‘Freedom to Soar’ unveiled in honor of late Georgia Southern bald eagle mascot
A new symbol of Eagle spirit stands at the entrance of Allen E. Paulson Stadium after Georgia Southern University unveiled “Freedom to Soar,” a life-size bronze statue honoring Freedom, the University’s beloved bald eagle mascot who passed away in March 2025.
Georgia Southern’s premier choir soars in overseas competition
The Southern Chorale, Georgia Southern University’s premier choral ensemble, continues to reach new heights in international competitions. The group took third place in the CantaRode International Choral Festival in the Netherlands, which was held from May 29 through June 1. The prestigious festival featured 10 choirs from eight countries, including the U.S., Sweden, Slovenia and other European countries.
Georgia Southern graduate digs into history, anthropology to find passion and purpose
Before the coronavirus pandemic set Gatch on a track to earning her undergraduate degrees in history and anthropology at Georgia Southern University, her mind was firmly set on attending any other school.
‘The Pope is also a monarch’: Georgia Southern professor explains upcoming papal vote
Wednesday will begin a nearly thousand-year-old tradition. After the recent passing of Pope Francis, who served as pope for 12 years, the Catholic Church is looking for his successor. Soon, the doors to the Sistine Chapel will be locked, signifying the beginning of the papal conclave – the secretive balloting process where the College of Cardinals, who are among the highest-ranking members of the church, elect a new pope.
Rural health documentary earns Peabody Award for Georgia Southern professor
Georgia Southern University Professor Matthew Hashiguchi has won a Peabody Award for his documentary, “The Only Doctor,” which focuses on rural health and the services provided by a single doctor in southwest Georgia.
Georgia Southern theatre senior wins Kennedy Center scholarship
Over the weekend, Gabby Burton, a senior theater major, won the Voice and Speech Trainers Association Excellence Award and a $500 scholarship at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival in Washington, D.C.
Georgia Southern students present research, win cash prizes at CURIO symposium
More than 70 students in Georgia Southern University’s College of Arts and Humanities showcased their talents at the annual CURIO Symposium, a hybrid event featuring research presentations and fine arts performances.
Georgia Southern Ethics Bowl team rising to national prominence
In just two years, Georgia Southern University’s Ethics Bowl team has become nationally competitive, earning a top 15 finish and the Bob Ladenson Spirit Award at the APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl earlier this semester.
Georgia Southern Armstrong Campus seniors show their work in upcoming gallery show
Seniors in the Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art are wrapping up their collegiate art collections, and one student is using the opportunity to show love and appreciation to one of her heroes: her mom.