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UWG Announces 2021 Spring Sports Schedule for Soccer and Volleyball
The Gulf South Conference Board of Directors has approved a 2021 Spring Championship Series for the sports of soccer and volleyball. Soccer teams will open their seasons the week of Feb. 11, while volleyball teams will begin play on March 3.
Jan 15 -
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 -
Enhancing Student Success: UWG Hires New Director of Career Services
The University of West Georgia recently named Ginny Rae Turner, who’s served in the University System of Georgia for nearly a decade, as its new director of Career Services.
Jan 12 -
Bettering the World: UWG Recognizes Outstanding Alumni in Annual Thriving Under 30 Event
UWG's Alumni Association will host a virtual Thriving Under 30 ceremony later this month to recognize young alumni who have made a significant impact in their career industry while exhibiting dedication to UWG and representing the university well.
Jan 7 -
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.
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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'
During the week of Dec. 14-18, the University of West Georgia took over "The Academic Minute," a collaborative program from WAMC public radio in Albany, New York, and the Association of American Colleges and Universities.
Dec 22 -
Hindsight is 2020: UWG Looks Back on Unique Year
Happy holidays from the University of West Georgia! A year like no other, 2020 will soon be in the rearview. Before we move forward into the great unknown that is 2021, let’s take time to reflect on the highlights of this year and how UWG leaned in to the challenges presented by this year to emerge stronger in the future.
Dec 21 -
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.
Dec 18 -
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 -
Recognition of Service: UWG Staff and Alumna Appointed to Georgia Board of Community Affairs
Improving the lives of others has always been a passion for Donna Armstrong Lackey ’85. Through that passion, she has achieved an outstanding career over the past 30 years.
Dec 10 -
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.
Dec 9