Governor Nathan Deal Comments on President’s Decision to Double-Match REACH Scholarship
“The REACH scholarship is a lifeline for hard working students who may not be able to afford the college education they so greatly deserve,” said Governor Nathan Deal. “Georgia Southern’s decision to expand their involvement with the REACH Scholarship will allow more of our students to accomplish their academic and career goals. I would like to encourage all Georgia colleges and universities to follow suit and continue to expand the promise of the REACH scholarship. ”
President Keel Announces Double-Match for REACH Scholarship
“We’re proud to announce our intention of being one of the first public universities to double-match the REACH scholarship,” said Keel. “Through additional corporate partnerships, donations and proceeds the University receives from the sale of its specialty license plates, Georgia Southern will invest in the future of our state, one life at a time, by dedicating additional funds to the program.”
Georgia Southern University Now Offers BSN-to-DNP Pathway
“This program indicates that Georgia Southern is responsive to provide educational experiences that will improve the health care of Georgians,” said Allen. “It also shows the University’s commitment to continue meeting the educational preparation necessary for nurse practitioners to work in the ever-changing health care environment.”
University Selects Emily Kuhfeld As First Head Coach for Women’s Golf Program
“I could not be more excited and honored to join the Georgia Southern family as the first women’s golf coach,” said Kuhfeld. “During the interview process, I was blown away by the University, facilities and beauty of Statesboro. I feel that everything is in place to create something very special here.”
Eagles Officially Join Sun Belt Conference
“This is a milestone day for Georgia Southern University, and we are very excited to be joining the Sun Belt conference,” Georgia Southern President Brooks Keel, Ph.D., told a standing room only crowd in the Williams Center during the official announcement.
University Researchers Study Wilderness Therapy for PTSD
Georgia Southern University researchers have partnered with the Warrior Hike “Walk Off The War” Program, to study thru-hiking as an alternative method of therapy for combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Georgia Southern University to Save $350,000 in Energy Efficiency
Georgia Southern University will save more than $350,000 over a five-year period by using light emitting diode (LED) bulbs instead of standard incandescent bulbs in eight of the campus housing complexes.
