Dr. Cindy Achat-Mendes

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Dr. Cindy Achat-Mendes

May 5, 2017

Dr. Cindy Achat-Mendes, assistant professor of biology, School of Science and Technology, was a spring 2017 GGC Top Claw award recipient.

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Upcoming Events

2021 GGC Hackathon Workshop
Oct 16
The School of Science and Technology, host of the 2021 GGC Hackathon Competition, is hosting a workshop to help get students prepared for the competition on Saturday, Oct. 23.

During this workshop, you'll learn the basics of:
- Python Programming
- Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
Register here by October 14. Email Dr. Negar Orangi-Fard at norangifard@ggc.edu for more information.

Free Flu Shots – Appointment Required
Oct 18
Protect yourself and the people around you from serious flu illness by getting the injectable flu shot, which is free for all current GGC students while supplies last.

An appointment is required. Schedule your appointment here, or by calling Health Services at 678.407.5676. If line is busy due to call volume, please leave a message with your contact information and you will receive a call back.

*Please bring a mask to enter the clinic for your appointment. Masks are REQUIRED in Health Services and one cannot be provided.

Grizzlyfest Homecoming: Chili Cook-Off Voting
Oct 18
The Grizzlyfest Chili Cook-off is an annual homecoming tradition and a fun and tasty way to raise money for the GGC Fund, which supports student success.

Meet the competitors:
- Dr. Chavonda Mills, School of Science and Technology, White Chicken Chili
- Barbara Mann, Library, Chicken Chili in a Crockpot
- Darin Wilson, Grizzly Athletics, Spicy Chicken Chili
- Dr. Diane White, School of Health Sciences, Grizzly Bear Chili
- Dr. Tyler Yu, School of Business, Southwestern-style Chili
- Dr. Teresa Winterhalter, School of Liberal Arts, Cuban Chili Picadillo
- Dr. Justin Jernigan, Student Engagement and Success, Vietnamese Turkey Chili
- Dr. Bernard Oliver, School of Education, Short Rib Chili
- Tomas Jimenez, Student Affairs, New Mexico Hatch Chile Chili
You can vote in person during Grizzlyfest or, if you can't be with us in person this year, you can vote virtually until 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 23.
Vote