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Valerie Emerick“He always saw the good in people, and I just want people to remember that," says Becky McKenzie.
Milledge Austin“At AU and Wellstar, our culture is about never being satisfied — always looking for ways to improve patient care, education and research,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.
Jamison Guice"This university shaped me into a leader, a future physician and someone who is not afraid to speak up for issues that matter," says Puja Punukollu.
Chris Curry“This opportunity will enhance my commitment to community-based education initiatives and participatory research," says Ashanda R. Esdaille, MD.
Hannah Litteer"If there's some sort of disorder in the body, you will see it in the fat metabolism,” says Guido Verbeck, PhD.
"When you invest in small businesses in rural areas, it is going to start having the so-called snowball effect on many others in the community," says Vahé Heboyan, PhD.
Katy Hennig“Back injuries that end up in the ER translate into approximately 25% of people getting an opioid prescription," says Amy Baxter, MD.
“I think this also creates a reputation for MCG in the Southeast region, and all those programs are continuing to send their fellows here,” says Shaheen Islam, MD.
Lindsey Morris“This is a newer treatment approach, but the initial results have been promising,” says Shilpa Sharma, PhD.
The initiative gives first-year, first-generation students the chance to graduate debt-free, while providing mentorship, leadership and academic support.
Paige Tucker"In the wake of one of the most devastating natural disasters to impact our area, so many came together to support one another," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
Augusta University students came together for JagCon to celebrate heroes, villains and the fandoms that bring them to life.
Staci Thompson"Her vision has kept the institution ahead of cyber threats, safeguarding data through teamwork, best practices and innovation," says Michael Casdorph, EdD.
Wil PettyConstitution Day falls on Sept. 17 each year since Congress made it an official holiday in 1952 during the Harry S. Truman administration.
"Students have to be a little extroverted. They have to be flexible and have an attitude geared toward helping others learn,” says Soma Mukhopadhyay, PhD.
Miguelangelo Hernandez“It would be difficult to find a more gracious and kind-hearted person than Dr. Swift," says Lester Pretlow, PhD.
Felicia Baskett"Even the simplest lives can hold extraordinary meaning," says Rick Bragg.
In addition to the bike ride and 5K run/walk, there will also be stationary bikes with an instructor offering several spin class sessions during the day.
“I never thought I would make a big move like this, but it's just the right time, right place," says Jeffery Talbert, PhD.
“It brings together professionals and educators from several of our partners and neighbors in the region," says Alexander Schwarzmann, PhD.