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‘Godspell’ next up in Main Stage Series at Performing Arts Center

Broadway favorite “Godspell” will be presented by Georgia Southern University’s Theatre and Performance program and the Performing Arts Center (PAC) on the Statesboro Campus Feb. 27 through March 1. The musical is a part of the PAC’s 2019-2020 Main Stage Series.

A new playing field: former athlete turned educational leader inspires students to be campus, community leaders

John Egan, Ed.D., spent his undergraduate and graduate academic career pursuing degrees in sports management. As an award-winning college pole vaulter, Egan wanted to continue his passion for sports, melding it into his career. Yet, when he began as an advisor in Georgia Southern’s Student-Athlete Services, which provides academic support and development to student-athletes, in 2012, Egan’s professional focus quickly shifted from sports management to students.

Georgia Southern educational leadership faculty recognized for international award

Georgia Southern University’s Daniel Calhoun, Ph.D., associate professor of educational leadership, is one of only three individuals internationally to receive the 2020 Annuit Coeptis Senior Professional Award from the American College Personnel Association — College Student Educators International.

How four Georgia Southern students used jewelry to earn $5,000 scholarships

More than eight months of teamwork and a jewelry line concept earned four Parker College of Business students a $5,000 scholarship each after they were named the Top Team during the annual National Retail Foundation (NRF) Student Challenge.

Office of Career and Professional Development fostering learning through Internship Scholarship Program

Last summer, Megan Leben landed a dream internship with NASCAR team Joe Gibbs Racing, but despite her excitement, Leben faced obstacles relocating to Charlotte, N.C.

Front row seat to history: Georgia Southern Liberty Campus student attends 2020 State of the Union

While the world watched the 2020 State of the Union address by President Donald Trump from their living rooms, Georgia Southern first-year student Jaiden E. Thompson witnessed the historic event from a balcony seat at the United States Capitol with U.S. congressmen, senators and Supreme Court justices on the floor level below her.

Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony to perform spring concert on Armstrong Campus

Georgia Southern University’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony will host a spring concert on the Armstrong Campus in the Fine Arts Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Admission to the concert is $6. Georgia Southern students, faculty and staff are admitted free with their Eagle ID.

Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony to perform spring concert on Armstrong Campus

Georgia Southern University’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony will host a spring concert on the Armstrong Campus in the Fine Arts Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Admission to the concert is $6. Georgia Southern students, faculty and staff are admitted free with their Eagle ID.

Georgia Southern University police identify suspect, leads to arrest in sexual assault case

The Georgia Southern University Police Department has identified Brandon Harris as the suspect in a sexual assault that was reported to University police on November 17, 2019. Harris turned himself in to police following the issuance of a warrant for his arrest on felony rape charges.

Armstrong Campus hosts annual ‘High School Congressional Exhibition’

Georgia Southern University’s Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art will host the annual Congressional Art Competition for high school students in Georgia’s 1st Congressional District. Works in “An Artistic Discovery” will be displayed on the Armstrong Campus in the Fine Arts Gallery. The exhibition will run on weekdays Feb. 10-23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a closing reception on Feb. 23 at 2 p.m. The exhibition is free and open to the public.