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BOR changes post-tenure review – ‘Solving a problem that doesn’t exist,’ says AU professor
Oct 28

Oct 28 BOR changes post-tenure review – ‘Solving a problem that doesn’t exist,’ says AU professor

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On-Campus, News

The University System of Georgia Board of Regents voted Oct. 13 in favor of post-tenure review policy changes that some Augusta University faculty feel threaten tenure and, therefore, academic freedom and signify major setbacks for the future of USG schools…

Domestic violence awareness on display at AU's Summerville Campus
Oct 28

Oct 28 Domestic violence awareness on display at AU's Summerville Campus

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News, On-Campus

Since the start of October, purple ribbons and signs symbolizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month have been tied and placed in many areas of the Summerville Campus.

This story is published in the Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 print edition of The Bell Ringer.

Jaguars' volleyball team wins over Shorter in revenge match
Oct 28

Oct 28 Jaguars' volleyball team wins over Shorter in revenge match

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Sports

The Augusta University volleyball team improved to 16-7 with a five-set win over Shorter after splitting four matches in the PCB-SAC Crossover …

Braves split first two games of World Series, which now moves to Atlanta
Oct 28

Oct 28 Braves split first two games of World Series, which now moves to Atlanta

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Sports

Braves split the first two games of the World Series with Houston, but they lost starting pitcher Charlie Morton to a broken leg; series move to Atlanta on Friday, Oct. 29 …

Professor Bloodworth: a teacher of students
Oct 27

Oct 27 Professor Bloodworth: a teacher of students

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On-Campus, News, Features

William Bloodworth Jr. can still recall the names and faces of each of his students from his first job as a public school teacher in the 1960s. Bloodworth just turned 79, but he does not seem to have lost his passion for teaching.

AU's Department of Music’s rebounding from pandemic setbacks
Oct 25

Oct 25 AU's Department of Music’s rebounding from pandemic setbacks

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News, Features, Arts, On-Campus

The Fine Arts Center houses a large array of talent in Augusta University’s Department of Music as well as various education and career opportunities in music. Students can attend ensemble performances starting this week.

Unwind on Central makes its debut
Oct 25

Oct 25 Unwind on Central makes its debut

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News

Unwind functions as a collaborative space for students and small businesses, offering a peaceful and quiet environment for its patrons to collaborate on schoolwork, grab a quick bite to eat or even just socialize.

AU men defend Peach Belt XC title; Brickey, Taylor win individual crowns
Oct 23

Oct 23 AU men defend Peach Belt XC title; Brickey, Taylor win individual crowns

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Sports

Kai Brickey and Hans Troyer led AU men’s cross-country team to its third straight conference title; Brickey and women’s runner Mackenzie Taylor took home the individual crowns, Taylor’s second in a row …

Jaguar Coach Howell’s eventful baseball journey leads to home in Augusta
Oct 23

Oct 23 Jaguar Coach Howell’s eventful baseball journey leads to home in Augusta

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Sports

Chris Howell, the Augusta University baseball coach, his risen up the ranks from high school in Fitzgerald to junior college to the University of Tennessee and to the Los Angeles Angels’ organization—and now to coaching collegiately; Shelbie Summerlin profiles the Jaguar coach …

Van Wyk leads Jaguars' golf in final men's tourney of the fall
Oct 22

Oct 22 Van Wyk leads Jaguars' golf in final men's tourney of the fall

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Sports

Alex van Wyk had had a three-round score of 219 to lead Augusta University to a 12th place finish in the Isleworth Collegiate men’s golf tournament in Windermere, Fla., wrapping up the Jaguars’ fall campaign …

What Hispanic Heritage Month has meant to AU students
Oct 21

Oct 21 What Hispanic Heritage Month has meant to AU students

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On-Campus, News

AU students share the importance of this four-week celebration and what it means to them.

See how Cynthia Epps shares her passion for painting in a unique way
Oct 21

Oct 21 See how Cynthia Epps shares her passion for painting in a unique way

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Features, Arts

The electrical box at Walton Way and Milledge Road in Augusta is something very special to a loved professor here at Augusta University, Cynthia Epps.

AU men’s cross-country eyeing third straight PBC title; Taylor looks to repeat as women's champion
Oct 21

Oct 21 AU men’s cross-country eyeing third straight PBC title; Taylor looks to repeat as women's champion

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Sports

The nationally ranked AU men will be out to defend their Peach Belt title on Saturday, while women’s standout MacKenzie Taylor looks to retain her PBC crown …

DCG Molar Bears dominate on way to intramural flag football championship
Oct 19

Oct 19 DCG Molar Bears dominate on way to intramural flag football championship

aubellringer
On-Campus, Sports

The intramural flag football championship went to the Dental College of Georgia Molar Bears, led by former Auburn player Gray King …

Georgia College upsets Jaguar volleyball in Peach Belt match
Oct 16

Oct 16 Georgia College upsets Jaguar volleyball in Peach Belt match

aubellringer
Sports

Georgia College upended Augusta Univesity in five sets in Peach Belt Conference volleyball action …

A look at the history of Allgood Hall
Oct 15

Oct 15 A look at the history of Allgood Hall

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News, On-Campus, Features

Allgood Hall has been a presence within the Summerville Campus since its opening in 2002, although some students might not be aware of the building’s origins or history.

Augusta University men’s golf team finishes 14th at Tennessee tournament
Oct 14

Oct 14 Augusta University men’s golf team finishes 14th at Tennessee tournament

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Sports

Led by Gareth Steyn, AU men’s golf finished 14th in the Bank of Tennessee Invitational …

Movie review: Marvel's 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' a masterpiece
Oct 12

Oct 12 Movie review: Marvel's 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' a masterpiece

aubellringer
Reviews, Opinion

Kung fu plus killer graphics, plus a shirtless Simu Liu, equals one kick-ass movie…

Augusta men's golf in 14th at Bank of Tennessee Intercollegiate
Oct 11

Oct 11 Augusta men's golf in 14th at Bank of Tennessee Intercollegiate

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Sports
Jaguars win on road in four sets against conference opponent Lander
Oct 10

Oct 10 Jaguars win on road in four sets against conference opponent Lander

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Sports
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