Summer is upon us, and it's a great opportunity to remind your teams to take advantage of paid time off and well-being benefits during the summer months. 

This month we're celebrating the close of one leadership program and the start of another, as well as addressing workspace needs.  

In case you missed it, during May's People Leader Forum, the Learning & Development team shared their new website and an overview of the robust suite of learning programs they offer. You can view slides here and watch the recording here.  

The next meeting will be in August. 

Tell us how you like the forums by submitting feedback here. 

In this month’s newsletter: 

Kaiser Permanente Run, Walk & Roll 

Registration for the Kaiser Permanente Run, Walk & Roll on Thursday, Sept. 25, is now open. 

Click the button below to join the University System of Georgia (USG) team. The USG will cover $25 for one employee and one guest (in-person race only). 

Schedule a Financial Checkup

Schedule a financial checkup with Michael Beuttel, our dedicated Corebridge Financial Advisor. Michael can help you navigate your retirement plan accounts and explore your options. To schedule a meeting, click the button below.  

On-site dates: 

Student Hiring Information Session: June 25

Join us for the Student Hiring Information Session - Focus on Fall for important tips and updates from key stakeholders related to the student employment process. This session will be recorded, and the recording and presentation will be available on the Student Employment website. Click the button below to join the meeting.

For questions regarding the information session or student employment eligibility, please contact Karine Avagian at karine.avagian@ohr.gatech.edu. 

As the summer season heats up, we’re excited to relaunch our Summer Adventures spotlight on @gatechcareers social media platforms.

We invite all Georgia Tech faculty and staff to show us how you're prioritizing well-being this summer, whether you're exploring new destinations, diving into a new hobby, or simply enjoying quality time with loved ones. Your stories support our shared culture and commitment to nurturing the well-being of our community. 

Share your story and photos using the form (click the button below) or tag @gatechcareers in your social posts and use #GTSummers and #TechTravels. Twenty-five participants will be randomly selected to receive a Georgia Tech luggage tag to accompany you on your next journey. 

Click the button below to share your story, and help us celebrate summer, well-being, and the incredible Georgia Tech community.   

If you are a department or unit leader (i.e., vice president, school chair, etc.) and need assistance with assessing your workspace needs and capacity to support in-person work, send an email to IS-workspace@gatech.edu no later than Monday, June 16.   

For more information, click the button below. If you’d like to learn more about the Institute’s updated telework policy and reasonable accommodations, click here to visit the Georgia Tech telework website.  

Week of Welcome (Aug. 11–17) is coming, and we’d love your help making it unforgettable for our newest Yellow Jackets! This high-energy week gives new-to-Tech students a chance to settle in, explore campus, and make their first connections. 

If you’d like to host an event or volunteer, the Week of Welcome and New Student Move-In campus engagement form is live and accepting submissions through Monday, June 30. If you have any questions, email weekofwelcome@gatech.edu. 

Click the button to learn more about the week of events. 

Applications for ASPIRE, one of Georgia Tech’s premiere leadership development programs, are now open for the 2025 cohort. The program is for employees who do not yet have direct reports, but would like to explore what it takes to be an effective people leader.  

ASPIRE is also a co-learning experience between supervisors and the employee participant, so be prepared to share in the experience with employees who apply and are accepted. If you have an employee interested in people leadership, we encourage you to urge them to apply. Be sure to share this application link with them. Applications close July 25. 

Click the button below to read more about ASPIRE.

The University System of Georgia (USG) has updated the process for employees seeking a dual appointment. The process aims to simplify and expedite approvals for employees lending their expertise to more than one USG institution at a time. 

If you or one of your colleagues is submitting a dual appointment request, click the button below for important resources and guides. 

Sixty-two leaders have joined a group of more than 500 who have earned the title, “Culture Champions,” through the Inclusive Leaders Academy (ILA). Launched in 2017, ILA has continuously developed leaders who are emotionally intelligent and who build a workforce that harnesses each employee’s personal strengths. 

Read about the ninth cohort’s closing event by clicking the button below.

As Georgia Tech leadership has promised, we're analyzing feedback from the recent Gallup Q12 Employee Engagement Survey in bite-size pieces we're calling "microlearning sessions." 

This time, we're taking a closer look at Q04: In the last seven days, I have received recognition or praise for doing good work. 

At Georgia Tech, recognition is an important part of making our employees feel appreciated, and it’s not just to boost morale. Recognition directly impacts engagement, retention, and the overall success of the Institute. 

To view a recording of the full analysis of how employees feel about their unit’s recognition and tips on how to bolster recognition on your team, visit the recognition website or click the button below. 

In line with Georgia Tech's culture of recognition, we'll introduce colleagues each month who demonstrate the Institute's values through their daily actions.

Click the button below to read this month's Show Your L.O.V.E. (Living Our Values Every Day) employee spotlight.

Employee Engagement creates a positive workplace and enriches the culture of the Institute through programs and strategies that boost employee well-being, build opportunities for employees to find meaning and thrive, and recognize the accomplishments of all people.

To learn more about what's offered, click the button below.

We’re using our social media channels to help you promote job vacancies, too!  

If you have a job post you’d like us to share, or a great story to highlight our culture, use the button below to share it with us.

We’ll see you online!