University Announces $8,000 Grant from Governor’s Office
“We are excited about the receipt of this grant because it allows us to continue educating students on the dangers of distracted and impaired driving,” said Nicole Withers, administrative coordinator for the Office of Alcohol and Other Drugs Programs at Georgia Southern. “We will be able to continue our efforts to keep the student body, community and other drivers safe as we encourage them to steer away from destructive decisions.”
Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art Announces $500,000 Gift from Gov. Carl Sanders Estate
“This gift shows the unrelenting support that Gov. Sanders had for education and the Arts at Georgia Southern. We are honored to be able to continue exemplifying academic excellence in the Arts and we are extremely thankful for his dedication and service to the state of Georgia, ” said University President Brooks A. Keel, Ph.D.
Professor Published in Prestigious British Medical Journal
“This is the first time in Georgia Southern’s 108 years of history that someone from our University has had a manuscript published in The Lancet,” said Isaac Chun Hai Fung, Ph.D., professor. “This accomplishment reflects that the research direction my collaborators and I are taking is attracting attention from top medical journals.”
Devon Jensen Appointed Interim Associate Dean of the College of Graduate Studies
“Dr. Jensen brings extensive knowledge and research expertise in the area of higher education leadership,” said Jean Bartels, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. “Please join me in welcoming Dr. Jensen to this role. I have every confidence that he will fulfill the responsibilities of this position admirably.”
Online Sports Management Degree Ranked No. 6 by Top Management Degrees
“Honors such as the number six ranking from TopManagementDegrees.com and similar rankings from other publications provide validation for the decision to move our master’s program online, and provide recognition for the quality of our graduate coursework,” said Christopher Barnhill, professor.
Herty Launches CRADA with the Nonwovens Institute to Develop Specialty Fibers
The Georgia Southern University Herty Advanced Materials Development Center (Herty) and the Nonwovens Institute at North Carolina State University (NWI) announced today the launch of a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement to the accelerate the development of novel specialty fibers including islands-in-the-sea and other advanced bi-component fibers.
Georgia Southern University ROTC Cadet Ranks Fourth in Nation
Of the 5,617 Cadets expected to graduate and commission between Fall 2014 and Summer 2015, Georgia Southern University Cadet Matthew Horne ranks fourth nationally. Horne is an International Studies major from Stedman, North Carolina and currently holds a 3.94 GPA.
Georgia Southern University Grants More Than 1700 Degrees During Fall Commencement
Georgia Southern University today held its 23rd annual Fall Commencement at Hanner Fieldhouse, 590 Herty Drive. University President Brooks A. Keel, Ph.D. conferred more than 1,700 graduate and undergraduate degrees during three separate ceremonies to accommodate the graduating class.
Best and Brightest High School Seniors Attend 10th Annual Southern Scholars Showcase
“This event was intended to help prospective students decide if Georgia Southern is the right fit for them,” said Amy Smith, director for the Office of Admissions. “Prospective students were able to interact with current students, faculty, and staff throughout the weekend and ask many questions. Additionally, some students were offered valuable scholarship dollars to help offset the cost of attendance. Scholarships can range from one-time $500 awards to four-year renewable full tuition awards.”
Don McLemore Named Acting Vice President for the Division of Research & Economic Development
Don McLemore, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Chemistry and director of the Office of Industry Relations and Economic Development, has been appointed acting vice president for the Division of Research & Economic Development.