"What's In The Cup?" Podcast: Recent Episodes
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GSW President Neal Weaver welcomes guests to discuss all things going on at Georgia Southwestern State University.
On this episode of the "What's in the Cup?"podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Laura Boren, GSW's Executive Vice Presidentfor Student Engagement and Success and Alex Espitia,
GSW's Student Government Association president. They discuss Spring'24 enrollment/retentionstatistics, FAFSA delays, GSW's upcoming blitz build with The Fuller Centercalled
"The Big Event" in honor of former first ladyRosalynn Carter, GSW's SACS/COC accreditation visit, GSW women's basketballwinning the Peachbelt conference for the second year
in a row, baseball and men's golf's recent successes andupcoming Accepted Students' Day & Preview Day.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Kina Davis, GSW's Financial Aid Specialist. They discuss the new FAFSA, which unfortunately has been delayed being released this year. They also discuss upcoming activities such as this weekend's National Pan-Hellenic Council's (NPHC) Reunion, GSW athletic games, and Staff Senate's "Break to Educate" events. They also discuss the USG's Board of Regents meeting next week featuring (hopefully) approval for GSW's renovation of the Griffin Bell Golf & Conference Center. Lastly, Neal laments about people driving on the sidewalks on campus.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Mark Laughlin, Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and Professor of Music. They discuss enrollment and retention numbers, state budgeting for fiscal year 2025, the importance of the arts and sciences in a college curriculum, and upcoming events in the College of Arts and Sciences and on campus in general.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. David Jenkins, GSW's Director of First-Year Experience & Student Success. They discuss the beginning of the Spring semester, enrollment and student retention, what his team does to foster student success, and upcoming events on campus.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Tamya Turner and Jeanna Shivers. They are students in the President Jimmy Carter Leadership program and they discuss their annual Toy Drive partnering with SOWEGA CASA. They also discuss enrollments statistics and upcoming events including the Thanksgiving holiday break.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Ansley Little from the Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity and David Williams from the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. The Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity just finished up their annual "Pink Week" of fundraising activities, supporting breast cancer awareness and the culmination of the week featured their "Big Man on Campus" event, which David was selected as "Big Man." They also discussed current student success data, upcoming campus events, and construction/renovation/demolition projects.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Chelsea Collins, GSW's Director of Marketing and Communications. They discuss a myriad of events coming up on campus and in the community including GSW Homecoming, GSW's annual TEDx event and the Americus Music Festival.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Jeremy Wicker, GSW's Assistant Director of Greek Life and Leadership.They discuss Greek recruitment, student engagement and upcoming activities like GSW's Day of Giving and Homecoming.
On This episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Stephen Snyder (Asst. V.P. for University Advancement and Executive Director of the GSW Foundation) and Angela Smith (Alumni Engagement Specialist.) They discuss GSW's upcoming fundraising campaigns "GSW Day of Giving" (09/21) and "Give Southwestern", GSW's faculty/staff fund drive which takes place during the entire month of September.
On this week's episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Oneil Lewis, GSW's Software Solutions Management Specialist. They discuss all the software systems that Oneil manages for GSW's Division of Student Engagement & Success. These include the new "myGSW", Maxient, Vector Solutions and StarRez.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup? podcast, Dr. Weaver kicks off the 2023-2024 academic year featuring Andrea Kromminga. Andrea is GSW's Director of Counseling and Wellness Services. They discuss exciting new information about GSW as well as everything that Counseling and Wellness Services has to offer GSW students.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup? " Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. David Jenkins, Director of First Year Experience. They discuss the opening of enrollment for Spring and Summer classes. In addition to registration, they also discussed the national impact of enrollment declines, the Hurricane Pitch Competition, student loan relief, Halloween Havoc, and four-legged delivery robots.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Courtney Harmon, Assistant Director of the First-Year Experience and Stephen Snyder, Executive Director of the GSW Foundation. They discuss everything scheduled for GSW's Homecoming Week (09/19-09/24) which includes GSW's 4th Annual Day of Giving (09/22.)
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Laura Gosa, Assistant Professor of Nursing and Christa Faison, Director of Residential and Student Life. They discuss the exciting beginning of the academic year. In addition to the start of the year, they discussed their impressions of GSW and new employees, the goals associated with semester launching activities, new degree programs at GSW, and the initial impacts and concerns associated with Student Loan Cancellation.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Chelsea Collins, GSW's Director of Marketing & Communications. They celebrate Dr. Weaver's 5th anniversary as GSW president, looking back over his tenure.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Ashley Carag, a freshmen Nursing major and member of the President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program at GSW. They discuss Ashley's recent presentation at GSW's inaugural TEDx event, what it is like being in the PJCLP and events taking place for Student Appreciation Month.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup? Podcast", Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Michele Ragsdale, Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing and the ASN Program Coordinator. They discuss her work leading the implementation of the new Associate Degree in Nursing here at GSW. In addition to the new program, they also discussed her work as the Faculty-Athletic Representative, and her role as the mother of a GSW student-athlete. They also talked about the amended budget making its way through the Georgia Legislature, the GSW Women’s Basketball Team and the NCAA tournament, and the shocking reality of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup? " podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Mark Grimes, Associate Professor in the College of Business and Computing. They discuss his work leading the Post-Tenure Review committee here at GSW. In addition the committee work, they also discussed his efforts with the Office of Teaching and Learning, the challenges faced by students during their first year in college, the selection of the first Black Woman to be nominated to the Supreme Court, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and why students are not taking the ACT or SAT test.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup? podcast", Dr. Weaver welcomes Ric Ware and Jamie Fowler, both graduating students. They discuss their upcoming graduation and their time at GSW. In addition to graduation, they also discussed who they gifted their Silver Challenge Coin to, what their post-graduation plans are, which faculty members they will remember, and what it’s like to say thank you to someone.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Courtney Harmon, GSW's Assistant Director of First-Year Experience. They discuss the upcoming holiday break and how students can begin preparing for their return to campus and final exams. They also discussed Spring Enrollment options, post-Thanksgiving campus events, dealing with test anxiety, the proper way to say Pecan, and what is the best thanksgiving meal item.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes freshmen students Savanna McKelroy, Alex Espitia, and Chase Moore. These students are members of the third cohort of President Carter Leadership program, supported by the Mix Foundation. They discuss the Angel Tree Toy Drive taking place on campus in November. In addition to the Toy Drive, they also discussed being a part of the President Carter Leadership Program, campus-wide withdrawal rates, national enrollment trends, and the business opportunities of pet sitting.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup? podcast, Dr. Neal Weaver welcomes Arianna Stegall, GSW's Fitness & Wellness Coordinator and Rachel Griggs, GSW's Human Resources Specialist. They discuss all the wonderful resources that GSW faculty, staff and students have at their disposal to get fit, stay fit and foster mental health. They also discuss upcoming campus events.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Ashley Jones, Assistant Professor of Communications. They discuss the brand new Communications degree at GSW. In addition to the new program, they also discussed being new to Americus, the COVID effect on enrollment and retention, upcoming events on campus, and the results of the Day of Giving.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Ian Wynn, GSW's 2021 Outstanding Scholar.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes his wife, Kristi. They discuss the last crazy year and thank everyone who has been so incredible and responsible for keeping GSW safe and successful. In addition to thanking many people, they also discussed the Summer and Spring enrollment numbers, upcoming events on campus, and how you could win a $25,000.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Savannah Hall, GSW's 2020-2021 Student Government Association President. They discuss her year of leadership and the challenges of leading during the Pandemic. In addition to SGA, they also discussed the Spring enrollment numbers, GSW’s budget outlook, upcoming events on campus, and how you could win a $25,000.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Travis Crafter, Coordinator of Student Rights and Responsibilities. They discuss Care@GSW and how you can be a part of the Care Team on campus. In addition to Care@GSW, we also discussed the Summer and Fall enrollment projections, GSW’s budget outlook, the rate of vaccinations across the state, and how you could win a $50 gift card.
Happy Good Friday! On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Evan Kutzler, Assistant Professor of History. They discuss the Anthony Building and the difficult nature of historical preservation. In addition to the Anthony Building, they also discussed teaching through a pandemic, the National Recognition received by two Hurricane baseball players, the completion of the Georgia Legislative Session and the ongoing challenge of being a protective father.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Michelle McKie, Lecturer and Assessment Director in the College of Education and Kaneisha Tookes, a senior from Macon County. They discuss tomorrow’s (03-06-21) Education Career Fair. In addition to the Career Fair, they discussed Preview Day, the Baseball Alumni Reunion, Student Teaching in a Pandemic, and the incredible transformative role of higher education for a first generation student.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Luke Ellis, Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions, and Shalisha Williams, Academic Success Counselor. They discuss the new Canes Central building. In addition to the building, they discussed the services that are now available in Canes Central, the $1,000 bonus, the very busy March 6th , and how much money students will be receiving from the HEERF II funds.
On this week's episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Signe Coombs, athletics development officer, and Yasmin Perez, a junior member of the Women’s Basketball team from Deltona, Florida. They discuss the launch of HERricanes, the women’s athletics initiative at GSW. In addition to the HERricane program, they discussed spring enrollment, nursing accreditation, the frustration of canceled games, questions from the Georgia legislature, and how employees at the University of Missouri can use their guns.
On this episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Teresa Teasley, Associate Dean in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and senior nursing student Emily Shaughnessy. They discuss how GSW faculty and students have been working with local hospitals to vaccinate patients for the COVID-19 virus. In addition to the vaccinations, they discuss new funding coming to GSW from both the State and the Federal Government, campus renovation projects, preparations for the Fall'21 semester, and why you give some shots in the arm and others in the hip.
On this episode of the "What’s in the Cup? " podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Taylor Lawhorn, a Spring 2020 graduate of GSW. Taylor joins via telephone from her home in Athens, Georgia. They discuss her plans to attend the in-person, commencement ceremonies at GSW on Saturday. In addition to commencement, they discussed the upcoming basketball schedule, remembering Jody Smith and Nick Smarr, and the semester-long COVID fluctuations.
On this episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Jeremy Wicker, Orientation and Transitions Coordinator from GSW's First-Year Experience department.
On this week's episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver proclaims today "Good News Friday." Today, he and Chelsea Collins, GSW's Director of Marketing and Communications, discuss all the good things that are going on at GSW.
On this week's episode of the "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Justin Payne, GSW's women's head basketball coach. They discuss the challenges of coaching in the COVID environment. In addition to the difficulty of keeping players motivated amid the uncertainty of this season, they also discussed community service, the official enrollment number for GSW, the creation of a post-pandemic task force and the how to go viral on Tik Tok. https://www.gswcanes.com/sports/wbkb/coaches/Payne?view=bio
On this week's episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Andrew Jernigan, GSW's Information Security Officer. They discuss October's National Cyber Security Month and the importance of keeping yourself and your information safe from cyber criminals. In addition, they discuss current enrollment and retention data, The USG's recent Presidents' meeting in Macon, GSW forming a new task-force to discuss strategic planning post-pandemic and our College of Nursing and Health Science's recent accreditation visit.
On this week's episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes LaToya Stackhouse, Director of Residential and Campus Life and Yaqueline Torres, Coordinator of Student Life. They discuss Blue and Gold Week and Family Weekend. In addition to the fun week ahead, they also discussed the challenges of student programming in the COVID environment, a new national ranking for the GSW MBA program, results from the Day of Giving, and leadership opportunities for students.
On this week's episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Jonathan Scott, GSW's Director of Recruitment and Admissions. They discuss GSW's increase in enrollment this academic year and how we are recruiting students in the era of COVID. In addition, Dr. Weaver tells a story about a friend that he lost on 9/11 as well as promoting upcoming campus events.
On this episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Stephen Snyder, Assistant Vice President for University Advancement and Executive Director of the GSW Foundation and Kim Comer, GSW's Annual Giving Specialist. They discuss GSW's 2nd Annual "Day of Giving" which will be Thursday, September 10th and GSW's annual faculty/staff fund drive "Give Southwestern" which covers the entire month of September.
https://www.gsw.edu/dayofgiving
https://www.gsw.edu/givesouthwestern
On this week's "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Suzanne Conner, Associate Professor in GSW's College of Business and Computing.
This week on "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Lauren Shepherd. Lauren is a freshman on the women's basketball team and a student in GSW's Jimmy Carter Leadership Program.
On this episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes GSW student Brandon Blue. They discuss the start of the '20-'21 academic year, being back on campus, summer activities that Brandon was involved in like Storm Days and Thunder Camp as well as what is coming up during next week's Welcome Week.
On the latest episode of the What’s in the Cup? Podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Gena Wilson, GSW's Director of Human Resources. They discuss the return to campus, the variety of leave options during the pandemic and the details of the coming year’s furlough program. In addition to leave options, they also discussed some very positive enrollment numbers, expectations for the budget, a few outstanding accomplishments and recognitions, some of the retirements that have recently been announced, and tomorrow morning’s Peaceful March to bring awareness to the issues of racism and injustice.
On this episode of "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes the month of May and the end of the Spring 2020 semester. He gives updates on GSW's upcoming virtual commencement ceremony on May 15th, progress on the English building's elevator construction, Fall 2020 semester's enrollment statistics, plans to re-open campus for faculty & staff in June, the progress of GSW's plans to resume F2F teaching in the Fall, The CARES Act, and Athletics' work making face shields.
On this week's "What's In The Cup?" podcast, Dr. Weaver provides updates on campus renovation/upgrade projects, enrollment, CARES Act funding, University College status, JEC Library closing its physical space until further notice, new network connectivity options that are coming, Athletics's achievements. Lastly, Neal says "Happy Birthday" to his mother.
On this episode of What’s in the Cup?, Dr. Weaver welcomes his middle son, Brett Weaver. They discuss his experiences as a college student during this pandemic. In addition to how he has handled the emotions of this time, they also discussed the differences between face-to-face and online learning, the financial impact of this crisis on GSW, how reaching out in simple ways can make a big difference, and how the GSW Athletic Department is stepping in to help caregivers.
The latest episode of the What’s in the Cup? podcast welcomes Dr. Suzanne Smith, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. We discuss the shift to online or remote instruction. We also covered campus updates on operational procedures, student refunds, resources that are available to faculty and students in this new format, MLB Opening Day, and the math associated with the $2 trillion stimulus bill.
This is a special "COVID-19 Update" edition of "What's In The Cup?". In this shorter version of the podcast, Dr. Weaver tried to provide an update and information on where things stand today as GSW prepares to move instruction online and provide services to the campus community while limiting the number of people on campus.
On this week's episode of "What's In The Cup", Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Rachel Abbott, Dean of the College of Education and Maggie Johnson, Senior Education Major.
On this week's episode of "What's In The Cup", Dr. Weaver welcomes Shannon Perry, the Director of Online Learning for GSW's College of Business and Computing.
This week's episode of the What’s in the Cup? features Student Body President Allie Keener and Emilie Cowan, GSW’s Fitness and Wellness Coordinator. They discuss next week’s Homecoming Events. In addition to Homecoming, they also discussed Preview Day, the challenges of hosting GISA events, the opportunities available in the Campus Fitness Center and what is and isn’t an appropriate Valentine’s Day gift.
On this week's episode of the What’s in the Cup? podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Taylor Weeks, GSW’s 2020 Outstanding Student. They discuss her selection for this honor and her experiences at GSW. In addition to her career aspirations, they also discussed Preview Day, upcoming campus activities, personnel changes in the Financial Aid office, and the thinking behind being a 4.0 student.
On this episode of the What’s in the Cup? podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Sai Mukkavilli and Calypso Carpenter. They discuss their experiences from teaching at Zhoukou Normal University as a part of GSW’s new partnership with ZKNU. In addition to their impressions of the students and their advice for your next trip to China, they also discussed GSW's enrollment numbers, Preview Day, some of the projects and events that are kicking off the Spring Semester and how you can take a quiz to find out which Bird you have the most in common with.
On this week's "What's in the Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Amber DeBaise, Lecturer of Management for GSW's College of Business and Computing. in addition to her teaching duties, Amber also serves as GSW's Auxiliary Services Director. In her role with Auxiliary Services, Amber heads up GSW's Commencement Exercises, which are coming up next week. In addition to what goes on behind the scenes to make commencement so special, they also discussed final exams week, Waffles with the Weavers, remembering Officers Jody Smith and Nick Smarr, another recognition for the GSW Accounting Program, an upcoming art show in Macon, and if rats (yes, real rats) are an appropriate gift.
On this week's "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Tucker Smith. Tucker is a pitcher on our baseball team and student in our College of Business and Computing. Neal and Tucker discuss the success and opportunities that Tucker has had on the baseball field and in the classroom. They also discuss feedback from last weekend's Preview Day and upcoming events on campus and in the community.
This week, Dr. Weaver welcomes the Birthday Boy, the Big Man on Campus, the one and only Surge, to the show. They discuss his love for GSW and the amazing 10 years he has enjoyed so far as the official mascot of the Hurricanes. In addition to his devotion to all things GSW, they also discussed the upcoming Preview Day, enrollment at GSW and throughout the University System, RCI’s National Conversation on the Future of Caregiving and how much cake one Mascot can eat.
On this episode, Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Laura Boren, Executive Vice President for Student Success and Engagement, to discuss the many opportunities available to students, faculty and staff during the Month of Giving at GSW. In addition to learning more about giving opportunities, they also discussed the upcoming Preview Day, how ACE Building Renovations will enhance GSW's ability to serve students, the increase in no-cost materials classes at GSW, Elliot the Elk finding his way to Texas A&M and the lack of Doughnuts in Minnesota.
This week on "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Darcy Donaldson, Head Golf Coach at Georgia Southwestern State University. They discuss the GSW Golf team changing from being unranked to #1 in the country and what it's like for our student-athletes and coaches with their busy schedules on the road. In addition to learning about our Golf team we also discuss the President's Golf Tournament, Open Enrollment starts, student information for summer financial aid, Student African American Brotherhood summit being hosted this Saturday and last but not least Surge's birthday coming up.
This week on "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Dr. Judy Orton Grissett, Associate Professor of Psychology. They discuss the Center for Teaching & Learning and what is service-learning. In addition to this, they discuss, retention rates and demographics, the Day of Giving success, the first Preview Day of the year, and GSW's men's golf team ranking #2 in the country.
On this week's "What's in the Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Sadie Springer, Senior Special Education major. They discuss Sadie's experience at GSW and the upcoming Speical Olympics hosted by GSW. In addition, we also discussed spitting Fall commencement into two sessions, GSW's Day of Giving, and much more.
On this week's "What's in the Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Jonathan Hobbs, Manager of IT & Faculty Support, College of Business and Computing. They discuss Dr. Weaver recent trip to China as well as recent and upcoming events.
This week on "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Royce Hackett, Chief Information Officer, GSW. They discuss the university’s IT investment strategy and the need to be hyper-vigilant about cybersecurity. In addition to learning more about the IT infrastructure at GSW, we also discussed dropping students for non-payment, the loss of our great friend and colleague Billy Cooper, and next week’s events around Constitution Day and the POW/MIA Convocation.
This week Dr. Weaver welcomes GSW students Andrew Riner and Autumn Preston to discuss Fraternity and Sorority Recruitment. In addition to learning more about the valuable contributions the Greek Organizations make to campus and for the students who participate, they also discussed how you can help those impacted by Hurricane Dorian, the outstanding start to the GSW soccer season, and why working at the golf course is so much fun.
On this week's podcast, Dr. Weaver welcomes Stephen Snyder and Kim Comer. Stephen is GSW's Assistant Vice President for University Advancement and Executive Director of the GSW Foundation and Kim is GSW's Annual Giving Specialist. Today, they discuss upcoming fundraising efforts "Give Southwestern" and GSW's "Day of Giving." Give Southwestern is GSW's faculty & staff fund drive effort which takes place the entire month of September. GSW's 1st annual Day of Giving will be October 10th. In addition, they discuss current enrollment & retention statistics, upcoming campus events and Hurricane Dorian, which is on its way this Labor Day weekend.
Happy First Week of Classes!
This week, Dr. Weaver welcomes Gabby Davis, GSW student (Junior Sociology major, Psych minor.) Neal and Gabby discuss her involvement on campus as well as her educational and career goals. In addition to learning more about Gabby, they also discuss GSW Welcome Week, the economic impact of GSW, the important role and objectives of AAMI and SAAB on campus, the reality of how different majors impact future earnings, and the end of the FogCam.
This week, Dr. Weaver welcomes a new faculty member, Dawn Hart to the podcast. Dawn teaches Accounting in GSW's College of Business and Computing (COBAC.) In addition to learning about Dawn, Neal briefs listeners on current enrollment statistics, accolades for our COBAC and SON, Southwestern Week and Welcome Week.
This week on "What's In The Cup?", Dr. Weaver welcomes Chelsea Collins, GSW's Director of Marketing and Communications and Valerie Hines, GSW's new Web Content Strategist. They discuss new endeavors by the University Relations department. These include GSW's migration to a new web content management system and social media initiatives. As always, they also discuss enrollment statistics and upcoming events.
This week, Dr. Weaver welcomes Angela Smith, GSW's Alumni Engagement Specialist. They discuss campus enrollment statistics, some new staff promotions and hires, upcoming campus and community events.
In this episode, Dr. Weaver welcomes Arthur Thompson and Blake Dixon – two new GSW Students who were attending Storm Day. They discuss their path to GSW and their excitement about the upcoming year. In addition to how they identified GSW as their University, we also discussed the new OUTSTANDING rankings for the GSW MBA program and the Nursing program, the importance of remembering D-Day, the progress on construction projects, and the important role donors play in the lives of GSW students.
This week, Dr. Weaver welcomes Stephen Snyder, Assistant Vice President for University Advancement and Executive Director of the GSW Foundation. Neal and Stephen discuss Stephen's transition from being GSW's Special Assistant to the President to his new appointment. They also discuss student success, enrollment and retention, as well as, recap the events at the end of the spring semester. Lastly, they preview upcoming events on campus and in the community.
This week, Neal welcomes Associate Professors of English, Dr. Lauren DiPaula and Dr. Anish Dave. Dr. DiPaula has been the Director of GSW's Writing Center for 8 years and this upcoming year, Dr. Dave takes over. In addition to the Writing Center, they also discuss this year’s Faculty and Staff Awards, the Lady Canes Softball victory over Columbus State in the Peach Belt Conference Tournament, and do faculty members really want students to fail?
This week, Neal welcomes Dr. David Jenkins, Director of First-Year Experience. Neal & David discuss the university's efforts to foster student success, including STORM Days, Retention Summit, Freshman Orientation Week and the role of GSW's Storm Spotters.
This week, Neal welcomes outgoing SGA president Kaitlyn Boswell and incoming SGA president Alli Keener. In addition to SGA, they also discussed the impacts of campus lightning strikes, participating in the Undergraduate Research Symposium, the decision to discontinue men’s tennis, class registration and commencement.
This week, Neal welcomes Rachel Griggs, Human Resources Specialist to the podcast. Neal and Rachel discuss the USG Well-Being Credit, the upcoming Wellness Fair and our benefits packages available at GSW. https://www.ourwellbeing.usg.edu/ In addition to the $100 Bonus you and your spouse can each receive, they also discussed funding to renovate Florrie Chappell Gym, the new Alertus app for campus safety, extendable/retractable electric wall outlets, and a variety of upcoming events on campus and in Americus that make April the busiest month of the year!
This week, Neal welcomes Dr. Anne Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Biology to the podcast. Neal and Anne discuss GSW's 2nd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium which will be held on Friday, April 12th. https://www.gsw.edu/academics/academic-affairs/undergrad-symposium The also discuss current enrollment and student success statistics, department mergers, the president's week in review and upcoming events.
This week, Neal welcomes the first lady of GSW, his wife Kristi Weaver to the podcast. Neal and Kristi discuss GSW's final Spring enrollment numbers, ongoing construction projects, recap Homecoming, an etiquette dinner for GSW's Marshals, Neal's week in review and upcoming campus & community events.
In this episode of "What's In The Cup?", Neal welcomes GSW Alumni Association Board Member, Jimmy Peel '80. Jimmy is in town tonight to receive this year's Leewynn J. Finklea Award. He goes on to tell his story of being a GSW alumnus and how he became reconnected with the university by agreeing to serve on the alumni association board. In addition, Neal discusses the USG's Momentum Approach (formally "The Momentum Year" as well as upcoming events.
This week, Neal is joined by GSW students, Gabrielle Samuels and Celia del Castillo, who are part of the GSW Drop Marketing Team. They discuss Homecoming Week, which is Sunday, Feb. 24 to Saturday, March 2nd.
This week, GSW President Neal Weaver welcomes Christy Ward, GSW's Associate Athletics Director & Compliance Coordinator. They discuss enrollment & retention stats, Neal's week in review, more information about GSW's upcoming baseball and softball hitting facility, students athletes' community service efforts, Christy becoming a member of the NCAA II Management Council, this week's upcoming events and a shout-out to GSW's Residence Hall Association.
GSW President Neal Weaver welcomes Dr. Sandra Daniel, Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences. GSW's Spring sports season begins this weekend, Dr. Daniel gives an overview of the changes coming to the School of Nursing, GSW's academic reorganizations, GSW's new Jimmy Carter Presidential Leadership program, Neal's activity this week and promoting upcoming events on campus and in the community.
A name has finally been selected for Dr. Weaver's podcast series. "What's In The Cup?" Today, Dr. Weaver welcomes GSW senior Chris Avery. In addition to letting listeners get to know Chris, Neal discusses tomorrow's GSW Preview Day, FAFSA updates, recruiting efforts this past week, the GSW Salary Study, a new articulation agreement with Albany Technical College, the Griffin Bell Distinguished Lecture Series, GSW's 2nd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, GSW Softball's preseason ranking, the 2019 Homecoming theme, new members of the GSW Foundation, personal shout-outs and a major announcement regarding GSW's School of Nursing & Health Sciences.
GSW President Neal Weaver welcomes GSW's Director of Marketing & Communications, Chelsea Collins. Today, they discuss current enrollment statistics and Neal's recent travels including a trip to Atlanta for the beginning of the GA legislative session, Columbus State for GSW basketball games and Tifton for a high school visit. Also, promotion of upcoming events such as the GSW Athletics' Hailstorm and Preview Day.
GSW President Neal Weaver welcomes GSW's Director of Marketing & Communications, Chelsea Collins. Today they discuss the latest issue of the "Aeolian" magazine, current enrollment statistics, construction projects, upcoming GA legislative session, good things going on in our schools and promotion of upcoming events.