Augusta University offers many programs and activities serving non-student minors. These may include camps, athletic clinics, after-school activities, research activities, healthcare educational opportunities, and others, some that are sponsored by Augusta University and others that are hosted by third-party entities.
The highest concern of Augusta University is protecting the safety of our visitors. The Programs Serving Minors policy, aligned with Board of Regents policy and expectations, ensures a safe and healthy environment for minors participating in programs at AU. The purpose of this website is to provide expectations, resources, and registration for programs involving minors. For additional information or questions, please contact University Ethics & Compliance at minorsoncampus@augusta.edu.
All Augusta University sponsored programs/activities held on or off campus where non-student minors are present MUST:
For questions concerning minors on campus, contact the following:
Registration and approval is required for all programs/activities serving non-student minors. It will ask basic questions and information about the program but will also require attestations that background checks and training have been completed.
In accordance with AU and USG policies, all program/activity staff (including volunteers) who will have contact with minors must undergo background checks.
All program/activity staff, including volunteers, who will have contact with minors must undergo training on the Programs Serving Minors policy, the Code of Conduct, and the responsibilities of being a mandatory reporter.
Augusta University is committed to the safety and well-being of children and the prompt reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect.
