University System News: The Augusta Chronicle Georgia Attorney General approves Augusta University Health and Wellstar merger Abraham Kenmore The merger between Wellstar and Augusta University Health has been approved by the Office of the Attorney General of Georgia. “The report concluded the pending transaction is consistent with the purposes set out in the law, including […]

University System News: WGAU Radio New UNG president sets dates, locations for listening tour By Tim Bryant Michael Shannon, new president of the University of North Georgia, says his month-long listening tour will kick off next Tuesday at the UNG campus in Dahlonega., and will extend through August 30, wrapping up on the North Georgia […]

University System News: Atlanta Business Chronicle Executive education offerings in Georgia reflect global trends By Jessica Saunders  –  Senior Editor for Special Projects The fastest-growing graduate degree programs within the University System of Georgia (USG) reflect global trends related to technology, workforce development and the overall economy. This is according to Ashwani Monga, executive vice […]

University System News:   The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Hugh Alton Carter, Jr. Hugh A. Carter, Jr. passed away peacefully on July 23, 2023 in Tampa, FL surrounded by his loving family. …He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Glenna Garrett Carter; …Hugh was a member of The Carter Center Board of Councilors, a former […]

University System News: Marietta Daily Journal University System of Georgia CFO Tracey Cook receives leadership award From staff reports University System of Georgia Chief Fiscal Officer Tracey Cook has been named the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) David L. Wright Memorial Award winner in recognition of her leadership and support of USG institutions […]

University System News: Savannah CEO University System of Georgia CFO Tracey Cook Receives National SHEEO Leadership Award Georgia (USG) Chief Fiscal Officer Tracey Cook has been named the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) David L. Wright Memorial Award winner, in recognition of her leadership and support of USG institutions and students. The award […]

University System News: Capitol Beat News Service What to do with another state budget surplus behind looming debate by Dave Williams Georgia taxpayers could be in for a third round of income tax rebates next year now that the state is reporting another hefty budget surplus. But a progressive-leaning think tank that keeps a close […]

University System News: Athens CEO UGA Three-year Fundraising Average Hits Record $235.1 Million Donors have long been a powerful source of progress at the University of Georgia, and the past year was no exception. Private donations to UGA in fiscal year 2023 reached $242.8 million, the second-highest fundraising total in the university’s history. “I want […]

University System News: Atlanta Business Chronicle U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona praises Georgia’s career education system By Rebecca Grapevine  –  Staff Reporter U. S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said Monday afternoon he is impressed with Georgia’s approach to career education. “When you invest in education, it’s economic development — whether it’s K-12 or […]