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‘Gold Standard’: UWG to Offer National Board-Certified Master’s Degree to Meet Growing Demand in Health and Wellness
As part of its commitment to provide competitive, career-focused academic programs, the University of West Georgia plans to introduce a new master’s degree in integrative health and wellness in 2023.
May 24 -
UWG, Dalton State College Sign Partnership Agreement
Leaders from the University of West Georgia and Dalton State College recently signed an agreement to provide a streamlined pathway for business students between the two institutions.
May 19 -
UWG Hosts Inaugural Economic Outlook Event Focused on Newnan, Coweta
The University of West Georgia hosted the inaugural Economic Outlook: Newnan Monday, with business, government and community leaders from Coweta County gathering to discuss the local economy and what to expect in the coming year.
May 18 -
Doctor’s Orders: Martin Family Names UWG Scholarship After Patriarch
If you were born in Carrollton between 1981 and 2017, there’s a good chance Dr. Rick Martin ’73 helped deliver you into this world. Today, the OB/GYN’s family is honoring their patriarch with a scholarship bearing his name at UWG, his alma mater, ensuring his legacy delivers powerful outcomes for generations to come.
May 12 -
Going Places: New Scholarships to Help UWG Business Students Study Abroad
UWG offers a variety of study abroad and study away opportunities for students to earn course credit while traveling the world and creating international connections to help launch their careers. Now, thanks to two alumni, students are closer to making these extraordinary experiences a reality.
May 5 -
Like a Boss: UWG Alumna Christa Pitts Creates Entrepreneurial Endowment
Co-CEO of The Lumistella Company and UWG alumna Christa Aebersold Pitts ’97 knows there is no such thing as an overnight success. Although Pitts co-created what is arguably the most popular holiday tradition in modern times – “The Elf on the Shelf” – she has never forgotten the hard work that went into building the Atlanta-based business.
May 3 -
School Ties: UWG College of Education Launches Early Learning Center Classroom with Head Start
The University of West Georgia College of Education’s Early Learning Center recently announced a partnership with Community Action for Improvement LLC Head Start, a move that could impact more than 300 area families.
Apr 28 -
UWG’s Richards College of Business Achieves SAP Designation for Next-Gen Lab
A lab in Roy Richards Sr. Hall at the University of West Georgia has been approved to be an SAP Next-Gen Lab. This honor distinguishes UWG as a technology and innovation hub. UWG’s lab is the first approved SAP Next-Gen Lab in Georgia.
Apr 19 -
The Partnership Pledges $50,000 to UWG, Helping Transform Student-led Initiative
The Partnership announced a collaborative effort with the University of West Georgia (UWG) and its School of Communication, Film, and Media (SCFM). The Partnership has pledged $50,000 in support toward the transformation of bluestone, a student-led public relations firm and talent and resource development initiative at UWG.
Apr 14 -
All That Jazz: UWG’s Sunbelt Festival Brings Free Entertainment to Community
If you’re a jazz lover looking for a relaxing way to enjoy a Spring afternoon, this news will be music to your ears. The University of West Georgia’s Sunbelt Festival returns Saturday, April 16, on campus at Love Valley.
Apr 7 -
UWG Recognized by Exercise is Medicine for Efforts to Create Culture of Wellness on Campus
The University of West Georgia's Exercise is Medicine program has earned gold level status for the seventh year in a row.
Apr 6 -
Dr. Mike Dishman Named Dean of UWG's College of Education
Mike L. Dishman, J.D., Ed.D., has been named the University of West Georgia’s dean of the College of Education and professor of education policy and governance, effective June 1.
Apr 5