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Augusta University is thrilled to announce its Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 25-27, 2025. The event will be a memorable opportunity for alumni, their families, and friends to reconnect and celebrate their time at the university. Highlights include the President’s Brunch, Jaguar Baseball and Softball Games, and a lively After Party. Additionally, the university will honor distinguished alumni with awards, celebrating their exceptional contributions. Registration is now open, so don’t miss out on this nostalgic gathering filled with joy and reconnections.
Get Ready for Augusta University’s Alumni Weekend 2025!
Heading to Augusta? Make some plans to soak in the nostalgia! Augusta University is excited to announce its highly anticipated Alumni Weekend set for April 25-27, 2025. This weekend of fun and memories is perfect for alumni, their families, and friends who want to reconnect and celebrate their time at the university.
Mark Your Calendars!
Registration is officially open, so don’t wait too long to secure your spot at this unforgettable gathering. The weekend promises to be filled with heartwarming reunions, excitement, and joyous celebration. Throughout the weekend, special alumni banquets will be held for each college and school, allowing everyone to mingle and make new memories.
Can’t-Miss Events
There are three standout events that you won’t want to miss, perfect for all attendees including students, faculty, and staff:
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President’s Brunch
Date: Saturday, April 26
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Health Sciences quad, behind J. Harold Harrison, M.D. Education Commons, 1301 R.A. Dent Boulevard.
Celebrate with AU President Russell T. Keen as he holds the brunch in honor of his inauguration. It’s free, family-friendly, and there’ll be food along with activities designed for the little ones! -
Jaguar Baseball and Softball Games
Date: Saturday, April 26
Time: 2 to 5 p.m.
Location: Christenberry Fieldhouse, 3109 Wrightsboro Road.
Cheer on the teams in action and enjoy a tent set up near concession stands with snacks, drinks, and fun yard games. Don’t forget to catch Bryce Massey (BS ’00) throwing the first pitch! -
Alumni Weekend After Party
Date: Saturday, April 26
Time: 9 p.m. to midnight
Location: Augusta Marriott, Oglethorpe Ballroom, 2 Tenth St.
Wind down the day with a lively after-party featuring live music from The Tony Howard Show. The best part? Admission is free for alumni and their guests!
Honoring Distinguished Achievements
As part of the weekend festivities, Augusta University will also take the time to recognize its exceptional alumni. Various awards will be presented to distinguished alumni and outstanding young alumni throughout the weekend. Some of the distinguished awardees include:
- Lori Bolgla, PhD, College of Education and Human Development
- Stephen Hickey, EdS, College of Education and Human Development
- Lovoria Williams, PhD, College of Nursing
- Darrell Gentry, MBA, James M. Hull College of Business
- Turner Wayne Rentz Jr., MD, Medical College of Georgia
- Lt. Col. Joseph Huitt, BA, Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
- Nicholas Weaver, BS, School of Computer and Cyber Sciences
- Samuel Herberg, PhD, The Graduate School
- Bryce Massey, BS, College of Science and Mathematics
Additionally, highlight certain incredibly bright young stars with the Outstanding Young Alumni Awards. The awardees include standout names like Kellie Yeates, MPA (College of Education and Human Development), Kate Crockett, MEd (College of Nursing), and Khoi Nguyen, MD (Medical College of Georgia), among others.
Get All the Details!
Excited to join in the fun? For all the juicy details about the weekend’s schedule and to register, don’t forget to check out the Alumni Weekend website. It’s going to be a memorable weekend filled with laughter, tears of joy, and reconnections!
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