Augusta University
Paige Tucker"It's an engagement opportunity every single year our students are able to have that also serves one of the greatest needs in our region," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
Miguelangelo HernandezCamp Discovery, now in its third year, was organized by Augusta University’s Department of Occupational Therapy in the College of Allied Health Sciences.
"Having all of this in one place has really helped our patients take control of their care," says Raven Wells.
Stacey EidsonU.S. Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter, State Sen. Ben Watson and State Rep. Mark Newton were honored as 2025 Legislative Champions by AU’s Medical College of Georgia.
Felicia Baskett"It’s an opportunity for children to interact with high-level curriculum and benefit from the same resources we bring into our classrooms," says Kim Barker, PhD.
Hannah Litteer“We're introducing fourth through eighth grade kids to computer science, programming and cyber security,” says Michael Nowatkowski, PhD.
Danny Etheredge"I was proud of them for what they created and the opportunity that stemmed from it," says Emmanuel Faminu.
Milledge Austin"It's an authentic outreach initiative for the workers and their community to have these resources and education for free," says Jessica L. Stewart, PhD.
Morgan Hayes“I want them to do something that they can actually put on their resumes and have a chance to work on a public history project," says Melissa DeVelvis, PhD.
“We’re utilizing the power of our youth to educate and then disseminate that information to the community at large,” says Marlo Vernon, PhD.
“What I’ve seen is most people have a project that they really care about, and they try to work on that in order to keep themselves really engaged while helping the city.”
"My ultimate goal is to have micro-farms and community gardens throughout the South and Southeast," says Malcolm Bevel, PhD.
“It was one of the few courses that made you feel like you weren’t just going through the motions,” says Emily Max.
Lindsey Morris“This is more than a fundraiser; this is a community event for all of us to come together and provide comfort and support for each other,” says Jorge Cortes, MD.
Staff"Together, we are building a culture of collaboration that addresses community needs and enriches student learning through real-world experiences," says Amanda Richardson.
"Most of these patients who have worse diabetic retinopathy belong to vulnerable populations that our free clinics serve," says Tommy Bui.
“I always wanted to be a counselor; I feel it’s my mission in life. I don't want to leave this earth knowing that was something in my heart I didn’t go for,” says ShDonna Drumgoole.
Jamison Guice“The Night Market is a way to bring an exhibit of cultures to the student body in a way that’s accessible, fun and interactive," says An Nhien Do.
Retired Brig. Gen. Jeff Foley will be the keynote speaker at Augusta University’s Graduate Hooding and Commencement Ceremony on May 8.
Local entrepreneur and celebrity Southern cooking show host Vera Stewart is the keynote speaker at Augusta University’s Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies on May 9.