Georgia Southern University Granted First Undergraduate Manufacturing Engineering Program in the State of Georgia
“Manufacturing is returning to the U.S., and the state of Georgia can now prepare its citizens for careers in this fast-growing field,” said Mohammad Davoud, dean of the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Information Technology. “Employees trained in manufacturing will enable Georgia to attract corporations and industries to invest in the state and region. These corporations need manufacturing engineers who are trained to think innovatively and use state-of-the-art techniques and technologies. The new Manufacturing Engineering program at Georgia Southern will do just that.”
Archie Manning Postponed Until Spring
The University has rescheduled its Leadership Lecture Series featuring speaker Archie Manning, National Football League player, 1989 College Hall of Fame member, and Chairman of the National Football Foundation, until Tuesday, March 24, 2015 from 7-8 p.m. The rescheduling from Sept. 17, 2014 is due to unforeseen construction at Hanner Fieldhouse.
School of Nursing Receives $2.2 Million in Grant Funding
Georgia Southern University’s School of Nursing received more than $2.2 million in grant funding, which will serve three purposes: help to establish a Center for Nursing Scholarship and Research, introduce a new graduate level Chronic Illness Certificate Program and provide scholarships to students seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner degree.
Alumni Association Names the Inaugural “40 Under 40” Class of 2014
“Georgia Southern has some outstanding graduates and our young alumni are no exception,” said Wendell Tompkins, senior director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving. “We are excited to recognize the ‘40 Under 40′ group for not only their leadership in their personal and professional lives, but for their True Blue spirit. This group represents the very best of Georgia Southern alumni.”
Torres-Capeles Appointed Executive Director of Continuing Education
“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Belkis Torres-Capeles to the position of executive director of Continuing Education,” said Jean Bartels, Ph.D., RN, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. “I am confident she is well prepared to take on the responsibilities of sustaining the accomplishments and traditional successes of the Division of Continuing Education while moving the Division to its next level of distinction.”
HIV Conference to Bring New Strategies to Rural Health Care
“At this conference there will be nationally recognized speakers who will share evidence-based strategies for improved quality of life, professional care, and empowering environments,” said Fayth Parks, Ed.D., conference chair and College of Education professor.
Campus Gears Up for Operation Move-In
“Last year, 3,131 students checked in on the day of Operation Move-In, 966 arrived prior to that day…and another 960 arrived the day after,” said Vickie Shaw, assistant director of University Housing. “If history repeats itself, and it has for several years, we will have about that same number this year.”
Governor Nathan Deal Appoints Professor to Georgia Board of Nursing
“This has been a private dream of mine for years, but to actually be invited, unsolicited, is one of the most uplifting events of my professional career,” Shilling said. “I have to thank Donna Hodnicki (Professor Emeritus) and Provost Jean Bartels for their wonderful mentorship to me over the years. Without their influence, I doubt I would have ever felt qualified to serve in this capacity.”
University Police Department Receives $8,000 Grant for Breathalyzer
“The Georgia Southern University Police Department is proud to partner with The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to help keep everyone safe on our roadways,” said Laura McCullough, assistant director of Public Safety. “We are extremely grateful to receive this grant because it enhances our continued efforts to provide a safe environment to the faculty, staff, students and visitors on our campus.”
Georgia Southern University Nursing Professor Named 2014 NIMHD Scholar
“I applied for this opportunity to be more able to adequately address those who deal with chronic illness and to participate in research that will tell us how to successfully eliminate health disparities in the U.S. and southeast Georgia,” said Anderson. “Determining ways to assist in addressing the health disparity and social inequity issues is essential in understanding the needs, dynamics, and intervention required to address change in health behaviors and health outcomes.”