More than 1,300 University of West Georgia graduates – and one Australian shepherd – walked the stage during the institution’s Spring 2021 Commencement Saturday.
During his remarks, UWG President Dr. Brendan B. Kelly shared that the COVID-19 pandemic kept graduates from experiencing some things, but it did not keep them from the holistic university experience UWG provides – including showcasing their artistic talents; demonstrating excellence in athletics; and achieving post-graduation outcomes like launching their careers or being accepted into world-class graduate programs at UWG, across the United States, and beyond.
“Realizing your goals takes time and a commitment to continuous improvement,” Kelly said. “It doesn’t happen overnight. You have persevered, and through adversity, you have proven you can overcome. That is what matters: not how you got here but that you got here, despite the obstacles. You rose to the challenges and overcame them.”
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Richards earned 8 varsity letters, 4 in softball and 4 in track & field. She was named to the all-region team in softball her freshman and sophomore years. In Richardsâ senior year, she took 1
st place in both shot put and discus at Fulton County Championships. She also took 1
st in shotput and 2
nd in discus at the 6A Region 7 track meet. She has qualified for the 6A state track meet in both shotput and discus.
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Riverhead grads lead University of West Georgia to national cheerleading title Riverhead graduates Destiny Leonard, far left, and Melissa Blackmore-Wigley, far right, celebrate after winning a national cheerleading title in late April for the University of West Georgia. (Courtesy photo)
In the world of competitive cheerleading, the University of West Georgia stands at the top as one of the most dominant programs at the collegiate level. In the past two decades, the all-girl and coed teams have combined to win 27 championships at UCA Nationals the pinnacle competition for a team.
That history is not lost on the current athletes, who strive to live up to the legacy set by those who came before them. It’s an added pressure each time they step onto the mat in a sport where one mistake can derail all their hard work and training.
(Carroll County, GA) Donna Armstrong Lackey has been named by Chairman Michelle Morgan to assume the role of Executive Director, a position that has been most recently held by Susan Mabry for the last several decades. The role of Executive Director is to provide advanced administrative support for the County Commission Chairman and assist in planning and managing the day-to-day activities of Carroll County Government.
Donna is no stranger to Carroll County and comes to us with a wealth of experience receiving degrees in Public Administration, Communications/Public Relations, and Economic Development. Donna’s career is truly diverse, and her knowledge of Carroll County is impressive. Donna began her career as Executive Director for the Chattahoochee Flint Regional Development Commission in 1985, before assuming the role of President/CEO of the Heard County Development Authority and Chamber of Commerce in 1997.
Intelligent.com Announces Best Online Probation Officer Degree Programs for 2021
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Degree holders gain increased earning potential with career opportunities upon graduation from these top ranked online programs. SEATTLE (PRWEB) May 11, 2021
Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has announced the top online programs for 2021. The comprehensive research guide is based on an assessment of 1,280 accredited colleges and universities in the nation. Each program is evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment. The methodology also uses an algorithm which collects and analyzes multiple rankings into one score to easily compare each school.