February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the struggles and achievements of Black Americans, and their centrality to U.S. history. We asked several faculty and staff members for viewing recommendations that explore race, identity, history, and memory.
Airbnb Announces New Atlanta Tech Hub
Airbnb has selected the Interlock at 14th Street and Howell Mill Road, just west of campus, as the new home for its planned technical hub. The tech hub is slated to open later this year and will serve as the home for one of its product development teams and the regional base for new technical and non-technical roles over time.
Jacobs Tapped First Senior Vice Provost for Education and Learning
Laurence J. Jacobs has been selected as Georgia Tech’s first senior vice provost for Education and Learning. Jacobs’ primary objective will be to lead the Institute’s strategic initiative to define and implement a transformative learning strategy that builds on the foundations of established successful programs.
Upcoming Events
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Release Event
Today
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Room 118, The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design
Career Center Presents: Case Interviews Workshop
Wednesday, Feb. 2
3 – 4 p.m.
Online
Pride Alliance Meet and Greet
Wednesday, Feb. 2
6 – 7 p.m.
Room 3132, Mason Building
Tapping Circle for Stress and Calm
Thursday, Feb. 3
8:15 – 8:45 a.m.
Online
Career Center Presents: Writing a Cover Letter
Thursday, Feb. 3
11 – 11:30 a.m.
Online
Study Abroad 101: How to Afford Study Abroad
Thursday, Feb. 3
11 a.m. – noon
Buckhead Room,
Exhibition Hall
SCL Supply Chain Days
Thursday, Feb. 3
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
ISyE Main Building and Online
Smart Community Corps Informational Webinar
Thursday, Feb. 3
Noon – 1 p.m.
Online
Tech’s Tactile Thursdays: Flip Book
Thursday, Feb. 3
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Room 1280, Scholars Event Theater, Price Gilbert Library
Campus Updates
Get Tested
All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate in weekly testing for Covid-19. Testing sites provide fast and free asymptomatic testing.
Get Vaccinated
Covid-19 vaccines are available to all Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff, as well as their family members ages 12 and older. Campus vaccine clinics take place on Tuesdays.