instruction in small classes on research-related skills and tools.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile the Research Option is open to all students, it is specifically tailored for Academically-track students, those who are considering graduate school, or Professionally-track students, those who are planning a career in research and development. Interested students need to have support from a faculty member to participate in the program. Once a student has faculty support, they must complete the online application.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe currently have 24 schools participating in the program and just his past fall, the new Neuroscience program has joined.\u0026nbsp; The popularity of this program has grown so if your student is interested in receiving this designation, they need to sign up earlier in their Georgia Tech career.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe exact requirements for research option vary by academic unit, however, students typically:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECreate an independent research project and written proposal for the work planned,\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EComplete at least 9 units of undergraduate research (over at least two, preferably three terms),\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ETake a sequence of two 1-hour writing courses in support of various aspects of the option:\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ELMC 4701: Undergraduate Research Proposal Writing offers students support and tools as they write the proposal required for the program (This course requires you take the prerequisite of ENGL 1102.)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ELMC 4702: Undergraduate Research Thesis Writing supports students during their final semester of research as they complete the thesis and present it to the faculty of their school (This course requires you to take the prerequisite of ENGL 1102 and LMC 4701.) , and\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWrite an undergraduate thesis\/report of research on their findings\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor additional information on the Research Option, a list of participating schools, and additional resources, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/research-option\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/research-option\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information on undergraduate research and the research option, email \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:urop@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Europ@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Christopher W. Reaves, Ph.D.  Director of Undergraduate Research and Student Innovation  Allyson Tant  Program and Operations Manager for Undergraduate Research"}],"field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EWith the Georgia Tech Research Option, students are afforded a unique opportunity for intensive, hands-on research experiences as undergraduates. This opportunity provides students with several semesters of research on one project, culminating in an original thesis or research paper. Research Option students work one-on-one with faculty members; and students are encouraged to present their final work at professional conferences or seek publication.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"With the Georgia Tech Research Option, students are afforded a unique opportunity for intensive, hands-on research experiences as undergraduates. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:44:38","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:44:38","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["urop@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603237":{"#nid":"603237","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Managing mid-semester stress","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe mid-point of the spring semester can feel like a particularly stressful time. If your student is feeling overwhelmed, they are far from alone. During this busy time, it is important that students prioritize self-care so that they feel mentally and physically equipped to thrive at Georgia Tech. Here are some ideas for effective stress management:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ERemember that stress isn\u0026rsquo;t all bad. Without some degree of stress, we would not feel motivated to do our work. An optimal amount of stress feels energizing, motivating, and helps us focus on the task at hand.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EToo much stress feels overwhelming. Over-stress can show up physically (e.g., rapid heart rate \u0026amp; high blood pressure, muscle tension, sweating, digestive issues, headaches, fatigue, increased frequency of colds and infections); emotionally (anxiety, irritability, emotional outbursts, restlessness, concentration difficulties, forgetfulness, pessimism); and behaviorally (avoidance, social withdrawal, conflict, sleeping problems, loss of appetite, increased use of substances).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf any of the signs of over-stress are present, regard them as important information that something needs to change. Try:\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EReaching out for social support\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EAttending to The Big 3: sleep, diet, exercise.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EBuilding in fun \u0026ndash; but not in a way that facilitates procrastination.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESpeaking of procrastination, the avoidance of stressors is a common response to stress \u0026ndash; that tends to cause more stress. Here are some suggestions for overcoming procrastination:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cem\u003EExcuse: \u0026ldquo;I can\u0026rsquo;t get motivated.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\tAction comes first, motivation follows. Plan to give yourself a reward for performing the behavior you intend. When all else fails, tell yourself to just \u0026ldquo;do just 10 minutes.\u0026rdquo;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cem\u003EExcuse: \u0026ldquo;It seems overwhelming. \u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cem\u003EI don\u0026rsquo;t know where to start.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\tMake an outline and break it down into smaller tasks. Ask yourself: \u0026ldquo;What\u0026rsquo;s the first step?\u0026rdquo; Identify starter tasks (and combine with the \u0026ldquo;10 minute\u0026rdquo; strategy.) Remember that perfect is the enemy of the good \u0026ndash; and the finished.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cem\u003EExcuse: \u0026ldquo;I keep engaging in avoidance and distractions.\u0026rdquo; \u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\tEliminate distractions and time wasters. Use your distractions (e.g., social media) as time-limited rewards. Tackle the most difficult part first.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf these strategies are not enough, remember that the Counseling Center is here to help. We provide \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.counseling.gatech.edu\/content\/life-skills-workshops\u0022\u003ELife Skills workshops\u003C\/a\u003E and other counseling services designed to support students through stressful times. Please visit counseling.gatech.edu for additional information about our programs and services.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Dr. Erin English, Georgia Tech Counseling Center"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The mid-point of the spring semester can feel like a particularly stressful time. If your student is feeling overwhelmed, they are far from alone."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:41:49","changed_gmt":"2018-03-05 15:41:49","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-03-05T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"603233":{"#nid":"603233","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Mid-term Progress Reports","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EYour student recently received mid-term progress report grades for any 1000- and 2000-level courses. For some students, this is a great affirmation that they are on the right track. For others, it is a warning that they need to do something different. Regardless of where your student is, we are six weeks into the semester, and there is still enough time to turn things around and meet your goals.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGenerally speaking, a grade of Satisfactory (S) indicates a performance at the level of C or better; a grade of Unsatisfactory (U) indicates a performance at the level of D or F. Please know that an instructor may assign a U to indicate possible trouble (because of poor attendance or low quiz grades), even for students who are not yet failing.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat should your student do if they have a midterm U?\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESchedule an appointment with their academic advisor. The advisor will help the student figure out next steps. The advisor will require that your student visit if your student has \u003Cem\u003Emore than one mid-term U\u003C\/em\u003E. Sometimes students are tempted to ignore this, but this is a bad idea. They should see the advisor as soon as possible in order to avoid registration holds. An advisor can also advise students regarding the consequences of dropping a class.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EYour student should use campus resources:\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EMeet with professor\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EMeet with Teaching Assistant (TA)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EGo to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/progress-reports-faq\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/progress-reports-faq\u003C\/a\u003E to learn more about all coaching and tutoring programs.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EOther campus resources that may be of value to your student are the Learning Assistance Program, Communications Center, Counseling Center, and the Center for Career Discovery and Development. Click on the various links at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/progress-reports-faq\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/progress-reports-faq\u003C\/a\u003E for additional information.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EParticipate in online or in-person workshop. For a list of upcoming in-person workshops, go to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/workshop-registration-0\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/workshop-registration-0\u003C\/a\u003E or go to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/success-workshops\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/success-workshops\u003C\/a\u003E for online workshops.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEncourage your student to use the free services that are available to help them achieve their goals. Are they unsatisfied with a grade? The Center for Academic Success can help! Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.success.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E to learn more or have your students stop by The Center for Academic Success, located in Clough Commons in Room 283, is open throughout the week and even on Sundays. Encourage your student to stop by and maximize their potential!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Center of Academic Success"}],"field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EYour student recently received mid-term progress report grades for any 1000- and 2000-level courses. For some students, this is a great affirmation that they are on the right track. For others, it is a warning that they need to do something different. 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This year\u0026rsquo;s theme, \u0026ldquo;What is Happiness?\u0026rdquo; was chosen with input from faculty, staff, and students. In Spring 2018, Project One is hosting two events designed to get students thinking actively about their own happiness and well-being.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat do Happiness \u0026amp; Sustainability Mean to You?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003EWhat is the connection between happiness and sustainability\u0026mdash;and how can we apply this connection to the Georgia Tech community? Students are invited to join us for a workshop hosted by Scott Cloutier as we consider what happiness and sustainability mean for Georgia Tech, and how students can create a happier, more sustainable Tech community. We will discuss how happiness and sustainability are intertwined, how students might explore happiness through sustainability in their own lives, and what the happiness-sustainability connection means for Georgia Tech. The workshop will be on Thursday, March 1, 11-11:45 a.m. in the Clough Lounge.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Second Annual Project One Film Scramble\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;will also kick-off this spring. The Film Scramble is a timed filmmaking competition in which Georgia Tech undergraduates are challenged to create short films\u0026mdash;from concept to completion\u0026mdash;in one high-paced, caffeine-fueled weekend. Films can be any genre\u0026mdash;science fiction, horror, romance, comedy, documentary\u0026mdash;as long as the theme of your film is \u0026ldquo;happiness.\u0026rdquo; Filmmakers will be given a prop and a line of dialogue to be included in their short film masterpiece. Films must not run more than three minutes in length. Selected films will be on the big screen at the premiere event on April 11 at the Student Center Theater.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/projectone.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eprojectone.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Each year, Project One invites undergraduate students to participate in a series of events and activities centered around a theme."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 20:03:10","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 20:03:10","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601974":{"#nid":"601974","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Center for Academic Success","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Center for Academic Success supports students by providing peer tutoring, learning support courses and events, and 1-on-1 academic coaching. During those coaching sessions, students receive advice and strategies from our Learning Specialists on setting and achieving academic goals while overcoming challenges related to time management, motivation, study habits, test taking, and other skills.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the past six months, the Center has added three full-time staff members, providing essential services to a wider range of Georgia Tech students. With the addition of new staff, we can now offer Academic Coaching without appointments every Tuesday from 1 \u0026ndash; 7 p.m., allowing more students to access our resources. For more information on this development and all of our services, please visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Esuccess.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Center for Academic Success supports students by providing peer tutoring, learning support courses and events, and 1-on-1 academic coaching. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:32:46","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 20:01:09","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601982":{"#nid":"601982","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Spring 2018 Commencement  and Commencement Fair","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpring 2018 Commencement Fair\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGraduating students and their parents are invited to Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Commencement Fair, a one-stop-shop for all graduation needs. The event will be in the Student Center Ballroom on Tuesday, March 6, from 9 a.m. \u0026ndash; 4 p.m.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information and a list of our participating vendors, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/commencement-fair\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/commencement-fair\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpring 2018 Commencement \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech will celebrate its 255th Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in May. The bachelor\u0026rsquo;s commencement will be on Saturday, May 5, and split into two ceremonies based on students\u0026rsquo; majors. To view the times and major divisions for each ceremony, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/schedule\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/schedule\u003C\/a\u003E. Both undergraduate ceremonies will be ticketed events. We encourage guests to arrive early for general seating.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Ph.D. and master\u0026rsquo;s ceremony will take place Friday, May 4. We encourage guests to arrive early for general seating.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, we encourage all parents and their guests to share in the excitement of Commencement with their graduates at the President\u0026rsquo;s Graduation Celebration. Held on Friday, May 4, from 11 a.m. \u0026ndash; 1 p.m. on Tech Tower lawn (rain location \u0026ndash; Student Center), families and graduates will have an opportunity to take photos with beloved Tech mascots, meet administrators, faculty, and staff, and share in unique traditions that make Georgia Tech such a cherished institution. For more information about Commencement, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.commencement.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech will celebrate its 255th Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in May. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:44:59","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:44:59","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601981":{"#nid":"601981","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Pi Mile 5K Road Race ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ERegistration for the 46\u003Csup\u003Eth\u003C\/sup\u003E\u0026nbsp;Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5k Road Race is officially open. The 2018 race will take place on Saturday, April 21, 2018.\u0026nbsp;Runners will weave through Tech\u0026rsquo;s beautiful campus and celebrate their accomplishment with a post-race party on Tech Tower Lawn. \u0026nbsp;The Pi Mile continues to be one of the\u0026nbsp;longest continually held 5Ks in the city of Atlanta.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBe a part of this fun 3.141592 tradition\u0026hellip;come out and enjoy all of the Pi Mile\u0026rsquo;s race day activities \u0026ndash; music, food and hanging out with Buzz.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.gtalumni.org\/s\/1481\/alumni\/17\/interior-wide.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=21\u0026amp;pgid=7999\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERegister now\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to take advantage of early bird pricing.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Registration for the 46th Annual Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5k Road Race is officially open. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:43:38","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:43:38","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601980":{"#nid":"601980","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining Services Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESay \u0026ldquo;I Love You\u0026rdquo; with a Special Gift from Home\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EShop our secure e-commerce site for a Valentine\u0026rsquo;s Day tokens of love. We will notify your student when their special order is available for pick-up, and we will even include a customized note. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shop.gatechdining.com\/gifts-more\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EShop today.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAuntie Anne\u0026rsquo;s \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe are Excited to Announce that your student may now use Dining Points and Buzzcard Funds at Auntie Anne\u0026rsquo;s, located in the Student Center Commons!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Announcing new Dining Points and Buzzcard Funds locations and Say \u0022I Love You\u0022 with a special gift from home."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:41:55","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:41:55","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601979":{"#nid":"601979","#data":{"type":"news","title":"The Leading Edge","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELeadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today. Organizations are looking for students who have the ability to collaborate across boundaries, conceptualize new solutions, and motivate diverse teams (source: 2016 Global Human Capital Trends Report, Deloitte University Press). Your student should consider applying to Leading Edge (One-on-One Leadership Coaching) for the 2018 Fall Semester, sponsored by Leadership Education and Development (LEAD). Leading Edge will allow them to actively explore and improve their individual and team leadership skills through practice and critical reflection, challenge themselves to be a better leader, and develop their leadership vision. It also can help to foster personal and professional leadership skills your student will apply throughout their education and after graduation. For more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eleadership.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. 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Visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003Ehousing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to see all that the Department of Housing has to offer and be sure to go to the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/housing-options\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EHousing Options\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003Etab to read about and virtually tour each of our resident halls.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EReturning students who apply for 2018-2019 Academic Year housing by March 4, 2018, are guaranteed housing and may participate is the room self-assign process. Parents, encourage your student to monitor his\/her Georgia Tech email, the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003Ehousing website\u003C\/a\u003E, and their Tech P.O. Box for information, updates, and brochures about the application and room self-assign processes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAny time you or your student have questions about campus housing or need assistance with an application, our assignment staff is ready to help. You may contact us by phone (404-894-2470) or email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022 title=\u0022Ctrl+Click or tap to follow the link\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"It is time for returning students to plan for 2018-2019 Academic Year campus housing. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:37:10","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:37:10","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601976":{"#nid":"601976","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Summer Session at Georgia Tech!","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIs your student considering taking classes this summer at Tech? Students who are currently enrolled can take a variety of major-based and general courses throughout the summer term. 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For more information, visit:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/summer.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/summer.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E or contact\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:summer@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Esummer@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Students who are currently enrolled can take a variety of major-based and general courses throughout the summer term."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:36:01","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:36:01","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:summer@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Esummer@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":[" summer@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"601975":{"#nid":"601975","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe spring semester is a busy time for the Office of International Education (OIE) with many deadlines. Students who are interested in studying abroad during Summer 2018, Fall 2018, or Academic Year 2018-2019 should make sure to submit their application materials before the deadline since many deadlines occur in early February. For full details and information, please visit our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/atlas.gatech.edu\/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.SimpleSearch\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the start of the spring term, the study abroad scholarship season for summer and academic year\/fall begins. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/oie-administered-scholarships\u0022\u003EOIE Administered Scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E deadline is \u003Cstrong\u003EFebruary 15, 2018. \u003C\/strong\u003EThere are also many Georgia Tech and national study abroad scholarship deadlines in March and April, including:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/ce.gatech.edu\/academics\/mundy\/apply\u0022\u003EMundy Study Abroad Funds\u003C\/a\u003E for civil and environmental engineering majors;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.gilmanscholarship.org\/applicants\/application-overview\/\u0022\u003EGilman Scholarship\u003C\/a\u003E for students who receive a Pell Grant;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.iie.org\/en\/Programs\/Freeman-ASIA\/Apply\u0022\u003EFreeman ASIA\u003C\/a\u003E scholarship for students studying in Asia;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/inta.gatech.edu\/current-students\/career-counseling\/fellowships\/coca-cola\u0022\u003ECoca-Cola First-Generation Mobility Scholarship\u003C\/a\u003E;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/modlangs.gatech.edu\/study-abroad\/campoamor-scholarship\u0022\u003ECampoamor Scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E for students studying on an \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/modlangs.gatech.edu\/study-abroad\/campoamor-scholarship\u0022\u003ELBAT\u003C\/a\u003E;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.diversityabroad.com\/partner\/diversity-abroad\/scholarships?scholarship=diversity-network-summer-scholarship\u0022\u003EDiversity Abroad Scholarship\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENow is a great time for Atlanta students to get started on finding a global internship for the fall, as the search for summer internships is already in full swing. All Georgia Tech students are eligible to do a global internship (this includes undergraduate and post-graduate students; domestic and international students). To sign up for the bi-monthly newsletter and learn about the global internship opportunities with Tech, visit: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/gip\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/gip\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The spring semester is a busy time for the Office of International Education (OIE) with many deadlines. 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Students are encouraged to stay home if experiencing flu symptoms and remain out of class until they are fever-free for at least 24 hours. Faculty have been asked to be flexible so students who are sick with the flu do not come to class and continue to spread the virus.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStamps Health Services is still providing flu shots. A free student flu shot clinic will be held Wednesday, February 7 from 9am - 3pm at Stamps Health Services. More information can be found at: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/flu\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/flu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELate last week a health advisory email was sent to students advising them of a rise in flu cases on campus and how to best protect themselves. Students are encouraged to stay home if experiencing flu symptoms and remain out of class until they are fever-free for at least 24 hours. Faculty have been asked to be flexible so students who are sick with the flu do not come to class and continue to spread the virus.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Late last week a health advisory email was sent to students advising them of a rise in flu cases on campus and how to best protect themselves. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:30:16","changed_gmt":"2018-02-06 17:30:16","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-02-06T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EJessica Kolis, MPH, CHES\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nCommunications Manager, Health \u0026amp; Well-Being\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\ncomms@health.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["comms@health.gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"600626":{"#nid":"600626","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Collegiate Recovery Program ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Collegiate Recovery Program, offered through the Georgia Tech Counseling Center, provides a safe and welcoming community for students in recovery from substance use disorders. Recovery is about more than just abstaining from alcohol and other drugs; a strong recovery program requires a complete lifestyle change that improves physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The Collegiate Recovery Program offers holistic programming that helps students develop life skills that their addiction caused them to neglect. An important part of recovery is learning how to take time for self-care. In addiction, and in the stress of college, it is easy to make everything a priority except yourself. Self-care is not self-indulgent; making the time to take care of yourself while a college student can be difficult, but is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. When self-care is no longer neglected, it promotes a healthy relationship with yourself, a work\/school life balance, stress management and better physical and mental health. The new year is an opportunity to make a commitment to self-care and achieve balance throughout the semester ahead. There are many self-care practices that are easy to implement into your daily routine. Physical self-care can be as simple as listening to your body and taking the time to exercise, eat healthy and get enough sleep. Self-care also goes beyond the physical and involves implementing practices that encourage emotional and psychological health. Emotional self-care practices start with practicing self-love. Using positive affirmations and enforcing boundaries allows you to learn how to say yes to yourself and your needs. Journaling, reading a book, turning off your cell phone and taking part in an activity you enjoy, are all practices that foster healthy wellbeing.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information visit, http:\/\/counseling.gatech.edu\/content\/collegiate-recovery-program or email Christina.owens@studentlife.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Collegiate Recovery Program, offered through the Georgia Tech Counseling Center, provides a safe and welcoming community for students in recovery from substance use disorders."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-01-10 18:26:15","changed_gmt":"2018-01-11 15:39:56","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-01-10T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-01-10T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["christina.owens@studentlife.gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"600659":{"#nid":"600659","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech Dining Services ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGet Ready to Swipe at the Food Court\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIncreasing Meal Plan value and convenience, students may use a meal swipe all day inside of the Student Center Food Court at Essential Eats, Simply to Go, Simply Sustainable Salad and Soup Bar, and for beverages and snacks beginning on January 8! (Available during standard operating hours. Visit Gatechdining.com to view hours of operation).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpring into a culinary adventure with a meal plan\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudent meal plans are thoughtfully designed to stimulate healthy living and quality of life. Your student will have access to multiple dining facilities campus wide, that help fuel bodies and brains for a vigorous academic performance; and serves as a place to relax and chill with friends. Use a meal swipe at three community restaurants, and for purchases valued up to $10 at West Village- micro restaurants, and in the heart of campus at the Student Center Food Court. Wait no more, purchase today to ensure your student is ready to thrive at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAuntie Anne\u0026rsquo;s New to Campus\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELast semester Auntie Anne\u0026rsquo;s joined the GT Dining campus team. Visit Auntie Anne\u0026rsquo;s located inside of the Student Center Commons during your next campus visit.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPut the Icing on the Cake for all Birthdays\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPre-order your student\u0026rsquo;s birthday cake or cupcakes through the campus Village Bakery. It\u0026rsquo;s really simple. Order online at Gatechdining.com\/shop, and we will notify your student to pick-up. We will even include a special note. Text GTDining to 82257 to receive exclusive promotions for our Gifts and More website.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Learn more about Spring meal plans, new restaurants in the Student Center, and ways to order cakes or cupcakes for your student! 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The Georgia Tech Department of Housing hopes that you and your student had a restful and enjoyable winter break.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlthough it is only January, it is time to make plans for the 2018-2019 Academic Year. The fall housing application for returning students opens Friday, January 26. Parents, encourage your student to monitor his\/her GT email, the housing website, and their Tech P.O. Box for information, updates, and brochures about the application process.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnytime you or your student have questions about Georgia Tech campus housing or need assistance with an application, our assignment staff is ready to help. Contact us by phone (404-894-2470), email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E), or visit our website (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ehousing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Georgia Tech Department of Housing hopes that you and your student had a restful and enjoyable winter break. 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Please follow the blog to learn more about student\u0026rsquo;s international experiences: http:\/\/pwp.gatech.edu\/ramble-abroad-blog\/. We hope you enjoy learning about student experiences as much as we do. Below is a short article from a summer 2017 study abroad student who received the Freeman ASIA Scholarship for her study abroad experience.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026ldquo;Hi, my name is Sabrina! I am a third-year biomedical engineer with a minor in Chinese. I am from Baltimore, MD and enjoy spending my free time watching television and movies, exploring Atlanta, and baking new dessert recipes.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EI was fortunate enough to be accepted to the China LBAT program this past summer. It was my first time travelling to China and I was very excited to put to practice the vocabulary and grammar structures I had spent the past nine years learning. When some of the scholarships I was awarded for the LBAT explained that a follow-up service project must be completed upon my return to school, I thought creating a unique video highlighting my time in China would be the perfect blend of my love for photography and scholarship requirements.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGathering the footage for the video was very easy; I took over a thousand photos and videos combined while abroad. The most difficult part was picking which were my favorites to showcase in the video. One of my friends from the LBAT was kind enough to let me record some of her thoughts about the program, which ended up being the introduction to my video. After a lot of time spent editing and re-editing, I think the end product is a good indicator of the incredible adventure I had with all my new friends from the program. I hope you enjoy my video and consider applying to your own study abroad program!\u0026rdquo; https:\/\/youtu.be\/OXE4ZMaBc8E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOffice of International Education Upcoming Dates\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudy Abroad 101 January 16, from 11 a.m. - noon (Student Center #301) These sessions are intended to give more in-depth information about international opportunities and how to begin narrowing down a student\u0026rsquo;s program choices. This session will focus on students wanting to learn more about exchanges.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EHow to Afford Study Abroad January 18, from 11 a.m. \u0026ndash; noon (Savant #308)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EInternational Opportunities Open House, January 23, from 11 a.m. - noon in the Student Center\u0026rsquo;s Crescent Room. 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They are the first to know about the latest health and well-being happenings on campus and have access to information, tools, and resources to help them and their colleagues lead a healthier lifestyle. Being an activator will also help your student gain relevant skills and grow their peer, professional, and cross-campus network. Students can find out more information and apply to become Activator at healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/WBA. The deadline to apply is January 17!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E- \u003Cstrong\u003EAdulting Series:\u003C\/strong\u003E This four-part series helps your student nurture essential life skills. The four sessions will cover topics including saving for spring break; healthy cooking; personal, family and community purpose; and building professional relationships. 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Students can find out more information and register at crc.gatech.edu\/lifeguard-certification.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt is also cold and flu season! If your student has not already received their flu shot, additional flu shot clinics will take place on January 17 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the second floor of Stamps Health Services. Your student can also make an appointment at Stamps Health Services to get their flu shot. To schedule an appointment, your student can use our online portal: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/appointments\u0022\u003Ehealth.gatech.edu\/appointments\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of Health \u0026 Well-Being has a number of new offerings for your student this spring semester! 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The annual event, hosted by the Center for Career Discovery and Development (C2D2), will run from 9:30 a.m. \u0026ndash; 4 p.m., providing more than 100 employers with the opportunity to recruit current Georgia Tech students and alumni for co-op, internship, and full-time positions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlease note\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBuzzCard\/GT ID is required for admission\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents do NOT register for the event\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents are expected to wear business attire\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe Campus Closet is available to students who need business attire: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/campuscloset.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/campuscloset.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents should bring copies of their resumes\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Spring All-Majors Career Fair will be on Thursday, January 25, 2018, in the McCamish Pavilion."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2018-01-10 18:31:50","changed_gmt":"2018-01-10 18:31:50","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-01-10T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2018-01-10T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"599510":{"#nid":"599510","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing Information","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResident Advisor and Peer Leader Positions \u0026ndash; Encourage Your Students to Apply for 2018-2019\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Department of Housing is looking for new Student Leaders in Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Residence Halls!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe have a total of 287 Resident Advisors and Peer Leaders serving our students in our residential communities.\u0026nbsp;The function of the Student Staff Member (SSM) position is to work with residents to facilitate and develop a community environment within residence halls, which will contribute to the intellectual, social, and cultural growth of their residents, which will result in increased academic success and retention for these participants. The SSM works closely with the Hall Director in order to maintain a level of consistency both within the area and within the department. The student staff position requires dedication, flexibility, commitment, and enthusiasm as the staff member will actively respond to the changing needs and situations with residents. The SSM works directly with the Hall Director and receives additional direct supervision and training from the Hall Director and department.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe application is available until Wednesday, January 17, 2018. For more information, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/residents-job-opportunities\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/residents-job-opportunities\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Department of Housing is looking for new Student Leaders in Georgia Tech\u2019s Residence Halls!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:42:45","changed_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:42:45","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"599509":{"#nid":"599509","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Minor in Leadership Studies","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELeadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today. Organizations are looking for students who have the ability to collaborate across boundaries, conceptualize new solutions, and motivate diverse teams (2016 Global Human Capital Trends Report \u0026ndash; Deloitte University Press). If your student is interested in intentionally growing and developing their leadership skills while they are at Tech, the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Minor in Leadership Studies is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of leadership theory, skills, and experience through a rigorous and multi-disciplinary program of study. The benefits are simple, yet impactful: add technical skills, distinguish yourself from your peers and gain valuable leadership experience.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EInterested? \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/minor-leadership-studies-application\u0022\u003EApply now\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/minor-leadership-studies-0\u0022\u003EQuestions \/ More Information\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Leadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:41:59","changed_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:41:59","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"599508":{"#nid":"599508","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Midnight Breakfast","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ETo help cope with the stresses of finals week, students should really take some time to relax and recharge by getting a bite to eat. On Monday, December 11, from 9 p.m. to midnight in the Student Center Food Court, the Georgia Tech faculty and staff will serve a free breakfast! While it may not be exactly like home, Midnight Breakfast helps provide the nourishment and support needed while studying for final exams. From 7 - 10 p.m., find relaxing activities on the third floor of the Student Center. FREE massages, therapy puppies, inflatables, Nerf gun games, and more!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nPlease inform your students about this free event and encourage them to come for a fun, food-filled time amidst all the studying. Student must present their Buzzcard for admittance to this event. To avoid overcrowding, students are requested to reserve a time slot. The time slots are available at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/orgsync.com\/135737\/news_posts\/253557\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/orgsync.com\/135737\/news_posts\/253557\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EThis event is made possible by the \u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/securelb.imodules.com\/s\/1481\/parents-2\/parents-index.aspx?sid=1481\u0026amp;gid=2\u0026amp;pgid=432\u0026amp;cid=1129\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EParents Fund for Student Life \u0026amp; Leadership\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003E, the Student Center Programs Council, and Campus Services BuzzFunds.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"To help cope with the stresses of finals week, On Monday, December 11, from 9 p.m. to midnight in the Student Center Food Court, the Georgia Tech faculty and staff will serve a free breakfast! 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I was relieved to be out of an airplane seat, but as I rode across the iconic Bandra-Worli Sea Link Bridge in a taxi, I was filled with a sense of impending doom. \u0026ldquo;What am I doing here? This is a huge mistake,\u0026rdquo; I thought to myself. I would come to India as a Fulbright-Nehru Scholar and would now be spending the next nine months living and working at a government research lab. Despite some previous global travel, the reality of living abroad for so long without my family and friends nearby was overwhelming. However, I knew that, in my experience, temporary discomfort while abroad is usually part of a meaningful experience. And so, I hung with it. Now, as I go into my last month of working in India, I can conclude the experience I had while here was well worth the initial discomfort. Based on my time living and working abroad, I have a few reasons I am glad I participated in a global internship, which are also reasons you should consider pursuing one.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst is the opportunity to gain global experience for a marketplace that is increasingly globally interconnected. The realities of living, working, and conducting business in another country become very real through a global internship. When someone wants to talk about the logistical constraints of India, I know firsthand what that looks like. When someone wants to talk about the emerging middle class in India, I know them, because I lived next door to them for nine months. These constraints and emerging economies will define the future challenges and opportunities for many global companies. Working abroad and having that experience certified through Tech\u0026rsquo;s Global Internship Program shows companies that you have what it takes to engage and succeed in a global marketplace. Not to mention it is a tremendous competitive advantage to have this on your resume in that line of 30 people interviewing at the fall career fair.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile the professional gains of working abroad are tremendous, they are dwarfed by the second reason you should consider a global internship \u0026mdash; personal growth. When you immerse yourself in a culture that is different from your own, you become a master of observation. All the sights, sounds, smells, and behaviors are new. Your \u0026ldquo;cultural norm\u0026rdquo; compass has to be completely recalibrated. This starts an interesting process wherein you ask the question, \u0026ldquo;Why?\u0026rdquo; of almost everything you observe. What is most interesting about this process is that inevitably you shift from asking \u0026ldquo;Why?\u0026rdquo; of everything around you to asking \u0026ldquo;Why?\u0026rdquo; of yourself. Why do I believe this? Why do I value that? Why am I pursuing this career? In India, I have come to a much fuller understanding of not only India culture, but also of myself by wrestling with why I am the way, I am and why my Indian friends are the way, they are. It is not a matter of right and wrong, but a matter of deeply held, often completely unrealized, values. Ultimately, the more in touch you are with these values in yourself and others, the better your decision-making and leadership.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe final and, perhaps, for some people, most compelling reason is simple: make money while being abroad. My salary while working in India was measly by U.S. standards. However, in India I was quite wealthy. So wealthy, in fact, that I travelled to Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, Mussoorie, Haridwar, Agra, Rishikesh, and Pench National Park collecting loads of memories along the way. While all your friends are paying thousands to study abroad or travel independently, you could be getting paid to be abroad. If nothing else this shows potential employers that you are indeed a Helluva\u0026rsquo; Engineer.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"By: Aaron Bivins (Environmental Engineering Doctoral Student)"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"After a 20-hour journey spanning 2 days, I was finally on the ground in Mumbai, India. I was relieved to be out of an airplane seat, but as I rode across the iconic Bandra-Worli Sea Link Bridge in a taxi, I was filled with a sense of impending doom."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:39:09","changed_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:39:09","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"599506":{"#nid":"599506","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Staying Focused During Finals","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EBoth finals and winter break are right around the corner. For most Georgia Tech students, this means focus is at a minimum when it needs to be at a maximum. Its crunch time as professors try to fit everything in before the end of the semester, but in the midst of schoolwork, dreading finals, and anticipating a break, how can students stay focused?\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EResearch completed by the Office of Institutional Research and Planning found that \u003Cem\u003EGeorgia Tech students who frequently visit the Campus Recreation Center (CRC) have higher GPAs and are more likely to return to Georgia Tech the following year\u003C\/em\u003E. The study also concluded that those who never visited the CRC represented a significant portion of students who had the lowest grade point averages and, more importantly, did not continue school at Georgia Tech! While there are a number of influential factors in the academic performance of our students, data analysis indicates, \u0026ldquo;that the difference in retention rates are not due to chance alone \u0026ndash; frequency of CRC visits does play a role.\u0026rdquo; For many students, finals make or break students\u0026rsquo; grades in their classes, and the CRC is an excellent focus booster in approaching such an important time of the semester.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll classes are FREE during final exams for CRC members \u0026ndash; click\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/crc.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/finals_week_schedule_-_fall_2017.pdf\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to view the schedule. Encourage your student to utilize the CRC in preparation for their finals\u0026ndash; their focus will increase, and the studies show that their GPA\u0026rsquo;s will appreciate it!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":". Its crunch time as professors try to fit everything in before the end of the semester, but in the midst of schoolwork, dreading finals, and anticipating a break, how can students stay focused?"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:37:34","changed_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:37:34","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"599505":{"#nid":"599505","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Ways to Support Your Student","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDecember is an exciting time on Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus. Everyone anticipates the end of classes and the winter break after a busy semester. While classes do conclude early in the month, final exams and concerns related to spring semester can make December a stressful time for students. Parents and friends can help their students by providing support in some key ways.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst-year students may be especially worried about final exams since this is a new experience for them. Students may feel that they need to re-work every problem, memorize, or re-read everything that has been assigned since August. If this were true \u0026mdash; and it is not! \u0026mdash; finals would be very overwhelming. Remind students that planning and time management will help them prepare and thrive. Now is the time for students to review syllabi, past exams and assignments, and to identify what they need to review and master prior to final exams. Remind them to make themselves aware of deadlines, such as the last day for tutoring appointments, and to plan to visit their professors\u0026rsquo; and TAs\u0026rsquo; office hours before the last day of classes. Parents can also help by encouraging students to manage stress by getting enough sleep, exercise, and healthy meals and snacks.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlthough registration is currently closed until Phase II opens on January 4, December can be a great time for students to schedule an appointment with their academic advisor. Students considering making changes to their spring schedules should meet with advisors, but students can also use this relatively quiet time to explore studying abroad, undergraduate research, or other programs, including learning about minors and certificates. December is also a good time for students who are worried about their academic standing or are considering changing majors to meet with advisors for help connecting with campus resources or for a professional and supportive perspective.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents who are disappointed with their fall semester grades should take some time over the winter break to reflect on and learn from their academic performance. Anyone can make plans for a strong start to spring semester by checking out the Success Summit (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/success-summit\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\/success-summit\u003C\/a\u003E ).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"While classes do conclude early in the month, final exams and concerns related to spring semester can make December a stressful time for students."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:36:38","changed_gmt":"2017-12-04 20:36:38","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-12-04T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598331":{"#nid":"598331","#data":{"type":"news","title":" Leading Edge Promotion","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELeadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today. Organizations are looking for students who have the ability to collaborate across boundaries, conceptualize new solutions, and motivate diverse teams (2016 Global Human Capital Trends Report \u0026ndash; Deloitte University Press). Given this trend, all students should consider enhancing their leadership skills through Leading Edge (One-on-One Leadership Coaching) for the 2018 Spring Semester, sponsored by Leadership Education and Development (LEAD). They will actively explore and improve their individual and team leadership skills through practice and critical reflection, challenge themselves to be a better leader, and develop your leadership vision. The Leading Edge (One-on-One Leadership Coaching) program can help to foster personal and professional leadership skills your students will apply throughout your education and after graduation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/leading-edge-one-one-leadership-coaching-short-form-application\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EApplications\u003C\/a\u003E are due Friday, November 10 at 11:59 p.m. For more information, visit leadership.gatech.edu.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Leadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:48:38","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:48:38","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598329":{"#nid":"598329","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining News","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EFuel your student\u0026rsquo;s brain and body for academic success with a meal plan. 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(for Dining Services Messages Only)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Fuel your student\u2019s brain and body for academic success with a meal plan."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:47:23","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:47:23","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598328":{"#nid":"598328","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Resident Advisor and Peer Leader Positions","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Department of Housing is looking for new Student Leaders in Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Residence Halls!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe have a total of 289 Resident Advisors and Peer Leaders serving our students in our residential communities.\u0026nbsp;The function of the Student Staff Member (SSM) position is to work with residents to facilitate and develop a community environment within residence halls which will contribute to the intellectual, social, and cultural growth of their residents which will result in increased academic success and retention for these participants. The SSM works closely with the Hall Director in order to maintain a level of consistency both within the area and within the department. The student staff position requires dedication, flexibility, commitment, and enthusiasm as the staff member will actively respond to the changing needs and situations with residents. The SSM works directly with the Hall Director and receives additional direct supervision and training from the Hall Director and department.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe application is available through\u0026nbsp;January 17, 2018.\u0026nbsp;For more information, click on this link \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/residents-job-opportunities\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/residents-job-opportunities\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Department of Housing is looking for new Student Leaders in Georgia Tech\u2019s Residence Halls!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:45:43","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:45:43","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598327":{"#nid":"598327","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing News","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Spring 2018 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall. All students who apply by November 13, 2017, are eligible to participate in the self-assignment process, which gives students the opportunity to select their own room. Those who choose not to participate in this process will be assigned by our staff, and all spring assignments can be viewed online by November 15, 2017. The application, self-assignment steps, and room and roommate info can be accessed through \u0026ldquo;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003EMy Housing\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026rdquo; on the Georgia Tech Housing website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehousing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. The Spring 2018 Housing application will remain open after self-assignment, also. If your student has not yet applied \u0026ndash; it is not too late!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December if they plan to reside on campus in the spring. However, please note the following dates \u003Cstrong\u003Ebefore\u003C\/strong\u003E making travel arrangements:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 15, 2017, by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2018\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 17, 2017, by noon: Move out for graduating students\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 17, 2017, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ENOTE: To avoid unnecessary penalty charges when terminating the housing contract for acceptable reasons, we encourage your student to read and follow the instructions in \u0026ldquo;VI. CONTRACT TERMINATION BY STUDENT - AFTER CONTRACT BEGINS\u0026rdquo; of the \u003C\/em\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/Contracts\/2017-2018_housing_contract.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003E2017-2018 ACADEMIC YEAR CONTRACT\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cem\u003E.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs always our assignment staff is available to answer questions and offer assistance by phone (\u003Ca href=\u0022tel:404-894-2470\u0022\u003E404-894-2470\u003C\/a\u003E), email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E), or in our office in the Smithgall (Flag) Building.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Spring 2018 Campus Housing Application remains open this month for new students or returning students who are not residing on campus this fall."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:44:28","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:44:28","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598326":{"#nid":"598326","#data":{"type":"news","title":" Undergraduate Research Ambassadors","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EUndergraduate Research Ambassadors (URA) are selected each year to represent the UROP program and undergraduate research at Georgia Tech. They are from various majors and research areas.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe ambassadors have developed several programs to help students find undergraduate research opportunities and to nurture those that are already participating in research.In cooperation with student government, URA hosted the first Undergraduate Research Fair in Spring 2017 with more than 150 students attending. This fair was designed to allow labs; faculty and graduate students share their research with undergraduate students and actively recruit for the upcoming fall semester. We held the fair again in Fall 2017 with great success and will host one in Spring 2018 on April 11.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThey have also developed a series of workshops on the following topics: Presentation Skills, Library Resources and Research, Adding Research to your Resume, and How to Write a Literature Review. These are held over a two-week period for the Fall and Spring.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor students who are interested in just speaking with an ambassador, they can come during the weekly office hours or contact an ambassador \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.undergradresearch.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Evia our webpage\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EQuestions? Contact the program at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:urop@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Europ@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/content\/undergraduate-research-ambassadors\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/content\/undergraduate-research-ambassadors\u003C\/a\u003E for additional information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Undergraduate Research Ambassadors (URA) are selected each year to represent the UROP program and undergraduate research at Georgia Tech."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:42:51","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:43:00","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598325":{"#nid":"598325","#data":{"type":"news","title":" International Education Week","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech celebrates International Education Week, or IEW, each year with a series of events that highlight Tech\u0026#39;s students, faculty, and staff international commitment and accomplishments. This year, IEW will be from November 13 to 17. To learn more about the week\u0026rsquo;s activities, please visit: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/iew.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/iew.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have questions or would like more information on the Beijing\/Singapore Program or IEW, please do not hesitate to contact us: \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:info@oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einfo@oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech celebrates International Education Week, or IEW, each year with a series of events that highlight Tech\u0027s students, faculty, and staff international commitment and accomplishments. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:41:18","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:41:18","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598324":{"#nid":"598324","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EHi everyone! My name is Bonnie Yang, a third year ISYE major, and I am a past participant of the Beijing-Singapore Faculty Led Program. It was one of the most challenging and rewarding program that I have ever experienced. From taking rigorous courses during the weekday with tech and local students, to hiking volcanoes on the weekends in Indonesia, it was an all-around experience of work hard and play hard. Below is a short overview of my experience. It is and amazing program for ISYE majors!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ECourse Overview\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe structure of the courses requires students to dive rigorously into one class at a time. All the materials of a semester are condensed into about three weeks. It is a very intense and focused studying process. All this may sound overwhelming, but the upside to this structure is that we are a small class and the professor is extremely flexible with office hours and helping each student understand the material. I am very thankful for my peers as well because we really bonded through the struggle and motivated each other to learn. I know I could not have survived the classes without them. I think another amazing part about the courses offered is that it really gives a sense of what each concentration in ISYE is like. Some courses were taught through application by allowing us to work on projects with local students. It was a great experience because you really get to see another perspective of industrial engineering in Singaporean and Chinese culture. Although courses are rigorous and challenging, the overall experience strengthened my learning and cross-cultural communication skills.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ECultural Experience\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWeekends were filled with amazing memories and new experiences! We traveled to Kuala Lumpur, Phuket, Hanoi, Bali, and Hangzhou, to name a few. One amazing thing about Asia is that these places are so geographically close to each other and yet the culture is completely different. We were constantly absorbing new information and adapting to the types of customs suitable to that culture. One phrase that we used very often was \u0026ldquo;living on the edge\u0026rdquo;, literally. After coming back to the states, I realized how much I have grown and matured. I learned that travel is really a lesson in itself. The Beijing-Singapore Program gave me the opportunity to gain all these memorable experiences!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWill I do this program again? Of course!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Third year ISYE major, Bonnie Yang, talks about being a participant of the Beijing-Singapore Faculty Led Program and how the program impacted her life."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:37:54","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:37:54","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598323":{"#nid":"598323","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Student Flu Shot Clinic Dates","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ENo appointment is necessary to get a flu shot at the Flu Clinic, but come early to beat the line. Your\u0026nbsp;BuzzCard is required\u0026nbsp;when checking in for the flu shots.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETwo other ways to get a flu shot:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u0026nbsp;Students can make an online appointment in the allergy and immunization clinic at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/appointments\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehealth.gatech.edu\/appointments\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf you have an appointment to see a provider at Stamps, just ask to have your flu shot given while you are there. 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"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:34:09","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:34:09","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598322":{"#nid":"598322","#data":{"type":"news","title":"8 TIPS FOR FINALS PREP","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAs a parent of a new student, you are probably as worried as your student at the prospect of the first set of final exams at Georgia Tech. If they have been doing the right things \u0026mdash; studying consistently, attending every class, taking notes during lectures, completing all assignments and utilizing campus resources as needed \u0026mdash; all should be well. These habits will put your student in good stead for finals. Many students find that preparing for an individual class for 60-90 minutes per day, five or six days per week, will leave them well prepared at exam time. If your student has not been consistent, there is still time to prepare. Below are a few tips that you may wish to share with your student:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E1. Start early\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStart NOW. There are several quizzes and tests scheduled prior to the final exam. Do not lose focus. Prepare fully for them. As you get closer to finals, be intentional and intensify your studying. This should start approximately one or two weeks before the finals.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E2. Know what to expect\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen is your final? Where? Is your final cumulative or does it only cover the last few weeks of class? Is there grade replacement with your final? What percentage of the grade is your final exam? Be sure you know the answer to all these questions so that you can determine what you will need to earn the grade you desire. Talk to your professor and TA regarding topics and format of the final.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E3. Get ready!\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMake a calendar outlining a daily schedule of topics for review. Be thorough. Use it. Spreading study sessions out over time \u0026ndash; known as distributed practice \u0026ndash; is the most effective way to study. By creating a balanced study plan and schedule, you will be able to study each subject in its entirety and ultimately boost your test performance.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E4. Self-test \u0026amp; review sessions\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EUnderlining, highlighting, re-reading, and summation are not the most effective ways to study. Teaching something to someone else and self-testing have been proven to be the most effective strategies, and why review sessions with classmates are so important! Try to complete a practice test at least a week prior to the final. This will help you know where to focus your studying. Be sure to make the test as similar to what the professor has shared as possible. You should time the test and take it without any aids. If your professor allows use of old exams, use them to determine how much you know and where you will focus. If you do this ahead of the exam and still have outstanding questions, you will have time to go to see your professor, TA, or tutor for clarification.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E5. Don\u0026rsquo;t cram\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDo not wait until the night before your exam to begin studying for it. Instead, begin preparing now! Set aside study time, review notes from class, and plan early. This will help you feel prepared. On the other hand, cramming causes anxiety, which lowers your ability to retain information. (While studying, take short breaks every hour or so, for approximately 10 minutes. Leave your study area when you do \u0026mdash; that bit of fresh air may be just what you needed to clear your head.)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E6. Avoid the all-nighter\u003C\/h3\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlmost every college student pulls an all-nighter but it is a bad idea. All-nighters impair reasoning and memory for as long as four days. Get sufficient sleep. You need at least seven hours of sleep a night to function. During sleep, the brain synthesizes information, especially topics covered in the hours before bedtime. 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Instead, schedule time for healthy meals and regular exercise.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EIf you need more help, please visit \u003C\/em\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.success.gatech.edu\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003Ewww.success.gatech.edu\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Brought to you by the Center for Academic Success"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"As a parent of a new student, you are probably as worried as your student at the prospect of the first set of final exams at Georgia Tech."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:32:59","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:32:59","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"598321":{"#nid":"598321","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Home for the Holidays","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIn the days ahead, the fall semester will be coming to an end and some students will be heading home for Thanksgiving and winter breaks. While family traditions and gatherings are important, families must also remember that compromise may be inevitable during an extended stay at home. As students descend upon the home front, parents may feel abandoned all over again as students want to sleep late and often choose to spend more time with friends than family. Issues like important dinners, religious activities, household chores, use of the car, being respectful to others (who need their sleep), and money management \u0026mdash; if not handled properly \u0026mdash; may cause conflict and undue stress for the entire family.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EHere are a few ideas and strategies to help make this transition home a little merrier!\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EBe flexible and realistic.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECommunicate holiday plans in advance so students are not caught off guard.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those with extended or blended families, it is important to realize that students may wish to spend part of their break with the other family. Avoid putting them in an impossible situation by making unreasonable demands of their time.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003ECompromise is a two-way street. \u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EKeep in mind that college students are no longer children that we can shuttle here and there. Students are emerging into adulthood. For the past several months, students have been following their own schedules and making their own decisions. Embrace this opportunity to have an adult conversation, listening to their perspectives, feelings, and needs. Do not try to guilt them into doing what you want.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMost students have been living independently for a few months and may not be ready to follow your schedule. Additionally, most have just gone through a stressful period of studying and test taking. Patience will come in handy here.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStart the negotiations early \u0026mdash; starting the conversation sooner can prevent conflict later. Do not try to have this talk during exam time \u0026mdash; students are usually feeling stressed enough.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EBe prepared for changes in your child.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs we know, many college students alter their appearance, perhaps getting a tattoo, piercing, or changing their hair color. If extended family members judge them too harshly, it can lead to hurt feelings. It is important to support your student at family gatherings. You do not have to agree, but you have to try to respect their choices.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMany students will want to reconnect with high school friends. However, they may find that these friendships may not be the same as they were only a few months earlier. People change, have different interests, and find they do not have as much in common. Be prepared to listen if your students struggle with this loss.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EDon\u0026rsquo;t make major changes.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETalking to your student before making any major room changes would be the best. If you have already turned their room into something new, maybe now would be the time to bring back a few of their things. Students love the independence they enjoy on campus, but almost all of them want to feel they are an important part of their family.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EMoney management\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWill your student have to work during break to save money for back-to-school needs such as books and supplies or even tuition?\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis is a good time for students to reevaluate their meal plans and to review spending habits.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EHow to help a struggling student.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERemind your student about tutoring. Seeking help early is always the right way to proceed.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EListen and do not jump the gun and take over when there is a problem. A family\u0026rsquo;s love, support, and motivation are most important. How you react may dictate what they tell you in the future. Sometimes it is not winning the race, but simply finishing it. Many times getting a C or B can be the success!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Laci Weeden, Director, Parent \u0026 Family Programs"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"While family traditions and gatherings are important, families must also remember that compromise may be inevitable during an extended stay at home."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:30:35","changed_gmt":"2017-11-03 12:31:09","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-11-03T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"597013":{"#nid":"597013","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Fall 2017\u00a0Commencement and President\u2019s Graduation Celebration","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech will celebrate Fall Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in December. The Ph.D. ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, December 15. Master\u0026#39;s candidates will also\u0026nbsp;participate in Commencement on Friday, December 15, at 3 p.m.\u0026nbsp;The bachelor\u0026rsquo;s ceremony will be on Saturday, December 16, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m., with doors opening at 7:30 a.m. We encourage guests to arrive early for general seating. Both\u0026nbsp;bachelor\u0026rsquo;s and Master\u0026#39;s\u0026nbsp;ceremonies are\u0026nbsp;ticketed events. Visit the commencement website,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.commencement.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.commencement.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, for more information.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIn addition, we encourage all parents and their guests to share in the excitement of Commencement with their graduates at the President\u0026rsquo;s Graduation Celebration, held Friday, December 15, from 11 a.m.-1\u0026nbsp;p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. Families and graduates will have an opportunity to take photos with beloved Tech mascots, meet administrators, faculty, and staff, and share in unique traditions that make Georgia Tech such a cherished institution.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech will celebrate Fall Commencement at McCamish Pavilion in December. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:51:53","changed_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:51:53","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"597012":{"#nid":"597012","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining News","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMeal Plans\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIs your student still without a meal plan? Sign up today for the Meal Pass 336 or 200. Using a Meal Plan\u0026nbsp;at Community Restaurants help you save money per swipe. The more swipes you purchase, the more you save. You also save with a meal plan because\u0026nbsp;Dining Points are tax exempt! Georgia Tech students on a meal plan have access to multiple dining facilities that help fuel bodies and brains for a vigorous academic performance. Visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mealplan.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Emealplan.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to purchase.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGifts \u0026amp; More\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMissing your student? I bet they miss you too! Send them some love with one of our care packages like the Movie Night or Mediterranean Munchies. For a complete list of packages and to order, visit\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.gatechdining.com\/shop\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.gatechdining.com\/shop\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Is your student still without a meal plan? Sign up today for the Meal Pass 336 or 200. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:51:03","changed_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:51:03","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"597011":{"#nid":"597011","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing News - October","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Spring 2018 Georgia Tech student housing application opens this month for new and returning students. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eonline application\u003C\/a\u003E may be accessed from the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003EDepartment of Housing website\u003C\/a\u003E. Residents who are on campus this fall already have an academic year housing contract which includes both fall and spring semesters, and no action is required for spring housing.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December; however, please note the following dates \u003Cstrong\u003Ebefore\u003C\/strong\u003E making travel arrangements:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 15, by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2018\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 17, by noon: Move out for graduating students\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 17, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThese dates were emailed to your student in September to help as end-of-semester plans are made.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf your student resides with us, we hope that his\/her experience in our housing is positive and promotes academic success. We are available to help you and\/or your student by email (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) or by phone (404-894-2470) Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Visits to our office in the Smithgall (Flag) Building are welcome, also.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThank you for choosing Georgia Tech Housing!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Spring 2018 Georgia Tech student housing application opens this month for new and returning students."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:50:21","changed_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:50:21","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"597010":{"#nid":"597010","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Flu Shots Now Available","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFlu Shots Now Available\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStamps Health Services will be\u0026nbsp;offering flu shots at no charge to all Georgia Tech students who have paid their health fee\u0026nbsp;on the following dates from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETuesday, October 17 and October 24\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETuesday, November 14 and November 28.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENo appointment is necessary to get a flu shot at the Flu Clinic, but come early to beat the line. The BuzzCard is required\u0026nbsp;when checking in for the flu shots.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETwo other ways to get a flu shot:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u0026nbsp;Students can make an online appointment in the allergy and immunization clinic at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/health.gatech.edu\/appointments\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehealth.gatech.edu\/appointments\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf a student has an appointment at Stamps already, encourage them to ask for the flu shot while they are there.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information, please visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.health.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.health.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Stamps Health Services will be\u00a0offering flu shots at no charge to all Georgia Tech students who have paid their health fee."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:49:28","changed_gmt":"2017-10-05 18:49:28","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"597009":{"#nid":"597009","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Halloween Holla 5K Run \u0026 Walk","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Campus Recreation Complex (CRC)\u0026nbsp;is hosting the annual Halloween Holla 5K Run \u0026amp; Walk on\u0026nbsp;Friday, October 27, 2017, at 7:30 a.m.\u0026nbsp;Costumes are encouraged at this event, so all ghosts, ghouls, and walkers are welcome!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERegistration is\u0026nbsp;free and available online through\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mycrc.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Emycrc.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Onsite registration will also be available on race day; however, all participants must register by 7 a.m. All members of the Georgia Tech community are welcome to attend this event, including students, staff, faculty, alumni, and affiliates. You do not need to be a member of the CRC to participate.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERace check in will open at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, October 27. 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Dolores Huerta is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first farm workers unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez, becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the twentieth century and she continues the fight to this day, at 87.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWomen\u0026rsquo;s Night on the Wall\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOctober 13, 5-7 p.m., CRC climbing wall\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENo experience needed: the Women\u0026#39;s Resource Center and Outdoor Recreation Georgia Tech are teaming up to offer you an evening at the CRC Climbing Wall. Come join us for an all-women\u0026rsquo;s night on the wall. We will provide everything you need, including gear and instruction. We will be teaching in a supportive, non-competitive environment.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESTEM Women\u0026rsquo;s Coffee Talk \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOctober 25, 3-4 p.m., Clough Lounge\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJoin the WRC and Women in Engineering for our monthly series for women majoring in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) areas of study.\u0026nbsp;This series gives STEM women a chance to informally gather, get to know one another and to discuss topics \u0026ndash; technical and personal \u0026ndash; that are important to them. 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The transition to college can\u0026nbsp;sometimes be challenging. Our goal at the Center for Academic Success (CAS) is to help your student have an enriched and successful experience, and assist you in finding the balance between guiding your student and supporting their independence. Please visit our Parent\u0026rsquo;s Page for additional information (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/parent-guide\u0022\u003Esuccess.gatech.edu\/parent-guide\u003C\/a\u003E).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIt\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E is \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eofficially\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003Efeedback\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003Etime\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E \u0026ndash; \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMidterm\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003EProgress\u003C\/strong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003EReports\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;If students are enrolled in 1000- and 2000-level courses, grades are now available to help assess their progress. The information is timed so that there is still time left in the semester to make adjustments, if needed.\u0026nbsp;These grades are meant to advise the student\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;his or her academic advisor, but do not contribute to a student\u0026rsquo;s GPA or show up on a transcript. Progress report options are S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory, performance level of D or lower) and should be based on the completion of at least one graded assignment.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDo something with this information.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;Students who discover that they are off-track or just think they would like to do better are encouraged to contact the Center for Academic Success (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Esuccess.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) to find out what they can do to improve their performance. Connecting with a tutor or academic coach, visiting a professor or TA during office hours, or participating in a workshop or study group can help students turn a rough start into a successful finish. All our services are free to students.\u0026nbsp;Let your student know that help is available!\u0026nbsp;Appointments may be scheduled on line at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/academicsupport.gatech.edu\/TracWeb40\/Default.html\u0022\u003Eacademicsupport.gatech.edu\/TracWeb40\/Default.html\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or the student can come into our office and make an appointment there. Our office is in the\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EClough Undergraduate Learning Commons, Suite 283.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"We are now in the seventh week of the semester! The transition to college can\u00a0sometimes be challenging."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-10-05 13:39:48","changed_gmt":"2017-10-05 13:39:48","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-10-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"595668":{"#nid":"595668","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Leadership for All Levels","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELeadership takes place at all levels on the Georgia Tech campus \u0026mdash; it\u0026rsquo;s not just for those in formal leadership positions. The Division of Student Life\u0026#39;s Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) office gives participating students the opportunity to learn and practice effective leadership skills that can be applied to all areas of their personal and professional lives, now and in the future. The LEAD office offers a thoughtful and intentional series of academic, experiential, and co-curricular activities to help students prepare for leadership in a rapidly evolving global society.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELEAD programs, which include everything from one-on-one leadership coaching to living-learning communities, are designed to help students:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGain valuable insights into leadership potential\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EImprove communication skills\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELearn how to get projects done in teams\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EUnderstand what it takes to create change and inspire others\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EChart a leadership development pathway to real results within Georgia Tech and beyond\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EFor more information about how to get involved and develop your leadership skills\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Division of Student Life\u0026#39;s Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) office gives participating students the opportunity to learn and practice effective leadership skills that can be applied to all areas of their personal and professional lives, now and in the future.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Division of Student Life\u0027s Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) office gives participating students the opportunity to learn and practice effective leadership skills that can be applied to all areas of their personal and professional lives, now"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-09-07 19:34:31","changed_gmt":"2017-09-07 19:34:31","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-09-07T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EStephen Steppe\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nLEAD Program Coordinator\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nstephen.steppe@gatech.edu\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n404-385-2627\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["stephen.steppe@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"595548":{"#nid":"595548","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Housing News","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ENew or returning Georgia Tech students who wish to live in student housing for the Spring 2018 semester may apply \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003Eonline\u003C\/a\u003E beginning late-September. Residents who are on campus this fall already have an academic year housing contract which includes both fall and spring semesters, so no action is required for spring housing.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECurrent residents are not required to move out of their residence hall during the semester break in December; however, please note the following dates before making travel arrangements:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EFriday, December 15 by noon: Move out for all students not residing on campus Spring 2018\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 17 by noon: Move out for graduating students\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, December 17 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.: Room switch\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENOTE: To avoid unnecessary penalty charges when terminating the housing contract for acceptable reasons, we encourage your student to read and follow the instructions in \u0026ldquo;VI. 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Now, Georgia Tech undergrads have the unique opportunity to apply to be pre-admitted to the MBA program during their senior year and then return at a later date to attain their MBA.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELaunched in 2014, Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business\u0026rsquo; \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EMBA Pathway \u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003Einitiative enables qualified Tech students to be accepted into the MBA program prior to graduation, gain professional career experience after leaving Tech, then exercise one of two MBA options: return to enroll in the full-time MBA program (22 months) or continue with their career and earn their MBA in the self-paced evening MBA program.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA diverse group of students from colleges across the Institute have applied to the Pathway program. Katie Lloyd, executive director of MBA admissions states, \u0026ldquo;The Georgia Tech undergraduate degree coupled with the MBA is a powerful combination. It is a profile that resonates extremely well with employers.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Scheller MBA admissions team will be hosting an on-campus \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scheller.gatech.edu\/news-events\/events\/event.html?event_id=2999\u0022\u003Einformation session\u003C\/a\u003E Thursday, October 5, at 5:45 p.m. Register to attend or contact Paula Wilson, director of MBA Admissions, \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:paula.wilson@scheller.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Epaula.wilson@scheller.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E for more information on the MBA Pathway program.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech undergrads have the unique opportunity to apply to be pre-admitted to the MBA program during their senior year and then return at a later date to attain their MBA."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-09-06 13:39:14","changed_gmt":"2017-09-06 13:39:14","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-09-06T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-09-06T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"595546":{"#nid":"595546","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDuring the 2016-17 academic year, 188 Georgia Tech students interned abroad in 45+ countries through Tech\u0026rsquo;s Global Internship Program (GIP). Housed in the Office of International Education, GIP facilitates overseas internships for Tech students with the purpose of allowing students to gain practical work experience in their disciplines while developing critical cross-cultural skills. Global internships take place throughout the year, and can last between 6 weeks and one year.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile many overseas internships take place in traditional corporate settings, students also do research internships, government internships, and service-based internships.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMost students who intern abroad are juniors and seniors, with prior internship, research, or study abroad experience. First- and second-year students with an interest in interning abroad are encouraged to seek advising early, as there are things students can start doing to position themselves for an international internship.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe encourage students who are interested in interning abroad to attend the upcoming Global Internship Fair, taking place on Thursday, September 28, from 10 a.m. \u0026ndash; 4 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. This fair will feature employers and organizations hiring overseas interns, returned global interns showcasing their experiences and answering questions from potential participants, and resources that are helpful to students seeking overseas employment.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo sign up for the GIP newsletter, please go to: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/content\/gip\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/content\/gip\u003C\/a\u003E or please contact us (\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:globalinternships@oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eglobalinternships@oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) with any questions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"During the 2016-17 academic year, 188 Georgia Tech students interned abroad in 45+ countries through Tech\u2019s Global Internship Program (GIP). "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-09-06 13:38:16","changed_gmt":"2017-09-06 13:38:16","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-09-06T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-09-06T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"595545":{"#nid":"595545","#data":{"type":"news","title":"How Your Student Can Make the Most of Career Fairs ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe fall Career Fair, hosted by the Center for Career Discovery \u0026amp; Development (C2D2), is the largest \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/career.gatech.edu\/all-majors-career-fair\u0022\u003ECareer Fair\u003C\/a\u003E on Georgia Tech\u0026#39;s campus. Every year, more than 400 companies and 5,000 students attend the fair. Companies attending the fair are hiring co-ops, interns, and full-time positions, with students from all majors and degree types. This year\u0026#39;s fair will be held on \u003Cstrong\u003ESeptember 11-12, 2017\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E, in Georgia Tech\u0026#39;s Campus Recreation Center\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents who want to nail the interview and land the job can prepare by taking advantage of mock interviews, resume blitzes, seminars, etiquette dinners, and workshops, where professionals from business and industry, their college, or Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Center for Career Discovery and Development share their guidance and expertise.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut what advice might students have for other students when it comes to making the most of Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s many face-to-face job search opportunities? How do they manage the pitfalls of personal appearance, the intimidation of the interview, the hazards of the handshake, the night-before nerves? \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.news.gatech.edu\/features\/career-fair-dos-and-donts\u0022\u003ECLICK HERE\u003C\/a\u003E to see tips from students regarding their Career Fair experiences from last year in 2016.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe director of C2D2, Dr. Michelle Tullier, also has some great advice for students looking to get the most out the Fair:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAttend the fair\u003C\/strong\u003E. This may seem obvious, but not every student does. \u0026quot;The Co-op and Internship Fair is a great networking and exploration opportunity for students of all majors,\u0026rdquo; Tullier said. \u0026ldquo;If you get there and talk to an employer who is looking for engineering students and you\u0026#39;re a liberal arts or sciences major, for example, ask if they have recruiter colleagues you could contact about opportunities in other areas of their company.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPractice\u003C\/strong\u003E. \u0026ldquo;Most students know to practice for an interview, but not a fair,\u0026rdquo; said Tullier. She recommends preparing a 20- to 30-second \u0026ldquo;elevator pitch\u0026rdquo; that briefly captures who you are, what you offer, and what you\u0026rsquo;re looking for. \u0026ldquo;Every interaction with a recruiter is like a mini interview. Practice delivering a smooth elevator pitch, giving a firm handshake, and making good eye contact.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlan your strategy\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u0026nbsp;To make the most of your time at the fair, Tullier recommends that students plan ahead by reviewing the company list to know who will be there and identifying priority employers to target. Look online at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech-csm.symplicity.com\/events\/bbeae66a79e53a7629c8e8f22a30e5c1\/employers\u0022\u003Ethe list of employers attending the fair\u003C\/a\u003E to see\u0026nbsp;which companies you want to talk with and look up background information on those employers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGet \u0026mdash;\u0026nbsp;and stay \u0026mdash;\u0026nbsp;organized\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u0026nbsp;Tullier also advises having a plan for how to keep everything organized as you get materials during the fair. \u0026ldquo;You can walk out with a lot of business cards and handouts, and it can be overwhelming,\u0026rdquo; she said. \u0026ldquo;Take only the information you need, and make notes on the back of business cards or on your phone or tablet to remember key discussion points for when you follow up after the fair.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFollow up\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u0026nbsp;If recruiters instruct you to apply on CareerBuzz after the fair, be sure to do so promptly. Also, many recruiters use LinkedIn as a resource for filling positions, and students should be visible and active there. Tullier recommends that students ask to connect on LinkedIn with anyone they connected with in person at the fair. Even if the request isn\u0026rsquo;t accepted, students will have gotten their names in front of the recruiter one more time.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEncourage your students to attend the Career Fair and make the most of their time while they are there. Even if they\u0026rsquo;re not looking for a job right now, the connections they can make during this time can put them in a good position for whenever they decide to start job hunting.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.news.gatech.edu\/2016\/01\/19\/5-tips-avoid-most-common-career-fair-mistakes\u0022\u003ECLICK HERE\u003C\/a\u003E for a bonus article that discusses the \u0026ldquo;\u003Cstrong\u003E5 Tips to Avoid the Most Common Career Fair Mistakes\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The fall Career Fair, hosted by the Center for Career Discovery \u0026 Development (C2D2), is the largest Career Fair on Georgia Tech\u0027s campus."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-09-06 13:35:28","changed_gmt":"2017-09-06 13:35:28","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-09-06T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-09-06T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003Eparents@gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594216":{"#nid":"594216","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Global Opportunities at Georgia Tech ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech is unique in the breadth and depth of opportunities open to students with about 54 percent of undergraduates taking advantage of Tech\u0026rsquo;s international offerings. Tech provides students the opportunity to study abroad on 120 different programs spanning every continent and academic discipline; the chance to do global internships to broaden their professional acumen; and the opportunity to internationalize their degrees by participating in the award-winning International Plan. In addition to exploring the globe, Tech students are encouraged to engage with their international student peers not only in classes, student organizations, or in campus housing, but also through programming like the monthly OIE coffee hour, IEW, Culture Fest, and alternative break trips. Below are some of the many events we have this fall. For more information, please visit: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/news-events\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/news-events\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech is unique in the breadth and depth of opportunities open to students with about 54 percent of undergraduates taking advantage of Tech\u2019s international offerings."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:59:01","changed_gmt":"2017-08-11 11:32:44","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EOffice of International Education\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nPhone: 404-894-7475\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nWebsite: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.oie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594233":{"#nid":"594233","#data":{"type":"news","title":"CHALLA. SHABBAT. CHABAD. ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003EYES there\u0026#39;s a vibrant Jewish social scene here at Georgia Tech! You\u0026#39;re invited to check it out as you move in. \u0026nbsp;Enjoy a four course classy beyond delicious Shabbat DINNER. Let your student meet some new good friends. Parents CONNECT with other Jewish parents and with Rabbi and Shifra... You just might need them to bring your student a bowl of chicken soup someday ;)\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nFeel free to DROP IN anytime and say hello while you\u0026#39;re in town.\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003EFriday August 18th DINNER 7:30 PM\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E471 10th Street NW (West Campus)\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.chabadgatech.com\/\u0022 id=\u0022LPlnk812948\u0022\u003Ewww.chabadgatech.com\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"YES there\u0027s a vibrant Jewish social scene here at Georgia Tech! You\u0027re invited to check it out as you move in."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:23:53","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:23:53","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594230":{"#nid":"594230","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Arts@Tech Performance Season 2017-2018","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe 26\u003Csup\u003Eth\u003C\/sup\u003E\u0026nbsp;season of professional performances at Georgia Tech is highlighted by work that crosses\u0026nbsp;genres\u0026nbsp;and exemplifies the innovative and inspiring intersection of art, science, and technology. In addition to traditional performing arts forms like Moscow Ballet\u0026#39;s\u0026nbsp;\u003Cem\u003ENutcracker\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/em\u003Eand the Spanish Harlem Orchestra, students can enjoy arts experiences whose creators are integrating dance, theater, and live music with light, sound, spoken word, interactive media, and live design in new ways. At the forefront of these new experiences are\u0026nbsp;\u003Cem\u003EAmerica\u0026#39;s Got Talent\u003C\/em\u003E\u0026nbsp;finalists SIRO-A, choreographer and Georgia Tech student Raianna Brown\u0026#39;s RAINN Dance Theatre, and the innovative\u0026nbsp;\u003Cem\u003ENufonia Must Fall\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/em\u003Eby Kid Koala. 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Disability as an aspect of diversity that is integral to society and Georgia Tech. If students encounter academic, physical, technological, or other barriers on campus, the Disability Services team is available to collaboratively find creative solutions and implement reasonable accommodations.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some ways in which students can develop self-advocacy and be successful at Georgia Tech:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBe knowledgeable about your disability and how it affects your functioning across domains, cognitively, academically, socially, occupationally, physically, and with independent living. It is also helpful to understand your strengths and weaknesses, compensatory strategies, and learning styles.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESelf-identify, by locating the Office of Disability Services and disclosing your disability through a request for services.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBe able to articulate the accommodations you have been provided to professors.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAsk your disability services coordinator questions when you don\u0026rsquo;t understand something or for help when you run into difficulties. We have a tool belt of strategies and tips to employ and knowledge to help when you need it.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EUse problem-solving with professors to properly implement accommodations and\/or immediately report problems to the Office of Disability Services.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELearn about and utilize support services available on campus (e.g academic coaching, tutoring, counseling center).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDevelop independent living skills.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease reach out to the Office of Disability Services with any questions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EContact Information\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOffice of Disability Services\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n404-894-2563 (Voice); 404-894-1664 (TDD)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.disabilityservices.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Edsinfo@gatech.edu\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nhttp:\/\/www.disabilityservices.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of Disability Services collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create a campus environment that is usable, equitable, sustainable and inclusive of all members of the Georgia Tech community."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:17:29","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:17:29","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594226":{"#nid":"594226","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Mandatory Online Education Courses for Students","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EEncourage your incoming or transfer student to complete the required online health program AlcoholEdu and Haven: Understanding Sexual Assault. Georgia Tech has partnered with \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.everfi.com\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEverFi\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, whose mission is to help students address critical life skills such as alcohol abuse prevention and sexual violence prevention and response in higher education institutions across the country. This is part of our comprehensive health programming designed to promote the safety, health and well-being of our community. Whether you drink or not, AlcoholEdu will empower you to make well-informed decisions about alcohol and help you better cope with the drinking behavior of your peers. The Haven: Understanding Sexual Assault program will address the important issues of sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking. For more information please visit - \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/alcoholedu-haven\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/alcoholedu-haven\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Encourage your incoming or transfer student to complete the required online health program AlcoholEdu and Haven: Understanding Sexual Assault."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:16:15","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:16:15","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594223":{"#nid":"594223","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Parent Handbook: \u0022Talking with College Students about Alcohol\u0022","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EOn July 13, you received a link in your email to a digital parent handbook, \u003Ca href=\u0022file:\/\/\/S:\/WELLBEING\/Communications\/HealthInitiatives\/PSU%20Parent%20Alcohol%20Handbook%205.1.17v2.pdf\u0022\u003E\u0026ldquo;Talking with College Students about Alcohol.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026rdquo; This handbook is one component of our campus strategy to engage parents and families in helping us address alcohol use and abuse by students. We strive to minimize the negative consequences experienced by students and other community members regarding this important public health issue.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis handbook, brought to you through sponsorship of the Office of Health \u0026amp; Well-Being and the Division of Student Life, has been tested at several universities and is supported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. It provides a variety of strategies you can adapt to fit your own personal style and relationship with your student. For more information, visit: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthpromotion.gatech.edu\/alcoholeducation\/families\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/healthpromotion.gatech.edu\/alcoholeducation\/families\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"This handbook is one component of our campus strategy to engage parents and families in helping us address alcohol use and abuse by students. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:14:52","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 14:14:52","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594222":{"#nid":"594222","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Learning Leadership Skills","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELeadership continues to be one of the most pressing issues faced by global organizations today. Organizations are looking for students who have the ability to collaborate across boundaries, conceptualize new solutions, and motivate diverse teams. If your student is interested in intentionally growing and developing their leadership skills while they are at Tech, the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/leadership.gatech.edu\/content\/minor-leadership-studies-0\u0022\u003EMinor in Leadership Studies\u003C\/a\u003E is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of leadership theory, skills, and experience through a rigorous and multi-disciplinary program of study. The benefits are simple, yet impactful: add to your technical skills, distinguish yourself from your peers and gain valuable leadership experience. Sound interesting? Visit leadership.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"If your student is interested in intentionally growing and developing their leadership skills while they are at Tech, the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Office can assist. 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You can also activate Textbook Direct, which gives eligible students an $800 textbook allowance. Learn more at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.bursar.gatech.edu\/content\/bookstore\u0022\u003Ewww.bursar.gatech.edu\/content\/bookstore\u003C\/a\u003E or shop our store at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.gatech.bncollege.com\u0022\u003Ewww.gatech.bncollege.com\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDon\u0026rsquo;t forget to get your computer in our Technology Store or shop online at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.techstore.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.techstore.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Barnes \u0026 Noble at Georgia Tech is a one-stop-shop for all of your student\u2019s needs"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:57:50","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:57:50","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594213":{"#nid":"594213","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech Dining Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EA new building opens this fall in the middle of the West Campus residential area. West Village will have exciting new dining options, classrooms for the School of Music, additional\u0026nbsp;study space, and indoor\/outdoor lounges for students. West Village will also be the first building on campus to host Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s new compost and recycling program, aimed at diverting 75 percent of the building\u0026rsquo;s waste from landfills.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe building will be accessible to students 24 hours a day with their BuzzCard, giving them access to small group study rooms and lounge space whenever needed. Follow Georgia Tech Dining Services on twitter at @GTDining for current pics and Grand Opening details.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/issuu.com\/sodexodining\/docs\/fall_meal_plan_2017_webversion\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFall 2017 Meal Plans\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMeal plans are designed to stimulate healthy living and quality of life. Georgia Tech students on a meal plan have access to multiple dining facilities campus wide that help fuel bodies and brains for a vigorous academic performance. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatechdining.com\/dining-plans\/index.html\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EPurchase a Meal Plan Today\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGifts and More\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESend a hug from home with a Gifts and More package. Pre-order birthday cakes or a care package for your student to conveniently pick up from a GT Dining Services location. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatechdining.com\/shop\/c\/21\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EShop today\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The start of the Fall semester brings the opening of the new West Village, Fall Meal Plan options and gifts that you can send to your students."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:55:37","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:55:37","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594212":{"#nid":"594212","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Department of Housing \u2013 Move-In Information","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EOnly a few days left before the beginning of the fall 2017 semester, and we look forward to the arrival of our residents that will live on the Georgia Tech campus. Official move-in days are Saturday and Sunday, August 19-20. Freshmen are invited to move in on Thursday and Friday, August 17-18, so that they can settle in and fully participate in all the welcoming events on campus.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMove-in times, dates, locations, and other details for freshmen can be found at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/news\/freshman-students-move\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EFreshman Students Move-In\u003C\/a\u003E, and all other students at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/news\/fall-2017-move\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EFall 2017 Move-in\u003C\/a\u003E. On the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/move-in\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMove-in\u003C\/a\u003E page of our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/home\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EHousing website\u003C\/a\u003E, you will find links to other helpful information about the move-in process. Please encourage your student to read this information, also!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe assignment staff for the Department of Housing is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to help you with any questions or concerns. You may contact us by calling 404-894-2470 or email \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Only a few days left before the beginning of the fall 2017 semester, and we look forward to the arrival of our residents that will live on the Georgia Tech campus."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:53:00","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:53:00","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594211":{"#nid":"594211","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Sorority and Fraternity Life at Georgia Tech","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGreetings Yellow Jacket Parents! The Georgia Institute of Technology views the fraternity and sorority experience as a significant opportunity for student learning and involvement. Students involved with fraternity and sorority life build leadership skills, engage in community service and philanthropic efforts, participate in academic success initiatives and join in a wide\u0026nbsp;array of social opportunities that foster the establishment of lifelong friendships built on shared values within their Greek organization.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis year, our fraternity and sorority community\u0026nbsp;celebrates 128 years of history and\u0026nbsp;is now home to 53 chapters! Naturally, this can seem a little overwhelming to students when they consider their options in deciding which chapter is right for them. The fraternities and sororities at Georgia Tech are grouped under four governing boards, each with their own unique recruitment and membership process. The following is a brief overview of each governing board and related recruitment events.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECollegiate Panhellenic Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC) is the governing body for\u0026nbsp;10 sororities:\u0026nbsp;eight National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sororities, and two national associate member sororities.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECPC will host formal recruitment for seven NPC sororities August 17-22. Female students interested in joining an NPC sorority are required to register for formal recruitment online at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.panhellenic.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.panhellenic.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;before 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 1. Our\u0026nbsp;two associate member chapters, Alpha Delta Chi and Alpha Omega Epsilon, will host their recruitment period the following week. Visit the \u0026ldquo;Chapters\u0026rdquo; page at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.panhellenic.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.panhellenic.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to find out more about the specific times, dates, and locations.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInterfraternity Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing board for Tech\u0026rsquo;s 32 inter\/national fraternities. IFC hosts rush August 17-22, and registration is required. Interested men can find the online form on the IFC website,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.fraternity.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.fraternity.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Although registration is required, rush is an informal, relaxed period of time when the chapters host events to meet and get to know potential new members for the fraternity.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMulticultural Greek Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is the governing body for five culturally based and cultural interest fraternities and sororities. The chapters of the MGC coordinate and implement their own new member recruitment processes. MGC will cohost a Greek\u0026nbsp;BBQ on\u0026nbsp;August 25\u0026nbsp;at 5 p.m. in the Curran Parking Deck area and a MGC Field Day at 11:00 a.m. at the Student Center. Information about the Multicultural Greek Council and its chapters can be found at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.mgc-gatech.com\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.mgc-gatech.com\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENational Pan-Hellenic Council\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is the governing body for seven historically African American fraternities and sororities. There are four fraternities and three sororities in NPHC. The chapters coordinate and implement their own new member process, which is commonly referred to as \u0026ldquo;membership intake.\u0026rdquo; NPHC will cohost a Greek Convocation in early September. Information about NPHC and the member chapters can be found at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.nphc.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.nphc.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you or your student has any questions about the councils or their recruitment and membership intake processes, please contact the Office of Greek Affairs at 404.894.2002 or visit us online at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.greek.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.greek.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Jamison Keller, Ed.D., Assistant Dean and Director of Greek Affairs"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Georgia Institute of Technology views the fraternity and sorority experience as a significant opportunity for student learning and involvement."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:50:44","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:50:44","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594210":{"#nid":"594210","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Undergraduate Research and Student Innovation: The Skills to Shape Our World","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIf your student is ready for a challenge, likes working beyond the traditional boundaries of coursework, and wants to participate in something \u0026ldquo;hands-on,\u0026rdquo; then undergraduate research is a must. Georgia Tech is a leading research university and provides extraordinary opportunities for students to enter the exciting world of discovery and innovation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOpportunities for research experience are available year-round, either for course credit or for pay. Research classes for credit count toward free electives in most majors and discipline-specific electives in others. Faculty mentors may hire students as research assistants, or students may receive funding through the President\u0026rsquo;s Undergraduate Research Award (PURA) \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/pura\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/pura\u003C\/a\u003E. Options for research also include full-time summer experiences, both on- and off-campus, and international research.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile open to all students, students planning to pursue graduate degrees or a future career in research and development industries should consider a more robust research experience: the Research Option \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/research-option\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/urop.gatech.edu\/research-option\u003C\/a\u003E. It is an excellent way to gain valuable skills and experience into applied or basic research, thus bolstering their graduate school preparation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo take the student research initiative even further, the Institute has placed an increasing emphasis on students thinking and acting innovatively, hence the creation of the InVenture Prize Competition \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.inventureprize.gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.inventureprize.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Starting with the student\u0026rsquo;s own idea, faculty mentors help lead students through a process that culminates in a final, on-stage competition which is broadcast live on public television. From idea to innovation, concept to prototype, problem to solution, the InVenture Prize Competition helps develop individuals who not only have the technical know-how, but also are entrepreneurially savvy.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor additional information, visit the UROP website at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.urop.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.urop.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. Student may also follow us on Facebook or contact us at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:urop@gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Europ@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Christopher Reaves, Ph.D., Director, Undergraduate Research and Student Innovation Allyson Tant, Program Coordinator, Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"If your student is ready for a challenge, likes working beyond the traditional boundaries of coursework, and wants to participate in something \u201chands-on,\u201d then undergraduate research is a must."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:49:03","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:49:03","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594209":{"#nid":"594209","#data":{"type":"news","title":"OUE: Enhancing Your Undergraduate Academic Experience","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Office of Undergraduate Education (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oue.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eoue.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) is comprised of several departments that provide programs and services that enrich the learning experience of undergraduates. Whether your student needs help with a challenging course; wants to identify an undergraduate research opportunity; or plans to find a co-op or internship position, OUE can help.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Center for Academic Success (CAS) provides students with services to guide them with earning their degree, to enhance their study habits and to support them in academic areas in which they desire personal improvement. One example of their programs is the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/success-summit\u0022\u003ESuccess Summit\u003C\/a\u003E. This is a half-day program, offered at the beginning of each semester, designed for students who want to enhance their academic skills. They learn strategies for time management, study skills, developing resilience and grit, test taking, overcoming test anxiety, learning strategies and goal setting. The Fall Summit will be held on August 18 in Clough 273 from 1-5 p.m. Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Esuccess.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E to learn more about this program and to register for the upcoming session.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Center for Academic Enrichment (CAE) gives students the opportunity to engage with one another and faculty in research and innovation programs, academic seminars, campus-wide engagement programs, living-learning communities, and other events in which they can share ideas, explore possibilities, and take initiative. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/enrichment.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eenrichment.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Center for Serve-Learn-Sustain (CSLS) facilitates campus-wide, interdisciplinary efforts linking teaching, research, and action to create sustainable communities, in Georgia, the United States, and around the globe. CSLS convenes faculty, post-doctoral fellows, staff, students, and off-campus partners to examine key themes related to sustainable community-building and to support new directions in research, teaching, and action related to engineering, science, technology, design, and policy. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/serve-learn-sustain.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Eserve-learn-sustain.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Center for Career Discovery and Development (C2D2) provides career education, resources, and experiential opportunities to Georgia Tech students across all majors. C2D2 helps students find employment in private, public, and non-profit sectors, prepare for graduate and professional school, explore entrepreneurship, and pursue research careers or fellowships, become involved with community or public service, and much more. C2D2 also helps place students in co-op and Internship programs while they are still students. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/careerdiscovery.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ecareerdiscovery.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Honors Program (HP) combines the challenging academic standards of one of the world\u0026#39;s finest research universities with the closer student-faculty connections one might expect to find at smaller colleges. Its mission is to create a lively environment where students and faculty members learn from each other through a common commitment to intellectual inquiry, careful analysis, and energetic exchange of ideas. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/honorsprogram.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ehonorsprogram.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of Undergraduate Education (oue.gatech.edu) is comprised of several departments that provide programs and services that enrich the learning experience of undergraduates."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:47:14","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:47:14","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594208":{"#nid":"594208","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Practicing Safety at Tech","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EProviding a safe and secure environment, while sustaining and nurturing an open campus, is Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s top priority. The Georgia Tech Police Department (\u0026ldquo;GTPD\u0026rdquo;) is a fully operational, nationally accredited state agency, devoted to the protection of the campus and its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Each of our 86 sworn officers have authority to enforce laws as well as Institute regulations. They issue citations, make arrests, and are the first to respond to all campus emergencies.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOfficers patrol the campus 24-hours a day, on foot, motorcycle, bicycle, car, ATV, and Segway (sometimes with a K-9 companion) \u0026ndash; but it is important to remember we are located in a large, urban environment. Whether your student is just beginning their college experience or returning to Tech, they should understand and embrace the following tips to reduce the chance of being a victim of crime.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPersonal Safety\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.livesafe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ELiveSafe\u003C\/a\u003E, a powerful safety app, was selected by Georgia Tech students and is a free download for mobile phones. Features include \u0026ldquo;GoSafe,\u0026rdquo; which invites roommates, friends, and family to virtually follow students as they travel from one location to another (particularly helpful after a late night studying session).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIn an event of an emergency, students can contact GTPD through LiveSafe or by calling 404.894.2500. We encourage students to program this number into their cell phones, in addition to downloading the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides free \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.police.gatech.edu\/crime-prevention\/safety-programs\u0022\u003Etraining and safety classes\u003C\/a\u003E in self-defense, alcohol safety, and emergency preparedness.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf a suspicious or armed person demands their property, students should comply with the request, then immediately seek police assistance. There are more than 500 emergency \u0026ldquo;blue\u0026rdquo; phones located inside and outside buildings throughout the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECrime Prevention Tips\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most common crimes on campus are thefts of opportunity. Students should never walk away from their belongings or leave them unsecured.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents who have vehicles on campus should remove or hide all valuables to help prevent break-ins. Leaving any items in plain view \u0026mdash; GPS devices, laptops, purses, spare change, books, and gym bags \u0026mdash;increases the risk for a vehicle break-in.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAll residence halls have key or secure-card entry. Students should be wary of anyone who attempts entry without a key.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWhen not in their room, or when asleep, students should keep all doors and windows locked.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/security.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ECybertheft\u003C\/a\u003E is on the rise. Students should report to GTPD any kind of unsolicited demand for money or investment \u0026ldquo;opportunity\u0026rdquo; they receive, especially from someone who claims to represent the U.S. government.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf students see anything suspicious, they should contact the GTPD immediately. We\u0026rsquo;re happy to investigate any cause for concern.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOther Safety Measures\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most commonly stolen items are bicycles. Purchase a good quality U-lock to secure bicycles, and a good quality bicycle helmet as well. Georgia Tech is located in a heavily traveled urban area, and cyclists are required to ride the roads and obey all motor vehicle laws.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents are required to enter emergency contact information on Buzzport. Click on the red phone icon after logging in at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/buzzport.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ebuzzport.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGT Parking \u0026amp; Transportation Services provides after-hours transport options, including the Midnight Rambler and the Stingerette, so students do not have to walk on campus after dark. Students can request Stingerette rides through the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides after-hours escorts for students who feel unsafe.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.counseling.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Counseling Center\u003C\/a\u003E offers stress management and wellness workshops, as well as free counseling and emergency services for students.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EHousing staff are on duty 24-hours a day if students lose their keys.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD offers many free services including laptop engraving and bicycle registration to help the recovery process in the event of theft.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECampus-wide emergency alerts are delivered through an outdoor siren warning system and to classrooms through computers and projectors that are connected to the campus computer network. In addition, the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/prepare.gatech.edu\/emergency-notification\/gtens\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Emergency Notification System (GTENS)\u003C\/a\u003E alerts students to campus-wide emergencies via email. Students can opt into additional voice and text messages by registering at buzzport.gatech.edu.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD collaborates with the Atlanta Police Department to increase public safety around the perimeter of the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can learn earn much more about safety on campus by talking with an officer, exploring our website, \u003Ca href=\u0022file:\/\/\/vpsa.nas.gatech.edu\/parents\/Parents%20Program%20Files\/Communication\/ParentNews\/2016-2017\/www.police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.police.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, and following GTPD on Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u0022\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u003C\/a\u003E, Instagram @GaTechPD, and Twitter @GaTechPD. The Office of Emergency Preparedness (a Division of GTPD) also provides emergency information and updates through \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.prepare.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.prepare.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u0022\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u003C\/a\u003E and Twitter @GTPDalerts.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe men and women of the Georgia Tech Police Department are available 24\/7\/365 and are dedicated to campus safety. Please don\u0026rsquo;t hesitate to contact us for any reason.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe look forward to a safe and productive year!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERob Connolly\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nChief of Police\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EA Safer Community, Together\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Rob Connolly, Georgia Tech Chief of Police"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Providing a safe and secure environment, while sustaining and nurturing an open campus, is Georgia Tech\u2019s top priority."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:43:22","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:43:22","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022file:\/\/\/vpsa.nas.gatech.edu\/parents\/Parents%20Program%20Files\/Communication\/ParentNews\/2016-2017\/www.police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.police.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594207":{"#nid":"594207","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Welcome Back: From the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELike many of you, I\u0026rsquo;m asking the question \u0026ldquo;where did the summer go?\u0026rdquo; It\u0026rsquo;s hard to believe that we are days away from beginning yet another exciting academic year. The start of an academic year is a new beginning, a time filled with hope and possibility.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThroughout the summer I met many of you as you brought your son or daughter to FASET Orientation as a new first-year student or transfer student. For returning parents, it is the start of another year \u0026hellip; maybe the second, third, fourth, or fifth. For everyone, new and returning, each year presents many opportunities for your student to explore his or her options through involvement in both curricular and co-curricular experiences.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPersonally, I always enjoy the start of a new academic year \u0026mdash; it is a time filled with emotion and fanfare. It is easy to get caught up in the excitement of seeing newly enrolled students and their families move in to the residence halls and put all the pieces in place to start their new experience. Our returning students come back to campus with stories of their study abroad adventures or co-op, internship, or work experiences. It is also a time to reconnect with faculty or meet new faculty and staff who have recently arrived at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor some parents it is potentially a time filled with emotion and some worry. This is a very normal response. Rest assured there are support services for both you and your student. The reality is, we are only a telephone call or email away. I recommend that parents take advantage of all the services, programs, and support Georgia Tech offers, particularly our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.studentaffairs.gatech.edu\/parents\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EParent \u0026amp; Family Programs\u003C\/a\u003E (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.parents.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.parents.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E). Being involved with our Parent \u0026amp; Family Program is one of the best means to stay informed about life at Georgia Tech, important deadlines\/dates, and ways you can become more engaged with the Tech community.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll of our students will experience many new and wonderful things over the next few months and academic year. I ask that you, as parents, encourage your student to take advantage of all Georgia Tech has to offer, both in and out of the classroom. And if you feel that your student could benefit from the support services offered at Georgia Tech, please advise him or her to seek help quickly. Identifying and addressing issues early on offers students a greater opportunity to succeed.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech is a wonderful place filled with great opportunities and challenges, and the Division of Student Life is here to serve you and your student. Please do not hesitate to contact me with a question or feedback, or just to let me know how your son\/daughter is enjoying the Georgia Tech experience. I can be reached at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:john.stein@studentlife.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ejohn.stein@studentlife.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or 404.894.6367. Go Jackets!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"John M. Stein, Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Like many of you, I\u2019m asking the question \u201cwhere did the summer go?\u201d It\u2019s hard to believe that we are days away from beginning yet another exciting academic year."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:39:19","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:39:19","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594206":{"#nid":"594206","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Family Weekend 2017","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EEnjoy a special weekend created for our Georgia Tech families! Year after year, we look forward to celebrating what makes Georgia Tech a great place to be with more than 3,000 participants from more than 40 states and eight countries.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJoin with other Yellow Jacket families as we host Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Family Weekend on Friday, October 27 - Sunday, October 29. This exciting weekend of activities includes a special presentation by President Peterson, stimulating presentations by faculty and staff, College and School receptions, Fall Festival on Tech Green, Georgia Tech vs. Clemson Football Viewing Party in McCamish Pavilion, Halloween Holla 5K Run and Walk, student performances, family bowling at Tech Rec, a special evening with Arts@Tech, a Jazz Brunch with Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students John Stein, community service, and more!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECost: $30 per adult; $15 per Georgia Tech student; $10 per youth (ages 8-17); free for children ages 7 and under with registered guests. A student registration is required for participation. Some events are an additional charge, such as the Arts@Tech event and Jazz Brunch. Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/familyweekend\/\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/familyweekend\/\u003C\/a\u003E to learn more. Registration will open on September 1. Registration closes for Family Weekend on Thursday, October 12\u003Cstrong\u003E. \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Join with other Yellow Jacket families as we host Georgia Tech\u2019s Family Weekend on Friday, October 27 - Sunday, October 29."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:35:55","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:35:55","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EParent \u0026amp; Family Programs\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nLaci Weeden, Director\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nparents@gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594204":{"#nid":"594204","#data":{"type":"news","title":"New Student Convocation - Fall 2017","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIncoming freshman are encouraged to attend New Student Convocation on Sunday, August 20,\u0026nbsp;from 5 - 6 p.m. Just as Commencement is a ceremony that marks the completion of study, New Student Convocation celebrates a student\u0026#39;s entry into higher education and serves as the Institute\u0026#39;s official welcome to the campus community. During the ceremony, we acquaint new students with Georgia Tech\u0026#39;s mission and traditions. Students and guests are asked to dress appropriately in smart casual attire. Convocation will be streamed live and will also be available to watch the following week on YouTube. The link to watch it live will be posted on Sunday, August 20, on this \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.specialevents.gatech.edu\/about\/events\/convocation\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E. For more information visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.specialevents.gatech.edu\/about\/events\/convocation\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.specialevents.gatech.edu\/about\/events\/convocation\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Just as Commencement is a ceremony that marks the completion of study, New Student Convocation celebrates a student\u0027s entry into higher education and serves as the Institute\u0027s official welcome to the campus community."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:30:27","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 12:30:27","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EParent \u0026amp; Family Programs\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nparents@gatech.edu\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nwww.parents.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"594202":{"#nid":"594202","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Burdell\u0027s Brunch 2017","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ENew families to Georgia Tech are invited to join us for brunch on Sunday, August 20, as we celebrate the beginning of a new academic year at Georgia Tech. Burdell\u0026rsquo;s Brunch is open to parents, family members and guests of all new Georgia Tech students which includes first year and transfer students. Hosted by the Parent \u0026amp; Family Programs, this event will provide families an opportunity to hear from President Peterson and members of the Institute\u0026rsquo;s leadership team as well as to meet other Georgia Tech families. Select faculty and staff will also be in attendance to share their perspectives and answer any questions.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information and to purchase your tickets to Burdell\u0026rsquo;s Brunch, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/content\/burdells-brunch\u0022\u003Eclick here\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"New families to Georgia Tech are invited to join us for brunch on Sunday, August 20, as we celebrate the beginning of a new academic year at Georgia Tech."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-08-09 11:56:57","changed_gmt":"2017-08-09 11:56:57","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-08-09T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EParent \u0026amp; Family Programs\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nparents@gatech.edu\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eparents.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592778":{"#nid":"592778","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech Football: Together We Swarm","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EStudent season tickets start at $49 and include guaranteed admission to all home games, including the Whiteout against North Carolina, Homecoming versus Wake Forest and the annual showdown versus the Georgia Bulldogs!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EThe only way to guarantee a student ticket to the season opener versus Tennessee in the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium is by purchasing a student season ticket.\u003C\/strong\u003E At this time, only student season ticket holders will be given the opportunity to purchase student tickets to the Chick-fil-A Kickoff game vs. Tennessee. Tickets are priced at a special student price of $35 per ticket (limit 1 per student). Quantities are limited. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/gatech.fan-one.com\/r\/?id=h3fc0c14a,8f698c0,8f8acde\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EClick Here to Purchase\u003C\/a\u003E tickets today!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Student season tickets start at $49 and include guaranteed admission to all home games"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-16 18:34:06","changed_gmt":"2017-06-16 18:34:06","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-16T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-16T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592748":{"#nid":"592748","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech Dining","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESummer Meal Plans\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf your student will be joining us this summer, Summer Meal Plans are available for your convenience! Visit our website for more information: gatechdining.com\/dining-plans\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFall Meal Plans\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFreshman Experience students are automatically signed up for the \u003Cem\u003EFreshman Connect.\u003C\/em\u003E Students not participating in Freshman Experience students have several meal plan options available to them, including dining point only plans. Visit our website to learn more: gatechdining.com\/dining-plans\/fall-plans\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWest Village Opening Fall 2017\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYour student will be one of the first to experience the new dining facility! West Village Dining is best described as a community food experience, with innovative cuisine, modern facilities, and convenient payment options. Akin to a modern food hall or market, the culinary features at West Village offer a fresh, food-forward approach to urban campus life, including seven diverse dining locations. Five micro-restaurants boast the in-house culinary expertise of our certified executive chef team, and national brands Panera Bread and a fully licensed Starbucks will round out the portfolio. To learn more, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatechdining.com\/dining-choices\/west-village.html\u0022\u003Egatechdining.com\/dining-choices\/west-village\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBe sure to follow Georgia Tech Dining on Facebook and Twitter for pop-up contests as we introduce West Village to the GT community.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMeet Our Culinary Team and Campus Dietitian\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech Dining wants to help make your student\u0026rsquo;s transition to Georgia Tech as smooth as possible. We offer consultations and tours to help guide you and your student to a healthy and well-rounded dining experience. Schedule a meeting to discuss your student\u0026rsquo;s nutritional needs and how GT Dining can help your student. Schedule a private consultation with GT Dining\u0026rsquo;s Dietitian to review all campus dining options. Contact Amber Johnson at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:amber.johnson@health.gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eamber.johnson@health.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or call 404-894-3710 for more information.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Learn more about all of the meal plans, services and dining facilities offered through Georgia Tech Dining."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:39:35","changed_gmt":"2017-06-16 18:18:27","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592746":{"#nid":"592746","#data":{"type":"news","title":"GT 1000 \u0026 GT 2000: Essential Courses for First-Year and Transfer Students","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAt Georgia Tech, we have an informal expression that says we don\u0026rsquo;t admit students, we admit graduates. One of the first steps a new freshman can take towards his or her goal of graduating with a degree from Georgia Tech is enrolling in GT 1000, our first-year seminar course. Coordinated by the Center for Academic Enrichment, GT 1000 is a one-hour (one credit), letter-graded course that helps first-year students adjust to a new environment and make the most of their experience at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more than 30 years, Georgia Tech has offered a first-year seminar. The data consistently show that, on average, students who successfully complete GT 1000 and participate in the Residence Life\u0026rsquo;s Freshman Experience program perform better academically than those who do not. Through GT 1000, students learn strategies that promote academic, social, and professional success. In addition, classes employ upper-class students as team leaders, who volunteer to work with the instructor to facilitate small group interaction and offer mentorship, advice, and support to freshmen.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps most importantly, each class has upper-class students who serve as Team Leaders. They volunteer to work with the instructor to facilitate small group interaction and offer mentorship, advice, and support to the first-years.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are three types of GT 1000 sections: discipline-specific, cohort, and interdisciplinary. While the curriculum taught is the same for all sections, there are some differences. Descriptions of the sections are available on \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.enrichment.gatech.edu\/gt-1000-first-year-seminar\u0022\u003Eour website\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis fall, there are more than 100 sections of GT 1000 that will accommodate virtually any class schedule. If your student does not register for GT 1000 during FASET, he or she will have the opportunity to register during Phase II of registration, which will run August 12-25. If you or your student has any questions about the course including registration, contact Lacy Hodges at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:nirmal.trivedi@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Egt1000@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or 404.385.7648.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to GT 1000, Tech is introducing a new course called GT 2000: Transfer Student Seminar. This course also provides support to new Georgia Tech students, but is designed specifically for those students who transfer to Tech from other colleges and universities. It was originally offered as a special topics course and has now been approved as a standard course offering.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESix sections of GT 2000 will be offered this Fall. For more information about the class, please visit the Center for Academic Enrichment\u0026rsquo;s website for the course schedule and more information (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/enrichment.gatech.edu\/gt2000\u0022\u003EGT 2000\u003C\/a\u003E). If you or your student has any questions about either course, including registration, contact Lacy Hodges at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:lacy.hodges@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Elacy.hodges@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or 404-385-8135.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Lacy Hodges, Assistant Director for Academic Transition Programs"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"At Georgia Tech, we have an informal expression that says we don\u2019t admit students, we admit graduates."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:29:58","changed_gmt":"2017-06-16 18:17:41","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592749":{"#nid":"592749","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Important Information for Students Receiving Immunotherapy (Allergy Injections)","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EHello from Stamps Health Services (SHS), the student health center on Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s campus. We are looking forward to assisting your student with their healthcare needs while at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have a student that would like to continue allergy injections while at Georgia Tech, please visit our website at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.health.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ewww.health.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E and click on \u0026ldquo;Services\u0026rdquo; and then select \u0026ldquo;Allergy Injections\u0026rdquo; from the drop down box. We require that all students receiving allergy injections at Stamps Health Services have an Atlanta allergist. Your student will be required to visit one of the allergists listed on our website or another allergist in Atlanta prior to receiving any injections at SHS. This is an effort to streamline orders and have a local Allergist available for consult in the event of changes and\/or problems with your student\u0026rsquo;s immunotherapy regimen or reactions to their prescribed injections. \u003Cstrong\u003ESHS does not have an allergist on staff and will not make decisions regarding immunotherapy treatment. As a service to our students, we administer allergy injections only. \u003C\/strong\u003EYou may call 404-385-4995 with any questions about your student\u0026rsquo;s allergy injections.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Important Information for Students Receiving Immunotherapy (Allergy Injections)"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:40:26","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:40:26","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592747":{"#nid":"592747","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Going Global with Georgia Tech!","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech is unique in the breadth and depth of opportunities open to students. Undergraduates who yearn to explore the world while advancing their degree progress and developing professional skills can do so without breaking the bank. Tech offers students the opportunity to study abroad on 120 different programs that span every continent and academic discipline; the chance to do global internships to broaden their professional acumen; and the opportunity to combine these experiences by participating in the award-winning International Plan. There are so many academic, professional, and personal advantages that students gain by going global.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information on these opportunities, please come to the FASET educational session, visit us at a FASET Resource Fair, or visit: http:\/\/oie.gatech.edu. \u0026nbsp;We look forward to meeting you!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech is unique in the breadth and depth of opportunities open to students. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:38:20","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:38:20","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EOffice of International Education\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n631 Cherry Street, 211 Savant Bldg., Atlanta, GA 30332-0284\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nPhone: 404-894-7475\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nWebsite: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eoie.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592745":{"#nid":"592745","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Living Learning Communities at Georgia Tech, and How Your Student Can Get Involved","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA Brief History of LLCs\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELiving Learning Communities (LLC) are an academic strategy that link academics to on-campus living. Higher education is no stranger to the concept of living learning communities; and neither is Georgia Tech. Each Georgia Tech community is an integrated experience that promotes interactions between faculty and students, fosters collaboration among students, improves student GPA, enhances campus and\u0026nbsp;civic engagement, increases retention, and eases both the academic and social transition to college.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe oldest LLCs on campus are Women, Science and Technology and International House; beginning almost 20 years ago. In the past 10 years, the Honors Program and Grand Challenges were introduced and were the first LLCs on campus to admit first-year students. The proven success of these programs has led to the development of even more LLCs.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELLCs in the Present\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn Spring 2017, there are three communities exclusively for upper-class students and three communities that students are admitted to as first-year students. The latter have the option to continue in some capacity as upper-class students. Beginning in the Fall 2017 semester, Georgia Tech will offer two communities for upper-class students, and four communities for first-year students.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGet Involved with LLCs on Campus \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u0026rsquo;re interested in joining an LLC, they are currently recruiting for the Fall 2017 cohort for the Honors Program, Grand Challenges, Science, Math, Research Training (SMaRT) and our newest LLC offered by the College of Sciences \u0026ndash; Science, Health, and Related Professions (SHaRP). You can visit the LLC site (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.llc.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Ellc.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E) to learn more about LLCs at Tech and their current communities.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Cory Hopkins, Communications Specialist for the Office of Undergraduate Education"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Living Learning Communities (LLC) are an academic strategy that link academics to on-campus living. Higher education is no stranger to the concept of living learning communities; and neither is Georgia Tech. 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The Georgia Tech Police Department (GTPD) is a nationally accredited state agency devoted to the protection of the campus and its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. All sworn officers have authority to enforce laws as well as Institute regulations. They issue citations, make arrests, and are the first to respond to all campus emergencies.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMore than 86 sworn police officers patrol the campus 24-hours a day, but it is important to remember we are located in a large, urban environment. As your student begins college at Tech, they should understand and embrace the following tips to reduce the chance of being a victim of crime.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPersonal Safety\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.livesafe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ELiveSafe\u003C\/a\u003E, a powerful safety app, was selected by Georgia Tech students and is a free download for mobile phones. Features include \u0026ldquo;GoSafe,\u0026rdquo; which invites roommates, friends, and family to virtually follow students as they travel from one location to another (particularly helpful after a late night studying session).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIn an event of an emergency, students can contact GTPD through LiveSafe or by calling 404.894.2500. We encourage students to program this number into their cell phones, in addition to downloading the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides free training and safety classes in self-defense, alcohol safety, and emergency preparedness.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf a suspicious or armed person demands their property, students should comply with the request, then immediately seek police assistance. There are more than 500 emergency \u0026ldquo;blue\u0026rdquo; phones located inside and outside buildings throughout the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECrime Prevention Tips\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most common crimes on campus are thefts of opportunity. Students should never walk away from their belongings or leave them unsecured.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents who have vehicles on campus should remove or hide all valuables to help prevent break-ins. Leaving any items in plain view \u0026mdash; GPS devices, laptops, purses, spare change, books, and gym bags \u0026mdash; increases the risk for a vehicle break-in.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAll residence halls have key or secure-card entry. Students should be wary of anyone who attempts entry without a key.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWhen not in their room, or when asleep, students should keep all doors and windows locked.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECybertheft is on the rise. Students should report to GTPD any kind of unsolicited demand for money or investment \u0026ldquo;opportunity\u0026rdquo; they receive, especially from someone who claims to represent the U.S. government.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf students see anything suspicious, they should contact the GTPD immediately. We\u0026rsquo;re happy to investigate any cause for concern.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOther Safety Measures\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents are required to enter emergency contact information on Buzzport. Click on the red phone icon after logging in at buzzport.gatech.edu.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGeorgia Tech provides after-hours transport options, including the Midnight Rambler and the Stingerette, so students do not have to walk on campus after dark. Students can request Stingerette rides through the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides after-hours escorts for any students who request them.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD offers many free services including laptop engraving and bicycle registration to help the recovery process in the event of theft.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECampus-wide emergency alerts are delivered through an outdoor siren warning system and to classrooms through computers and projectors that are connected to the campus computer network. In addition, the Georgia Tech Emergency Notification System (GTENS) alerts students to campus-wide emergencies via email. Students can opt into additional voice and text messages by registering at buzzport.gatech.edu.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD collaborates with the Atlanta Police Department to increase public safety around the perimeter of the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can learn earn much more about safety on campus by talking with an officer, exploring our website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Epolice.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, and following GTPD on Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u0022\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u003C\/a\u003E, Instagram @GaTechPD, and Twitter @GaTechPD. The Office of Emergency Preparedness (a Division of GTPD) also provides emergency information and updates through Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u0022\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u003C\/a\u003E and Twitter @GTPDalerts.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe look forward to a safe and productive year!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Providing a safe and secure environment, while sustaining and nurturing an open campus, is Georgia Tech\u2019s top priority."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:09:02","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:09:02","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592743":{"#nid":"592743","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Practicing Safety at Tech","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EProviding a safe and secure environment, while sustaining and nurturing an open campus, is Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s top priority. The Georgia Tech Police Department (GTPD) is a nationally accredited state agency devoted to the protection of the campus and its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. All sworn officers have authority to enforce laws as well as Institute regulations. They issue citations, make arrests, and are the first to respond to all campus emergencies.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMore than 86 sworn police officers patrol the campus 24-hours a day, but it is important to remember we are located in a large, urban environment. As your student begins college at Tech, they should understand and embrace the following tips to reduce the chance of being a victim of crime.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPersonal Safety\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.livesafe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003ELiveSafe\u003C\/a\u003E, a powerful safety app, was selected by Georgia Tech students and is a free download for mobile phones. Features include \u0026ldquo;GoSafe,\u0026rdquo; which invites roommates, friends, and family to virtually follow students as they travel from one location to another (particularly helpful after a late night studying session).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIn an event of an emergency, students can contact GTPD through LiveSafe or by calling 404.894.2500. We encourage students to program this number into their cell phones, in addition to downloading the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides free training and safety classes in self-defense, alcohol safety, and emergency preparedness.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf a suspicious or armed person demands their property, students should comply with the request, then immediately seek police assistance. There are more than 500 emergency \u0026ldquo;blue\u0026rdquo; phones located inside and outside buildings throughout the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECrime Prevention Tips\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EThe most common crimes on campus are thefts of opportunity. Students should never walk away from their belongings or leave them unsecured.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents who have vehicles on campus should remove or hide all valuables to help prevent break-ins. Leaving any items in plain view \u0026mdash; GPS devices, laptops, purses, spare change, books, and gym bags \u0026mdash; increases the risk for a vehicle break-in.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAll residence halls have key or secure-card entry. Students should be wary of anyone who attempts entry without a key.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWhen not in their room, or when asleep, students should keep all doors and windows locked.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECybertheft is on the rise. Students should report to GTPD any kind of unsolicited demand for money or investment \u0026ldquo;opportunity\u0026rdquo; they receive, especially from someone who claims to represent the U.S. government.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIf students see anything suspicious, they should contact the GTPD immediately. We\u0026rsquo;re happy to investigate any cause for concern.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOther Safety Measures\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EStudents are required to enter emergency contact information on Buzzport. Click on the red phone icon after logging in at buzzport.gatech.edu.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGeorgia Tech provides after-hours transport options, including the Midnight Rambler and the Stingerette, so students do not have to walk on campus after dark. Students can request Stingerette rides through the LiveSafe app.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD provides after-hours escorts for any students who request them.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD offers many free services including laptop engraving and bicycle registration to help the recovery process in the event of theft.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECampus-wide emergency alerts are delivered through an outdoor siren warning system and to classrooms through computers and projectors that are connected to the campus computer network. In addition, the Georgia Tech Emergency Notification System (GTENS) alerts students to campus-wide emergencies via email. Students can opt into additional voice and text messages by registering at buzzport.gatech.edu.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EGTPD collaborates with the Atlanta Police Department to increase public safety around the perimeter of the campus.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can learn earn much more about safety on campus by talking with an officer, exploring our website, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/police.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Epolice.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E, and following GTPD on Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u0022\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/GaTechPD\u003C\/a\u003E, Instagram @GaTechPD, and Twitter @GaTechPD. The Office of Emergency Preparedness (a Division of GTPD) also provides emergency information and updates through Facebook \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u0022\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/GTEmergency\u003C\/a\u003E and Twitter @GTPDalerts.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe look forward to a safe and productive year!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Providing a safe and secure environment, while sustaining and nurturing an open campus, is Georgia Tech\u2019s top priority."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:09:02","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:09:02","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592741":{"#nid":"592741","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Is \u0022Going Greek\u0022 Right for Your Student?","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EWhat if there were an organization your student could join that would make him or her more likely to return for a second year, more likely to graduate, possibly more involved, and academically supported during his or her time at Georgia Tech? There are many unique benefits for students who join a fraternity or sorority at Georgia Tech. These organizations, among the oldest establishments on campus, provide a vital social outlet that teaches leadership skills, pushes them through and civic engagement, and produces a happier, well-rounded student.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBecoming Greek can be an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to gain additional learning and support, get involved, and connect with their peers. Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.greek.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Egreek.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E to learn more about the programs and educational opportunities provided by our community as well as information about the upcoming recruitment period this fall. Attending an event to learn more does not obligate your student in any of these organizations, so encourage your student to find out more. We look forward to seeing you and your student at FASET!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Becoming Greek can be an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to gain additional learning and support, get involved, and connect with their peers."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:04:37","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:04:37","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592740":{"#nid":"592740","#data":{"type":"news","title":"TECH TREKS SOUTHEAST: An Outdoor Orientation Experience like None Other","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EJoin incoming Georgia Tech classmates for a three-day rock climbing, rafting and camping adventure. Challenge yourself on this high-adventure freshman orientation trip! Meet new friends including upper-class mentors. It is a great kick-off to a great experience at Georgia Tech!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETech Treks trips do not interfere with any FASET session.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech Treks Southeast 2017\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESession\u0026nbsp;A:\u003C\/strong\u003E Friday, July 7,\u0026nbsp;5 p.m. \u0026ndash; Sunday, July 9, 6 p.m.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESession\u0026nbsp;B: \u003C\/strong\u003ESaturday, July 15,\u0026nbsp;9 a.m. \u0026ndash; Monday, July 17, 8 a.m.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESession\u0026nbsp;C:\u003C\/strong\u003E Friday, July 21, 5 p. m. \u0026ndash; Sunday, July 23, 6 p. m.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESession\u0026nbsp;D:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003EFriday, July 28, 5 p. m. \u0026ndash; Monday, July 31,\u0026nbsp;8 a.m.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESession\u0026nbsp;E: \u003C\/strong\u003EFriday, August 11,\u0026nbsp;9 a. m. \u0026ndash; Sunday, August 13, 8 a.m.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESession F:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003EWednesday, August 16, 5 p. m. \u0026ndash; Friday, August 18, 6 p. m.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information visit:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.crc.gatech.edu\/tech-treks-south-east\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.crc.gatech.edu\/tech-treks-south-east\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Join incoming Georgia Tech classmates for a three-day rock climbing, rafting and camping adventure. Challenge yourself on this high-adventure freshman orientation trip! "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:02:27","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:02:27","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592739":{"#nid":"592739","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Fall Move-In","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Housing Department is excited about the arrival of our new residents this fall. We know that parents have many questions about this move, and we want to provide some of the answers. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/applicants-parents\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003ETo Parents\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E page on our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E is a good place to begin.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn a few weeks detailed move-in instructions will be posted on our \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/Pages\/default.aspx\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C\/a\u003E which will give you important dates, times, locations, and directions. There will be specific links for Freshmen, Returning Undergraduates, Transfer, and Graduate students. Also, have your student monitor his\/her email. New Freshmen may move in on Thursday and Friday, August 17-18, and all other residents move in Saturday and Sunday, August 19-20.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen students are packing, they (and their parents) should use our \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/housing.gatech.edu\/move-in-items-to-bring\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003EItems to Bring\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E page for suggestions. Don\u0026rsquo;t let them pack too much, and encourage communication between roommates to avoid duplicate items.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents can view their room assignment and roommate(s) information in the online \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003Eapplication\u003C\/a\u003E. If a room change is desired, he\/she can do this using the Room Swap tab in the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/login.gatech.edu\/cas\/login?service=https%3a%2f%2fstarrez.housing.gatech.edu%2fstarrezportal%2fSite%2fGATECH%2fCAS.aspx\u0022\u003Eapplication\u003C\/a\u003E. It is best if all room changes are completed online prior to checking out the room key in August. If your student has not applied for housing, but would like to do so, the application is still open.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Assignment Staff for the Department of Housing is available to assist you and your student with questions you may have about housing. Call, email, or come to the Central Office. Thank you for choosing to have your student live in Georgia Tech on-campus housing. We value your trust and hope that it is a successful year for all of our residents!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Georgia Tech Housing Department is excited about the arrival of our new residents this fall. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:01:19","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 19:01:19","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGeorgia Tech Department of Housing\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n353 Ferst Drive, NW\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAtlanta, GA 30332-0459\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n404.894.2470\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:information@housing.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Einformation@housing.gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["information@housing.gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592738":{"#nid":"592738","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Welcome International Parents","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELiving in a new country far from the familiar faces of family and friends is a challenge commonly faced by international students and their parents. The Office of International Education\u0026rsquo;s (OIE) ISSS advisors serve as a resource related to immigration, visas, academic and personal adjustment matters. We advocate for the large and diverse population of international students and scholars at Georgia Tech and partner with our colleagues across campus to create an environment where international students and scholars are able to make a well-integrated transition to Georgia Tech through diverse cultural, educational, and leadership opportunities.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe value that international students, scholars, and faculty bring to the Georgia Tech community is unquestioned. Our president recently stated, \u0026ldquo;Georgia Tech has grown into one of the most global research universities in the nation. The overall student body attracts students from 127 countries, and 54 percent of our B.S. degree recipients have an international experience prior to graduation. I am particularly proud of the Georgia Tech community for its broad global perspective, its welcoming environment and its ability to come together to address challenges in a positive manner. I know that I speak on behalf of the entire Georgia Tech community when I say we are enormously proud of our international students and the international scholars who have contributed to Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s reputation, and are a key component of our 25-year Strategic Plan with its global focus. Georgia Tech is a stronger, better place because of the contributions of our international community. You are welcome here, and you are valued.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYour student receives pre-arrival communication from OIE available at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/isss\/pre-arrival-communication\u0022\u003Eoie.gatech.edu\/isss\/pre-arrival-communication\u003C\/a\u003E which includes variety of guidance about the student visa application process, preparing for arrival to Atlanta, and the OIE online check-in process which is required prior to registering for classes. Students are encouraged to begin the OIE check-in process using \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/istart.gatech.edu\/istart\/controllers\/start\/start.cfm\u0022\u003EiStart\u003C\/a\u003E before leaving home. The last step, which includes meeting an international student advisor, will take place after arriving to the U.S. Advisors will be stationed in the Clough Commons from Thursday, August 10, through Friday, August 19, to assist the more than 1,500 international students who will be new to Georgia Tech in Fall 2017! Complete details about the International Student Check-In is at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/isss-check-in\u0022\u003Eoie.gatech.edu\/isss-check-in\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe International Student Welcome Series will be held August 14-24. Students attending these events will have the opportunity to meet other new international students, the ISSS staff and hear from seasoned international students who will offer their perspective for new student success. International Student Welcome Series includes a number of informational sessions which supplement FASET Orientation and address a variety of topics that are essential and of interest to international students. Complete details about the Welcome Series is available at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/isss\/welcome-series\u0022\u003Eoie.gatech.edu\/isss\/welcome-series\u003C\/a\u003E. Participation is strongly encouraged, although the \u0026ldquo;How to Succeed as an F-1 or J-1 Student\u0026rdquo; session is mandatory.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe look forward to meeting and assisting your student to be successful at Georgia Tech!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":[{"value":"Marisa Atencio Director of International Student \u0026 Scholar Services,\u00a0Office of International Education"}],"field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Living in a new country far from the familiar faces of family and friends is a challenge commonly faced by international students and their parents. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 18:59:37","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 18:59:37","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"592737":{"#nid":"592737","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Greetings from the Parents Board","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EDear Parents and Families,\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECongratulations on becoming part of the Georgia Tech family! Your student is joining the ranks of one of the leading technological research institutions in the world\u0026hellip;it\u0026rsquo;s an amazing place comprised of amazing people.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFour years ago, we began the same journey you are beginning this summer. We know the experience of seeing your student off to college is bittersweet, but know that they\u0026rsquo;re in good hands. The administration and faculty and staff at Tech take seriously the trust you\u0026rsquo;ve placed in the institution, and they are committed to helping your student continue their academic success.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOur son, Taj, has grown and matured during this time. He has made new friends and had wonderful experiences that will prepare him for a successful career and a life of service and accomplishment. He has become an independent adult and a serious learner (and, yes, we are proud of him and grateful to Georgia Tech!)\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou may be aware that part of Tech\u0026rsquo;s recipe for success is parental involvement through volunteer service and personal giving. We invite you to join us in demonstrating your support through active participation in the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/content\/parents-association-0\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Parents Association\u003C\/a\u003E. As the parent of a new member of the Yellow Jacket community, we welcome you and encourage you to offer your wisdom, time, and the level of philanthropy you find to be most suitable. For more information on how you can become involved, please \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/parents.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003Evisit our website.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWelcome to the family. Go Jackets!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESincerely,\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAleem and Cindy Gillani\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECo-Chairs, Parents Board\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Congratulations on becoming part of the Georgia Tech family!"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-06-15 18:58:01","changed_gmt":"2017-06-15 18:58:01","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-06-15T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"591228":{"#nid":"591228","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Office of International Education Spring Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Office of International Education (OIE) seeks to provide opportunities for students to experience other cultures, develop critical cross-cultural competencies, and understand the global implications of their academic disciplines.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis spring break OIE organized an Alternative Spring Break to the gulf coast of Florida. Co-sponsored by Georgia Tech\u0026rsquo;s Serve-Learn-Sustain, the experience brought 40 Tech students, scholars and interns (U.S. and international) to DeFuniak Springs, Florida, for two days of environmental service and intercultural activities. Students and staff created artificial oyster reefs and placed them along the shoreline of the Choctawhatchee Bay. The reefs will serve three important purposes: promoting the growth of biodiversity, providing a barrier against strong waves, and preventing beach erosion. The Northwest Florida Daily News wrote a story about Alternative Spring Break and that can be found here: \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.nwfdailynews.com\/news\/20170320\/aw-shucks\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.nwfdailynews.com\/news\/20170320\/aw-shucks\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt the same time, across the world, Yellow Jackets have been busy studying and doing service projects as part of the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pacific.gatech.edu\u0022\u003EPacific Spring Study Abroad Program\u003C\/a\u003E. Students spent time in Australia working with \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reefecologic\/\u0022\u003EReef Ecologic\u003C\/a\u003E collecting \u003Cem\u003ESargassum\u003C\/em\u003E seaweed from Nelly Bay as part of reef recovery. Computer science major Kelsey Murdock shared this photo of her working on the reef.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to working on the reef in Australia, Pacific students also volunteered with a local school in Fiji. Biochemistry major, Sophia Guldberg describes the experience:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEach year while in Fiji, the Pacific Program does a service day in the Denuba Village where we paint the school for the kids. \u0026hellip; As part of painting the school, we got to see the classrooms where the children learn and the supplies they have. The students there sang us songs to welcome us\u0026hellip;I still can\u0026#39;t believe that I was lucky enough to have this opportunity and will be forever grateful to my parents for making such a trip possible for me.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo learn more about Sophia\u0026rsquo;s experience, please read \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pacificprogram2017.blogspot.com\/2017\/04\/the-georgia-peach-goes-home.html\u0022\u003Eher blog\u003C\/a\u003E. This is one student\u0026rsquo;s experience, but there are many opportunities open to Tech students. If you\u0026rsquo;d like to learn more about the Office of International Education and the various ways students can get more involved in international education, please visit: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\u0022\u003Eoie.gatech.edu.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"This spring break OIE organized an Alternative Spring Break to the gulf coast of Florida while other students studied in the Pacific Spring Study Abroad Program."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-05-02 17:39:53","changed_gmt":"2017-05-02 17:39:53","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-05-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-05-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"591226":{"#nid":"591226","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Is Your Student at Risk for Meningococcal Disease?","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIf they are a college student, then the answer is \u0026ldquo;yes!\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 800-1,500 cases per year of meningococcal disease occur in the U.S. Many of you have probably heard of the meningococcal outbreaks on various college campuses over the last few years, but what you may not realize is that most of these outbreaks were caused by meningococcus serogroup B. The traditional meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) does not cover serogroup B, only serogroups A, C, Y, and W135. The CDC estimates that 1 out of every 3 invasive meningococcal cases is caused by serogroup B. A vaccine against meningococcal B was not readily available for use in the United States until 2015.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt Georgia Tech, students under 22 years of age are required to have had the meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4), which vaccinates against meningococcal serogroups A, C, Y, and W135, after\u0026nbsp;their 16th birthday. MCV4 is a great vaccine, however, it does not protect against meningococcal B, and this vaccine is not required at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs part of the Georgia Tech college community, Stamps Health Services (SHS) is committed to providing students with the best care possible. Even though the meningococcal B vaccine is not required, it is available here at SHS.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBelow are the prices for the meningococcal B vaccinations at SHS.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBexsero (2 dose series) $197 per dose*\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETrumenba (3 dose series) $138 per dose*\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E*Prescription insurance may cover some\/all of the vaccine cost.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease feel free to contact the pharmacy staff at SHS for more information regarding your insurance coverage for the meningococcal B vaccine 404-894-1430.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"If they are a college student, then the answer is \u201cyes!\u201d According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 800-1,500 cases per year of meningococcal disease occur in the U.S."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-05-02 17:33:56","changed_gmt":"2017-05-02 17:33:56","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-05-02T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-05-02T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"591225":{"#nid":"591225","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Dining Services Update","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGraduation Celebrations\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECommencement is almost here and it is time to celebrate! GT Dining Services is available to help you plan your special occasion. Our talented Catering Coordinators can help you customize and create the perfect menu to compliment your event and budget. View Commencement Packages online at GATechDining.com or call us at 404-385-3609.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPurchase a Vivabox - Student Care Package\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFinal exams stressing someone special out? Send a hug from home to keep them moving forward.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis care package, along with 8 other Gifts \u0026amp; More options, are available for purchase at gatechdining.com\/shop.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESummer Meal Plans Available\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHelp your student be successful by making sure their brain gets the nutritional support it needs to perform at the highest level. Students with a meal plan have access to dine at all on-campus dining locations, including two all-you-care-to-eat community restaurants and 16 retail locations. Healthy options like vegan, vegetarian, halal and allergen free are available. Purchase a summer 2017 meal plan today at GaTechDining.Com. Questions or concerns about culinary options, contact GT Dining Services at 404-893-2383.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Commencement is almost here and it is time to celebrate! 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Students may still apply for any of the three Summer 2017 housing sessions. Full and Early Short Summer residents will move in on May 14, and Late Short Summer residents will move in on June 13. Please encourage your student to login to My Housing to confirm his\/her room and roommate assignments prior to checking out a room key. If changes are desired, Room Swap, in the housing application, gives students the ability to search for another room and simply make the switch online themselves. We recommend that this be done before each semester to assure a smooth and efficient move. Residents that are living with us for the Early Short Summer session will move out of their residence hall by June 22.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents that plan to live on campus in Fall 2017 and have not yet applied, it\u0026rsquo;s not too late. Sign up today and be prepared for August. 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Higher education is no stranger to the concept of living learning communities, and neither is Georgia Tech. Each Georgia Tech community is an integrated experience that promotes interactions between faculty and students, fosters collaboration among students, improves student GPA, enhances campus and civic engagement, increases retention, and eases both the academic and social transition to college.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe oldest LLCs on campus are Women, Science and Technology and International House; beginning almost 20 years ago. In the past 10 years, the Honors Program and Grand Challenges were introduced and were the first LLCs on campus to admit first-year students.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELiving Learning Communities Today\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn Spring 2017, there are three communities exclusively for upper-class students and three communities that students are admitted to as first-year students. 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However, a recent survey by Monster Trak indicates that 57 percent of college graduates plan to return home after graduation. Your student might move home for a number of reasons, most of which are financially motivated: your student may still be in the job-hunting process or cannot afford to live independently on an entry-level salary. Other reasons for moving home include the financial strain of paying off loans, the desire to save money for future goals such as a down payment, or perhaps they would like to live at home while attending graduate school.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhatever the reason, both you and your student may have mixed emotions about this arrangement. As parents, it is not uncommon to have conflicting feelings such as happiness, excitement, anxiety or even anger. Your student may feel relief and less worried about paying bills, but may also feel uneasy about this temporary loss of independence. There are some risks for you as a parent, including the possibility of increased tension, misunderstandings and resentment, as well as the financial strain this may put on you. On the other hand, this arrangement may create a wonderful opportunity to form a new adult relationship with your student, which you may not have otherwise been able to do.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo minimize the risks and maximize the benefits, a few guidelines may be helpful. Overall, the key to having a successful living arrangement with your student is to communicate openly and proactively. Expectations for your student should be clear and negotiated in advance of the move back home. Some parents prefer to write a contract outlining house rules and expectations. That way, there is no room for ambiguity or lack of clarity. Other parents prefer to have an oral agreement. 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If your student has the financial means to contribute even a small amount, this will teach financial responsibility and will help with adjustment when they move out.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EHousehold chores. A household functions best when all members are contributing to it. Some chores around the house should be allocated to your student.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPrivacy issues\/boundaries. It is a good idea to set rules regarding guests and\/or overnight visitors, whether you expect a phone call if your child spends the night elsewhere, whether alcohol is permitted in the house or what areas of the house, if any, are off-limits. Parents should also respect the privacy of their student and relinquish some of the control they had when their student was younger.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn general, you will be happiest if you continue to live your lifestyle in the same way as before. It is important not to slip back into old roles, and recognize that it is healthiest for everyone if you treat your grown child as an adult. Although there are some potential challenges, clear expectations and open communication will make the transition go as smoothly as possible.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Georgia Tech Counseling Center is located on the second floor of the Student Services Building and is open each day from 8 a.m. \u0026ndash; 5 p.m. The Center offers free consultations, as well as individual, couples and group counseling for enrolled Georgia Tech students. Additionally, we offer seminars and workshops on a variety of topics (stress management, time management, healthy relationships, depression and anxiety) throughout the semester. A schedule of dates and times can be found at www.counseling.gatech.edu. 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New parents and families attending FASET will be able to ask questions to panel members about their Georgia Tech experience. Both local and out-of-state family members are encouraged to volunteer. If you are an out-of-state family member and will be in Atlanta during the times listed below, we would love you to share your experiences with new families!\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETopics might include:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESending your student to a campus located in an urban area\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPrepping your student for the transition to college life\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESetting expectations with your student about communication \u0026ndash; how often and when\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDiscussing money management with your student, including how much the first year really costs\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELearning about the appropriate resources available for your student when he\/she asks for help\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EEncouraging your student to get involved\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudent and Parent Panels are from 4:20 - 5:10 p.m. (approximately) on the following days:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESummer Freshman FASET: Wednesday, June 14, Student Center Ballroom \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 1: Thursday, July 6, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 2: Monday, July 17, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 3: Thursday, July 20, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 4: Thursday, July 27, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 5: Monday, July 31, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 6: Sunday, August 13, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFASET 7: Tuesday, August 15, Student Center Ballroom\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEmail Laci Weeden at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:parents@gatech.edu\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eparents@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and indicate which time you are interested in volunteering by May 15, 2017.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"We are currently seeking Georgia Tech parents and family members to sit on the Student and Parent Panel during FASET 2017."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-04-05 15:31:02","changed_gmt":"2017-04-05 15:31:02","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-04-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-04-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ELaci Weeden\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nDirector, Parent \u0026amp; Family Programs\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nlaci.weeden@studentlife.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"589817":{"#nid":"589817","#data":{"type":"news","title":"News from Pre-Graduate and Pre-Professional Advising in C2D2","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPre-Health Personal Statement Review Session:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents applying (or re-applying) for medical professional schools in the upcoming application cycle are invited to a Personal Statement Review Session on Thursday, April 13, from 4-6 p.m. in the President\u0026rsquo;s Suites of the Bill Moore Student Success Center. This review session will include professionals from around campus and the medical community. Students will rotate to a new professional every 20 minutes, so each student should leave with feedback from three qualified readers.\u0026nbsp;Limited spots are available. Register here: \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_cShF4drzt6LhCXX\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/gatech.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_cShF4drzt6LhCXX\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPre-Teaching Web Site:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEach year, Georgia Tech students discover an interest in teaching and explore that enthusiasm with opportunities and information provided by Pre-Teaching Advisor Susan Belmonte. Pre-Teaching recently launched a new and improved website. Check it out at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.preteaching.gatech.edu\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.preteaching.gatech.edu\/\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResilience in the Medical School Application Process:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPre-graduate and pre-professional advisors congratulate our students who have been admitted to professional or graduate schools this year! While we hope for the best for all Georgia Tech applicants, we know that some students will not be able to move forward immediately, especially into highly competitive medical professional programs. 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Send a hug from home to keep them moving forward. This care package along with 8 other Gifts \u0026amp; More options are available for purchase at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatechdining.com\/shop\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Egatechdining.com\/shop.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECelebrate Your Graduate with a Custom Cake\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlace your \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatechdining.com\/shop\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Eorder online\u003C\/a\u003E. Select a pick-up date and we will take care of the rest. Allergen free options and special dietary restriction requests are also available.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComing to Campus? Try Ferst Place!\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EVisiting your student? 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Submit applications by April 11, 2017, to participate in the room self-assign process. Returning students will be able to search for and assign themselves to a summer room from April 12 \u0026ndash; 16.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u0026rsquo;s not too late for returning students to apply for Fall 2017 campus housing. Fall room assignments can be viewed in the application, and the online Room Swap process is open.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMOVE OUT INFORMATION\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents who plan to move out of a residence hall or switch to their summer rooms at the end of the Spring 2017 semester should consider the following dates before making travel plans:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EResidents \u003Cstrong\u003ENOT\u003C\/strong\u003E living in halls for Summer 2017\r\n\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EGRAD \u0026amp;\u0026nbsp;UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: Saturday, May 6;\u0026nbsp;move out by noon\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EGRADUATING STUDENTS: Sunday, May 7; move out by noon\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESwitching rooms for Summer 2017\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ESunday, May 7\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003E9 a.m. - noon Switch to unoccupied room\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003E1 \u0026ndash; 5 p.m. Switch to a room where occupant is also switching\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAn appointment needs to be made with staff at least 24 hours in advance for a check-out and don\u0026rsquo;t forget \u0026ndash; pack that bicycle or store it. 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Located at the\u0026nbsp;Rohr Chabad Center on West Campus. All Seders and dinners are at no charge to students! Donations are welcome. For more information and to RSVP please \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.chabadgatech.com\/passover2017\u0022\u003Eour website\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHome-cooked and kosher dinners for Passover begin April 12 and are served nightly. \u0026nbsp;For more information and to RSVP please \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.chabadgatech.com\/passover2017\u0022\u003Eour website\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EShabbat 250!\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe largest Shabbat dinner and Jewish event on campus will be held April 21!\u0026nbsp;Students and faculty gather for a home cooked Shabbat dinner and social. 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In that spirit, OIE would like to provide specific and clear guidance to minimize uncertainty where possible.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInternational Students Traveling Abroad\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIndividuals who are citizens of one of the six countries (Iran, Sudan, Libya, Yemen, Somalia, Syria) listed in the executive order are advised to travel abroad only if the visa stamp in the passport is going to be valid upon the planned date of return to the U.S. For those with an expired visa stamp, consultation with an international student and scholar advisor and\/or a qualified immigration attorney is recommended prior to scheduling any international travel.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs a result of the EO, international students traveling outside of the U.S. with an expired F or J visa (including to Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean) may experience delays with visa issuance as a result of the suspension of the Visa Interview Waiver program. We urge students to visit our office during walk-in advising hours (Monday-Friday from 1\u0026ndash;4:30 p.m). Our advising staff will review immigration documents under the current immigration rules, offer re-entry advising, including travel signatures if applicable.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStudents holding an F or J visa are expected to keep their immigration documents together, in a safe place and ensure the documents are valid at all times. This includes keeping the passport valid for six months beyond the end date listed on their immigration form. When traveling around the Atlanta city limits, students can do so with their Georgia Tech student ID\/BuzzCard and \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003Ea copy\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/strong\u003E of their passport, I-20 and visa stamp. Students who have a valid U.S. driver\u0026rsquo;s license may also choose to carry this form of identification. When traveling outside the city of Atlanta where it is more difficult to retrieve the original documents, we advise students to carry their original immigration documents with them.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUS Citizens Traveling Internationally\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe EO does not create changes for students traveling abroad who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Georgia Tech policy prevents the Institute from operating programs in countries under a Department of State \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/passports\/en\/alertswarnings.html\u0022\u003ETravel Warning\u003C\/a\u003E. Further, GT cautions against personal travel to countries under current Travel Warnings including the six countries included in the EO. Students should travel with their passport (that is valid for six months beyond the return date) and should have all necessary visas for study abroad (where applicable). Students should contact their individual programs for visa information and are encouraged to register for the government\u0026rsquo;s \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/step.state.gov\/step\/\u0022\u003ESmart Traveler Enrollment Program or STEP\u003C\/a\u003E Travel Registration program. Students, even those not participating in OIE study abroad programs, are encouraged to \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/oie.gatech.edu\/sa\/other\/IAP\u0022\u003Eregister\u003C\/a\u003E their travel with OIE.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Office of International Education (OIE) is sensitive to the impact of this EO on students and continue to be a resource and advocate to Georgia Tech\u2019s international student and scholar community."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-04-05 14:52:15","changed_gmt":"2017-04-05 14:52:15","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-04-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-04-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"589810":{"#nid":"589810","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Tips for Helping Students Prepare for Finals","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIt is never too early to begin planning for finals. If your son or daughter feels overwhelmed by the prospect of exams, here are some ideas you might want to share:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlan ahead\u003C\/strong\u003E. Finals are overwhelming because students may be accountable for a semester\u0026#39;s worth of information for each class. Because the final schedule is published at the start of term, students should be able to anticipate and prepare for these exams with a little foresight and some time management tools.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStart with a list of everything that should be reviewed for each class, a list of the remaining assignments and obligations for each class, and a calendar (many use Google Calendar, but there are free paper templates and other resources widely available on-line). Estimate the amount of time required for each task on the lists, and plug those tasks into the calendar. Each night students should review which tasks they have completed and how they might adjust to make more progress the next day.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStudy strategically\u003C\/strong\u003E. Students will find that there is a lot of material to cover\u0026mdash;more, perhaps, than time will allow. They should try to identify, then, which ideas and topics are most critical to review. The syllabus and class notes provide two good resources that will indicate which information the professor especially values and that may appear on the final.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETake breaks\u003C\/strong\u003E. The human mind isn\u0026#39;t designed to focus physics for six hours at a time. Urge your student to study in blocks of no more than a few hours. Brief breaks allow students to return to the material with a fresh outlook that can hasten understanding.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETry group study\u003C\/strong\u003E. Studying with knowledgeable classmates can be an efficient way to review material. Why spend an hour struggling with a problem alone, if a classmate can explain the material in a few minutes? Group study is also valuable because it forces each group member to explain concepts and ideas aloud. We understand information best when we can teach it to others. If the group consistently wastes time, move on to other study partners or independent study.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETake advantage of review sessions\u003C\/strong\u003E. Professors, TAs, and tutoring programs sometimes offer review sessions before major exams. These sessions are usually time well spent.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESleep, eat, and call home\u003C\/strong\u003E. Too often, students pursue academic success at a cost to their personal and social selves. Remind your son or daughter that a healthy mind requires a healthy body and urge them to maintain a regular sleep and dining schedule. Students should also seek reassurance and advice from a support network of family, friends, academic advisors, and other campus professionals. A pep talk or sympathetic ear can work wonders for a student under pressure.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EThe Center for Academic Success offers 1-on-1 Tutoring, Peer-Led Undergraduate Study (PLUS), Academic Coaching, and other success programs for students who want to take their learning to the next level. We have time management tools and other study aids free in our reception areas, and we are conveniently located in Clough 273 and 283. To learn more about our services, visit \u003C\/em\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/success.gatech.edu\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003Ehttp:\/\/success.gatech.edu\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cem\u003E.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"It is never too early to begin planning for finals. If your son or daughter feels overwhelmed by the prospect of exams, here are some ideas you might want to share."}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-04-05 14:50:13","changed_gmt":"2017-04-05 14:50:13","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-04-05T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2017-04-05T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003ECenter for Academic Success\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nsuccess.gatech.edu\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":["parents@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"588416":{"#nid":"588416","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Support Alternative Service Breaks during Spring Break","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe student organization, Alternative Service Breaks (ASB), is hosting six community service trips for 100 participants during spring break, March 19-25, 2017. The six teams will travel to the following locations to serve with community partners on issues of affordable housing, early childhood education, hunger and food insecurity, and environmental \u0026amp; sustainable development:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBiloxi, MS: Early Childhood Education (Community Collaborations, International)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EJacksonville, FL: Affordable Housing (Beaches Habitat for Humanity)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ENashville, TN: Food Insecurity and Education Inequity (Feed the Children)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWilmington, NC: Affordable Housing (Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECosta Rica: Environmental \u0026amp; Sustainable Development (Community Collaborations, International)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDominican Republic: Education \u0026amp; Teaching English (Outreach360)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you live in one of the domestic trip location areas and you would like to support the ASB team during their trip (i.e. providing a meal or a snack), please contact Sarah Perkins, Assistant Director-Civic Engagement, at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:sarah.perkins@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Esarah.perkins@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information on Alternative Service Breaks, please visit engage.gatech.edu.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The student organization, Alternative Service Breaks (ASB), is hosting six community service trips for 100 participants during spring break, March 19-25, 2017. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:52:10","changed_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:52:10","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"588415":{"#nid":"588415","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Campus Life Scholarships Available","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Campus Life and Community at Tech Scholarship seeks to recognize and reward students that have positively impacted the Institute community through their leadership, scholarship, and service. The presence of vibrant academic and social communities are essential for quality student life. Consistent with the mission and vision of the Student Center, healthy communities are characterized by cooperation, commitment, diverse perspectives, meaningful connections, mutual respect, belonging, and loyalty. Recipients of this scholarship will successfully demonstrate a purposeful and significant commitment to building campus community and enhancing student life through their role in a new or enhanced program, activity, or initiative.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECampus Services will award five scholarships, in the amount of $6,000 each.\u003Cstrong\u003E Applications must be submitted by March 10, 2017\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor complete information, including selection criteria and applicant requirements, visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/campusservices.gatech.edu\/scholarships\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/campusservices.gatech.edu\/scholarships\u003C\/a\u003E .\u003Cem\u003EIf you have any questions or issues, please contact Melissa Moore\u0026nbsp;at\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:melissa.moore@gatech.edu\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003Emelissa.moore@gatech.edu\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cem\u003E.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Campus Life and Community at Tech Scholarship seeks to recognize and reward students that have positively impacted the Institute community through their leadership, scholarship, and service. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:41:54","changed_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:41:54","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":["melissa.moore@gatech.edu"],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"588414":{"#nid":"588414","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Should Parents Pay for Graduate School?","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EIs your student considering graduate school? An advanced degree is a good choice for students in fields that require specialized knowledge or for those who anticipate a career in research or scholarship. Some graduate programs support the students they accept with financial packages and employment in labs or classrooms. Others require a significant financial investment. Pre-Graduate advising is available for students who want to explore whether graduate school is right for them (just choose \u0026ldquo;pre-graduate\u0026rdquo; on GradesFirst at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/gatech.gradesfirst.com\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/gatech.gradesfirst.com\u003C\/a\u003E). For parents considering the financial implications of that choice, here\u0026rsquo;s a worthwhile article from \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/robertfarrington\/2014\/04\/07\/should-parents-pay-for-grad-school-too\/2\/#3b91b7d173a3\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003EForbes\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Is your student considering graduate school? An advanced degree is a good choice for students in fields that require specialized knowledge or for those who anticipate a career in research or scholarship. "}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:39:41","changed_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:39:41","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"588411":{"#nid":"588411","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Is your Student Thinking of Taking a Gap Year? What is a Bridge Year?","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EFact: 60 percent of matriculating first year medical students take at least one or more years away from college prior to starting medical school.\u0026nbsp;Often students need to strengthen their application or do something amazing like a fellowship abroad or gain real life experiences, such as teaching in an underserved community. Time after college can strengthen applications for law school or graduate school as well.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Pre-Graduate and Pre-Professional (PGPP) advising team (Pre-Teaching, Pre-Law, Pre-Health, Pre-Graduate and Prestigious Fellowships) will be hosting a workshop on The Bridge Year. PGPP prefers the term \u0026ldquo;Bridge Year\u0026rdquo; as it is important to highlight that students will be building a bridge from their undergraduate career to their professional or graduate program. Explore with your Yellow Jacket what their timeline looks like and how well rounded their application may be. Would a bridge year provide the opportunity to strengthen their application?\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEncourage them to attend our workshop on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, from 11 a.m. - noon in the Bill Moore Student Success Center.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Fact: 60 percent of matriculating first year medical students take at least one or more years away from college prior to starting medical school.\u00a0"}],"uid":"27244","created_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:38:12","changed_gmt":"2017-03-07 19:38:12","author":"Sara Warner","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2017-03-07T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"1298","name":"Parent and Family Programs"}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}},"588409":{"#nid":"588409","#data":{"type":"news","title":"SteerSmart","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Division of Student Life is pleased to offer\u0026nbsp;SteerSmart at 11 a.m. on March 16 in room 152 Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons (CULC). SteerSmart\u0026nbsp;was founded to help young drivers, passengers and their parents prevent fatal or life shattering car crashes. The program dissects the anatomy of real crashes with resulting in fatalities or severely injured youth, and depicts the potential cost of speeding, texting, alochol and drugs, failure to use a seatbelt and more.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe program is sponsored by Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA), Alpha Sigma (KA), Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE), the Georgia Tech Police Department\u0026nbsp;and the School of Physics. All members of the Georgia Tech community are invited to attend.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis event is being held in\u0026nbsp;honor of\u0026nbsp;the memory of Adam Sattler, an undergraduate who, along with his girlfriend, was tragically killed in a car accident on November 20, 2016. \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/steersmart.org\/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehttp:\/\/steersmart.org\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":"","field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The Division of Student Life is pleased to offer\u00a0SteerSmart at 11 a.m. on March 16 in room 152 Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons (CULC). 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