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‘Aria’ of Expertise: UWG Opera Alumna Breathes New Life into Scholarship
Future generations of sopranos – along with baritones, tenors and altos – will continue to hit the right notes at the University of West Georgia, thanks to opera alumna and Los Angeles-based psychologist and hypnotherapist Dr. Nancy Irwin ’77.
Nov 23 -
Hispanic Heritage: UWG Alumni Introduce Scholarship for Spanish Majors with Academic Excellence
When Honey Shackelford ’76 arrived in the United States as a child, she spoke fluent Spanish but couldn’t speak a word of English. By the time she graduated from UWG, she spoke both languages fluently and had a bachelor’s degree in Spanish.
Sep 30 -
Unique Experiences, Valuable Outcomes: Frazier Internship Strikes Chord with Students, Community
The University of West Georgia recently wrapped its second Frazier Music Business Internship Scholarship, building on the success of 2019’s inaugural summer program and two UWG students earning invaluable experience at Carrollton City Schools.
Sep 16 -
Flipping the Script: UWG Student Becomes First Film Grad
Alanna LeBlanc has been obsessed with films and scripted television shows for as long as she can remember. Now that she has become the first UWG student to graduate with a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Film, LeBlanc’s obsession can now become her career.
Apr 13 -
Take a Bow: Two UWG Students Named Finalists at Prestigious Theatre Festival
Congratulations are in order for University of West Georgia students Rahsaan Parham and Katie King for reaching the top of Region 4 at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.
Apr 6