Georgia Southern University to Participate in International Fraud Awareness Week Nov. 16-22
“Georgia Southern University recognizes that an ethical, efficient and effective work environment is essential in our continuing effort to successfully accomplish our mission,” said Brooks A. Keel, Ph.D., president. “Fraud, waste and abuse directly impact our stewardship responsibilities and the well-being of individuals within our campus community.”
Georgia Southern University Receives Research and Education Gift from Gulfstream Aerospace Corp.
“Engaging in partnerships with Gulfstream allows Georgia Southern to continue to have a significant impact on preparing students for the workforce and strengthening communities for many generations to come,” said Brooks A. Keel, Ph.D., president of Georgia Southern University. “It’s companies like Gulfstream that help open doors to other opportunities with companies that have similar needs and goals. Together we can make a difference in the lives, communities and companies of our city, state and region.”
Online Master of Education Program Ranked Top Ten by TheBestSchools.Org
Georgia Southern University’s online Master of Education in Higher Education Administration has been ranked number 10 on TheBestSchools.org, “25 Best Online Master in Higher Education Degree Programs.” The selection was based on several factors including academic excellence, course offerings, faculty strengths, and reputation.
OneGeorgia Authority Announces $500,000 Grant for Business Incubation and Workforce Development
The OneGeorgia Authority, a financial partner for economic development in Georgia, has announced its decision to grant a $500,000 OneGeorgia Equity Award for the advancement of workforce development in the Statesboro-Bulloch County region. The project, titled “Statesboro-Bulloch Regional Career and Workforce Initiative,” is a collaboration among Georgia Southern University, the Development Authority of Bulloch County and Ogeechee Technical College.
University Announces Fall 2014 Commencement Speakers
Georgia Southern University will hold its 23rd Annual Fall Commencement with three graduation ceremonies at Hanner Fieldhouse on Friday, Dec. 12.
Georgia Southern University Brings the World to Statesboro for 9th Annual International Festival
Georgia Southern University will bring the world to Statesboro during the 9th Annual International Festival on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Mill Creek Regional Park, 888 Georgia Highway 24. The annual festival, hosted by the Center for International Studies, is a celebration of culture, music, art and food from around the world. Admission to the festival is free and open to everyone.
National Association of College & University Food Services Selects Georgia Southern University Employee
Georgia Southern University’s Emily Arrington, assistant manager of Dining Commons, has been selected to participate in the 2014 Marketing Institute, from Dec. 2-6 in Atlanta. The Marketing Institute is one of eight professional development institutes shaped and coordinated by the National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) and sponsored by Coca-Cola North America.
Governor Deal Issues New Policy for Travelers from Ebola-affected Countries
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Georgia will increase Ebola monitoring for all in-bound travelers from affected countries. Travelers will be screened at the airport by quarantine station medical personnel. This screening will include measuring temperature and checking for symptoms of Ebola and history of any exposure to known Ebola patients.
Herty Announces Launch of Consortium for Advanced Wood-to-Energy Solutions
The Georgia Southern University Herty Advanced Materials Development Center, Savannah, GA (Herty), U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities (Endowment); and the USDA Forest Service Forest Products Laboratory, Madison, WI (FPL); announced the launch of the Consortium for Advanced Wood-to-Energy Solutions (CAWES). The consortium’s goal is to spearhead development of commercially-viable, advanced wood-to-energy products that can be produced from low-value trees and forest residues that can compromise forest health and increase the frequency of wildfires.
University to Host Renowned Author Richard Louv in Sustainability Seminar
The Georgia Southern University Center for Sustainability and the Recreation and Tourism Management Program will partner to host Richard Louv, acclaimed author and journalist, in a sustainability seminar titled “The Hybrid Mind,” on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center, 847 Plant Drive. Louv is the author of eight books on the connections between family, nature and the community.