Major expansion coming to AU animation program

Augusta University plans to expand its animation program to include an additional 21 faculty members in the Department of Art and Design, which will make it possible to attract about 400 more animation students in the coming years.

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John Ryan, CHEC, CEPaR Coordinator at Augusta University, was recognized by FBI Atlanta with the FBI Director's Community Leadership Award. Ryan was recognized for his leadership and the collaborative spirit behind the #StrongAugusta initiative, which has helped advance preparedness, safety and resilience across AU and the greater Augusta community. Learn more about #StrongAugusta: www.augusta.edu/cepar/strongaugusta.php 🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an update from Augusta University! Hit the bell icon to receive notifications whenever we upload new videos. 🐆 About Augusta University: As one of Georgia’s four public research institutions, Augusta University offers customizable, accessible education on campuses in Augusta and across the state. Augusta University aims not only to be different, but also to make a difference — to reimagine and recreate the future of art, technology, education and health care. Home to Georgia’s only public academic medical center and designated by the state as a health sciences center of excellence, Augusta University is dedicated to creating a safer, healthier and more equitable Georgia. 🌐 Visit our website: Explore more about the university and discover the vast range of academic programs, cutting-edge research opportunities and student resources available at Augusta University. Visit www.augusta.edu for more information. 📱 Connect with us on social media: Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and achievements by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aug_university Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aug_university X: https://twitter.com/aug_university LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/augusta-university John Ryan Honored with FBI Director's Community Leadership Award

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Student Health Services celebrated its grand reopening at its new location in the Health Sciences Building.Clinic services are provided by licensed, certified health care professionals to support the physical and mental well-being of our students. Learn more about Student Health Services: https://www.augusta.edu/shs/ 🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an update from Augusta University! Hit the bell icon to receive notifications whenever we upload new videos. 🐆 About Augusta University: As one of Georgia’s four public research institutions, Augusta University offers customizable, accessible education on campuses in Augusta and across the state. Augusta University aims not only to be different, but also to make a difference — to reimagine and recreate the future of art, technology, education and health care. Home to Georgia’s only public academic medical center and designated by the state as a health sciences center of excellence, Augusta University is dedicated to creating a safer, healthier and more equitable Georgia. 🌐 Visit our website: Explore more about the university and discover the vast range of academic programs, cutting-edge research opportunities and student resources available at Augusta University. Visit www.augusta.edu for more information. 📱 Connect with us on social media: Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and achievements by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aug_university Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aug_university X: https://twitter.com/aug_university LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/augusta-university Student Health Center Celebrates Relocation

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What began in 2006 as a small, thoughtful partnership between Augusta University’s College of Nursing and Layman Nurseries has blossomed into a 20-year tradition of care. In this video, we hear from alumna and former AU Foundation president Elisa Layman, who shares the inspiring origin story of the Costa Layman Health Fair. From a handful of health screenings to a full-scale health fair serving hundreds of farmworkers, this event is a testament to trust, community, and the power of education in action. Learn more about the program: https://www.augusta.edu/nursing/costa-layman.php 🔔 Subscribe now and never miss an update from Augusta University! Hit the bell icon to receive notifications whenever we upload new videos. 🐆 About Augusta University: As one of Georgia’s four public research institutions, Augusta University offers customizable, accessible education on campuses in Augusta and across the state. Augusta University aims not only to be different, but also to make a difference — to reimagine and recreate the future of art, technology, education and health care. Home to Georgia’s only public academic medical center and designated by the state as a health sciences center of excellence, Augusta University is dedicated to creating a safer, healthier and more equitable Georgia. 🌐 Visit our website: Explore more about the university and discover the vast range of academic programs, cutting-edge research opportunities and student resources available at Augusta University. Visit www.augusta.edu for more information. 📱 Connect with us on social media: Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and achievements by following us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aug_university Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aug_university X: https://twitter.com/aug_university LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/augusta-university Costa Layman Health Fair celebrates 20 years

Costa Layman Health Fair celebrates 20 years

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With age, insufficient tryptophan in the diet alters the gut microbiota, increases inflammation

Toni Baker June 24, 2021

In a normally reciprocal relationship that appears to go awry with age, sufficient tryptophan, which we consume in foods like milk, turkey, chicken and oats, helps keep our microbiota healthy. A healthy microbiota in turn helps ensure that tryptophan mainly results in good things for us like producing the neurotransmitter serotonin, which reduces depression risk, and melatonin, which aids a good night’s sleep.

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