Welcome to our Community Engagement Newsletter! At »Æ¹Ï¶ÌÊÓƵ, we're dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. Here, you'll find upcoming volunteer opportunities, partnerships, and campus happenings that connects our university with the Augusta community. Our goal is to strengthen the bridge between the university and the communities we serve. If you know of additional opportunities or resources that would be a good fit for future issues, email us at community@augusta.edu.
Highlight: This edition introduces our new graduate assistant, Sara Catherine Rogers. It also highlights the Weeks of Welcome events that kicked off the fall semester and showcases several new projects, including the Living Learning Community, the Academic Community Engagement (ACE) four-part workshop series, and the Access, Success, and Belonging (ASB) Class Collaboration. Additionally, we recap the September Jags Jump In event and the ENGAGE AU Community Lecture Series on Artificial Intelligence.
For over a decade, »Æ¹Ï¶ÌÊÓƵ’s College of Science and Mathematics has partnered with Augusta Utilities to provide students with hands-on experience solving real challenges faced by the city’s water utility. Students apply their knowledge to develop innovative solutions, while Augusta Utilities benefits from fresh ideas and practical tools. From stormwater management to Smart City projects, this collaboration helps students build valuable skills and supports the community’s needs. Together, they are shaping a future where science and technology serve the public good.