Georgia Southern University Performing Arts Center Presents A Broadway Classic
Georgia Southern University’s Performing Arts Center will host a performance of the Broadway classic A Chorus Lineat 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2011.
“A Chorus Line is one of the great Broadway shows of all time,” said Performing Arts Center Director Albert Pertalion. “The music, dance and drama have drawn audiences to this show for decades. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring this Broadway classic to our community.”
A Chorus Line follows young stage hopefuls as they experience the emotional highs and lows of auditioning. A Chorus Line is one of the longest running Broadway productions in history and won numerous Tony awards. The score was written by Marvin Hamlisch and its numbers include audience favorites “One” and “What I Did for Love.”
“Audiences have been enthralled by A Chorus Line for more than thirty years and we think this is a spectacular way to close out our current season at the Performing Arts Center,” said Pertalion. “We hope people will join us for this performance because we know it is one they will be talking about for weeks.”
Tickets are $55 and may be purchased at the Performing Arts Center box office by calling 912-478-7999 or by visiting http://ceps.georgiasouthern.edu/pac/.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
Georgia Southern University Marks 150th Anniversary of Civil War with Day of Living History Events, Artifact Displays and Roundtable Discussions
Georgia Southern University will commemorate the 150thanniversary of the start of the Civil War during a day filled with living history, displays of priceless artifacts and roundtable discussions on Saturday, April 16.
“The Civil War began on April 12, 1861, in Charleston, S.C., and people around the United States will commemorate this time by learning more about the war and its impact on our country,” said Brent Tharp, director of the Georgia Southern Museum. “We are combining living history displays with exhibits of priceless Civil War artifacts unearthed by Georgia Southern University archaeology students. Roundtable discussions with archaeologists, researchers, and historians will provide people with insight into one of the most pivotal points in U.S. history.”
Visitors will be transported back in time as the University’s Sweetheart Circle is transformed into a Civil War encampment site. Living history interpreters will re-enact scenes demonstrating artillery, musket firing, field surgery, blacksmithing, Civil War era-crafts and more. Inside the Museum, visitors can tour an exhibit of unique Civil War artifacts unearthed at the site of Camp Lawton in Millen, Ga. The artifacts were found last year by a group of Georgia Southern archaeology students working to pinpoint the boundaries of the Civil War’s largest prison camp. The group found dozens of artifacts, many of them personal items that belonged to Union soldiers held captive in the Confederate prison camp.
“The Georgia Southern University Museum has been proud to temporarily house this collection of rare artifacts,” said Tharp. “This is a perfect opportunity for visitors to see these pieces for themselves and even speak to the student researchers who unearthed them during one of our roundtable discussions.”
The day’s events will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Georgia Southern’s Sweetheart Circle and the Museum. Admission is $5 per person and includes both the encampment and museum. Admission is free of charge to Museum members and current Georgia Southern students with a valid student ID.
Tickets to the roundtable discussions, which include a box lunch, are $20 for the public and $15 for Museum members. Space for the roundtable discussions is limited. You may reserve a seat early by calling 912-478-5444. Proceeds will go towards supporting Georgia Southern University’s Camp Lawton archaeology and Museum Exhibition projects.
Roundtable Luncheon Discussions:
- The History of Camp Lawton, John Derden, Ph.D.
- Ingenuity and Persistence: The Artifacts of Camp Lawton, Kevin Chapman
- Let’s Get Dirty: Public Involvement at Camp Lawton, Amanda Morrow and Matt Newberry
- Teaching About Camp Lawton and the Civil War, Ruby Ashley and Mary Craft
- Finding Camp Lawton: How Do Archeologists Do What They Do? Sue Moore, Ph.D.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
Georgia Southern University Faculty Expert Offers Tips to Help Children during Spring Standardized Testing
Standardized testing is a rite of spring in schools around the country, and a Georgia Southern University education professor has tips on how parents can make sure students do their best without feeling stressed.
Carrie Lynn Bailey, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in Georgia Southern’s College of Education. Bailey says there are a number of things parents can do to help their children stay focused during testing.
Do your own homework
▫ Learn as much as you can about the tests your students are taking – what is being assessed? When are the tests being given? What are the implications of the test results for your student?
▫ Ask for resources. Take part in school-sponsored activities that can provide parents with information on how to best support their children.
▫ Incorporate “test taking” behavior into everyday homework activities. Learn what your child is most concerned with about the test and provide them opportunities to practice at home.
▫ Discuss concerns with teachers and the supporting personnel at your child’s school such as school counselors, school psychologists, special education professionals, and others as appropriate to your child’s needs.
- Practice and support learning at home
▫ Set aside a distraction-free (or minimized) space in your home for your child to work on homework.
▫ Encourage your child to focus on homework for a specific length of uninterrupted time and then take a relaxing break.
▫ Read with your child and engage them in conversations about what they are learning at school.
▫ Point out opportunities for students to apply what they are learning in school to “real-life” situations.
▫ Model these behaviors with adult tasks that are similar (paying bills, preparing or learning something new for work, etc.).
- Listen
▫ Ask your child about the tests and give them space to talk about their concerns.
- Prepare
▫ The best way for students to be ready for tests is to consistently attend to their work throughout the year… have these conversations and reinforce these supports year-long.
▫ Talk with your child about ways to relax when they are anxious – breathing strategies, relaxation techniques, etc. and practice these with your child (Check with your school counselor and teachers for age-specific tips).
▫ Make sure your child gets a good amount of sleep and a heartybreakfast for testing days – a hungry or cranky child is not going to be able to do their best.
- Encourage
▫ Encourage your child to do their best.
▫ If the results come back with less-than-hoped-for results, meet with the teachers and counselors to discuss alternative options and possible resources.
▫ Remember – tests are one tool used in the assessment process; they are not the definition of all that your child is capable of academically. Provide your child with recognition for all of their accomplishments!
Last updated: 2/2/2018
Georgia Southern University ROTC Program Named One of the Best in the Nation
Georgia Southern University’s Army ROTC program has been named one of the best in the nation by the U.S. Army Cadet Command and the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Foundation.
The Eagle Battalion has been honored with the MacArthur Award. The award is given to only eight ROTC battalions nationwide every year. This is the second year in a row that the Eagle Battalion has received the award.
The U.S. Army says the MacArthur Award recognizes the ideals of “duty, honor and country.” The Eagle Battalion represented the Cadet Command’s Sixth Brigade, which is made up of 39 ROTC programs in the southeastern United States and Puerto Rico.
The MacArthur Award is based on a combination of factors including cadets’ performance and how well the ROTC program fulfils its commissioning mission. The Eagle Battalion has contracted 200 members since the spring of 2008.
Eagle Battalion members were told about the honor at their annual awards ceremony on March 31st. During that ceremony, 88 cadets were recognized for having a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. The ceremony also recognized cadets who achieved “Iron Eagle” status by scoring 300 or higher on three consecutive Army Physical Fitness tests.
The Eagle Battalion is comprised of students from Georgia Southern University, Savannah State University, Armstrong Atlantic State University, the Savannah College of Art and Design, and East Georgia College.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
ROTC Commander George Fredrick Promoted to Colonel
George Fredrick Promoted to Colonel
Georgia Southern University ROTC Battalion Commander and U.S. Army Officer George Fredrick has been promoted to Colonel as part of a ceremony held in Statesboro.
Colonel Fredrick’s official promotion ceremony was held just one day after Georgia Southern’s ROTC program received one of eight prestigious U.S. Army MacArthur Award recognizing the nation’s top ROTC programs. This is the second year in a row that Georgia Southern and the Eagle Battalion was honored as one of the top programs in the country.
Prior to joining Georgia Southern, Fredrick held numerous staff and command positions most recently serving as Joint Planning Group (JPG) Chief at Joint Task Force Civil Support, Ft. Monroe, Va.
“Colonel Fredrick epitomizes what it means to be a leader. He commands respect and he has not only built Georgia Southern’s ROTC program into one of the best in the country, but is developing future generations of U.S. Army officers,” said Brooks Keel, Ph.D., president of Georgia Southern University. “I can think of no one that could serve as a role model for leadership than Colonel Fredrick and we couldn’t be more proud of his promotion.”
Presiding over the ceremony was Brigadier General Leslie Smith, Commander, U.S. Army 20th Support Command which supports chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high yield explosives at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. Smith, who is a distinguished military graduate of Georgia Southern, returned to Statesboro to be a part of the ceremony.
“It is an honor and privilege to be a part of today’s ceremony,” said BG Smith. “Since taking over command of the ROTC program, Colonel Fredrick has made incredible strides and has built it from 60 to nearly 300 cadets and is now recognized among the nation’s best.”
Fredrick, a native of Fairfax, S.C., is a recipient of the Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (3d OLC), Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal (3d OLe), Army Good Conduct Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Humanitarian Service Award, and the Korean Service Medal.
Georgia Southern University ROTC is also the host institution for the ROTC programs at Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah State University, Armstrong Atlantic State University and East Georgia College.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
Georgia Southern University to Host Exclusive Evening of the Arts
Georgia Southern University’s College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences will host Evening of the Arts, a unique event that will showcase art, theatre and music on Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m. The inaugural event will be held at the University’s Center for Art & Theatre.
“This is the first time that Georgia Southern University has hosted such a unique event that features so many different elements,” said Michael Smith, Ph.D., dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences at Georgia Southern. “When we began planning the event, we wanted to provide guests with the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of art in one evening. Our goal is to make this one of the premier ‘must-attend events’ of the year in our region.”
The Evening of the Arts event will feature a variety of exhibits and performances including:
- String Trio Performance
- Georgia Southern Chorale Performance
- Black Box Theatre Performance
- Georgia Artist Collection
- University Gallery and Contemporary Gallery Tours
During the event, the University will also present a Patron of the Arts Award to former Georgia First Lady, Betty Foy Sanders.
The Evening of the Arts is designed to provide an elegant evening for individuals or couples interested in the arts. The evening will begin with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails and also provide guests with the opportunity to tour galleries and experience first-class musical and theatrical performances.
“This is an opportunity to spend a nice evening in Statesboro while supporting the arts at Georgia Southern University,” said Smith.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the exclusive event are $75 per person and may be purchased by contacting Amber Blair at the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences at: 912-478-1957, ablair@georgiasouthern.edu.
Limited seating is available and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. All proceeds from the event will benefit the arts at Georgia Southern University.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
Georgia Southern University to Hold Final Open House of the Spring
Georgia Southern University will welcome thousands of visitors to campus Saturday, April 2, as it hosts an Open House for prospective students and their families. Those attending the Open House will see firsthand the unique connection between the University and the community as Georgia Southern hosts ArtsFest 2011 and the Eagle baseball team takes the field at J.I. Clements Stadium that same day.
Georgia Southern University Open House:
College-bound students and their families are invited to attend the University’s Open House which will be held from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the University’s Russell Student Union.
This last Open House of the spring is the perfect time for students to tour the campus’ academic buildings, residence halls and recreation facilities. Visitors will have a chance to meet and talk with current students and faculty members as they make their decision on where to attend college. Information about the University’s degree programs, including the new engineering degree programs that will begin in the fall, will also be available.
Open House reservations may be made by calling 912-478-5851 or online atwww.georgiasouthern.edu. Those who are not able to attend Saturday’s Open House may contact the University’s Office of Admissions to schedule a campus tour.
ArtsFest 2011:
Thousands of visitors are expected to attend ArtsFest 2011 on the University’s Sweetheart Circle from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. This festival is free and open to the public and provides families with a fun day of hands-on art activities. ArtsFest has grown into one of the University’s largest community outreach programs.
Children can make their own crafts at more than 20 booths lining the circle. Performances and demonstrations by magician and television host Magic Marc, along with various community musicians and dancers, will take place on two stages throughout the day.
Artists from around the region will have art on display and available for purchase in the artist’s market. Watch artists, including members of the Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art’s Jewelry Guild and the Statesboro Regional Art Association, demonstrate their talents in jewelry, folk art, painting, ceramics, sculpture and photography. A variety of festival food will also be available for purchase.
Eagle Baseball at J.I. Clements Stadium:
Coach Rodney Hennon, who just celebrated his 500th win, will lead the Georgia Southern University baseball team as they take on the Citadel. The game begins at J.I. Clements Stadium at 2:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the gate or by calling the athletic ticket office at 912-478-9467.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
Georgia Southern University Students Team Up With Head Football Coach Jeff Monken to Fight Diabetes
Georgia Southern University’s nearly 20,000 students are teaming up to assist Eagle head football coach Jeff Monken in his efforts to raise awareness and funds for the American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) 2011 Kiss-a-Pig Campaign.
Several planned campus events will provide students and the campus community the opportunity to show their support for this important cause. Events will include a Campus Carnival, Dance for Diabetes and the Blue & White Eagle Rally where students will present the proceeds from their efforts to Coach Monken at 6 p.m., Friday April 15. The rally and the game, both located at Allen E. Paulson Stadium, will be free and open to the public.
“Georgia Southern is known for championships. During the next few weeks, I hope everyone will help me win a championship against other local leaders in our fight against this terrible disease,” said Monken. “This disease impacts us all. I challenge every member of the Eagle Nation to step up, get involved and help us reach our $20,000 goal.”
The Kiss-a-Pig Campaign is a contest between community leaders to raise awareness and funds for the ADA. Monken has partnered with local businessman, entrepreneur, and Georgia Southern supporter Bubba Hunt. At the end of the campaign on May 7, the team that raises the most funds will kiss Armani, the official pig mascot of the ADA. Each year, the ADA honors the pig as the original source of insulin, and the pig is kissed to represent for its role in saving lives.
“I am excited to work with the student body to support Coach Monken and the community in the fight against diabetes,” said Georgia Southern senior and Traditions Council member Taylor Jones. “It’s our way of giving back and we can make a difference.”
Teresa Thompson, Ph.D., vice president of student affairs and enrollment management agreed. “This unique campaign creates excitement for our more than 200 student organizations and gives students the opportunity to get involved. It is important that students understand their role as citizens before leaving campus, and this is one fun way to get them involved and reinforce the importance of becoming engaged in their communities. I am looking forward to seeing what they will accomplish.”
EVENTS INCLUDE:
Monday, April 4
ADA Campus Carnival: The Office of Student Activities and the Traditions Council will host a carnival at the Russell Union on campus from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with inflatables, food, fun, games and music. Students will compete to win four football tickets to the Georgia Southern vs. Alabama game, waived Homecoming fees, a recognition banner, and a special tailgate spot sponsored by Eagle Sports Marketing for the September 10 game vs. TUSCULUM at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, April 5
Dance for Diabetes: The University Wellness Program, Campus Recreation and Intramurals, and Health Services will host Dance for Diabetes in an effort to raise money for the ADA while encouraging participants to engage in a healthier lifestyle. Dance sessions will be held at the Recreation Activity Center on campus, one from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. and from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Donations of $1 are encouraged. During the event, Health Services Health Education’s Peer Educators as well as the Wellness Ambassadors will offer free blood glucose screenings and health education. Non-RAC members are welcome. The guest fee collected for entrance into the RAC on the day of the event will also be donated to the ADA.
Friday, April 15
Blue & White Eagle Rally: The University’s Traditions Council will host a pep rally at 6 p.m. in the Eagle Fun Zone to the left of Bishop Field House at Allen E. Paulson Stadium. The Rally will feature Coach Monken and appearances by the Southern Pride Marching Band, GUS and Georgia Southern’s cheerleaders. The Blue & White Eagle Rally is free and open to the public. At the rally the Traditions Council will present Coach Monken with the proceeds that have been raised by the Georgia Southern student body.
Little Eagles Football Skills Clinic: Georgia Southern Athletics will host their annual youth clinic from 5 to 6 p.m. at Allen E. Paulson Stadium. Each participant will go through many different football drills including running the 40-yard dash, a throwing station, a punting station, a field goal station, and a shuttle drill. The Little Eagles Football Skills Clinic is free of charge. The first 50 kids to register will receive a free t-shirt courtesy of The University Store (www.gsustore.com). Registration will take place from 4 to 5 p.m. at Paulson Stadium the day of the event. Participants will have the opportunity to donate to the ADA.
Annual Blue & White Spring Game: The traditional spring game starts at 7 p.m. at Allen E. Paulson Stadium. The game is free and open to the public.
Last updated: 2/2/2018
