Story and Photos developed by University Communications In New York City, the wildlife is sparse and specific: pigeons, raccoons, squirrels, etc. Can you imagine how surprised Elijah Lopez was when he traded his home in the Big Apple for a working farm in Milledgeville, Georgia? “It’s so small, there’s not a lot of cars honking, there’s no pigeons flying around everywhere. It was a complete culture shock,” Lopez, a senior history major, said. “I’m always ready for change, but it...
Deanna Sorrells didn’t realize she liked history until she walked into Dr. Stephen Auerbach’s World Civilization classroom as a first-year student at Georgia College. The Savannah-born and -raised history major now can’t get enough of it. “Dr. Auerbach's the reason I wanted to major in history. The way he taught it was more like he was telling a story,” she said. “It was more narrative than just providing dates and names. And I have not looked back.” Sorrells has taken four courses...
Jhalen Reymoreno Billingslea From: Decatur, Georgia Major: Geography Minor: Urban Studies. I chose geography because I always had an interest in maps. I chose urban studies because my degree will earn me opportunities in planning and development. Urban studies enhances my attractiveness to employers. Why Georgia College: I originally chose to attend Georgia College because my best friend from high school decided to go here. I stayed because of the academic quality. Activities: Geography...
Food connects all human beings. Every region has its tribal traditions, every culture a certain food heritage, every family its own roots and recipes. But, mostly, food is just plain fun to eat. A group of Georgia College history students recently expanded their knowledge of food the fork-to-mouth way on a Foodways study away trip to Savannah during Spring Break. They chronicled the diversity of food rituals in this Southern port city while eating at Lowcountry, Greek, Indian, Italian,...
If rising tensions in Eastern Europe don’t abate—Dr. William Risch’s students will learn history as it unfolds. The Ukraine has endured more than its share of war, dominance and struggle for identity. Lately, it’s been in the news with a build-up of more than 100,000 Russian troops at its border. A spar of words between superpowers is fueling fears of confrontation and a third world war. “I wish things had taken a different path, because war exhausts people. They become embittered,”...
Got a hankering for black-eyed peas, deviled eggs with sweet pickle relish or maybe a hot tamale? How about a fried green tomato to go with that grade you’re earning? Georgia College’s Global Foodways Studies certificate program blends history, culture and tradition with cooking encounters and fieldtrips sprinkled in. Add internships, study away and study abroad to the mix––and the mouthwatering result is a bona fide, multi-disciplinary program that combines facts with fun and fills...
It may sound like an intergalactic maneuver in space, but geospatial science is about collecting, incorporating and managing geographic data. It’s used for a variety of purposes like mapping roads, improving transportation safety or evaluating population growth. Geospatial scientists explore connections between the community and the environment, helping to predict patterns and trends. With such a widespread span of uses, then, it’s helpful for students to get experience in the field...
Many people think history’s boring, something found in dusty old books. But Juniper Guthrie can tell you that’s not true. History is alive and a part of everyday life. After four years of study and being on the cusp of earning dual degrees in history and liberal studies with minors in women and gender studies, French and museum studies—the only thing Guthrie knows for sure is there is so much more to learn. “Academically, I’ve learned things are not as simple as I thought they were,”...
Dr. Stephanie Opperman is working on a cookbook that envelops her love of history and its connection with food—while easing the pangs of isolation during COVID-19. Called “Comfort Food,” the book is filled with 140 foods and beverages from Opperman’s family and friends. Recipes come from the halls of campus and streets of Milledgeville, as well as multiple states and one international site. The only criteria given was submitters had to have cooked the food before and liked it. “I...
Name: Josh Miller '14 Age: 28 Major at GC: History Why did you choose Georgia College? I think the location and size of the school are what first led me to Georgia College. I really wanted to go somewhere where I could feel a little more on my own and find my direction. The size was great. There is a sense of community and personalized attention while also being large enough to have plenty of options and things to do. Did you have a favorite professor or class? The history Department...
