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Clearing the Way: UWG Recognized for Efforts in Social Mobility
When economically disadvantaged prospective students are in need of financial assistance in order to attend the university, UWG comes together to make sure those needs are met. Because of these efforts, U.S. News & World Report has recognized its success in social mobility.
Oct 15 -
Becoming UWG: Stakeholders Share Perspectives on the Pillar of Relevance
The University of West Georgia has embarked on a stakeholder-based strategic visioning process for the future of the institution. This process will use as guideposts three pillars as identified by Dr. Brendan B. Kelly, UWG’s president: relevance, competitiveness, and placemaking.
Oct 9 -
Leading by Example: UWG Nursing Alum Receives 2021 Young Professional Voices Award
Will Carson ’20 recently gained national recognition when he received the 2021 Young Professional Voices award from the American Organization for Nursing Leadership.
Oct 7 -
Embrace the Change: UWG Financial Center Director Receives Numerous Honors
Kim Holder, director of the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy at UWG, has a habit of making strides in everything she does.
Oct 1 -
‘UWG Changed My Life’: Alumna Wins Lifetime Achievement Award for Work in Museums
What can you do with a degree in history from UWG? Alumna Arden Williams ’98 ’02 can answer that question with years of accomplishments.
Sep 24 -
There’s No Debating It: UWG Debate Team Director Co-Authors Book on Political Candidates and Campaigns
There’s very little point in trying to argue with Dr. Michael Hester; you probably won’t win. As director of the University of West Georgia debate team, Hester is a master of his craft.
Sep 18 -
Jumping Into the Unknown: Nurse Alum Travels to the COVID-19 Frontlines in New York City
Emilee Barron enjoys jumping into new situations to challenge herself – a trait she said is necessary for healthcare as interventions of care evolve almost daily.
Sep 15 -
Revival: Museum Studies Alum Helps Breathe New Life into ’70s Record Label
UWG alum Jared Wright ’14 has been instrumental in preserving the history of the Macon-based Capricorn Records, which some music historians have credited as the birthplace of Southern rock.
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‘A Real Impact’: UWG awarded $65,000 in Textbook Transformation grants
The grants, from Affordable Learning Georgia (ALG), will help students cover their cost of course materials.
Sep 3 -
UWG Graphic Design Alumnae Excel at Home Depot Corporate
Before their careers began, Kristen Cone Moore and Carlee Marlow Powers attended UWG together and developed a friendship that has continued since their graduation in 2016.
Sep 1 -
Haven Begins as UWG's Vice President of Business and Financial Services
Haven, a veteran of financial management with 17 years of experience in higher education and several years in private industry, joins UWG from his latest role as vice chancellor for finance and administration at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
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Learning Through Experience: UWG Student Receives Scholarship to Support a Unique Opportunity
The University of West Georgia’s College of Education (COE) aims to equip students with the necessary skills needed to enter the education field post-graduation. One crucial way these skills are achieved is through field experience.
Aug 27 -
UWG Waiving ACT/SAT Score Requirements for 2021
Following guidance from the University System of Georgia, the University of West Georgia will waive test score requirements for spring, summer and fall 2021 admission.
Aug 26 -
Making Waves: UWG Alumna Performs with Cirque Du Soleil Aboard Cruise Ship
University of West Georgia alumna Brittney Castona is not only going places; she’s already been to some most people could only dream of.
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Growth Mindset: UWG Professor Receives Extension on Laura Bush Grant
While serving as a school library media specialist for more than a decade before moving to higher education, Dr. Melissa Johnston made an observation that would affect her future as well as others in the field.
Aug 20