MyNews: May 15, 2017
Appointment of Senior Leadership Team announced for the new Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University President Jaimie Hebert, Ph.D., announced the appointment of the senior leadership team for the new Georgia Southern University, contingent upon the Board of Regents’ approval of the new consolidated university.
Thousands of Georgia Southern graduates soar to new heights during Spring Commencement ceremonies
More than 3,300 of Georgia’s best and brightest undergraduate and graduate students received degrees from Georgia Southern University during ceremonies on May 5 and 6 in Statesboro.
Swim safely with advice from faculty expert in College of Public Health
It’s that time of year. The sun is shining, and the Georgia heat is beckoning you to the pool. The next time you’re soaking in some rays and floating in the water, be sure to thank an environmental public health inspector.
Faculty expert and alumnus Chris Rustin (‘04, ‘13), DrPH, REHS, has worked on data analysis with the Georgia Department of Public Health for years to determine the biggest health and safety risks associated with public pools. Rustin worked with his colleagues to prove that semi-public community pools, such as those in apartment complexes and neighborhoods, are most frequently cited as being out of compliance for state/local health and safety codes.
19-year-old JPHCOPH student earns Bachelor of Science this May
Age is just a number for Georgia Southern student Arianna Archer. The 19-year-old began her college career before she could even vote, and what a career that has been.
COE masters candidates to participate in research through National Science Foundation
Thanks to a grant through the National Science Foundation (NSF), candidates in the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) program Molly Hopper and Lindsay Snowden have the outstanding opportunity to participate in an advanced research experience for teachers at Georgia Southern University.
Double Eagle Donna Wiggins, Ph.D., receives Award for Excellence in Teaching
In March, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) alumna and Double Eagle, Donna Gwyn Wiggins, Ph.D., (’79, ’85), received Winston-Salem State University’s (WSSU) 2017 University of North Carolina Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching.
The award was created by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors in 1994 to identify and reward teachers at each of its campuses every year. In addition to receiving the award at the university’s commencement ceremony on May 19, Wiggins will also receive a $12,500 stipend.
COE Edcamp draws record numbers
More than 160 educators from across southeast Georgia came together for Georgia Southern University College of Education’s (COE) second annual Edcamp event on Saturday, April 22, for a day of educational training and learning experiences.
Georgia Southern University establishes first scientific field station on 1,400-acre gift from Southeastern Trust for Parks and Land
Georgia Southern University’s expanding campus just got 1,400 acres larger.
While the University is working on the upcoming consolidation with Armstrong State University located in Savannah and Hinesville, and an enlarged student population of 27,000, the Statesboro-based University has acquired its first permanent scientific field station.
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On-Campus News
- CLASS students recognized at CURIO Symposium
- Students, faculty present at National Conference on Undergraduate Research
- English as a Second Language Lunch and Learn to take place this May
- Georgia Southern students raise awareness of hunger
- Latest Survey Results for Georgia Climate Index show moderate concerns for current business conditions
- Annual CEIT Research Symposium highlights student achievements and research
In the Media
- Spring commencement held at GSU — WTOC
- Peace named Statesboro Herald Humanitarian of the Year — Statesboro Herald
- Three chosen for Deen Day Smith Lifetime Achievement Awards — Statesboro Herald
- Gov. Deal signs record Georgia budget with raises for teachers, others — AJC
- Vote regarding future Georgia Southern University postponed amid opposition — WJCL
- She grew up in Macon and now works to make Africa safer — Macon Telegraph (Alumna featured)
- BCHS senior to graduate as college junior — Bryan County News
- Growing Up Asian-American In The South — GPB News
Last updated: 7/7/2017