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Thursday, Aug 18, 2022

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Join us for history in the making: GCSU to inaugurate President Cathy Cox


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Please join us at Hillel's first Shabbat back on campus! We're so excited to see new and old faces as we gather for a warm Shabbat meal and meaningful Jewish connection.

Shabbat Dinner will be at 6:30pm, Friday, August 19 with blessings over the bread, wine, and candles shortly beforehand. Dinner is at the Hillel House, 321 N Clark St. 


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Rescheduled: Block Party/Bobcat Marketplace

Are you excited to meet the incoming class and share information about your organization or your department? You have an opportunity to do so at the rescheduled Block Party and Bobcat Marketplace!  The event will be held from 7-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 24. Marketplace Check-in will start at 6 p.m. Please plan for representatives of your organization to stay until the end. Each organization will be limited to only 2 representatives. The Marketplace will be held along Greene Street in front of the residence halls.

Please be aware that NO electricity will be provided.  Organizations are encouraged to only bring electronics that have the capability of being powered off batteries. We DO NOT provide tablecloths; you are encouraged to bring your own table coverings and decor to highlight your organization....


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Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference at Valdosta State in November!

The Georgia Undergraduate Research Conference is coming to Valdosta State University November 11th and 12th!  

Georgia College plays an important role as a member institution in this statewide consortium supporting excellent undergraduate research and creative endeavors.  Students from all departments are invited to submit oral, poster, performance, visual, or full panel presentations for consideration.

MURACE is able to support a delegation from GCSU this fall for students whose abstracts are accepted.  

This is an excellent opportunity for students completing capstones in Fall 2022 to present their hard work at a statewide conference!

The abstract submission portal is now taking submissions through September 19th.

For more information and to submit an abstract, go to valdosta.edu/urc/gurc/

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Recfest this Saturday!

Join us for Recfest on 8/20 from 10am-2pm @ GC Wellness and Recreation Center. 


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REMINDER: Georgia College & State University invites you to the Inauguration of President Cathy Cox – August 19th

Please join us for the Inauguration of President Cathy Cox, 12th President of Georgia College & State University, on Friday, August 19th at 3:00 p.m. in the Centennial Center. There will be a dessert reception following the ceremony.

Shuttles will run from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. from the Clarke St., Montgomery St. and Wilkinson St. stops directly to Centennial Center, and then again after the ceremony.

At 5:30 p.m., Georgia College will host a Campus and Community BBQ on Front Campus. There will be live music from High Speed Dream and Highway 49. 

All are welcome to send a congratulatory message to President Cox before the ceremony. Please see the Inauguration website for more details.


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REMINDER: Volunteers Needed!

Communities In Schools is seeking volunteer tutors! If you are looking for experience in a public school setting, experience with a non-profit organization, or just a place to give back to the community, CIS is the place to be. We also offer student internships and student practicum positions as well as opportunities to fulfill class or student organization requirements.

Volunteers will be partnered with our staff in a local school to tutor students grades K-12 in the Baldwin County School District. CIS provides numerous support services and resources for the underserved students in our community. Our mission is to surround students with a community of support empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life, and you have the chance to play a key role in making this happen! 

Contact Volunteer Coordinator Andrew Kirkland ...


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Upcoming Events



Andalusia Institute
Flannery O'Connor Book Discussion
Thursday, August 18, 2022 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Thursday, August 18, 2022 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM


Athletics
GCSU Soccer exhibition vs. Emmanuel
Saturday, August 20, 2022 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM


Career Center
2022 Part-time Job Fair on 8/24
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM


Center for Early Language & Literacy
The Deal Center for Early Language and Literacy Virtual Learning Series: Language as a Missing Link and Missed Opportunity Toolkit - A Three-Part Series
Thursday, August 18, 2022 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM


Government & Sociology, Department of
Proclamation Signing for Women's Equality Day
Tuesday, August 23, 2022 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM


Music, Department of
Music Department Open House 
Thursday, August 18, 2022 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM


Student Organizations & Clubs
Please join us at Hillel's first Shabbat back on campus! We're so excited to see new and old faces as we gather for a warm Shabbat meal and meaningful Jewish connection.
Friday, August 19, 2022 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Rescheduled: Block Party/Bobcat Marketplace
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


University Events & Protocol, Office of
Inauguration of President Cathy Cox - August 19th 
Friday, August 19, 2022 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Save the Date: Inauguration of President Cathy Cox
Friday, August 19, 2022 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM


Wellness & Recreation
Recfest this Saturday!
Saturday, August 20, 2022 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM