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My first semester: Grace Soto living her dream at ʳɫÊÓƵ State

January 06, 2023

The first semester of college is a time of transition and growth as students spread their wings and begin to navigate their academic careers, discover new interests and make lasting memories. In recognition of that significant step, we are highlighting students who have just completed their first semesters at ʳɫÊÓƵ. Grace Soto, from Snellville, Ga., is already making a difference on campus as she pursues a degree in psychology.

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ʳɫÊÓƵ State researchers work to solve problems around the globe

December 21, 2022

Researchers across ʳɫÊÓƵ State colleges look to solve problems, whether they exist on a local, national, or global scale.

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Fall 2022 Commencement

December 14, 2022

ʳɫÊÓƵ’s Convocation Center echoed with sounds of jubilation this week as students participated in the time-honored tradition of the Commencement ceremonies. This week, nearly 3,000 students will walk across the stage in one of six ceremonies in which undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students will be awarded degrees from the University. Enjoy this look back at the sights and sounds of the week’s festivities. Congratulations to the Class of 2022!

ʳɫÊÓƵ State student pursues careers in nursing, track

December 08, 2022

Between workouts and 12-hour clinical shifts, ʳɫÊÓƵ State senior Sarah Hendrick has lived college life to the fullest. As a nursing major and undergraduate researcher in the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, she participated in the Symposium of Student Scholars presenting a study on opioid addiction. As an athlete on ʳɫÊÓƵ’s track and field team, she has earned all-America honors four times in the 800-meter run. To top it off, Hendrick has done all of this while earning President’s List six times and the Dean’s List twice.

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ʳɫÊÓƵ State director receives Fulbright Specialist opportunity

November 14, 2022

ʳɫÊÓƵ’s Neil Duchac, who serves as the director of the Academy for Inclusive Learning and Social Growth, will take his expertise in disability services to the other side of the world.

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ʳɫÊÓƵ State graduate enrollment helps drive Fall 2022 growth

November 09, 2022

This fall, ʳɫÊÓƵ experienced another record enrollment, topping more than 43,000 students. This is the fourth consecutive year that enrollment has grown at Georgia’s third-largest university.

ʳɫÊÓƵ State nursing professor's grant funds study of Alzheimer's care in Filipino communities

September 23, 2022

A personal mission inspires Mary Dioise Ramos every day, and now she’ll have a chance to bring positive change to people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia.

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Susan Dyess named chair of Wellstar School of Nursing at ʳɫÊÓƵ State

September 07, 2022

ʳɫÊÓƵ professor of nursing Susan Dyess has been named to the Thomas M. and Elizabeth D. Holder Endowed Chair in the Wellstar School of Nursing.

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Making Their Mark: Newest ʳɫÊÓƵ alumni are ready for the world

May 18, 2022

On May 11-12 ʳɫÊÓƵ will celebrate commencement for its Class of 2022. For some members it means entering the workforce, while for others it’s one step completed on the way to a master’s or doctoral degree. For all, receiving a degree represents completing a challenge. Read to learn about a few of the new graduates who make Owl Nation proud.

Professor balances research with championing others

May 17, 2022

After earning his doctorate in biomedical engineering, ʳɫÊÓƵ professor Mark Geil sought a career where he could help people and provide leadership within his field. He found that in prosthetics and academia – the right combination of research in a critical field and the opportunity to lead.

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