Georgia Southern University receives state funding for Georgia’s first college of optometry, literacy center
Georgia Southern University has received a state investment of nearly $40 million to support several projects that address critical needs throughout the state, including the first college of optometry in Georgia and an applied reading center.
Approximately 4,400 degrees conferred during Georgia Southern’s 2026 Spring Commencement ceremonies
Last week, approximately 4,400 graduates from Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro, Armstrong, Liberty and Swainsboro campuses received associate, baccalaureate, masters, specialist and doctoral degrees in five Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies.
Georgia Southern recognized by Forbes on list of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026
Georgia Southern University has received high honors from Forbes in recognition of its commitment to institutional culture with the recent announcement of the publication’s list of “America’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026.” Out of 600 companies on the list, Georgia Southern impressively landed in the top tier at #33.
Georgia Southern – East Georgia Campus Athletics joins NAIA
Community invited to April 27 Golden Eagles celebration
New research examines how position and injury affect heart rate variability in NCAA football players during preseason training
New research suggests that the body’s response to workloads may vary depending on an athlete’s position on the field.
Georgia Southern Model UN team wins big at national conference
Georgia Southern University is once again setting the standard for excellence at the National Model UN Conference, receiving outstanding delegation…
Reduce injury, improve readiness: Georgia Southern research impacts police training methods
Georgia Southern University researchers are helping reshape law enforcement officer training.
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Georgia Southern University joins the Georgia Research Alliance
May 20, 2026
Georgia Southern University has been named a member of the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA), joining a group of leading research universities including the University of Georgia, the Georgia Institute of Technology and Georgia State University.
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Romanian physicist crosses international waters for research opportunity at Georgia Southern
Romanian lecturer Mihaela Udristioiu, Ph.D. has returned to Georgia Southern University for her second time as a Fulbright research scholar fellow.
Georgia Southern University and Shimadzu Scientific Instruments launch strategic research and education partnership
Georgia Southern University has entered into an impactful collaboration with Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc., a leading provider of analytical instrumentation, through the Shimadzu Partnership for Academics, Research, and Quality of Life (SPARQ) program. Representatives from Georgia Southern University and Shimadzu announced the partnership after signing the official agreement this week.
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Georgia Southern Magazine keeps alumni and friends connected with the latest university news, achievements, and updates. From celebrating student success to showcasing alumni impact, it offers a dynamic look at life on and beyond campus.
Summer means serious heat and humidity here in southeast Georgia, but at Georgia Southern it also means the annual Summer Celebration! Georgia Southern President Kyle Marrero and First Lady Jane Marrero hosted all the staff, faculty and students in the campus community to enjoy delicious, fresh fruit and ice cream to beat the heat.
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