What’s Buzzin’ at Georgia Tech?

Winter/Spring 2024 Webinar Series

Our webinar series "What's Buzzin' at Georgia Tech?" was created to provide helpful information and resources for GT families. Our goal is to continue to provide relevant topics in a timely manner to support student success at Georgia Tech. All of our sessions will be recorded and posted to our website within 24 hours after the event. Additional sessions may be added later throughout the semester.

January 2024

Monday, January 22 at 12 p.m. EDT
Tech Talks with Dean Stein
Presented by Dean John Stein
Spend an hour with John Stein, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Brandt-Fritz Dean of Students Chair. Join this webinar to learn about the current campus community and hot topics. A Q&A chat session will be available at the end of his presentation. Watch the recording.

February

Thursday, February 8, 12 - 1 p.m. EDT
What's Buzzin' in Undergraduate Research
Presented by Laura Williams, Ph.D. Director of Undergraduate Research Watch the recording.

Tuesday, February 13, 12 - 1:30 p.m. EDT
QPR for Parents: Addressing Suicide Concerns with Your Student
Presented by Andrew Stochel, Ph.D., Georgia Tech Counseling Center
There is a great deal of taboo surrounding suicide, asking for help, and knowing what to say. Come learn about steps to talk with your student about suicide and resources to support them. Due to the sensitive nature of the discussion, this session will not be recorded. Capacity is limited to 40 and is now full.

March

Thursday, March 14, 7 - 8:30 p.m. EDT
QPR for Parents: Addressing Suicide Concerns with Your Student
Presented by Andrew Stochel, Ph.D., Georgia Tech Counseling Center
There is a great deal of taboo surrounding suicide, asking for help, and knowing what to say. Come learn about steps to talk with your student about suicide and resources to support them. Due to the sensitive nature of the the discussion, this session will not be recorded. Capacity is limited to 40 and is now full.

Wednesday, March 27, 12 - 1 p.m. EDT
What's Buzzin' in Wellness
Presented by Joi Alexander, director, Wellness Empowerment Center
Tune in to hear from Joi Alexander, the director of the Georgia Tech Wellness Empowerment Center (WEC). She'll introduce you to the WEC and talk about the programs and services they offer to promote health and wellness holistically for students. Watch the recording.

April

Tuesday, April 16, 12 - 1 p.m. EDT
What's Buzzin' With Commencement
Presented by Georgia Tech Institute Events
Meet the team behind your student’s Commencement and Convocation ceremonies. Attendees will learn what to expect at Spring Commencement and tips on how to make the most of the day. 

Thursday, April 18, 7 - 8:30 p.m. EDT
QPR for Parents: Addressing Suicide Concerns with Your Student
Presented by Andrew Stochel, Ph.D., Georgia Tech Counseling Center
There is a great deal of taboo surrounding suicide, asking for help, and knowing what to say. Come learn about steps to talk with your student about suicide and resources to support them. Due to the sensitive nature of the discussion, this session will not be recorded. Capacity will be limited to 40; register on the Hive and you'll be sent the Teams link.

Tuesday, April 23, 12 - 1 p.m. EDT
Tech Talks with Dean Stein
Presented by Dean John Stein
Spend an hour with John Stein, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Brandt-Fritz Dean of Students Chair. Join this webinar to learn about the current campus community and hot topics. A Q&A chat session will be available at the end of his presentation.