Georgia College Physics Professor Dr. Hasitha Mahabaduge has been named a 2020 Fellow of the International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSoTL). He was one of nine educators—and the only U.S. applicant—to receive the prestigious lifetime award. “This is a very competitive international fellowship and a great honor. I think it speaks highly of both Dr. Mahabaduge’s hard work and Georgia College’s commitment to excellence in teaching and learning,” said Dr. Jordan...
From: Grayson, Georgia Major: Chemistry, biochemistry concentration Extracurricular activities: Secretary, Gamma Beta Phi What do you aspire to do once you graduate? I plan to work in a chemistry lab for a couple months before reapplying to do another Disney College program or a professional internship through Disney in a chemistry lab. This is my backup plan, because I was originally accepted to a second Disney College program that was cancelled due to COVID-19. Why did you choose...
Two UV-C lamps—that disinfect against bacteria and viruses—have been donated by Georgia College to Navicent Health Baldwin Hospital, along with 100 medical gowns. The lamps can be used to prolong the life of disposable isolation gowns, making them reusable at a time most hospitals are facing shortages from COVID-19. “We all have a part to do. If everyone’s not doing their part to row the boat, then the boat may never make it to its destination,” said Dr. Sheri Noviello, dean of Health...
Dr. Hasitha Mahabaduge, assistant professor of physics, was recently named the 2020 recipient of the University System of Georgia (USG) Board of Regents Felton Jenkins Jr. Hall of Fame Faculty Award—bestowed for “a strong commitment to teaching and student success.” Mahabaduge is the third Georgia College professor in three years to earn this prestigious recognition. Associate Professor of Economics Dr. Christopher Clark received the award in 2019 and Associate Professor of Teacher...
