On May 2 from 6PM to 9PM, Georgia Highlands College is hosting a community celebration called GHC Celebrates, coinciding with the college’s new strategic plan launch titled “Where Talent Meets Purpose.” The highlight of the event will be live music by Guardians of the Jukebox as well as the Waffle House food truck. Taking place in the Cartersville campus gymnasium, located at 5441 GA-20, the event is a chance for the public to take in the college atmosphere and relive some of those great 80s memories while making new ones.
This is more than a celebration — it’s the beginning of what’s next for GHC. More students than ever are choosing GHC because they believe in the power of education to change their future.
Guests will be surrounded by neon lights, 80s-inspired decor, and fantastic music by Guardians of the Jukebox, who offer a visual and sonic highlight reel from the 80s. Their shows are packed with energy and smash hits including “Electric Avenue,” “Walk Like an Egyptian,” “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “Footloose,” “Come on Eileen,” “We Are the Champions,” and of course, “Don’t Stop Believing.”
Feel free to dress in 80s looks and go all out with bold colors and big hair. And if you get hungry, the Waffle House food truck will be on site, serving up some tasty grub.
“We would love to have the community join us for this celebration,” said Kelly Nagel, Director of Development at GHC. “The music is going to be great. Bring your friends and family, come see our Cartersville campus, and have a fun night kicking off our strategic plan.”
Alumni will enjoy an exclusive area with special touches created just for you as we honor your place in our story.
GHC Celebrates recognizes:
- 250,000 community members served
- 2.5 million educational credit hours completed
- $2.5 billion combined annual economic impact
- ASPEN Top 10 college
- Newsweek Top College for Women
- 1st place, Regents Debate
- Chancellor’s Cup winner for enrollment
General admission is $10, admission with Waffle House food is $20, and VIP tickets (admission, food, and VIP area access) are $30.





























