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Thriving in a New Normal: UWG's Richards College of Business Hosts Annual Women Empowering Women Event
Women from across the region and beyond gathered virtually Wednesday to advise, support and encourage each other in the midst of a pandemic that changed life as we know it – and to discuss how they’ve been able to rise above the challenges presented by COVID-19.
Jan 14 -
Five Years in a Row: UWG Exercise is Medicine Program Recognized as Gold Level
UWG was again praised for its efforts in advancing the health and wellness of the campus community and the west Georgia region at large. Only 77 universities and colleges receive a gold level of designation from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Jan 5 -
Go West, Go Long: UWG Nursing Student Wins $75K in Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway
With the help of Dr Pepper – and, interestingly enough, a University of West Georgia staff member named Pepper – UWG nursing student Chemari Reeves has been awarded $75,000 in scholarship money to finish her degree debt-free.
Dec 22 -
UWG Takes Over ‘The Academic Minute’: Professor Speaks on Successful Second Year Experiences for African American Students
The first year of college is a time for transition: new academic strategies, new friends and possibly entirely new living arrangements. Research abounds on this topic. But just as crucial is the second year of higher education.
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UWG Takes Over ‘The Academic Minute’: Mathematics Professor Discusses Racial Stereotypes in STEM Careers
Racial stereotypes are ignominious components of our society, with Black males often the victims of such unfounded judgment. Dr. Christopher Jett, associate professor in the College of Arts, Culture and Scientific Inquiry at the University of West Georgia, recently conducted research on this disturbing reality and how it relates to Black men in STEM careers.
Dec 17 -
UWG Takes Over ‘The Academic Minute’: Psychology Professor Discusses Empowerment from Sexual Oppression
The oppression of women’s sexuality occurs all too often across most cultures and societies. Dr. Nisha Gupta, assistant professor of psychology at the University of West Georgia, recently completed an arts-based research project about South Asian women who have worked to reclaim erotic power in the face of such oppression.
Dec 16 -
UWG Takes Over ‘The Academic Minute’: Military Mom Speaks on Vets’ Transition to College
Although males are underrepresented in the nursing profession, men with military backgrounds are well-suited to the rigor and challenge of attaining a nursing degree, according to research from the University of West Georgia.
Dec 15 -
UWG Takes Over ‘The Academic Minute’: Phenomenologist Talks on the Dynamism of Monuments
Recent protests of racial injustices have renewed scrutiny over the debate of Confederate monuments in the United States. In her most timely research, University of West Georgia’s Dr. Janet Donohoe delves into the complexity of our experience with monuments and the role they play in our world.
Dec 14 -
UWG Hosts Virtual Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference
The University of West Georgia recently hosted the 2020 Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference (GURC) virtually, offering students from across the state the opportunity to showcase their work.
Dec 11 -
University of West Georgia Named a Top Online MBA Program by The Princeton Review
The University of West Georgia offers one of the nation’s most outstanding online MBA programs, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company profiles the school in its list of Top 50 Online MBA Programs for 2021. The UWG Richards College of Business earned the 49th spot on the ranking list.
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Good Girl: UWG Graduate’s Service Dog Receives Honorary ‘Dog-ree’
When Maggie Leptrone, a nursing student at the University of West Georgia, walked across the stage at Commencement Saturday morning, she wasn’t alone. Mona, her Diabetic Alert Dog, fetched herself a diploma, too.
Dec 5 -
Halle Foundation Continues to Change Lives through Study Abroad Support
The Halle Foundation in Atlanta has recently awarded $75,000 to the international languages and cultures (ILC) program at UWG. The grant will fund study abroad opportunities to Vienna, Austria, over the next three summers – provided travel conditions are safe and allowed to proceed.
Nov 24