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Raft Debate

AUGUSTA, Ga. – The fate of an internist, pediatrician and surgeon is in the hands of students at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University. All three are aboard a sinking ship, and their only escape is a one-person raft. Who should be...

Health system names new security director

Christopher M. Brown recently joined Augusta University’s health system as the director of security. Previously, he served as director of security and parking for Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan. Prior to that, he held positions as...

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Speakers announced for Alumni Weekend 2016

The speakers for Augusta University’s 2016 Alumni Weekend have been announced. Cardiovascular expert and HLN health contributor Kevin Campbell will be the keynote speaker for the university’s Drs. Robert and Lois Ellison Lectureship Program. This...

Barcus to step down, accepts new role

AUGUSTA, Ga.—Susan Barcus, senior vice president for advancement and chief development officer at Augusta University, has announced her resignation, effective March 31. She has served as the chief fundraiser for both the university and the health...

Laney-Walker Boulevard pedestrian access limited

As the Laney-Walker Boulevard enhancement project continues, pedestrian crossings along the road will shift as necessary. The portion of Laney-Walker between 15th Street and Student Health is under construction and closed to through traffic and...

CEPaR: Always be ready for severe weather

Severe weather is always a possibility in our region so to help in preparing for possible events the state of Georgia recognized Severe Weather Preparedness Week from Feb. 1 to 5. Now is as a good a time as any for you to become aware of what our...

Campus Master Plan: Research corridor taking shape

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Construction has begun on a $62.5 million expansion project at the Augusta University Cancer Center, marking a significant step forward in the Campus Master Plan, which calls for expanding the university’s research footprint. The...