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From grief to glory: ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ graduate sets sights on joining U.S. Space Force

Kelly Entrekin’s college experience began like many others, but took a tragic turn that almost prevented her from finishing.

The journey of Rudy Madrid: An Army service member’s path to graduation and commissioning

The story of new ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ graduate Rudy Madrid is one of determination, perseverance and a commitment to service. As an enlisted service member in the United States Army, Madrid had his sights set on achieving greater levels of service. To do so, he had to navigate the world of higher education as a nontraditional student to pursue his dream of becoming an officer in the Army.

Chasing the Hoodie: How a Joke Led a Richmond Hill Mom to Academic Stardom

April Trepagnier had no idea that her fascination with a graduation hood would lead her to pursue her first college degree at 43 years old.

From high school dropout to Double Eagle candidate

After dropping out of high school nearly a decade ago, Robbie Jorge, was ready for a life change. Jorge acquired a GED diploma, applied to ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ and became an anthropology student at the age of 26. In just a few days, he will be part of the first generation in his family to acquire a college degree.

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ to extend temporary test optional admission for Academic Year 2024-2025

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ will continue the temporary waiver of test score admission requirements for undergraduates for Academic Year 2024-2025 (Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2025), following approval of the extension by the University System of Georgia last week.

Military & Veteran Services to host informational sessions on National Day of Service May 6 

In honor of the second annual Veterans of Foreign Wars National Day of Service, ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥â€™s Military & Veteran Services will host informational sessions on Veterans Affairs issues and benefits on all three campuses on May 6. The events are free and open to students, faculty, staff and the community.

Beulah Narendrapurapu, Ph.D., and Eric Johnson, Ph.D., named Governor’s Teaching Fellows

Two faculty members from ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥’s College of Science and Mathematics have been selected by the Governor’s Teaching Fellows Committee for the 2023 Summer Symposium Program.

Irish delegate, Savannah mayor, state lobbyist among speakers for ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥â€™s Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ has named five acclaimed speakers for the University’s Spring 2023 Commencement ceremonies on May 9, 10, 11 and 13.

2023 ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Alumni Association Awards honor alumni achievements and community engagement

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥â€™s Alumni Association recognized the highest levels of achievement and service among the University’s alumni during the 2023 Alumni Awards ceremony, held at the Statesboro Convention & Visitors Bureau on April 14. 

Economic Monitor Q4 reports trajectory of slowing regional growth continues; Savannah metro expected to be insulated from recession 

The Savannah metro economy’s path of slowing growth continued for the fifth consecutive quarter, according to ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥â€™s latest Economic Monitor, which reflects Q4 2022. Yet, the outlook for the region is optimal.Â