Interview by Adam Van Brimmer
African American professionals are underrepresented in science fields, and schools, educators and STEM-related organizations across the country are collaborating to address the shortage. Karla-Sue Marriott, a biomedical researcher at Savanah State University and the founder of the school s forensics science program, is our latest Difference Maker.
Find the latest and archived episodes of Difference Makers at SavannahNow.com/podcasts or search Savannah Difference Makers on podcast app.
Past Difference Makers include the Ossabaw Island Foundation s Elizabeth DuBose; Plant Riverside District developer Richard Kessler; and the Creative Coast s Jennifer Bonnett.
The Difference Makers podcast is presented by the Savannah Economic Development Authority.
Savannah Morning News
If you re tired of heading to your usual Savannah restaurant spot, a list from Eater Carolinas gives you eight new restaurant choices to choose from. While many places around the city were closing doors forever, a few were able to open and even thrive during a pandemic, Eater Carolinas said.
At the top of the list is Stone & Webster Chophouse located in Savannah s new Plant Riverside District. Eater Carolinas said the scenery is perfect for a romantic celebration or a date night. The site said the menu may be have many meat choices, but also has vegetarian options.
Black Savannahians have made significant contributions to the city s storied history. The time has come to pay tribute to more of these community leaders.
Athletic director discusses Georgia Southern s evolving place on the college athletics landscape
Savannah Morning News
Georgia Southern Athletic Director Jared Benko is our latest Difference Maker and discusses managing an athletic department during a pandemic, his plans to do more in Savannah and at the Armstrong campus and the Eagles place on the college athletics landscape.
Find the latest and archived episodes of Difference Makers at SavannahNow.com/podcasts or search Savannah Difference Makers on podcast app. Past Difference Makers include outgoing Chatham Commission Chair Al Scott; Plant Riverside District developer Richard Kessler; and the Creative Coast s Jennifer Bonnett.
Difference Makers is presented by the Savannah Economic Development Authority.