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The start of the academic year offers new beginnings for many of our newest Yellow Jackets, bringing with it excitement, challenges, and opportunities. Who better to offer advice on starting the journey at Georgia Tech than those who have been there themselves? From embracing challenges and building strong connections to discovering hidden gems on campus, A&F staff members share lessons they have learned along the way to help every Yellow Jacket feel supported and ready to thrive.

The month of August presented many reasons for the Georgia Tech community to celebrate.

GT logos landed safely on the north and south facades of the 18-story George Tower of Tech Square Phase 3. Occupancy on the lower three levels of the building is anticipated in early 2026.

With the assistance of the Georgia Tech Police Department, Campus Recreation Center, SGA, and Infrastructure and Sustainability, community members enjoyed the grand opening of the campus cycle track. Recognize the biker wearing the gold helmet?

The Administrative Services Center assisted new student employees complete the hiring and onboarding process at its annual Student Employee Onboarding event.

More than 3,000 students attended the Institute’s New Student Convocation and proudly signed their RATS Cap. 

President Ángel Cabrera will highlight recent Institute achievements, convey his vision and goals for the upcoming academic year, and answer audience questions. The entire campus community is invited to attend this event in-person or online.

Jo Lamb, associate vice president of Planning, Design, and Construction at Kennesaw State University, has been appointed as Georgia Tech’s new vice president and deputy chief business officer for Administration and Finance (A&F). 

Jo’s first day at Georgia Tech will be Sept. 22, and will report directly to Tricia Chastain, executive vice president for A&F.

Georgia Tech is undertaking a series of transformative projects, including the development of a premier athletics performance center, the installation and completion of a dedicated cycle track, the construction of a new residence hall, and the elevation of a state-of-the-art academic facility.

All faculty, staff, and students who are active employees as of Aug. 1 are required to complete the 2025 Fall Biannual Compliance Training by 11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, Sept. 12. The training is now available and takes approximately 90 minutes to complete.

The start of each semester is a time for new students, faculty, and staff to familiarize themselves with the landmark buildings, classrooms, and dining spaces on campus, but it’s also an opportunity to identify the alerts, policies, and protocols issued by the Georgia Tech Office of Emergency Management. 

On Tuesday, Aug. 12, the Board of Regents approved the 2026 University System of Georgia (USG) healthcare plans and premiums for active employees and pre-65 retirees. The board also approved the 2026 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) contribution for retirees 65 and older. 

The Center for Mental Health Care and Resources and campus partners are participating in National Suicide Prevention Week Sept. 8-12, and we are asking the campus to come together for a week of events designed to support mental health and provide everyone in our community with the tools they need to help others.

As the buzz of a new academic year returns to campus, it’s a perfect time to reset, refocus, and recommit to growing as leaders. At Georgia Tech, we know that how we lead matters, especially during times of transition. That’s why the Learning and Development team is proud to launch this year’s leadership learning theme: Leading Through a Lens of Well-Being. 

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With a record-setting $5.8 billion economic impact, Georgia Tech led all Georgia public institutions in fiscal year 2024, according to the latest data released by the University System of Georgia (USG).  

Georgia Tech welcomed approximately 4,050 summer and fall first-year students alongside 1,365 spring, summer, and fall transfer students to campus this year. The incoming class of about 5,415 brings Tech’s total undergraduate population over 20,000.

Nearly 800 attendees helped kick off the start of the academic year by attending the inaugural A&F Connects to learn more about Georgia Tech’s FY26 budget, federal funding sensitivities, and the University System of Georgia’s Merit Pay Program. 

Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 8 to 9 a.m.
Bill Moore Student Success Center
In-person attendance only
Special Guests: Ryan Alpert, Director of Athletics

Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 2 to 3 p.m.
Georgia Tech Police Department (GTPD)
Hybrid event
Special Guests: GTPD and Emergency Management

Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 8 to 9 a.m.
Bill Moore Student Success Center
In-person attendance only
Special Focus: The Georgia Tech Research Enterprise