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Gezzer Ortega ’03 to Deliver Remarks at A&S | Maxwell Undergraduate Convocation

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By Dan Bernardi

Dr. Gezzer Ortega ’03 will offer the keynote address for this year’s College of Arts and Sciences’ | Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs’ virtual undergraduate convocation. Ortega is lead faculty for research and innovation for equitable surgical care…

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Fulbright Program Information Sessions to Be Held May 12 and 13

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By Ellen de Graffenreid

The Office of Research is sponsoring two Fulbright Program information sessions for faculty, staff and Ph.D. students close to graduation on Wednesday, May 12. A separate information session  for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, coordinated by the Center for Fellowship…

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Please Review Closely: Important Planning Information for Commencement 2021

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By News Staff

Dear Graduates and Families: In just a few short weeks, we will honor our graduates and celebrate their academic achievements at a Commencement ceremony like no other. We know that many of you will be traveling for the first time…

Campus & Community

Falk College Announces Evan Weissman Scholarship Fund

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By News Staff

Professor Evan L. Weissman was a tireless advocate for equity in the food system. A highly approachable, committed teacher who engaged students in community-based work to advance social change, his efforts provided the foundation for many communities regionally, nationally and…

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Leen Katrib Named Harry der Boghosian Fellow

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By Julie Sharkey

The School of Architecture has announced that architectural designer Leen Katrib is the Harry der Boghosian Fellow for 2021–22. Katrib will succeed current fellow Assistant Professor Liang Wang. The Boghosian Fellowship at the School of Architecture—established in early 2015 in…

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LaVonda N. Reed Named Dean of College of Law at Georgia State University

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By Ellen de Graffenreid

LaVonda N. Reed, associate provost for faculty affairs and professor of law, has been named the seventh dean in the college’s history and the first African American to lead the College of Law at Georgia State University, effective July 1….

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44 Stars of Excellence Celebrate Students, Student Organizations

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By Shannon Andre

Each year, the Office of Student Activities celebrates and honors student leaders, staff and faculty advisors, fraternity and sorority chapters, and recognized student organizations (RSOs) during the 44 Stars of Excellence Awards. The awards highlight the outstanding dedication and commitment…

Media Tip Sheets

Immigration Law Professors Rely on TRAC’s Data to Call on Biden Administration to Reduce Immigration Court Backlog

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By News Staff

A group of law professors are calling on Attorney General Merrick Garland to reduce the immigration court backlog which, according to the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC) at Syracuse University, currently stands at over 1.3 million cases. The letter [PDF] explains…

Veterans

Student Veteran Organization Announces 2021 Student Veteran Awards and New Leadership

Wednesday, May 5, 2021, By Brandon Dyer

In a recent awards ceremony at the National Veterans Resource Center, the Student Veterans Organization (SVO) and the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs awarded several annual recognitions, including the Best for Vets Award, the Community Support Award, the Danny…

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One University Virtual Assessment Celebration to Be Held Friday

Tuesday, May 4, 2021, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment (IEA) will host a One University Virtual Assessment Celebration on Friday, May 7, from 2 to 3 p.m. on Zoom. Register to attend. The event will recognize and celebrate the efforts of faculty…