News Center: Middle Georgia State University

MGA Students Recognized for Leadership

April 26, 2018

Nearly 30 Middle Georgia State University students received awards for their leadership in clubs, organizations, and other extracurricular activities during the 2017-2018 academic year. The recent awards ceremony took place on the University's ...

Finding Greatness: Anthony Cleator

April 23, 2018

With two of his #MGA professors, senior psychology major Anthony Cleator has co-authored several scholarly articles that will be published in research journals. Full Name: Anthony Cleator. Age: 28. Hometown: Andrews AFB, Md. Residence: Warner ...

MGA Recognizes Students for Academic Achievements

April 18, 2018

Trenten Williams of Bonaire, a Middle Georgia State University (MGA) senior graduating with a bachelor's degree in Biology, has been chosen the President's Scholar for the Class of 2018. He was one of more than 30 MGA students recognized at the ...

Knight Writers Camp Connects MGA to Bleckley County High

April 17, 2018

There might be more pleasant ways to while away a mild, sunny school day than sitting outside and writing about anything you see around you. But based on the intensity of their concentration, some 30 Bleckley County High School freshmen seemed ...

Finding Greatness: Katie Cart

April 16, 2018

Business major Katie Cart, who began Middle Georgia State as a dual-enrollment student, turned a gap year of traveling into a popular blog from which she hopes to create income in the near future. Full Name: Katie Cart. Age: 21. Hometown & ...

Finding Greatness: Christopher Price

April 10, 2018

A student leader on MGA's Cochran Campus, Christopher Price is completing a business degree and working toward a corporate career. Full Name: Christopher Price. Age: 22. Hometown & Residence: Covington. High School: Eastside High School, ...

MGA Student Organization Hosts Voter Registration Drive

April 05, 2018

A Middle Georgia State University (MGA) student organization is hosting a voter registration drive on the Macon Campus from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 18. MGA students, employees, and members of the community are welcome to register to vote ...

Finding Greatness: Sandra Mejia

April 02, 2018

A business major with plans for entrepreneurship, Sandra Mejia is a shining example of how non-traditional students can take leadership roles at Middle Georgia State. Full Name: Sandra Milena Mejia. Age: 38. Hometown: Barranquilla, ...

Finding Greatness: Natalie Esparza

March 26, 2018

Natalie Esparza, a highly engaged senior majoring in New Media and Communications, plans a career working for organizations that promote human rights. Full Name: Natalie Marie Esparza. Age: 21. Hometown: Tucson, Ariz. Residence: Macon. High ...

Finding Greatness: Kianna Delas

March 19, 2018

Business major Kianna Delas, who moved to Georgia from Canada to play guard for the Knights women's basketball team, is aiming for a career in the corporate world. Full Name: Kianna Delas. Age: 20. Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, ...

Founder of Forbes-Recognized Chocolate Company Is MGA's First "Good Business" Lecture Series Speaker

March 07, 2018

Shawn Askinosie, founder of Forbes-recognized Askinosie Chocolate company, is the keynote speaker for the first "Doing Good Business" dinner hosted by Middle Georgia State University's School of Business. The event - sponsored by Christy Capital ...

Finding Greatness: Markel Greene

March 05, 2018

At MGA, Business major and student organization leader Markel Greene discovered academic talent he didn't know he had. Full Name: Markel Greene. Age: 20. Hometown: Plantersville, S.C. Residence: Hampton, Ga. High School: Luella High School, ...

Knightly News - March 5, 2018

March 05, 2018

STUDENT LIFE EVENTS WEEK OF MAR 5 - 10 MAR 6 W: Giant Jenga Challenge, Student Lounge Thomas Hall @ 12 – 1 pm E: Think Tank Mobile Escape @ 6 – 8 pm MAR 7 W: Giant Connect 4 Challenge, Student ...

Middle Georgia State's School of IT Hosts First Capture the Flag Competition

February 27, 2018

Roger Rambo, a Middle Georgia State junior majoring in Information Technology, is the winner of the University's first "capture the flag" (CTF) competition, called the Cyber Knights Banner Challenge, held in February 2018. Several other IT ...

Knightly News - February 27, 2018

February 26, 2018

STUDENT LIFE EVENTS WEEK OF FEB 26 – MAR 3 FEB 26 C: Black History Month Jeopardy, GA Hall President’s Dining Room @ 6 – 7:30 pm FEB 27 M: Midterm Relaxation Station, SLC Lobby @ 12 – 1 ...

Finding Greatness: Lizzie Mathias

February 26, 2018

One of MGA's most active and accomplished students, graduating senior Lizzie Mathias plans to begin her career as a social worker helping children. Full Name: Susan Elizabeth "Lizzie" Mathias. Age: 21 Hometown: Pooler. Residence: ...

MGA Grad Receives Special Education Impact Award

February 22, 2018

Eric Miller, a recent graduate of Middle Georgia State University, is the 2018 recipient of the Georgia Learning Resource System's Special Education Impact Award. The award seeks to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions ...

Faculty Members from Ireland Visit MGA to Plan Study Abroad for Health Sciences Students

February 21, 2018

Two faculty members from Waterford Institute of Technology in Waterford, Ireland, visited Middle Georgia State University (MGA) on Tuesday, February 20, to meet with administrators, faculty, and students. Their visit was to help MGA students in ...

MGA's Macon Campus Earns 10th Consecutive Tree Campus USA Designation

February 21, 2018

For the 10th consecutive year, the Arbor Day Foundation recognizes the Macon Campus of Middle Georgia State University as a Tree Campus USA. Tree Campus USA is a program founded by the Arbor Day Foundation to recognize colleges and universities ...

Finding Greatness: Madison Watson

February 19, 2018

Madison Watson works two jobs and serves as president of the Campus Activities Board on MGA's Warner Robins Campus while pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Full Name: Madison Kylie Watson. Age: 20. Hometown & Residence: Fort ...

MGA’s New Summer Scholars Program Gives Incoming Freshmen an Early Start

February 15, 2018

This summer, Middle Georgia State University gets surreal. Thanks to a new Summer Scholars program, entering freshmen and dual enrolled students can earn six hours of college core course credit through a high-impact experience that includes ...

MGA Receives Bronze Seal for Excellence in Student Voter Engagement

February 13, 2018

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) received a bronze seal at the first-ever ALL IN Challenge Awards Ceremony that recognized colleges and universities committed to increasing student voting rates. At the ceremony, held late last fall, ...

Finding Greatness: Heather McIntosh

February 12, 2018

A graduate of Middle Georgia State, Heather McIntosh now works with current students as they prepare for careers after graduation. Full Name: Heather Dyanne McIntosh. Full Title: Career Services Advisor. Degrees: Bachelor of Arts in English ...

MGA President Releases Strategic Planning White Paper

February 07, 2018

As the momentum of a new calendar year builds, bringing with it several changes for Middle Georgia State University (MGA), the institution’s leadership is looking to the future. On February 2, University President Dr. Christopher Blake ...

Finding Greatness: Michael Dyess

February 05, 2018

Flight major Michael Dyess is an Eastman Campus leader and member of the MGA President's Torch Society for top scholars. Full Name: Michael N. Dyess. Age: 28. Hometown: Savannah. Residence: Eastman. High School: Moanalua High School, where ...

Knightly News - January 29, 2018

January 29, 2018

Your MGA Knightly News! NOTE: Click on event links for details. EVENTS WEEK OF JAN 29 – FEB 3 JAN 29 C: Goal-Setting Vision Board Party, Sanford Hall 112 @ 11:30 – 1 pm C: Baseball vs. Thomas ...

MGA's Spring Garden Symposium Focuses on "Georgia's Beauty: Past, Present and Future"

January 24, 2018

"Georgia's Beauty: Past, Present and Future" is the theme of the 2018 Spring Garden Symposium, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 24, hosted by the Waddell Barnes Botanical Gardens at Middle Georgia State University (MGA).The event begins at 8:30 a.m. ...

MGA Students Learn from Visiting Scholar from Warsaw, Poland

January 24, 2018

Thanks to Middle Georgia State's growing involvement in international exchange programs, an economics sciences professor from Poland recently spent a week at the University sharing her research in knowledge and trust management and in social ...

MGA New Media Students and Faculty Take on Live News

January 23, 2018

Middle Georgia State University's KnighTVision is getting into the news business. The student video production office recently launched KnighTVision News as its first news broadcasting project. Several MGA students majoring in New Media and ...

Knightly News - January 22, 2018

January 22, 2018

Your MGA Knightly News! EVENTS WEEK OF JAN 22 – 27 JAN 23 W: Pop Culture Trivia, Student Lounge Thomas Hall @ 12 – 1 pm E: Club Rush, Eastman Campus @ 2 – 4 pm M: Spring Kick-Off: The ...

Keeping Up with the Knights

January 18, 2018

As Middle Georgia State continues to evolve as a University, so does the Knights athletics program. Three years ago this fall, Middle Georgia State accepted an invitation to join the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. While the ...

MGA Announces Fall 2017 President's & Dean's Lists

January 09, 2018

Middle Georgia State University announces the 2017 fall semester President's List and Dean's List. Students on the President's List had a grade point average of at least 3.8. The Dean's List includes students who had at least a 3.5 grade point ...

First Graduates of MGA's Master's Degree in Nursing Look Forward to Expanding Careers

January 09, 2018

After working as an RN for nearly a dozen years, Darquita Loyd was ready for her career to take a new direction as she eased into her mid-30s. "In order to move beyond being a bedside nurse I had to obtain a higher degree," said Loyd, who works ...

Fall Issue of MGA Today Now Online

January 09, 2018

The fall 2018 edition of MGA Today magazine is now online! Read about high school students getting a jumpstart on college through Middle Georgia State's dual enrollment program. Other articles explore the University's Knights Impact ...

MGA Early Childhood Major Teaches in Haiti

January 08, 2018

Heather Sumner, a senior majoring in Education at Middle Georgia State University, got more than she bargained for late last year when she, along with recent MGA grad Meagan Pittman, and a few others visited friends in Gonaives, Haiti. And she ...

Knightly News - Jan. 8, 2018

January 08, 2018

Your MGA Knightly News! EVENTS WEEK OF JAN 8 - 13 JAN 8 E: Coffee, Donuts, & Directions, Flight Entrance Lobby @ 8 – 10 am M: Welcome Back Donuts & Directions, SLC @ 9 – 11 am M: Welcome Back Donuts ...

Finding Greatness: Courtney Poole

January 08, 2018

Courtney Poole did not let her visual impairment stop her from realizing her dream of becoming an RN. Full Name: Courtney Elizabeth Poole. Age: 23. Hometown: Warner Robins. Residence: Bonaire. High School: Warner Robins High School, Class of ...

MGA A Top Choice For High School Students Starting College Early

January 03, 2018

It's not as though Desmond Talton didn't have enough to keep him busy. In addition to his classes at Macon's Westside High School, where he is a senior, Talton participates in the Beta Club and Technology Student Association. He also plays right ...

College Town Film Series to Screen 'Women of the Night: A Film Noir Exploration'

January 02, 2018

Macon’s film community kicks off 2018 with the 20th annual College Town Film Series, opening Jan. 25 at the historic Douglass Theatre in downtown Macon. The three-film series, sponsored by Wesleyan College, Mercer University, and Middle ...

MGA Alum Clayton Vedder Receives Grad Assistantship at UGA's Terry College of Business

December 14, 2017

Clayton Vedder, a recent graduate of MGA's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program, has been offered a prestigious Master of Accountancy graduate assistantship from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia for ...

Finding Greatness: Aspasia Karfakis

December 07, 2017

Aspasia Karfakis, a member of the MGA Knights women's soccer team, makes the grade on and off the field. Full Name: Aspasia Karfakis. Age: 19. Hometown: Jackson, N.J. Residence: Savannah. High School: Windsor Forest High School, where she was ...

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Coming to MGA

December 06, 2017

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will launch a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy in fall 2018. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia recently approved the program. MGA's new degree is just the fourth traditional ...

MGA's Fall Graduation Ceremonies Set for December 14

December 04, 2017

More than 500 students will collect their diplomas from Middle Georgia State University at fall graduation ceremonies scheduled for December 14. Betty Cantrell of Warner Robins, who is Miss America 2016, will be the commencement speaker. The ...

Dr. Jon Anderson Joins MGA as Provost

December 04, 2017

Dr. Jon Anderson, professor of Management and former deputy provost at the University of West Georgia, will join Middle Georgia State University (MGA) in the New Year as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. Anderson, who has ...

Finding Greatness: Fabian Gordon

December 04, 2017

When events run smoothly at MGA, Fabian "Flash" Gordon is among those the University community can thank. He is also a student at Middle Georgia State, working on a Business degree. Full Name: Fabian Gordon. Full Title: Event Coordinator and ...

MGA Names Conference Center After Robert F. Hatcher Sr.

November 28, 2017

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) announced at a ceremony on Monday, November 27, that the conference center located on the University’s Macon Campus would be named in honor of longtime MGA supporter Robert F. Hatcher Sr. Hatcher, ...

Middle Georgia State, Bibb Sheriff's Office Awarded Federal Grant to Help Reduce Gang Violence

November 28, 2017

Middle Georgia State University and the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration, were recently awarded a federal multi-year grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to help reduce violent gang activity and gun crime within the Middle ...

Knightly News - Nov. 28, 2017

November 28, 2017

EVENTS WEEK OF NOV 27 – DEC 2 NOV 27 M: Express Employment Professionals recruiting for IT position, Jones Lobby @ 12 – 2 pm NOV 28 M: Finals Fuel, SLC Lobby @ 9 – 11 am M: Finals Fuel, Jones Lobby @ ...

MGA's Border State Tuition Waivers Extend to Cochran Campus

November 27, 2017

Middle Georgia State University is now offering in-state tuition to prospective students from bordering states who take classes on the Cochran Campus. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia approved the move, which takes effect ...

Answering the Call

November 27, 2017

Two years ago, when Middle Georgia State rebooted an office to provide University services to student veterans and active military, Dee Lindsey answered the call. An Air Force veteran herself and a graduate of Valdosta State University, Lindsey ...

MGA Offers Saturday Classes on Warner Robins Campus

November 27, 2017

Saturday classes are coming to Middle Georgia State University's Warner Robins Campus in January 2018. As part of an ongoing effort to accommodate busy students trying to juggle college and personal responsibilities, the Warner Robins Campus ...

Finding Greatness: Theresa Lasal

November 27, 2017

Biology major Theresa Lasal, a member of MGA's new women's cross-country team, is pursuing a military medical career focused on helping amputee soldiers and vets. Full Name: Theresa Lasal. Age: 22. Hometown: Fayetteville. Residence: ...

Chris Brazell Named MGA's 2017 Outstanding Alumnus

November 16, 2017

Christopher E. Brazell, senior vice president of EMC Engineering Services, Inc., has been named the 2017 Outstanding Alumnus of Middle Georgia State University by the institution's Alumni Association. Each year, the Middle Georgia State Alumni ...

MGA Accounting Students Place Second In Statewide Auditing Competition

November 14, 2017

A team of Accounting majors representing Middle Georgia State University's School of Business placed second at the 7th annual Internal Audit Case Study Competition recently held at Kennesaw State University. Sponsored by the Atlanta chapter of ...

Finding Greatness: Elizabeth Kringer

November 14, 2017

Finding Greatness: Elizabeth Kringer, a recent MGA grad with a degree in Public Service, now works in constituent services for U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop of Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. Full Name: Elizabeth N. Kringer. Age: ...

Honors Students Make Psychology 'Nerdy' Again

November 13, 2017

Middle Georgia State University instructor Heather Ness and honors students Rachel Maddox and Kourtney Crumpton put the nerd back in Psychology with their recent presentation at the National Collegiate Honors Council Conference in Atlanta. The ...

University Creating Public Art to Celebrate UNITY@MGA

November 13, 2017

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will host UNITY@MGA during the week of November 27- December 1, 2017, highlighting an interactive social dialogue through the creation of a public art installation on both the Macon and Cochran ...

Knightly News - Nov. 13, 2017

November 13, 2017

Your MGA Knightly News! M: Macon Campus C: Cochran Campus D: Dublin Campus E: Eastman Campus W: Warner Robins Campus A: All campuses EVENTS – WEEK OF NOV 13 – 18 NOV 13 C: Men's Basketball vs. Edward Waters @ ...

MGA Celebrates International Education Week

November 10, 2017

Middle Georgia State University will celebrate International Education Week 2017 with sessions on study abroad opportunities, mini language lessons, and a "Holidays Around the World" presentation for students, faculty, and staff. Those events ...

MGA Students Produce Startup Plans for Knights Business Battle

November 07, 2017

The 4th annual Knights Business Battle, a competition that gives Middle Georgia State University students the opportunity to present business plans before a panel of judges, produced award-winning ideas for a fitness center, restaurant, and ...

Knightly News - November 6, 2017

November 06, 2017

Your MGA Knightly News! M: Macon Campus C: Cochran Campus D: Dublin Campus E: Eastman Campus W: Warner Robins Campus A: All campuses EVENTS – WEEK OF NOV 6 – 11 NOV 6 C: Men's Basketball vs. Georgia ...

Finding Greatness: Jason Vadell

November 06, 2017

Jason Vadell, vice president of the MGA chapter of Brothers of Leadership and Distinction and aspiring accountant, celebrates his high-profile opportunities at the University. Full Name: Jason Vadell. Age: 22. Hometown: Somerdale, ...

Finding Greatness: Julia Davis

November 02, 2017

Julia Davis, a student leader at MGA's residential program for dual-enrollment students, is working toward an Aerospace Engineering degree and, she hopes, Navy flight school. Full Name: Julia Davis. Age: 18. Hometown & Residence: Warner ...

Knightly News - October 30

October 30, 2017

Your MGA Knightly News! M: Macon Campus C: Cochran Campus D: Dublin Campus E: Eastman Campus W: Warner Robins Campus A: All campuses EVENTS – HOMECOMING WEEK - OCT 30 – NOV 4 OCT 30 A: SGA Senate Election ...

Knightly News - October 23

October 23, 2017

Your MGA Knightly News! M: Macon Campus C: Cochran Campus D: Dublin Campus E: Eastman Campus W: Warner Robins Campus A: All campuses EVENTS – WEEK OF OCT 23 – 28 OCT 23 W: Domestic Violence Workshop, Thomas ...

Finding Greatness: Odell Blackmon

October 20, 2017

Odell Blackmon III, a dual-enrollment student at MGA's Georgia Academy, is preparing for the world of tech startups. Full Name: Odell Blackmon III. Age: 17. Hometown & Residence: Covington. High School: Young Americans Christian School ...

STEM Students Get GPA Boost

October 18, 2017

Students now have more incentive to take rigorous science, technology, pre-engineering, and math classes at Middle Georgia State University (MGA). In fall 2017, students began receiving a boost to their college HOPE GPA for specific, rigorous ...

Middle Georgia State Adding Bachelor's Degree in Contemporary Musicianship

October 18, 2017

Middle Georgia State University is launching a new four-year degree: the Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Musicianship. The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia approved the degree at its October 11 meeting, which was held on the ...

MGA President to Discuss His World War I Book at Student-Hosted Events

October 18, 2017

Middle Georgia State's History Student Organization, a student club, is hosting Dr. Christopher Blake, University president, at two events to discuss his new book, "And Half the Seed of Europe: A Genealogy of the Great War 1914-1918." The first ...

Knightly News - October 16

October 16, 2017

Your MGA Knightly News! M: Macon Campus C: Cochran Campus D: Dublin Campus E: Eastman Campus W: Warner Robins Campus A: All campuses EVENTS – WEEK OF OCT 16 – 21 OCT 16 E: Peer Financial Counseling ...

Middle Georgia State's President to Launch Master Lectures Series with World War I Talks

October 16, 2017

"The Great War at 100: Its Shadow & Legacy" will be the topic of Middle Georgia State University's inaugural event of The Master Lectures & Conversations Series. Dr. Christopher Blake, Middle Georgia State president, will discuss aspects ...

Finding Greatness: Rojean Sanders

October 16, 2017

Health Services Administration major Rojean Sanders, Army veteran, is president of the MGA chapter of Association of Healthcare Executive Students. Full Name: Rojean Vernita Sanders. Hometown & Residence: Macon. Employment: Work study ...

MGA English Majors Present at Prestigious Conference

October 12, 2017

Hope Fuqua and Samantha Morgan, who are finishing up their bachelor's degrees in English at Middle Georgia State University, will present papers at the prestigious South Atlantic Modern Language Association (SAMLA) meeting in early November in ...