Oglethorpe students are using the summer to embark on life-changing study abroad experiences. For two of the students studying in Europe, the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich cultures and histories of their chosen cities is proving to be invaluable. Sydney Dooley-Smith ’26 is expanding her academic interests and pursuing a communications internship in […]
Although she’s a business major, it was important for Alexa Miranda ’26 to tap into her sociology minor to find internships that consider the human and social aspects of business. When she found Prospera, a nonprofit organization committed to helping Hispanic entrepreneurs, she was immediately drawn to its mission. This summer, she is working there […]
Art history major Kaleigh Gilette ’26 recently shared her experience working as an intern at Spruill Center for the Arts, a gallery and community learning space just a short drive from Oglethorpe University’s campus. Her hands-on role offered myriad opportunities for her to learn about the intricacies of curation—and no two days ever looked the […]
The Class of 2024 surpassed its goal for the annual Seniors for Students Senior Gift Campaign, setting a new university record of 162 donors from the graduating class. This year’s campaign raised crucial funds for Career Development’s Career Closet, which is a campus resource that helps to alleviate the financial burden of purchasing professional clothing […]
Earlier this week, graduating seniors stopped by the Turner Lynch Campus Center to participate in “Destination Day,” a celebration of Petrels’ post-grad plans. Hosted by Career Development and supported by the Office of Student Success, the festivities included a Delta Airlines gift card raffle drawing, free Oglethorpe swag, and King of Pops. Seniors who have […]
Have you ever wondered how insurance companies assess risk? Or how financial agencies make predictions about the market? Using a statistical process known as actuarial science, mathematicians are literally predicting the future, providing insights to businesses and organizations that inform important business decisions, mitigate loss and maintain economic stability. Through Oglethorpe University’s Actuarial Science program […]
The Hammack School of Business will welcome Atlanta Business Chronicle Publisher David Rubinger to Oglethorpe April 30 to deliver the 2024 Rikard Lecture in the Cousins Center Atrium. Rubinger is an award-winning journalist and corporate communications executive who in 2015 returned to his roots at Atlanta Business Chronicle to become its market president and publisher. […]
Three Oglethorpe University students recently presented their undergraduate research to an international audience at the Allied Genetics Conference in Washington D.C. Mackenzie Roberson ’24, Jaely Chavez ’24 and Thalia Boston ’24 were selected from applicants across the country to present their discoveries. The Allied Genetics Conference is a distinguished scientific research conference organized by the […]
Studio art and communication studies major Ilissa McGowin ’25 is the newest Petrel featured in the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art‘s student-focused exhibition series, “Oglethorpe’s Own.” As the featured student, McGowin served as both artist and curator, working closely with museum staff to present her uniquely personal show now on display alongside several professional exhibitions. […]
Psychology student Ella Newbern ’24 has dedicated much of her time at Oglethorpe to advocating for disabled and neurodivergent Petrels by serving as the President of Disabled, Neurodivergent Students of Oglethorpe (DNSO). Set to graduate in May, Newbern has found a way to continue that passion for disability advocacy after Oglethorpe as the Neurodevelopmental Provider […]