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The Georgia College & State University Office of Sustainability will host a tabling event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Courthouse parking lot, highlighting the benefits of native plants and strategies for small-space design. Native plants are available to take home!Partnering with the American Society of Landscape Architects, the event will feature resources on local nurseries and practical ideas for creating sustainable landscapes in any space.

Friday, Sept. 26, at 3 p.m.“Emergency Preparedness: Active Threat Protocols”Public Safety Chief Wes Hardin will provide an overview of lockdown protocols, how to properly respond to reported active-shooter or bomb threats and how Public Safety is prepared to keep you safe.A bomb threat checklist is available as an attachment below to open and download for your reference.ACCESS THE WEBINAR

Friday, Sept. 26, at 2 p.m.“You’re Not Alone: Mental Health Resources”Steve Wilson, director of Counseling Services, will dive into mental health, the signs of a crisis and the resources available to those who are, or know someone who is, struggling.ACCESS THE WEBINAR Suicide Prevention (noon): The University System of Georgia will also host a suicide-prevention training webinar for all USG students, faculty and staff at 12 p.m. noon on Friday, Sept. 26. Additional events are scheduled...

Thursday, Sept. 25, at 3 p.m.“What If There’s a Chemical Spill or Fire?” (for faculty/staff)Dr. Michael Hejazi, director of Environmental Health, Safety & Fire Safety, will cover the proper response to dangerous workplace accidents.ACCESS THE WEBINAR

Thursday, Sept. 25, at 2 p.m.“Protecting Yourself and Your Belongings” (for students)Director of Residence Life Lori Burns will share tips and tricks about personal safety, as well as preventing theft and burglary.ACCESS THE WEBINAR

Campus Safety Week: Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 3 p.m.“Preparing for Severe Weather”Jeremy Nobles, associate director of Emergency Management, will outline what you need to know before and during emergency weather situations, from stocking necessary supplies to how the university works to keep you safe.ACCESS THE WEBINAR

Campus Safety Week: Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 3 p.m.“Sexual Misconduct & Title IX”Jackie Watts, Title IX coordinator, will discuss misconduct, how to report it and the important role of mandatory reporters.ACCESS THE WEBINAR

Campus Safety Week: Monday, Sept. 22, at 3 p.m.“What Does It Mean to ‘Shelter in Place?’”Brian Freese, deputy chief of police at Georgia College, will explore the crisis situations that lead to “shelter in place” orders, how they differ and what you need to know in each specific instance.ACCESS THE WEBINAR