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Student Health Services unveils grand opening in Health Sciences Building 

January 22, 2026Avatar photoJamison Guice

“This space is for each and every student at AU – a safe and collaborative space focused on improving one’s health in order to achieve success," says Shelli Larkin.

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Nominations for AU’s community service awards close Friday

January 22, 2026Paige Tucker

“I've dedicated 19 years to championing public health in dentistry and bringing awareness to the dental underserved Georgia communities," says Ketarya Hunt-Bass.

A group of four male neuroscientists stand in front of a backdrop with a picture of an animated brain on it and look at the camera.

MCG starts human trials on deep brain stimulation for Alzheimer’s patients

January 21, 2026Avatar photoHannah Litteer

“We want the patients to have the same clinical dementia ratings or better two years from now,” says David T. Blake, PhD.

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Kemp’s final State of the State address boosts higher ed

January 21, 2026Avatar photoStacey Eidson

The state is investing $2 billion more in higher education than when Kemp first took office in 2019.

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AU campuses to be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25 and Monday, Jan. 26

January 21, 2026Avatar photoStaff

The safety of our AU community is the top priority for university leadership.

Augustus posed in front of the Merchandise Module at the Roar Store Rager

Student-led mobile merch units boost learning, spirit and visibility at AU

January 20, 2026Avatar photoDelaney Freistuhler

“The mobile merchandise unit is student managed and operated providing students the unique opportunity to be part of a start-up environment," says Mike McAlister.

A man speaks to a group of health care trainees.

School of Public Health names new associate dean for faculty affairs

January 15, 2026man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

I’m excited about the dedicated support that Curt can provide to SPH faculty to ensure their long-term success," says Teresa Waters, PhD.

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IMMCG to host Inaugural Margaret-Gertraud Immunology Lectureship

January 14, 2026man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

"This lecture will offer valuable insight for established researchers and clinicians, as well as the next generation of immunologists," says Klaus Ley, MD.

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AU keeps the momentum going at the State Capitol

January 13, 2026Avatar photoStacey Eidson

Following the success of last year’s legislative session, Augusta University President Russell T. Keen and the Government Relations team have a lot to celebrate.

Four students sit around a table with two women from Augusta University in the Augusta University storefront at the Junior Achievement Discovery Center.

AU earns Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement

January 12, 2026man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

"Together, we are strengthening our communities while advancing the mission of Augusta University," says AU President Russell T. Keen.

A man stands in the hallway of a building on a college campus.

Stephen Shiver, MD, named chair of MCG’s Department of Emergency Medicine

January 8, 2026Tim Rausch

“Since he stepped in as chair, patient experience scores in the Emergency Department have dramatically improved," says David C. Hess, MD.

A female high school student learns how to use lab equipment during a field trip to a scientific lab.

Georgia Cancer Center offers local students glimpse into biomedical science

January 8, 2026Chris Curry

These programs are part of a broader effort to kindle interest in biomedical careers and give young learners authentic exposure to the techniques scientists rely on.

Girl in hospital bed with therapy dog.

Christmas Magic: Donor transforms rare collection into care for children

January 6, 2026Woman's head shotValerie Emerick

"Kids deserve a fighting chance, especially with the high cost of treatment. At the end of the day, it all comes from the heart," says an anonymous donor.

A female college student sits in a wheelchair with a special lever on each of the two bigger wheels. While she demonstrates how it works, a male college student uses a microphone to tell a large crowd how they came up with the idea to give people bound to a wheelchair more independence.

‘Pitches for a Purpose’: Annual INNOVATE Pitch Competition features new twist

January 5, 2026man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

"INNOVATE is about shaping the future for a purpose," says Lynsey Steinberg.

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HUB, MCG partnership wins $200,000 NIH Build UP Trust Challenge

January 5, 2026Britney Pooser

The HUB received the $200,000 award in acknowledgement of its program that serves high school students and their families to help meet their physical and social needs.

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Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia receives $50 million investment

December 29, 2025Avatar photoStaff

"The impact of this gift and the depth of our gratitude to Mr. Golisano can’t be overstated," says Augusta University President Russell T. Keen.

Two college students, one man and one woman, give each other a fist bump while sitting in a large auditorium. It is filled with faculty, staff and students from a university celebrating the start of a new academic year.

‘Moving forward with purpose’: Augusta University 2025 Year-in-Review

December 23, 2025Avatar photoStaff

As we take some time to celebrate with friends and colleagues and prepare for an exciting new year, below are some of our most notable stories of 2025.

A group of high school students and a university president and first lady pose for a photo.

Early admits at local high schools surprised with AU acceptance letters

December 23, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

“I audibly gasped and was very excited when I realized this was why we were being pulled out of class today,” says Dejon Odom.

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Augusta University celebrates fall 2025 graduates

December 22, 2025Avatar photoHaley Crain

“When we obtain these degrees, a chapter in all of our lives will be closing, but a new one will emerge," says Landon Gilbert.

Male and female students running on to a court

Local fifth-graders see a pair of Jaguar wins at Education Day games

December 22, 2025man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

“This is a wonderful and enjoyable event. Our guys love it, and I love it as a coach as well," says Dip Metress.

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