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While May is Mental Health Awareness Month, we should all find ways throughout the year to practice techniques that prioritize self-care and help maintain work-life balance. Meet two staff members in Administration and Finance (A&) who are sharing their approach to well-being.

The Inclusive Leaders Academy celebrates its eighth year, with another cohort of graduates joining its growing ranks. More than 500 participants have completed the program.

Georgia Tech has earned a STARS Gold Rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System, measures and encourages sustainability in all aspects of higher education. 

Jamie Fernandes, executive director for Institute Budget Planning and Administration, has been selected as interim vice president for Finance and Planning and chief financial officer for the Institute. This announcement follows Jim Fortner’s appointment to the role of vice president and deputy chief business officer earlier this year.

Fernandes will begin her new role on June 1. She will report directly to Shantay N. Bolton, executive vice president for Administration and Finance, and join the president’s cabinet.  

Georgia Tech invites all employees to voluntarily provide their demographic information to help the Institute fulfill its commitment to achieving a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Starting June 15, eligible staff members can apply for education assistance through the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP). All applications for TAP and STRAP must be completed and approved through the Administrative Services portal no later than 5 p.m., July 15.

To help you navigate the application process, the Administrative Services Center (ASC) has created several helpful resources. For a step-by-step guide on how to submit your application, check out the Education Assistance Application Toolkit. Managers and supervisors can find detailed information on how to approve applications in the Education Assistance Approver Toolkit. You can also access all information session recordings on MediaSpace.

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? Be sure to visit Georgia Tech’s Careers Page to explore exciting job opportunities within the institute. Whether you're looking to advance in your current field or explore new paths, our diverse range of positions offer something for everyone. Join us in shaping the future of innovation and excellence at Georgia Tech. Discover your potential and make a difference with us!

Week of Welcome, happening Aug. 12 – 18, is a fun and engaging week filled with opportunities for new students to get acquainted with campus, peers, and Atlanta before classes start.

To have a successful week, Georgia Tech Student Engagement and Well-being need your help planning programs for your college or department! If you are interested, please fill out the form by June 30.

Georgia’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget includes a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for full-time, benefit-eligible state employees. Effective July 1, eligible Georgia Tech employees will receive a 4% increase to base salary, not to exceed $3,000. Georgia Tech Human Resources recently hosted a town hall to address campus questions and provide a general overview of the FY25 COLA.

The end of the spring semester presented many opportunities to celebrate and reflect on what it means to be a Yellow Jacket.