
MGA Announces Fall 2023 Commencement Speakers
November 30, 2023
12:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 6 As president and owner of Collins Manufacturing Company in Macon, Gwen Collins is involved in day-to-day operations of the business. In 2006, she and her husband, Larry, who is vice president of the company, ...
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2024 College Town Film Series Explores Throwback Theme
November 30, 2023
"Throwback" is the theme of the 2024 College Town Film Series, which kicks off Thursday, Jan. 25, at the Douglass Theater in downtown Macon. The 2024 series will serve as the 25th anniversary of the popular event. A collaboration of Middle ...
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More Than 800 Students Set To Graduate At MGA’s Fall 2023 Commencement Ceremonies
November 29, 2023
About 810 students are candidates for graduation at Middle Georgia State University’s (MGA’s) fall 2023 commencement ceremonies. Five ceremonies will take place over a two-day period: Wednesday, December 6, and Thursday, ...
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MGA’s Fall 2023 Enrollment Increase Marks The University’s Continued Growth
November 27, 2023
Continuing an upward trend, Middle Georgia State University (MGA) grew its enrollment this fall by nearly 5 percent over last year. MGA's fall 2023 enrollment reached 8,039 students, according to the University System of Georgia’s ...
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MGA’s Knights’ Table Food Pantry Receives $6,000 Grant from Swipe Out Hunger
November 21, 2023
The Middle Georgia State University (MGA) food pantry, Knights’ Table, has received a $6,000 grant from Swipe Out Hunger and the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation to increase accessibility of the food pantry across all five ...
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Kruger Family, Keith Moffett Recognized As MGA Foundation’s 2023 Legacy of Leadership and Outstanding Alumnus Award Recipients
November 06, 2023
The Middle Georgia State University (MGA) Foundation has awarded the Kruger family, well-known in the region for business and philanthropic accomplishments, the 2023 Legacy of Leadership award, while Dr. Keith Moffett, the current Macon-Bibb ...
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MGA Waives Application Fee for “No Fee November”
November 01, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is making college even more accessible. During November, the Georgia Student Finance Commission and other state education agencies, including the University System of Georgia, partner to ...
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MGA Announces New Athletics Director to Lead University’s Transition To NCAA Division II
November 01, 2023
Michael Brown, who has extensive leadership experience in collegiate athletics, has joined Middle Georgia State University (MGA) as director of athletics, effective November 1. Most recently associate athletic director for operations at Purdue ...
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MGA, Macon-Bibb Co-Host Veterans Day Ceremony At Coleman Hill
November 01, 2023
For the eighth consecutive year, Middle Georgia State University (MGA) and Macon-Bibb are co-hosting a Veterans Day ceremony at Coleman Hill in downtown Macon.The event, which is open to the public, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10. In ...
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New Faculty Join MGA For 2023-2024 Academic Year
October 31, 2023
This fall, Middle Georgia State University (MGA) added eight new full-time faculty members in a number of academic disciplines, including art, education, nursing, rehabilitation sciences, and respiratory therapy. The new faculty ...
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Finding Greatness: Sonja Rivers
October 30, 2023
Sonja Rivers, an academic advisor in MGA’s School of Education & Behavioral Sciences, created a peer mentorship program as part of a class assignment. She is finishing up her Master of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing this ...
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The Delta Air Lines Foundation Boosts Aviation Education in Georgia With $3 Million Grant To Middle Georgia State University
October 23, 2023
The Delta Air Lines Foundation has awarded a $3 million grant to Middle Georgia State University (MGA), marking a significant development in the institution's aviation programs. This substantial award, the largest single contribution in MGA's ...
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Faculty Q&A With Dr. Crystal O’Leary Davidson: Lock Your Doors, Bolt Your Windows, And Dive In To Some Halloween Literature
October 11, 2023
It's the spooky season! As the autumn leaves fall and the nights grow longer, our thoughts turn to Halloween, that enigmatic holiday filled with ghosts, ghouls, and jack-o'-lanterns. Yet, beyond the costumes and candy, Halloween carries a rich ...
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MGA School of Education & Behavioral Sciences Gets Ready To Host 6th FIRST LEGO League Challenge
October 04, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is gearing up to host, for the sixth time, the FIRST LEGO League Challenge on December 2 and 9. This international competition for “challenge teams” of elementary and middle-school ...
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School of Computing Receives Grant from the E.J. Grassman Trust To Support Cybersecurity Education
October 03, 2023
The Middle Georgia State University (MGA) School of Computing recently received a $15,000.00 grant from the E.J. Grassman Trust to purchase equipment for its Cyber Forensics lab. The lab was initially funded as part of the National Science ...
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MGA Re-designated as a National Center Of Academic Excellence In Cyber Defense Education
October 03, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) was formally re-designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) on September 19, 2023, during a ceremony at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, Ill. Dr. David ...
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Finding Greatness: Coby Roye
September 27, 2023
IT major Coby Roye is a cybersecurity intern for the Georgia Tech Research Institute, president of the Cyber Knights student organization, and a leadership program participant through the MGA Center for Career & Leadership Development. Full ...
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Finding Greatness: Frieda Wilson
September 25, 2023
Frieda Wilson is active in MGA’s Cyber Knights student organization and helped a University team place third in a Women in Technology (WiT) competition last year. She is finishing up her bachelor’s degree in IT. Full Name: ...
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MGA Faculty Q&A: The October 14 Solar Eclipse
September 20, 2023
Heads up, astronomy enthusiasts. On Saturday, Oct. 14, an annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central, and South America. It will be visible in Georgia. An annular solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, but ...
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Finding Greatness: Anna Schumaker
September 20, 2023
An IT major aiming for a career in software engineering or cybersecurity, Anna Schumaker is president of the Association of Information Technology Students, Cochran Campus chapter. Full Name: Anna Schumaker. Age: 19. Hometown: Gig Harbor, ...
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Carolyn Wynn Smalley Estate Gift To MGA To Support Endowed Professorships, Equestrian Team
September 18, 2023
A $1.2 million gift to the Middle Georgia State University Foundation from the estate of Carolyn Wynn Smalley, a Wilkinson County woman known for her love of horses, nature, and Georgia history and culture, will fund the creation of two special ...
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Middle Georgia State University Partners With Amazon's Career Choice Program
September 11, 2023
Amazon has selected Middle Georgia State University (MGA) to join its Career Choice program, which eases access to college degrees for hourly employees of the multinational technology company. Career Choice is an education benefit that ...
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Middle Georgia State University’s School of Aviation Partners with United Aviate to Offer Pilot Pathway Program
September 07, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) and United’s Aviate program announce a new partnership to provide a career pathway for MGA pilots. The pathway program will be provided through United Aviate, established by United ...
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Finding Greatness: Nathan Hall
September 07, 2023
Nathan Hall is president of the student organization for respiratory therapy majors, MGREAT. Full Name: Nathan Hall. Age: 23. Hometown: Dublin. Residence: Macon. High School: Dublin High School. Family: Mom, Angela Hall; brother, Caleb ...
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MGA Faculty Q&A: The Blue Moon Isn’t Blue & Other Things To Know About This Week’s Celestial Event
August 29, 2023
If cloud conditions allow it, we’ll be able to see a rare(ish) blue moon on Wednesday night (8/30). It will reach its peak at 9:36 p.m. EDT. To learn more about this celestial event, we turned to Dr. Lawrence Camarota of Middle Georgia ...
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Finding Greatness: Jackson Griffith
August 28, 2023
Musician, artist, and graphic designer Jackson Griffith, who is finishing up his MGA degree this fall, will work full-time with the Otis Redding Foundation after graduation, doing graphic design and helping with education programming. He is ...
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Middle Georgia State University Hosting Visiting Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence From Ukraine
August 16, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) has been selected to host a Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence from Ukraine during the 2023-2024 academic year. Dr. Yuriy Loboda, associate professor at the National Defense University of Ukraine, was selected ...
Read MoreAviation Maintenance Technician Program Now Offered at GRCCA Thanks to a New Partnership with Middle Georgia State University
August 15, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is partnering with the Griffin Region College and Career Academy (GRCCA) to offer Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) dual-enrollment classes to high school students. The Federal Aviation ...
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Middle Georgia State University's New Strategic Plan Champions Student Success, Innovation, Fiscal Resilience & More
August 07, 2023
Middle Georgia State University’s path to excellence continues with solid plans for championing student success, leading innovation and economic opportunity, building culture and identity, and sustaining fiscal resilience and brand ...
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Randy Thompson Joins MGA As Director Of Campus & Community Engagement
August 07, 2023
Randy Thompson, a Cochran resident with extensive experience in business management and education, is Middle Georgia State University’s new director of Campus & Community Engagement. In his new position, Thompson will ...
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Faculty Q&A: Why Is “Barbie” Such A Cultural Phenomenon?
July 27, 2023
Barbie is having a moment. A movie based on the iconic doll raked in $337 million its opening weekend. We asked #MGA’s Dr. Susan Asbury, an assistant professor of history who was once, believe it or not, associate curator of Modern ...
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MGA Announces Spring 2023 President’s List and Dean’s List
July 25, 2023
Middle Georgia State University announces the spring semester 2023 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 ...
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Faculty Q&A: Who Was J. Robert Oppenheimer?
July 25, 2023
The newly released film Oppenheimer, along with its star-studded cast, has taken social media by storm. Who is J. Robert Oppenheimer, the historical figure at the center of the film? We asked Dr. Javan Frazier, #MGA history professor, for an ...
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Threads Vs. Twitter: Comparing Two Social Media Rivals
July 17, 2023
On July 5, Meta Platforms launched the social networking service Threads in direct competition to Twitter. Threads gained 100 million users within its first five days, surpassing the record previously set by ChatGPT. Here is Tina Ashford, #MGA ...
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Peyton Anderson Foundation Awards $1.2 Million To MGA To Develop Center For Middle Georgia Studies
July 17, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will use a newly announced $1.2 million grant from the Peyton Anderson Foundation to help fund an intellectual and creative center designed to take on some of the region’s most difficult ...
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Faculty Perspective: Is the “Bamboo Craze” Here To Stay?
July 13, 2023
The "bamboo craze" refers to the growing popularity and widespread fascination with bamboo as a versatile and sustainable material. Bamboo, a fast-growing plant known for its strength and durability, has gained immense attention in recent years ...
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Finding Greatness: George LeBlanc
July 11, 2023
MGA graduate student George LeBlanc recently completed an internship with Groundwork Resources, a consulting agency that provides services to nonprofits and socially-minded businesses to amplify their messages. Full Name: George LeBlanc. Age: ...
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MGA’s Bachelor of Science In Social Work Earns CSWE Accreditation
July 11, 2023
Middle Georgia State’s University’s Bachelor of Science in Social Work has been granted full accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). This prestigious recognition reaffirms the program's commitment to ...
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Faculty Q&A: 24 Hours Of Chaos In Russia
July 06, 2023
In late June the Wagner group, a private military army that’s been fighting alongside Russia’s regular army in Ukraine, initiated an uprising – a so-called attempted coup - against the government. According to a CNBC ...
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Finding Greatness: Rachel Robinson
June 26, 2023
Using the resources of MGA's Center for Career & Leadership Development, business major Rachel Robinson landed an internship in contracting with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers - Norfolk District, Norfolk, Va. Name: Rachel D. ...
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Digital Twins: What Are They And Why Should We Care?
June 26, 2023
Recent advancements in technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and data analytics have made it easier and more cost effective to collect, process, and analyze large amounts of real-time ...
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Angela O’Neal Joins MGA As Registrar
June 22, 2023
Angela "Angie" O’Neal has joined Middle Georgia State University (MGA) as registrar. She comes to MGA from Wesleyan College, where she also served as registrar for nearly a decade.In her new role at MGA, O’Neal will lead the ...
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Need For Speed: MGA Flight Student An Accomplished Spec Miata Racer
June 20, 2023
Last fall, when he enrolled at Middle Georgia State University to pursue a degree in flight, Antonio Abrom essentially hit the gas toward a career that offers an adrenaline rush on par with his fast and furious hobby of motorsports racing. At ...
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Barnes & Noble College To Manage MGA Bookstore Operations
June 15, 2023
Middle Georgia State University has signed an agreement with Barnes & Noble College (BNC) to be the new contract operator for the MGA Bookstore. BNC, a Barnes & Noble Education company, will take over on-site retail and online operations ...
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Gulfstream Awards Grant To Support MGA’s Aircraft Maintenance & Structural Technology Programs
June 14, 2023
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation has awarded $50,000 to the Middle Georgia State University Foundation, to support technologically advanced training in composites and composite repair at the School of Aviation. The ...
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What’s Up With The Moon This Week? Dr. Lawrence Camarota Explains The “Da Vinci Glow”
May 18, 2023
Have you ever heard of the “Da Vinci glow?” We hadn’t either until the phrase started popping up in our news feeds a couple of days ago. According to the website earth.com, the Da Vinci glow is a celestial phenomenon ...
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Board of Regents Approves Doctor of Science In Public Safety For Middle Georgia State University
May 16, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will launch a Doctor of Science in Public Safety to help prepare leaders for crucial roles in public safety agencies across the state. MGA anticipates launching this new program in January 2024, following ...
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Finding Greatness: Robert Asher
May 08, 2023
Robert Asher, who is about to graduate from MGA with a B.A. in Media and Communications, has been accepted to New York University (and offered a scholarship) to pursue the Master of Arts in Cinema Studies. He is interested in either a career in ...
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Finding Greatness: A'Daysia Bivins
May 02, 2023
A’Daysia Bivins, who participated in several leadership programs offered through MGA’s Center for Career & Leadership Development, begins her career as a first-grade teacher at C.B. Watson Primary School. She is the ...
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More Than 700 Students Set To Graduate At MGA’s Spring Commencement Ceremonies
April 25, 2023
More than 700 students are candidates for graduation at Middle Georgia State University’s (MGA’s) spring 2023 commencement ceremonies. Five ceremonies will take place over a two-day period: Wednesday, May 10, and Thursday, ...
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MGA Announces Spring 2023 Commencement Speakers
April 25, 2023
Tracey Blalock – 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, ceremony Tracey Blalock has served as the senior vice president and chief nurse executive of Atrium Health Navicent since 2013. Tracey started her career at Atrium Health Navicent in 1988 as a ...
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ChatGPT (And Other AI Language Models): What’s All The Hype About?
April 24, 2023
If you haven’t yet paid much attention to ChatGPT, or AI language models in general, you will soon. People are increasingly using AI language models in a wide range of applications, such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and content ...
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Finding Greatness: Colleen Moore
April 24, 2023
An externship helped nursing major Colleen Moore land a full-time position with Houston Healthcare. Her externship, which in nursing is similar to an internship, was voluntary on her part and enhanced her required clinical experiences. ...
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The Second Amendment: A Q&A With MGA’s Dr. Chris Lawrence
April 20, 2023
Ratified in 1791 along with nine other articles of the Bill of Rights, the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is a controversial topic for millions of Americans. The Second Amendment is brief – one sentence with only 27 ...
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Gaslighting: What Is It And How Do We Fight Back?
April 17, 2023
In the U.S., social media, the #MeToo movement, the political climate, and, in general, increased awareness have led to more conversations about gaslighting and its effects. But what exactly is gaslighting and why is it so harmful? We asked Dr. ...
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MGA Honors Students For Academic Achievements & Recognizes Faculty For Teaching, Scholarship, & Service
April 17, 2023
Tavius Clark, a senior finishing his Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, and George Gordon, a senior completing his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, are Middle Georgia State University’s ...
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Finding Greatness: Christina Spradlin
April 12, 2023
As a CNA, Christina Spradlin enjoyed learning the histories and background stories of her patients. She returned to school at MGA to complete a history degree, with the goal of working in an archive or museum. Full Name: Christina D. ...
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The Loneliness Epidemic: A Q&A With Dr. James Collins
April 11, 2023
Americans are lonely. That’s the finding of a number of recent studies. Loneliness among Americans was prevalent even before the COVID pandemic, which only increased isolation among many people. A pre-pandemic report from the National ...
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MGA’s Dublin Campus Partners With Dublin City Schools To Offer Dual Enrollment
March 28, 2023
Middle Georgia State University’s Dublin Campus is partnering with Heart of Georgia College & Career Academy to offer core courses and a potential path into the nursing program to dual-enrolled students. Through the partnership, ...
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MGA To Launch Graduate Certificates In Creative Writing & Teaching College Writing
March 22, 2023
New graduate certificates in creative writing and teaching college writing are coming to Middle Georgia State University (MGA) this fall. Housed in MGA’s School of Arts & Letters, the certificates are primarily geared toward ...
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City of Warner Robins & MGA Join Forces To Help Residents Start Small Businesses
March 15, 2023
Reviving the city’s traditional central business district by helping residents become entrepreneurs is among the main goals of a new collaboration between Warner Robins and Middle Georgia State University (MGA). Beginning April 4, MGA ...
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Finding Greatness: Jarvin Wright
March 15, 2023
An employee of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Jarvin Wright is pursuing MGA’s social work degree to prepare for a second career as a school social worker. Full Name: Jarvin Wright. Age: 48. Hometown: Dublin. ...
Read MoreMGA Faculty Release Issa Rae Book
March 14, 2023
Two Middle Georgia State University (MGA) faculty, Dr. Andre Nicholson and Dr. LaRonda Sanders-Senu, are among the co-editors of a new book, Insecure, Awkward, and #Winning: Intersectionality of Race, Gender, and Sexuality in the Works of Issa ...
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Finding Greatness: Audrey Barr
March 06, 2023
One of MGA’s top accounting majors, Audrey Barr plans to build a career as a CPA working with small businesses. Full Name: Audrey Barr. Age: 22. Hometown & Residence: Forsyth. High School: Mary ...
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Finding Greatness: Cody Hubener
March 01, 2023
Cody Hubener is president of MGA’s Around the World languages club and aspires to a multilingual career in marketing and management. Full Name: Cody Hubener. Age: 22. Hometown & Residence: McDonough. High School: Ola High ...
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Finding Greatness: Isaac Ramsingh
February 27, 2023
An Atrium vice president and an MGA graduate, Isaac Ramsingh serves on University’s Alumni Board out of a desire to advocate for students. Full Name: Isaac Ramsingh. Age: 43. Hometown & Residence: “Living in Macon, Ga., ...
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With The Theme “Reclaiming The Native South,” MGA’s 2023 Arts Festival Features Native American Writers & Scholars
February 23, 2023
Built around the theme “Reclaiming the Native South,” the 2023 Arts Festival hosted by Middle Georgia State University's School of Arts & Letters features a reading and book talk with author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle ...
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Finding Greatness: Sharona Rubinstein
February 23, 2023
With the ultimate goal of creating a center for healing arts, Sharona Rubinstein is merging her background as a professional dancer, choreographer, and artistic director with new skills and knowledge gained through MGA’s occupational ...
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MGA Announces Fall 2022 President’s List and Dean’s List
February 09, 2023
Middle Georgia State University announces the fall semester 2022 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 ...
Read MoreThe Side Hustle Craze: A Q&A With MGA’s Dr. Greg George
February 08, 2023
Let’s talk side hustles. According to a recent survey, two in five Americans created or maintained at least one additional source of income in 2022. That represents an increase from late 2020, mostly driven by members of the millennial ...
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MGA Music Professor To Perform At College Music Society’s International Conference This Summer
February 06, 2023
Pianist and educator Giuliano Graniti, a Middle Georgia State University assistant professor of music, is embarking on a concert tour of Europe this summer, including performing at the College Music Society’s international conference in ...
Read MoreMGA To Host National History Day Regional Contest
February 02, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will host the 2023 National History Day regional contest on Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Macon Campus. This year’s theme is Frontiers in History: People, Places, Ideas. MGA is also a sponsor of the ...
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State of the University 2023: MGA President Highlights Positive Enrollment Signs, New Degrees, Campus Evolutions, & More
January 30, 2023
In an era when many U.S. institutions of higher education are grappling with uncertain futures, Middle Georgia State (MGA) is poised for growth, President Christopher Blake, Ph.D., said in his 2023 State of the University address. The ...
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Finding Greatness: Ryan Ashford
January 30, 2023
The second youngest student to earn an associate’s degree from MGA (he was 16 at the time), Ryan Ashford has since finished his bachelor’s and is now, at age 20, a student in the Master of Science in IT program. He is a ...
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Finding Greatness: Shane Archibald
January 25, 2023
Shane Archibald, a cybersecurity instructor, enrolled in MGA’s Doctor of Science in Information Technology to further his teaching and consulting career. Full Name: Shane Archibald. Hometown & Residence: Snellville. ...
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MGA Professor Explains The ‘Green’ Comet
January 25, 2023
Have you heard the hype about a rare “green” comet currently traveling through our solar system for the first time in 50,000 years? We wanted to know more so we asked our go-to astronomy consultant - Dr. Lawrence Camarota, ...
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MGA’s Museum Of Technology Launches Monthly RetroTech Series
January 23, 2023
The Museum of Technology at Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is launching a series of “RetroTech” seminars – including one featuring a rare, working ALTAIR 8800 - to highlight the gallery’s collection ...
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MGA To Offer Bachelor’s & Associate’s Degrees In Computer Science On Warner Robins Campus
January 18, 2023
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) will launch both bachelor’s and associate’s degrees in computer science in fall 2023. The University will base the programs, which the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia ...
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Associate Provosts In Data Strategy And Academic Innovation Join MGA
January 10, 2023
Dr. Jesse Bishop joins Middle Georgia State University (MGA) as associate provost for Data Strategy, while Dr. James Blackburn comes on board as associate provost for Academic Innovation. “Both men bring an impressive amount of ...
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MGA Formally Opens Dublin Campus Health Sciences Expansion
January 09, 2023
DUBLIN - Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is celebrating the completion of a nearly $6.8 million renovation and expansion of the institution’s Dublin Campus into a healthcare degree program hub. MGA President Christopher Blake, ...
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Finding Greatness: Paige Boeke
January 05, 2023
After completing her Master of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing from MGA, Paige Boeke is now a senior technical editor at Savannah River Site. Full Name: Paige Boeke. Hometown: Leominster, Massachusetts. Residence: North ...
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2023 College Town Film Series Explores “Brainwashed” Theme
January 04, 2023
"Brainwashed" is the theme of the 2023 College Town Film Series, which kicks off Thursday, Jan. 26, at the Douglass Theater in downtown Macon. A collaboration of Middle Georgia State University, Wesleyan College, and Mercer University, the ...
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Finding Greatness: Elizabeth Eddins
December 01, 2022
Elizabeth “Beth” Eddins, a standout student and pitcher for the MGA Knights softball team, plans to enroll in the University’s new Master of Business in Professional Leadership after completing her undergraduate ...
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MGA Announces New VP For Finance & Business
December 01, 2022
Amanda Neff Funches, a veteran manager and director for Middle Georgia State University’s budgetary and accounting operations, has been appointed the new vice president for Finance & Business, effective January 1, 2023. Funches, who ...
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Finding Greatness: Kimani Black
November 30, 2022
A recent graduate of MGA’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Kimani Black recently took a position as an assistant program coordinator for Emory University’s Advancement and Alumni Engagement Division. He is ...
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About 750 Students Set To Graduate At MGA’s Fall Commencement Ceremonies
November 28, 2022
About 750 students are candidates for graduation at Middle Georgia State University’s (MGA’s) fall 2022 commencement ceremonies. Five ceremonies will take place over a two-day period: Wednesday, Dec. 7, and Thursday, Dec. 8. ...
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Finding Greatness: Ian Kloster
November 28, 2022
Visual artist Ian Kloster chose MGA’s Master of Arts in Teacher Education so he could transition to a classroom-based art teacher. “Making the commitment to apply for graduate school was a serious endeavor,” he said. ...
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Finding Greatness: Taylor Toellner
November 17, 2022
Taylor Toellner is an example of the ‘professional pivot’ that MGA’s interdisciplinary graduate programs facilitate. With an undergraduate degree in IT, she is now pursuing the Master of Arts in Technical and ...
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MGA Graduate’s Son To Share His Father’s Pearl Harbor Story At Roberts Library
November 16, 2022
When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Valda Adams Jr., a Cochran native and alumnus of Middle Georgia College (now Middle Georgia State University), watched in stunned disbelief as Japanese airplanes dipped and swerved from ...
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Albany Tech, MGA Sign Transfer Agreement
November 14, 2022
Officials from Albany Technical College (ATC) and Middle Georgia State University (MGA) signed a formal agreement on Monday, Nov. 14, that creates a seamless transition for ATC graduates to earn their bachelor's degrees at MGA. This agreement is ...
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Finding Greatness: Courtney Anderson
November 14, 2022
Courtney Anderson, a student in MGA’s master’s degree in nursing program, is the sepsis coordinator for Atrium Health Navicent. She and her husband founded a non-profit to increase awareness of the causes of sudden cardiac ...
Read MoreMGA School of Education & Behavioral Sciences Gets Ready To Host 5th FIRST LEGO League Challenge
November 07, 2022
Dr. David Biek calls it “the most insane thing ever.” What else would you get when you turn loose more than 200 kids from area middle and elementary schools onto a robotics competition, LEGO building contest, and ...
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Finding Greatness: Luke Usry
November 07, 2022
After transitioning from the business world to education, Luke Usry looks to expand on his new career by earning the University’s master’s degree in teacher education. The three-semester program is designed for professionals ...
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University System And MGA Highlight Ethical Culture Through Ethics Awareness Week
November 03, 2022
The University System of Georgia (USG) is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct in pursuit of its mission to create knowledge. Accomplishing this mission demands integrity, good judgment and dedication to public ...
Read MoreMGA Respiratory Therapy Faculty Member Selected As Governor’s Teaching Fellow
November 02, 2022
ATHENS – Middle Georgia State University faculty member Nancy Guyse has been chosen to be a Governor’s Teaching Fellow for the 2022-23 academic year. A registered respiratory therapist (RRT) and assistant professor of ...
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MGA Waives Application Fee For ‘Apply to College’ Month
November 02, 2022
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), already the most affordable public state university in Georgia, is even more of a bargain for anyone who applies for admission this month. November is “Apply to College Month." ...
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Finding Greatness: Victoria Horton-Roark
November 01, 2022
Victoria Horton-Roark, who is pursuing the University’s Master of Science in Management degree, is a graduate research assistant for MGA’s School of Business. She recently presented a research paper at a conference of the ...
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MGA’s Music Program Presents Series of Fall Concerts & Other Events
October 26, 2022
From senior recitals to the Guitar Ensemble to the Chamber Singers, Middle Georgia State University’s music program is rolling out a series of fall concerts and events throughout the month of November. All events are free and open to ...
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MGA, Macon-Bibb To Host Veterans Day Ceremony at Coleman Hill
October 25, 2022
MGA, Macon-Bibb To Host Veterans Day Ceremony at Coleman Hill For the seventh consecutive year, Middle Georgia State University (MGA) and Macon-Bibb are co-hosting a Veterans Day ceremony at Coleman Hill in downtown Macon. The event, which is ...
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Finding Greatness: Davlin Wilson
October 20, 2022
Coming from a family of educators, #MGA education major Davlin Wilson plans to continue the tradition by starting his career as a kindergarten teacher. He is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success and the MGA ...
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Finding Greatness: Miracle Odom
October 17, 2022
Student leader Miracle Odom, a senior majoring in biology, is participating in magnetotactic bacteria (MTB) research with MGA faculty members. After graduation, she plans to join the U.S. Air Force and pursue a medical career. Full ...
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Finding Greatness: Yvonne Hartridge
October 11, 2022
Yvonne Hartridge is finishing up her degree in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. A standout student, former Knights softball player, and MGA Cochran Campus leader, she hopes to combine OT with her athletics background into a career ...
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Finding Greatness: Nettie Conner
October 07, 2022
Seeking a fourth career, non-traditional student Nettie Conner is enrolled in MGA’s social work degree program. An officer for Horizons, a student club for social work majors, Conner hopes to work for a non-profit that helps people ...
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Dr. Loretta Clayton Named Dean of Graduate Studies at MGA
October 05, 2022
Congratulations to Dr. Loretta Clayton, who has been named dean of Middle Georgia State University (MGA)'s Graduate Studies effective October 1. Clayton, who had been leading the office as interim dean, is charged with the ...
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MGA Announces Summer 2022 President’s & Dean’s List
October 04, 2022
Middle Georgia State University announces the summer semester 2022 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 ...
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Finding Greatness: Myah Anderson
October 03, 2022
Already working as an instructional paraprofessional, Myah Anderson is completing her education degree at MGA to become a full-time teacher. She is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success and serves as a peer mentor to other ...
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Finding Greatness: Modupe Oyewole
September 28, 2022
IT major Modupe Oyewole, who plans for a career in cybersecurity, is an MGA student leader, serving as president of the Student Government Association and Macon Campus Activities Board. Full Name: Modupe Oyewole. Age: ...
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Finding Greatness: Sandra Hernandez
September 26, 2022
Media and Communication major Sandra Hernandez is editor of The Statement, MGA’s digital student newspaper, and an intern with Mercer ESPN. Full Name: Sandra M. Hernandez. Age: 20. Hometown: Warner Robins. High School: Northside ...
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Finding Greatness: Rekita Barnes
September 22, 2022
As she nears completion of her B.S. in Respiratory Therapy, non-traditional student Rekita Barnes hopes to begin her career at Emory Healthcare and pursue a master’s degree. Full Name: Rekita Barnes. Age: 33. Hometown & ...
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MGA Political Science Professor Helps Lead Public Lands Stewardship Project
September 21, 2022
Dr. Julie Lester, Middle Georgia State University (MGA) political science professor, is working to re-establish the Stewardship of Public Lands program as a member of the Civic Fellows cohort of the American Democracy Project. The American ...
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Twenty One Faculty Join MGA At Start Of 2022-23 Academic Year
September 20, 2022
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) has added 21 new full-time faculty members in a number of academic disciplines, including aviation, health sciences, IT, teacher education, social work, music, and English. The new faculty ...
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Finding Greatness: Christian Weaver
September 16, 2022
As a biology major with a creative writing minor, Christian Weaver has found MGA to be a place where he can cultivate his scientific and artistic passions. He is currently applying for Ph.D programs as he pursues a dual career in plant pathology ...
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Finding Greatness: Vickia Johnson
September 13, 2022
Vickia Johnson has worked multiple internships as part of her Media and Communication major, including two that are sports oriented, and she is a student leadership program standout. Full Name: Vickia Johnson. Hometown & ...
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The Dissertation of Smaug: Talkin' Tolkien with Dr. Andrew Reeves
September 06, 2022
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or barricaded yourself in your hobbit-hole), there’s a good chance you’ve heard the name “Tolkien”—or at least viewed The Lord of the Rings films. ...
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Fact, Fiction, or Fake News: How Can You Be More Responsible For The Information You Consume?
August 31, 2022
We are all quite familiar with the phrase “fake news” at this point. The catchphrase raises some questions. How can you tell if something being reported is fake? What can consumers do to protect themselves against ...
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August 30, 2022
Biology major Zoe Von Holten, who started MGA as a dual-enrolled student, is now involved in a research project with Dr. Tyler Achatz involving systematic parasitology. Her goal is to earn a Ph.D for a career in academia. Full Name: Zoe Von ...
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MGA Receives Georgia Council For The Arts Grant To Fund Native American-Themed Festival
August 25, 2022
The Georgia Council for the Arts awarded a $6,000 grant to Middle Georgia State University’s School of Arts & Letters to help organize and host a major festival celebrating Native American arts and culture, the organization ...
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Finding Greatness: Wesley Altham
August 23, 2022
IT major Wesley Altham, president of the #MGA Cyber Knights, recently presented his research at DEFCON, one of the world’s premier hacker conventions. His presentation – “I Know What You Ate Last Summer” ...
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MGA Grad Makes History As First Woman To Pilot Helicopters For Georgia State Patrol
August 22, 2022
The aviation bug bit Haley Jo Lucas at about age 14, when she toured a beach by helicopter during a family vacation. So she added “helicopter pilot” to her list of dream jobs, along with law enforcement officer and ...
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Talking Inflation With Dr. Marc Miller
August 17, 2022
Concerned about inflation? Who isn’t? We asked Dr. Marc Miller, MGA’s new dean of the School of Business, to answer a few questions about inflation, beginning with … what exactly is it? What exactly is inflation and ...
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