New student engagement hub to launch January 2027 

Augusta University will soon launch a new student engagement hub, JagLife. In January 2027, the platform will replace Presence and serve as a central hub for student organizations, campus events and involvement opportunities, in addition to providing students with a more accessible and streamlined way to discover opportunities, connect with their peers and engage in campus life.  

“JagLife will make it easier for students to discover organizations and activities based on their personal, academic and professional interests,” said LaSherrica Christian, director of Student Leadership and Organizations. “Whether a student is interested in service, leadership, cultural engagement, professional development, or simply meeting new people, the platform will provide a starting point for exploring those opportunities.” 

The development, implementation and execution have involved cross-campus collaboration among various units. Stakeholders from the Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs, specifically the Office of the Executive Vice President and Campus Engagement, Information Technology and Web Services have played important roles in supporting the platform’s January 2027 launch date.  

Students can already access and explore JagLife’s layout and available features, and Christian hopes that students take advantage of the exclusive sneak peek to get a sense of how the platform will support campus involvement.  

“As we continue developing the platform, we are also looking to introduce additional features, including a centralized process for reserving campus spaces, digital badges and credentials that recognize student involvement and leadership development, and virtual Club Fests that allow students to explore organizations and connect with student leaders online,” said Taylor Zimmerman, coordinator for Student Involvement.  

Zimmerman mentioned that a long-term goal includes establishing JagLife as the ultimate hub for student engagement, where students can get involved and track their experiences throughout their college journey. Additionally, Daria Ilatovskaya, PhD, a professor of physiology at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and director of the physiology graduate program, serves as Provost Fellow, where she is exploring how to leverage JagLife’s co-curricular transcript feature.  

“As students begin using JagLife, we want to gather feedback, identify opportunities for improvement and explore ways to make the platform even more useful,” Zimmerman said. “Over time, we hope to strengthen our understanding of student engagement trends and use that information to inform programming, outreach and support for student organizations.” 

The transition from Prescence to JagLife is more than a technology transition. Christian said that it is a commitment to creating an environment where students can discover who they are, cultivate how they lead and shape the legacy they leave behind. 

“I would encourage students to approach JagLife with curiosity and take some time to explore the opportunities available to them,” Christian said. “Whether you are a first-year student, transfer student, commuter student, or someone who has been at Augusta University for several years, there are opportunities to connect, contribute and make your experience your own.” 

Visit JagLife to explore its early functions and layout, with full access coming January 2027.