On Feb. 17, 2021, Augusta University, in conjunction with The New Mississippi(s) Project, hosted the African American Read–In with authors Kiese Laymon and Jesmyn Ward as guest speakers.
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Augusta University held first job fair of the year
Augusta University held its first job fair of 2021 virtually with the hope to connect more students to job and internship opportunities on February 19.
Theatre AUG & Department of Art and Design to Present Spring Show
Theatre AUG and Augusta University’s Department of Art and Design will present a spring performance of Metaphysique D’ephemera on March 18-21, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Due to social distancing guidelines, the event will take place outside, on the portico of the Maxwell Performing Arts Theater on the Summerville Campus.
The First Amendment Series: Freedom of Speech
Augusta University’s Department of Communication and Office of Civic Engagement held the introductory event for The First Amendment Series.
Reactions about election wins
The historical victories of Kamala Harris and Raphael Warnock represent equal opportunities for both women and men, each win highlights new possibilities for minorities and women.
Andrew Young speaks for virtual Martin Luther King tri-college celebration
Former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Andrew Young was the keynote speaker for the Virtual Martin Luther King Tri-College Celebration this year.
Kamala Harris on cover of Vogue
Vice President Kamala Harris’ win marks a key milestone in America’s history. For the first time in the history of the United States, a minority woman will serve as Vice President.
GA Senate candidates make final push in Augusta
One day before the runoff election, three of the four senate candidates in the state of Georgia made stops in Augusta to campaign.
Fall 2020 commencement to be held with no guests
After extensive discussions, Augusta University has decided to exclude guests from its Fall 2020 Commencement, which will be held next Friday (Dec. 11) at James Brown Arena with three socially distanced sessions.
Free Oral tests, masks and hand sanitizer from 100 Black Men of Augusta
Contact 100 Black Men of Augusta by email at info@100blackmenofaugusta.com or call at 706-496-7354 for any questions.
Changing Faces helps to change fortunes
Changing Faces is a 501c3 nonprofit organization in Augusta, Ga. The nonprofit was founded by Patricia Johnson, and the organization’s mission is to serve children, families and individuals in crisis.
Jon Ossoff holds drive-in campaign rally in Augusta
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Jon Ossoff held a drive-in campaign rally in Augusta Friday afternoon.
David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler fly to Augusta
United States Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler held campaign stops at Daniel Field Airport on Highland Avenue and Augusta Regional Airport on Aviation Way in Augusta on Monday, Nov. 2, the day before the presidential election.
Cincinnati’s MacKinnon named AU’s provost and vice president of academic affairs
After extensive interviews with the three final provost candidates, Augusta University (AU) has named Neil J. MacKinnon has the new provost and vice president of academic affairs starting Jan. 19, 2021.
University in a pandemic
Students are experiencing a slow-passed, empty university atmosphere.
Pandemic turned profit
During the first shutdown of the coronavirus in March 2020, many people across the country who were not considered “essential” were left without jobs. Instead of sitting around, many people turned to crafting and creating.
In-person commencement in December
Augusta University has announced through email that an in-person commencement ceremony for all spring, summer and fall graduates will be held on Friday, Dec. 11, at James Brown Arena.