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News Articles: Georgia Tech

Former Smithsonian secretary and Georgia Tech President Emeritus Wayne Clough reflects on life in South Georgia in his new memoir, "Things New and Strange."

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Georgia's G. Wayne Clough, First Southerner To Run Smithsonian, Explores 'Things New and Strange'

In 2008, G. Wayne Clough became the 12th secretary of the Smithsonian. The Douglas native and Georgia Tech president emeritus was the first Southerner...

June 27, 2019
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  • Leighton Rowell and
  • Virginia Prescott
On Second Thought with Viginia Prescott, May 20, 2019

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On Second Thought For Monday, May 20, 2019

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. College students today increasingly report being affected by depression and anxiety. Barry Schreier, director of...

May 20, 2019
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  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Leighton Rowell ,
  • and 3 more

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Plant Vogtle Update: Further Behind Schedule, Still Billions Over Budget

Georgia Power customers and taxpayers have been helping foot the bill for the expansion project at Plant Vogtle, which is billions of dollars over...

May 17, 2019
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  • Amy Kiley and
  • Virginia Prescott
Georgia Tech's campus in Atlanta.

1.3 Million People Affected By Georgia Tech Data Breach

The personal data of 1.3 million current and former faculty, students, and others has been exposed in a security breach at Georgia Tech. Tech officials...

April 02, 2019
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  • Ross Terrell
Proposed Spaceport launch trajectory

Georgia Tech Students Testing Rocket At Spaceport Site

Georgia Tech students will be on Georgia’s coast this weekend to test launch a rocket at the proposed spaceport site.

March 28, 2019
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  • Cindy Hill

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'On Second Thought' For Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019

Today's show explored social justice through the lens of dance and mental health initiatives across college campuses. Atlanta choreographer and dancer...

January 23, 2019
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  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Amy Kiley ,
  • and 4 more
Rainna Brown founded Komansé Dance Theater in 2018. Brown works with more than 20 dancers.

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  • Performing Arts

Atlanta Choreographer Highlights Social Justice Through Movement

Sit-ins, marches and rallies often come to mind when people think of activism. Atlanta choreographer and dancer Raianna Brown has another spin on it. In...

January 23, 2019
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  • La'Raven Taylor and
  • Virginia Prescott
According to the Center for Collegiate Mental Health, for the seventh year in a row, college counseling centers report an increase in the number of students seeking treatment who represent "threat-to-self."

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  • Mental Health

'A Generation Exposed To Everything, Everywhere': Why College Students Struggle With Mental Health

Amid the stress of college finals last semester, two Georgia Tech students died by suicide. National data indicate the problem is not unique to one...

January 23, 2019
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By:
  • Leighton Rowell and
  • Virginia Prescott

GPB Midday Headlines For Wednesday Dec. 26, 2018

MARTA Invests In Upgrades In DeKalb County DFCS Tests Panic Buttons For Case Workers Paul Johnson Coaches Last Georgia Tech Game At Quick Lane Bowl

December 26, 2018
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  • GPB Newsroom
2017 Graduation at SCAD's Hong Kong campus

Number Of International Students at Georgia Colleges Is Up

The number of new international students attending United States colleges has declined in the last two years, but not in Georgia.

December 10, 2018
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  • Cindy Hill
New Georgia Tech Head Coach Geoff Collins gestures during a game.

Georgia Tech Hires New Head Football Coach

Georgia Tech has hired a new head football coach. The school's athletic department announced Friday that Geoff Collins will be the new man in charge....

December 07, 2018
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  • Ross Terrell
Singer-songwriter John Legend poses for a group photo with students at a Stacey Abrams campaign event.

John Legend Campaigns for Stacey Abrams

The Democratic candidate for governor in Georgia is hoping that a little star power will provide the boost she needs to win in November. Stacey Abrams'...

October 02, 2018
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  • Robert Jimison
Lisa Yaszek is a professor of science fiction studies and editor of the new anthology "The Future Is Female! 25 Classic Science Fiction Stories by Women."

'The Future Is Female:' Exploring Women's Contributions To Science Fiction Writing

Women have historically been erased from science fiction storytelling, but Lisa Yaszek is working to change that. Her new anthology “The Future Is...

October 02, 2018
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  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Elena Rivera
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" and "Avatar" are the top-grossing science fiction films.

Georgia Tech Professor Demystifies The Draw Of Science Fiction

Sci-fi films typically dominate the box office for premiere weeks. Earlier this year " Black Panther " made more than $1 billion, and last month "...

May 14, 2018
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  • La'Raven Taylor and
  • Tony Harris

On Second Thought For Friday, April 27, 2018

It’s been seven months since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. Blackouts continue. Utility crews on the island are still in emergency restoration...

April 27, 2018
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  • Sean Powers ,
  • La'Raven Taylor ,
  • and 6 more
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