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DiscoveryHealth & MedicineNews Releases

DCG researcher studying gum disease, Alzheimer’s awarded $2.8M grant

March 13, 2025Avatar photoStacey Hudson

"Research shows a significant relationship between gum disease and Alzheimer's disease," says Ranya El Sayed, PhD.

Bring Your A GameCommunityNews Releases

Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home again earns best in the nation honor

March 12, 2025man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

This is the 10th year the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home has earned Best in Class honors and achieved the Customer Experience Award.

A woman sits at a long table with a small stack of books in front of her. There is a mural behind her that features a photo of a fountain.
Bring Your A GameNews Releases

COEHD professor leads by example for peers and students

March 11, 2025Avatar photoKaty Hennig

“My approach to counseling is I'll show up exactly as myself – someone clients can hopefully trust, respect and know that I will return that favor,” says Meredith Rausch, PhD.

About 25 people sit at circular tables in a conference room. A man stands at the front by a large projector screen with the words "Case Scenario: Giving Constructive Feedback" on it.
LearningNews Releases

Two-day workshop improves AU faculty mentoring practices

March 10, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

“Having the right mentor at the right time to help you and guide you in the right way has been critically important,” says Jennifer Sullivan, PhD.

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CommunityNews Releases

‘Wishtree’ brings hope and wishes to Augusta University

March 10, 2025Avatar photoStacey Eidson

'Wishtree' will be presented at the Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre on AU's Summerville Campus from March 13-15 at 7 p.m. and at 3 p.m. on March 16.

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DiscoveryHealth & MedicineNews Releases

AU awarded $99.8 million from state to help fund new research building

March 6, 2025Avatar photoStaff

The new 150,000-square-foot research building will help continue propelling Augusta University toward its aspirational imperative of becoming an R1 research university.

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Campus News

AU students reflect on memorable day with state lawmakers

March 6, 2025Avatar photoPaige Tucker

“AU Capitol Day serves as a testament to the strong partnership between Augusta University and our state legislators,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.

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CommunityLearning

Allied Health Sciences gives students hands-on experiences with field trips

March 6, 2025man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

“These field trips complete our tripartite mission of reaching out and making potential students at all levels aware of health science professions," says Lester Pretlow, PhD.

A group of people gather in a large atrium and dance as music plays.
Campus News

International Mother Language Day program celebrates AU’s many cultures

March 6, 2025man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

"Seeing students from different backgrounds come together, share their heritage, and learn from one another was incredibly rewarding," says Md Mahmud Hasan.

A ribbon to signify Colon Cancer Awareness Month.
DiscoveryHealth & MedicineNews Releases

Public Health professor emphasizes early screening for colon cancer

March 5, 2025man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

Friday, March 7, is Dress in Blue Day for Colorectal Cancer Awareness, marking the beginning of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

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Campus NewsStudent Success

College of Nursing alumni board president aims to increase alumni activity

March 4, 2025Nina Sligar

"I want to figure out how the alumni group can help you and how we can represent Augusta University in as many places as we can," says Shena Gazaway, PhD.

A professionally dressed person stands beside a medical manikin in a clinical operating room and smiles at the camera.
Bring Your A GameNews Releases

MCG faculty member recognized for work in educational simulation

March 3, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

“Simulation is a very technical and very specifically applied pedagogy," says A.J. Kleinheksel, PhD.

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Bring Your A Game

Faculty Spotlight: Jeane Silva, PhD, EdD

February 28, 2025Karen Klock

“As a faculty mentor, I am immensely happy witnessing my students' academic and professional growth. Their success is the most rewarding aspect of my work," says Jeane Silva, PhD, EdD.

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Campus News

In Photos: Highlights of the whirlwind of Homecoming week

February 28, 2025man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

The week leading up to Homecoming weekend at Augusta University was packed full of events for alumni, community members, students, faculty and staff to enjoy together.

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Bring Your A GameCampus NewsNews Releases

Augusta University crowns 2025 Homecoming royalty 

February 28, 2025Avatar photoJamison Guice

"Ultimately, Homecoming was a journey of self-improvement that helped me grow," says Suhayb Nijim.

A young woman sits at a desk and practices using a dental pick on a piece of plaster. There are dental students and other people in the background doing the same thing.
CommunityLearningNews Releases

Dental College of Georgia celebrates 26th annual Impressions Day

February 27, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

"It helped me to really experience what it feels like to be a dental student. Now, I am treating my own patients in the junior clinic,” says Aliyah Hill.

Man in gray suit stands at podium with the MCG logo on it
Bring Your A GameNews Releases

Patten, Ledford, Turner honored by MCG dean

February 27, 2025Woman smilingJennifer Hilliard Scott

Medical College of Georgia Dean David Hess, MD, gave his annual State of the College Address on Friday, Feb. 21.

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Bring Your A GameNews Releases

School of Public Health professor named to new faculty leadership program

February 27, 2025man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

“This program will help me learn more about what it takes to, not only get involved with but lead research projects at a university like AU,” says Brett Burrows, PhD.

People are standing outside the Georgia Cancer Center's M. Bert Storey Research Building cheering and celebrating particpants taking part in PaceDay 2023.
CommunityDiscoveryGeorgia Cancer CenterHealth & MedicineNews Releases

Paceline and MCG Foundation advancing innovative cancer research

February 26, 2025Cayla Long

Since 2019, 26 community-funded innovative cancer research projects at the Georgia Cancer Center have been made possible through Paceline grants.

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StewardshipStudent Success

Where are they now? Nursing alumna helps fellow soldiers with mental health

February 25, 2025man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

"It’s fulfilling to feel like a vital piece of the puzzle, making a difference as a nurse, officer and leader," says Cristina McCray Lukas.

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