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Learn three ways to study for the finals
This time of year is filled with joy for most, but for college students, it can only mean one thing – finals are here…
How to travel on a budget: tips from AU students
Do you enjoy traveling but don’t have the budget for it? Well, your fellow AU peers have some tips for you! Learn about what you can do to afford to travel around the world as a college student…
Pi Kappa Phi holds first ever powderpuff football game
The Augusta chapters of Alpha Delta Pi and Zeta Tau Alpha squared off Thursday, Nov. 18, in a classic game of flag football that was organized by Pi Kappa Phi…
Concert goers face a new reality attending events due to COVID-19
COVID-19 has had a major impact on our society and we are now facing a new reality when it comes to concerts and other large, densely populated public events…
College students’ physical activity drops during pandemic study shows
Recent Augusta University graduate Olivia Maldonado started 2020 strong, continuing a 6-month streak of nearly daily gym attendance. The sudden onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent national lockdown interrupted her routine and led her to stop exercising altogether…
This story is published in the Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 print edition of The Bell Ringer.
Veterans Day Ceremony at AU, update on Student Veteran Association
Over 30 people gathered around the teardrop on the Summerville campus as Military and Veteran Services hosted a Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11…
Mad Potters Organization’s end-of-semester sale features items from AU pottery artists
The Mad Potters Organization has a ceramics sale on the Summerville Campus near the Jaguar Student Activities Center Nov. 15 –Nov. 17. Tables showcasing handcrafted mugs, bowls, dishes, jewelry and other ceramic collectibles are available to purchase…
COMM classes come together to create student news broadcast
Two communications classes were paired together this fall to provide students with an immersive, experiential learning opportunity to help prepare them for work in on-screen news media production…
International student-athletes: Former AU women's tennis player Ana Faria shares her story
Like many student-athletes, international student-athletes dream of the opportunity to play at the highest level of their sport. Ana Faria was one of those students…
Open research project opportunities for AU undergraduates at research fair
Augusta University’s Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship held a research fair for undergraduates on the Summerville campus this week in efforts to inform students about the program…
Balancing school and work: tips from AU students
From servers to veterinary assistants, students at Augusta University shared their secrets on balancing school and work.
This story is published in the Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 print edition of The Bell Ringer.
International student-athletes: 'I feel like I have made the right decision to come to Augusta,' says golfer Petra Duran
Though international student-athletes can face challenges when moving to the United States from their home countries, some have found Augusta to be the right choice for them…
SGA works to increase engagement and hear concerns from students
After virtual learning at the initial height of the coronavirus pandemic, AU’s Student Government Association is looking for new, effective ways to welcome students back to campus…
This story is published in the Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 print edition of The Bell Ringer.
Braves’ fans finally get to celebrate after winning Atlanta's first World Series since 1995
Braves happy with World Series victory after a season that was peppered with doubt …
How AU students can continue to celebrate Hispanic heritage
There are various ways students can learn about Hispanic heritage beyond the month dedicated to its recognition.
AU student hosts domestic violence awareness walk in North Augusta
Summer Barge, a master of education student at Augusta University, hosted a domestic violence walk in North Augusta last month…
AU's Baptist Collegiate Ministry speak on COVID-19 guidelines
Members of Augusta University’s Baptist Collegiate Ministry have mixed feelings about the strictness of the school’s COVID-19 precautions. The vaccine has been available for almost a year, but some students are still uncertain if reducing the amount of precautions is wise…
Augusta University names new Study Abroad director
Augusta University's new Study Abroad program director Katherine Grego is excited to bring something new to AU and to strengthen and revitalize the program after a hard hit from the COVID-19 pandemic.
BOR ignores mandate protests, ‘undermines faculty,' says AU faculty protesters
After a week of protests last month at universities across Georgia calling for the University System of Georgia’s Board of Regents to issue a minimal mandate for mask wear, the call has been left unanswered.