Gov. Brian Kemp introduced a budget that includes $99.8 million in funding for a new translational research building at Augusta University.
“The main purpose of this organization is to go into the community and train people like kids or young adults about how to manage crisis situations,” says Vikas Kumar, MD.
Government Relations invites the Augusta University community to subscribe to the Capitol Connection, an online newsletter that provides a legislative recap, budget updates and other details about the week at the Georgia Statehouse.
Thanks to the generous donations made by faculty and staff from Augusta University and other community members, each child received at least three gifts.
"By working with study volunteers to co-design study protocols, we can design studies that are more patient-centered and culturally sensitive," says Christy Ledford, PhD.
"Mark Myers embodies the true spirit of collaboration that drives Augusta’s tourism forward," says Bennish Brown.
Since the program began, it has received more than $125,000 in individual and group donations to the HGP university foundation account.
Those in attendance enjoyed a holiday market including the new mobile Roar Store, arts and crafts, inflatables and games, a holiday train and refreshments.
Augusta University students, faculty and staff can savor the flavors that fuel this city by enjoying the discounts offered by several local coffee shops with the JagPerks program.
Angela Canada, a principal culinary team leader for Chick-fil-A Corporate, will be the keynote speaker at AU’s Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 12.
Ralph D. Turner, DBA, president of Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, will be the keynote speaker at AU’s Graduate Hooding and Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 11.
“We have worked really hard to create a safe and welcoming environment for all students," says Simone Hicks, PhD.
Several locally-owned shops in the Augusta area offer discounts that the Augusta University community can enjoy, not only during the holidays but also year-round.
“If teaching is where their heart is, we want to show them the possibilities,” says Kim Barker, PhD.
“It definitely feels good because I've been waiting to see if I got accepted for what feels like a while now,” says Brayden Pringle.
"It ties together everything we are focused on as family nurse practitioners like disease prevention and health promotion,” says Abigail Grandin.
“It’s not just on Veterans Day that we should say those five words, ‘Thank you for your service,’” says AU President Russell T. Keen.
“It was really cool to see the space I had just created artwork for,” says Gabby Harris.
JagPerks offers members of the AU community discounts at certain area businesses providing a wide range of shopping, services, entertainment, food and more.
“A club like this is essential to introducing girls at a young age to these topics because it will increase their confidence,” says Michael Nowatkowski, PhD.
