Helen Lewis (1924-2022) was a towering figure in the fields of sociology and history who advanced an understanding of women’s roles in working-class communities and developed an interpretation of Appalachia as an internal colony of the United States. Her focus on the role Appalachia and its coal-mining communities played in the development of modern America and 20th Century labor relations distinguished her work, but it was the way she challenged fellow academics to reconsider the...
Georgia College & State University continues acquiring accolades as a top-ranked institution in the region and country. The 2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list designated Georgia College’s School of Nursing as the top, public undergraduate nursing program in Georgia. “Media organizations like U.S. News & World Report consistently reaffirm what Georgia College students, parents and alumni already know: our institution offers an exceptional and contemporary public liberal...
In remembrance of those whose lives were taken and in solidarity with the families and communities who still experience that loss, we continue to pray for healing. We honor the sacrifices of the first responders and service members who have committed to serve on 9/11 and the many years since. So that we always remember those we lost and those who served, we recognize this day and reflect on the values that bind our nation together. On Sunday, September 11 and Monday, September 12,...
Georgia College is well ahead of the national average for institutions that graduate students in four years. A recent 3 point increase places Georgia College third in the state’s university system, as well—a sign of innovative programming and commitment to student success. “This is an important indicator of the effectiveness of the education, support provided on campus and experiences that students receive during their time at GC,” said Dr. Steve Dorman, university president. “It shows...
On Sept. 18, Georgia College’s Office of University Communications launched a video competition challenging students to show ways they can support each other by following GC’s collective values of Reason, Respect and Responsibility. The competition had over 25 student submissions that showcased the energy, creativity and positivity of the Bobcat community. The contest also came with grand cash prizes of $500 for first place, $300 for second and $200 for third. “I am so proud of our...
Nicole Snyder has two passions—dance and chemistry. The Marietta-based incoming freshman started dancing at age four, and, through the years, she perfected her talent, performing as the Sugarplum Fairy in the Nutcracker and in competitive dance throughout Georgia. Snyder plans to major in chemistry and minor in dance at Georgia College. “From my very first dance class, I knew I was right where I belonged,” she said. “When I’m on stage, it’s as if the world completely melts away, and...
At the age of five, Zachary Wolff, ’20, developed a passion for automobiles. He recalls sitting in the backseat of his mother’s car, where he would peer out the window and name the makes and models of the cars driving by. As he grew older, he perused automotive manufacturers’ websites to read about specific models and what made them special. Now, he will use that knowledge and what he gained at Georgia College in a prestigious Fellowship at Clemson University. At Georgia College, Wolff...
Ileana Dejesus has a heart for helping others. An experience early in life that lead her to follow her passion in education by pursing a major in special education. In elementary school, Dejesus had a best friend who was impacted by a learning disability. The two did everything together, and were often compared to each other, but her friend sometimes struggled in school. “People would always say that ‘school wasn’t for her’ and things like that,” said Dejesus. “In the tenth grade,...
As USG institutions plan for the return of face-to-face instruction this fall, there is no higher priority than the health and safety of students, faculty and staff. We ask everyone to do their part to keep our campus communities and visitors safe.
Senior political science major and SGA President Amelia Lord has a strong sense of leadership and community. She always has. From her time at Georgia College to her new role as a Venture for America (VFA) fellow, she will leave her mark in the heart of Milledgeville. Lord was one of 40 applicants selected for the fellowship out of nearly 4,000 nationwide. The adventure begins in July with a five-week training camp in Detroit, Michigan. Once Lord completes the training, she will move...
