Learning programming language may not seem like a natural path for a faculty member teaching Finance, but Oglethorpe University’s Dr. Ahmet Akin is taking that unusual step. “I believe in continuous improvement, and I am searching for ways to add to my credentials,” said Akin, one of the three new instructors in the Hammack School […]
“Oglethorpe’s Portfolio: Art by Students,” a new art exhibition from the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art, will debut Friday, September 24 in the lobby of the Conant Performing Arts Center. The exhibition features 13 works, in a variety of artistic styles and mediums, from seven student artists representing diverse academic disciplines: Brenna Alford ’23 – studio art […]
Oglethorpe University is ranked among the nation’s Best Liberal Arts Colleges, according to the 2022 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges Rankings. Oglethorpe also stood out for having the 17th most diverse student body among liberal arts colleges nationwide. U.S. News measures racial and ethnic diversity to “identify where students are most likely to […]
Constitution Day, a commemoration of the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, is observed annually at Oglethorpe University with a Constitution Day Lecture featuring an esteemed guest speaker. This year’s lecture will occur on Thursday, September 16 at 4 p.m. EDT and is open to all faculty, staff, students, and the public. Visit OU Connect for […]
Last Friday, Oglethorpe University hosted a virtual convocation to kick off the academic year and officially welcome new students to their Oglethorpe journey. The ceremony included a host of speakers, including Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Dr. Laura Renée Chandler, President Dr. Nick Ladany, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Kathryn McClymond, […]
Dr. Kendra King Momon, professor of politics at Oglethorpe University, has been appointed Associate Provost by Dr. Kathryn McClymond, provost and vice president for academic affairs. In her new role, Dr. Momon will oversee the transition of new additions to the Office of the Provost team; oversee faculty development in areas of teaching and leadership; […]
An impressive 12 Oglethorpe Theatre students have been cast in the upcoming dark comedy “Heathers: The Musical,” a co-production with Atlanta-based professional theatre company Actor’s Express, set to hit the Conant Performing Arts Center stage on Sept. 29. Two of those students, Chloe Campbell ’24 and Wynne Kelly ’24, earned starring roles as the two of […]
Oglethorpe University is ranked among Washington Monthly’s top 2021 liberal arts colleges and recognized as a Best Bang for the Buck in the Southeast, an “exclusive list of schools ranked according to how well they help non-wealthy students attain marketable degrees at affordable prices.” The annual college guide measures schools based on what they are doing […]
In her position as sales and marketing intern with Lexus, Shea Ponder ’22 traveled to Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina this summer to assist the district managers, district service, and parts managers on their visits to various dealerships. There, she helped present information on those locations’ current market share compared to the nation’s. In […]
Dr. Kathryn McClymond, provost and vice president for academic affairs, recently announced new full-time and part-time faculty members for the 2021-2022 academic year, plus notable academic position changes. Faculty Promotions Dr. Lea Marie Alford was promoted to Associate Professor of Biology. Dr. Mariel Meier was promoted to Associate Professor of Physics. Dr. Katharine Zakos was […]