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Augusta University dedicates new Arsenal Oak Friday

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Augusta University’s Arsenal Oak was a longtime symbol of Augusta’s roots and the rich history of its university. The famed 250-year-old oak was cut down in 2004 after succumbing to disease, but not before its acorns were gathered and...

Raft Debate 2016 in photos

Representatives from medicine, pediatrics and surgery tried to sway Medical College of Georgia students during the 14th annual Raft Debate Friday, April 15, by debating which specialty is most important and would help the most people if saved. You...

Provost Perspective: Faculty and student recognition

As the academic year begins to draw to a close, we traditionally pause in the midst of the annual march to graduation to recognize the achievements of our faculty and students. For me, it’s a very satisfying time of year because honoring those who...

Laney-Walker Boulevard now open to all traffic

Laney-Walker Boulevard is now open to all traffic. All closures were removed Wednesday and there will not be any further traffic detours. Vehicles can again access the road from both 15th Street and R.A. Dent Boulevard. The .36-mile stretch of road...

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...

Photo courtesy of Manning Passing Academy

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...