By Gil Pound With the 2026 election cycle driving towards its peak, Atlanta Journal-Constitution chief political reporter Greg Bluestein this week gave Georgia College & State University students ways to be active and informed leaders on the Georgia political landscape. Speaking at Georgia College’s Usery Forum on Leadership Tuesday, Sept. 15, the veteran journalist reminded attendees they are uniquely positioned in “the swingiest county in Georgia” as the state prepares to select...
In partnership with TED, the Institute for Leadership and the Public Good is bringing TEDx to Georgia College and to Milledgeville. TEDxGeorgiaCollege will be hosted Tuesday, Nov. 10, in Russell Auditorium. TEDxGeorgiaCollege will feature six distinguished speakers and performers who will deliver talks on the latest ideas and research, all in the spirit of TED’s commitment to “Ideas Worth Spreading.” Each talk will be broadcast internationally and shared through TED’s global network,...
The Georgia Education Mentorship Program (GEM) admitted 27 students into the class of 2026-27:Rachel Black, Bachelor of Science Candidate — BiologyAbi Bragg, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Candidate — NursingMacy Bramlett, Bachelor of Science Candidate — BiologyTyson Butler, Bachelor of Science Candidate — PsychologyVictor Cisneros, Bachelor of Business Administration Candidate — MarketingReed Frazer, Bachelor of Science Candidate — FinanceCarson Fricke, Bachelor of Business Administration...
Each year, Georgia College & State University celebrates Constitution Week, an opportunity for our campus and community to reflect on the enduring significance of the U.S. Constitution, explore its impact on American democracy and engage in thoughtful conversations about its meaning today.Constitution Week 2026 will take place Sept. 17 - 23. In celebration, GCSU invites students, staff and faculty to participate in the following series of events.Usery Forum on Leadership featuring...
By Margaret Schell Gilman Scholar Mary Piper, a junior political science major from Albany, Georgia, spent her summer studying in the United Kingdom. Piper, an SGA senator and Honor’s College student, was one of over 3,500 undergraduates nationwide who were awarded the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship for their 2026 study or internship abroad. In the U.K., Piper took two classes. One was Contemporary International Controversies, where she learned...
By Gil Pound As the world’s largest home improvement retailer, The Home Depot boasts a highly competitive summer internship program with tens of thousands of college students vying for valuable career-readying experiences each year. Out of over 24,000 applicants, less than 1% landed a role with the company this summer. Georgia College & State University senior management major Mia Morrow was one of the select few. Over 11 weeks she honed her skills and gained new ones as part of the...
With a license from TED, the Leadership Programs at Georgia College & State University are bringing TEDx to Georgia College and Milledgeville. TEDxGeorgiaCollege will be hosted Tuesday, Nov. 10, on the campus of Georgia College in downtown Milledgeville. TEDxGeorgiaCollege will feature six to eight speakers and performers who will deliver talks on the latest ideas and research, all in the spirit of TED’s commitment to “Ideas Worth Spreading.” Each talk will be broadcast internationally...
By Amanda Respess Georgia College & State University once again sent top leadership talent to the University System of Georgia’s prestigious Executive Leadership Institute. Dr. Harold Mock (’06), director of Georgia College Leadership Programs and interim assistant vice president for international education, and Dr. Joanne Previts, professor of middle grades education and interim dean of the College of Education, were selected as ELI scholars for 2025-2026. The ELI program strengthens...
By Ian Wesselhoff Leadership for the public good is a core part of Georgia College & State University’s mission, and first-year students can dive in right away with the Leadership Academy — a unique eight-month program offering access to personalized development plans, exclusive workshops, networking opportunities with nationally recognized leaders, and myriad interactive opportunities to practice leadership. The Leadership Academy focuses on teaching students to lead in four main...
Georgia College & State University invites applications for the position of Coordinator, Leadership Academy. We are conducting an open search and encourage qualified candidates to apply. The Georgia College Leadership Academy is an eight-month program for first-year students. This position plays a vital role in supporting GCSU's commitment to leadership for the public good. To view the full position description and apply, visit the GCSU Jobs page. Job ID: 295632. Application deadline:...
