Georgia Southern Q1 2026 Economic Monitor: Savannah metro area growth stalled
Economic growth in the Savannah metro area economy slowed substantially in the first quarter of 2026, according to Georgia Southern University’s newly released Q1 2026 Economic Monitor.
Georgia Southern collection curator works with Yale University on uncovering the rich story behind a rare American artifact
Until now, the true rarity and unusual nature of the drum had not yet been fully realized.
Georgia Southern University signs memorandum of understanding with University of Belize for international partnership
The partnership will increase access to research projects and degree programs at both institutions.
Georgia Southern University receives state funding for Georgia’s first college of optometry, literacy center
Georgia Southern University has received a state investment of nearly $40 million to support several projects that address critical needs throughout the state, including the first college of optometry in Georgia and an applied reading center.
Georgia Southern Emerging Leaders Program Strengthens Leadership Pipeline
28 faculty and staff members participated in the semester-long, cohort-based program to build leadership capability while emphasizing performance excellence.
Approximately 4,400 degrees conferred during Georgia Southern’s 2026 Spring Commencement ceremonies
Last week, approximately 4,400 graduates from Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro, Armstrong, Liberty and Swainsboro campuses received associate, baccalaureate, masters, specialist and doctoral degrees in five Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies.
Georgia Southern selects distinguished speakers for Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies
Approximately 4,400 students will graduate with associate, baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees this semester during four ceremonies in Statesboro and Savannah. Candidates will have the option to choose the location where they would like to graduate.
Georgia Southern recognized by Forbes on list of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026
Georgia Southern University has received high honors from Forbes in recognition of its commitment to institutional culture with the recent announcement of the publication’s list of “America’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026.” Out of 600 companies on the list, Georgia Southern impressively landed in the top tier at #33.