Georgia Southern study finds link between breastfeeding rates and COVID-19 outcomes across Georgia
A new Georgia Southern University study suggests that long-standing differences in maternal and child health, specifically breastfeeding rates, may help explain why some communities were affected more severely by COVID-19 than others.
Georgia Southern receives historic funding to curb isolation among older adults and people with disabilities
Georgia Southern University’s Senior Companion Program has received a $378,000 grant increase from AmeriCorps Senior.
Navigating the AI era: Georgia Southern hosts Carnegie Mellon’s Po-Shen Loh for discussion on practical applications and community effects
Loh envisions the lecture as both an informative presentation and an open discussion.
Georgia Southern University continues to address critical health care needs with new Physician Assistant Program
Physician assistant employment in Georgia is projected to grow by 32% over a 10-year span through 2032.
New members join Georgia Southern’s Alumni Association Board of Directors
Four new members recently joined Georgia Southern University’s Alumni Association Board of Directors.
“Our alumni board plays a vital role in shaping the future of our University and guiding our strategic engagement efforts,” said Ava Edwards, director of Alumni Relations. “These four accomplished alumni bring an incredible wealth of experience across economic development, health care, education and public policy. I am confident their leadership and vision will inspire our community and advance Georgia Southern’s mission for years to come.”
Georgia Southern University announces John Banter as Assistant Vice President for Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development and Engagement
Banter has built a strong record of measurable and meaningful work since joining the OELDE team as director of the Office of Organizational Effectiveness.
Georgia Southern ranked one of Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women 2026
Forbes has named Georgia Southern as one of America’s Best Employers for Women in 2026.
Georgia Southern’s Youth Workplace Readiness Institute encourages career exploration in Hinesville
Nine Liberty County students entering eighth and ninth grade spent four days discovering that exciting career opportunities exist right in their own community. Through the Youth Workplace Readiness Institute, a partnership between Georgia Southern University’s Division of Continuing and Professional Education (CPE), Liberty College & Career Academy and local business partners, students explored workplace skills, career pathways and the employers shaping Liberty County’s future.
All in: Golden Eagles Athletics rounds out leadership team with head coaching, administrative hires
Georgia Southern University Golden Eagles Athletics has completed its head coaching and administrative staff ahead of the program’s inaugural NAIA season, announcing the addition of Justin Tucek as head men’s basketball coach and Dustin Wager as the new men’s and women’s cross country programs’ first head coach.
Energy Faculty Fellow Program welcomes Georgia Southern professor
Georgia Southern professor Wenjie Li has been selected to be part of the 2026 Energy Faculty