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Talks at Tech exists to establish a brand that is recognized as the central hub for conversations and discussions at Georgia Tech that are unique and engaging.

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Tweet in your questions using the hashtag #ConvowithRepReeves

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Hope to see you at our event today, A Conversation with Representative Bert Reeves at 5PM in @GTClough 144!

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Updated Tie Count: President Peterson now has about 30 gold ties (down from 49 last year) because of he's donated a lot to Campus Closet!

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Thanks for everyone who came out to #ConvowithBud!

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Q: How can we address price and variety in dining options around campus?
A: Experimenting with options like food trucks

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Q: Student graduate with great skills and expertise, but what would you like to improve in what students leave with?
A: Communication.

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Q: Have some of the goals for the QEP been established?
A: On a global level – yes; forming specific goals is part of the 10-yr QEP process.

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Q: Is there any way to pursue energy from an academic perspective?
A: Sustainability is a main focus of the Quality Enhancement Plan.

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"When students mention their most significant experience, they don't say Calc II – it's travel abroad, work abroad, internship or co-op."

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"You don't hear students today say 'I don't know.' They go find out." #ConvowithBud

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A: Develop a global awareness among our students; 46% of students have an international experience

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Q: What's the global perspective with the Strategic Plan?

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"All the technology in the world would be of little significance without public policy directing its use." #ConvowithBud

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A: No. We're interested in technology and things that help build and support technology.

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Q: Is there any interest in developing professional grad programs like law school or med school?

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"The second law explains why your sock drawer is a mess. It says that nothing is perfect." #ConvowithBud

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Q: If you were to give a "Ted Talk" what would it be about?
A: The first and second law of thermodynamics.

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President Peterson was appointed to represent the ACC for the NCAA.

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"I don't know exactly what'd I do if I were president of the NCAA, but maybe I'll get to find out." #ConvowithBud

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A: Proud to be in @theACC because of their strong balance between academics and athletics