Torres-Capeles Appointed Executive Director of Continuing Education
“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Belkis Torres-Capeles to the position of executive director of Continuing Education,” said Jean Bartels, Ph.D., RN, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. “I am confident she is well prepared to take on the responsibilities of sustaining the accomplishments and traditional successes of the Division of Continuing Education while moving the Division to its next level of distinction.”
HIV Conference to Bring New Strategies to Rural Health Care
“At this conference there will be nationally recognized speakers who will share evidence-based strategies for improved quality of life, professional care, and empowering environments,” said Fayth Parks, Ed.D., conference chair and College of Education professor.
University Police Department Receives $8,000 Grant for Breathalyzer
“The Georgia Southern University Police Department is proud to partner with The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to help keep everyone safe on our roadways,” said Laura McCullough, assistant director of Public Safety. “We are extremely grateful to receive this grant because it enhances our continued efforts to provide a safe environment to the faculty, staff, students and visitors on our campus.”
Georgia Southern University Nursing Professor Named 2014 NIMHD Scholar
“I applied for this opportunity to be more able to adequately address those who deal with chronic illness and to participate in research that will tell us how to successfully eliminate health disparities in the U.S. and southeast Georgia,” said Anderson. “Determining ways to assist in addressing the health disparity and social inequity issues is essential in understanding the needs, dynamics, and intervention required to address change in health behaviors and health outcomes.”
College of Business Administration ranked in Top 30 Best Online MBA Programs by BestColleges.com
“We are excited to see the ranking and believe it reflects the hard work of our faculty and staff, along with the quality and dedication of our students,” said Allen C. Amason, dean of the College of Business Administration at Georgia Southern University. “The challenge now is to stay on this cutting edge and continue adding value to our MBA and other programs. So, we are excited about the ranking, but we’re even more excited about the future.”
Georgia Southern University Police join Statesboro-Bulloch County Crime Suppression Team
The university’s police department officially joined the Statesboro-Bulloch County Crime Suppression Team. They’ll assign two officers to join sheriff’s deputies and city police officers to crack down on crimes like drug sales, property thefts and violent crimes.
Georgia Southern University and Coca-Cola Seal Refreshing Deal
Georgia Southern University and the Coca-Cola Company sealed a multi-year deal, allowing the world’s number one beverage company to continue to be the exclusive beverage provider for the University and Georgia Southern Athletics.
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. ”
