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School of Aviation Partners with Delta Airlines TechOps to Develop Aircraft Maintenance Technicians

June 20, 2018

The pathway to a high-paying job in aviation is becoming a lot more navigable, thanks to a partnership between Middle Georgia State University’s (MGA) School of Aviation and Delta Airlines. Delta’s partnership with MGA ...

Finding Greatness: Brooke Jordan

June 19, 2018

Recent MGA graduate Brooke Jordan, the first in her family to finish college, will begin a teaching career this fall. One of her inspirations was her 7th grade teacher who became a Middle Georgia State faculty member the same year ...

Finding Greatness: Jasmine Brown

June 11, 2018

Jasmine Brown, director of Clinical Education for MGA's Department of Respiratory Therapy, develops Experiential Learning projects for RT students, and serves on the Faculty Senate. Full Name: Jasmine Brown. Full Title: Director of Clinical ...

Finding Greatness: Dr. Rebecca Nees

June 04, 2018

Dr. Rebecca Nees played a key role in the development of MGA's new sociology minor and is teaching in the University's inaugural Summer Scholars program. Full Name: Dr. Rebecca Nees. Full Title: Associate Professor of Sociology. Degree: Doctor ...

Middle Georgia State Adds Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science & Minors in Business and Sociology

May 29, 2018

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is adding a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, as well as minors in business and sociology, to its academic offerings this fall. The Bachelor of Science in Political Science will be based on MGA's ...

Finding Greatness: Devereaux Lindsey

May 29, 2018

As a campus coordinator for student services, Devereaux Lindsey helps MGA students have rich experiences outside of the classroom. Full Name: Devereaux Amber Lindsey. Title: Student Services Coordinator, Macon Campus. Degrees: • ...

MGA Hosts First Data Summit

May 25, 2018

On Thursday, May 24, more than 60 members of the Middle Georgia State University (MGA) faculty and staff convened on the Macon Campus for the first MGA Data Summit. The day-long event, organized by the Office of the Provost, was ...

MGA Creates a Trendsetter Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

May 24, 2018

The respiratory therapy program at Middle Georgia State University is taking an innovative leap forward. Beginning fall 2018, Middle Georgia State (MGA) will offer respiratory therapy as a bachelor's degree only. Students currently in the ...

New Building Wing Enhances STEM Instruction on Middle Georgia State University’s Warner Robins Campus

May 23, 2018

If she had to, Emily White of Warner Robins was willing to drive to Middle Georgia State University's Macon Campus to take the chemistry class she needed. But she wasn't thrilled about it. "I would have had to leave earlier to get to class and ...

Making New Music

May 22, 2018

A new MGA bachelor's degree rethinks what music majors should learn to thrive in the cultural economy. For Tyler Rogers, pursuing a dream of becoming a church music director means getting down to business. "I want to know how to ...

Spring Issue of MGA Today Published

May 22, 2018

The spring 2018 issue of MGA Today magazine is now available online. Read about Middle Georgia State's School of Aviation (the only one based at a public institution in the state), new bachelor's degrees in Contemporary Musicianship and ...

Finding Greatness: Dr. Lorraine Dubuisson

May 21, 2018

Dr. Lorraine Dubuisson is president of the Georgia Philological Association and organizer of the recent Knight Writers camp, designed to connect MGA's Cochran Campus with the local school system. Full Name: Dr. Lorraine Dubuisson. Title: ...

Middle Georgia State Graduates First Class of Master of Arts in Teaching Program

May 17, 2018

In early May, five students became the first graduates of Middle Georgia State University's Master of Arts in Teaching. Middle Georgia State (MGA) launched the graduate degree in summer 2017. The first graduates, most of whom participated in the ...

Finding Greatness: Rachel Maddox

May 16, 2018

A new graduate of Middle Georgia State, Rachel Maddox is headed to Mercer Law School and a career advocating for civil rights. Full Name: Rachel Maddox. Age: 21. Hometown: Jackson. Residence: Macon. High School: "I was homeschooled and got ...

Finding Greatness: Trenten Williams

May 07, 2018

Trenten Williams, who graduates May 8 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, is the President's Scholar for the Class of 2018. Each year, a graduating senior is chosen by MGA's Honors, Awards and Graduation Committee, with the approval of the ...

MGA Cyber Knights Shine In National Cyber League Competitions

May 01, 2018

The Cyber Knights, a Middle Georgia State University (MGA) student club that competes in events to demonstrate cybersecurity skills and knowledge, placed in top tiers of recent National Cyber League competitions. Middle Georgia State students, ...

MGA to Graduate Nearly 600 Students at Spring Commencement

April 30, 2018

Nearly 600 students are candidates for graduation at Middle Georgia State University's 2018 spring commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Tuesday, May 8. Dr. Joyce A. Jones, the University System of Georgia's vice chancellor for Student Affairs, ...

Finding Greatness: Jordan Rigdon

April 30, 2018

Jordan Rigdon, who is graduating with a B.S. in early childhood special education, is MGA's 2018 Academic Recognition Day Scholar. Full Name: Jordan Rigdon. Age: 24. Hometown & Residence: Byron. High School: Peach County High School, ...

MGA Professor Organizes Georgia Council of Graduate Schools Conference in Macon

April 30, 2018

The Georgia Council of Graduate Schools (GCGS) held its fifth annual conference at the Marriott City Center Hotel in Macon on April 19-20. As the current GCGS president, Dr. Loretta Clayton, director of Graduate Student Policy and Support at ...

MGA Grad Students Awarded Dixie Crow Scholarships

April 26, 2018

Kelsey Wade and Jerrie Schack, who are pursuing Master of Science degrees in Management at Middle Georgia State University (MGA), were recently awarded Dixie Crow Scholarships from the Dixie Crow Chapter of the Association of Old Crows ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

New Provost Sees MGA as 'Hidden Gem' Poised for Growth

January 01, 2018

In January 2018, Dr. Jonathan R. Anderson became provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at Middle Georgia State University. The provost is the University's chief academic officer and serves as the chief executive in the absence of the ...

Taking Flight

January 01, 2018

Middle Georgia State University's Growing School of Aviation Prepares Students for Careers in All Areas of Georgia's Fastest-Growing Industry After Brittni Giddens earned her bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, she had a ...

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 ...