The collaborative online discussion took place on Thursday, June 18, 2020.
Education
MGA History Professor: Why Juneteenth Matters
In this message to the Middle Georgia State University community, Dr. Andrew Manis weighs in on why the American holiday Juneteenth takes on even greater significance in 2020.
MGA Launches Teacher Certification Pathway for Paraprofessionals
Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is introducing a way for currently working school paraprofessionals to earn their bachelor’s degrees and become certified teachers.
B.S. Public Service/Human Services Internship Completion Ceremony and Luncheon
The Department of Teacher Education and Social Work, for the Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Service/Human Services program will be sponsoring a B.S. Public Service/Human Services Internship Completion Ceremony and Luncheon.
Finding Greatness: Jeffrey Tarver
Jeffrey Tarver of MGA’s School of Education & Behavioral Sciences is the founder of a non-profit organization that teaches life skills to participants through sports and activities.
Finding Greatness: KeShawn Hurst
As he prepares to graduate, #MGA education major KeShawn Hurst is aiming high with a long-term goal of becoming a county school superintendent. Read his profile here.
MGA Student a CTAE Success Story
For senior Mikella Hansley being involved in the community and maintaining both her honors status and scholarships has not been easy. However, Hansley’s hard work has been, in her own words “totally worth it!”
Finding Greatness: Taylor Cravey
Taylor Cravey, who graduates in May, is the President’s Scholar for the Class of 2019. Each year, a graduating senior is chosen by MGA’s Honors, Awards and Graduation Committee, with the approval of the University president, to be the President’s Scholar based on her or his outstanding academic record, involvement in campus and/or community service activities, and demonstration of characteristics indicating the promise of a successful future.
Finding Greatness: Moreh Jackson
Psychology major Moreh Jackson traveled abroad three times as an MGA student, either for study or service learning. Now she is on her way to Scotland to pursue a Ph.D.
Dr. Elaina Behounek Speaks on the Safety of Women
Dr. Elaina Behounek, assistant professor of sociology and criminal justice, just returned from New York City where she spoke at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women Parallel Event. Behounek provided a global overview of the status of women and girls in regard to safety in educational settings as part of a panel for the United Nations 63rd Commission on the Status of Women and Girls.