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If you have a story idea or achievement to share, the Augusta University Communications office is here for you.

Our expert team of writers can help craft and share your message with the entire university and health system community. Using a wide selection of communication channels, including websites, magazines, social media channels, news coverage and more, we seek to bring awareness to Augusta University's mission as a public research university and medical center dedicated to training the next generation of innovators, leaders and health care providers.

 

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Communications & Media Relations

706-721-7406

communications@augusta.edu

1459 Laney Walker Blvd.,
Augusta, GA 30901

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For Augusta University Media

On deadline? Reporters can reach a member of the university media relations team 24 hours a day, seven days a week with our on-call number:
706-522-3023

For AU Health Media

706-715-3409

How can we help you?

Our mission is to enhance the brand of Augusta University and leverage media and internal communications opportunities to advance our clinical, research and educational missions. We love to support our institutional partners’ implementation of their strategic initiatives through all communications and marketing activities. We look forward to collaborating with you to advance the mission of Augusta University!

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Calendar Guide

Any member of the Augusta University community can sign up and add events to the calendar.

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Editorial standards

To receive a login to the university style guide, email communications@augusta.edu.

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For the Media

The Jagwire Newsroom is a resource for journalists covering Augusta University and AU Health.

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In the Wild Podcast

Don’t miss an episode by subscribing at Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play.

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Jagwire Events Weekly

Never miss another event! Every Monday, you’ll get a list sent directly to your inbox.

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Jag Mobile

Jag Mobile is a one-stop virtual location for all need-to-know information and a centralized resource for other apps. Download on the Apple Store or Google Play. 

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Jagwire News

Find the latest updates from Augusta University and AU Health. Submit your news today!

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Subscribe to newsletters

Be in the know with Jagwire Weekly News, Weekly Health System Update and Real Keel.

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Training Resources

Find tools to help you use Poppulo, WordPress, tips for working with the media and more.

Promoting an event?

Our team is happy to support your event by providing graphic design support; sharing your event with local media; and advertising your event on the university’s news site, newsletters, app and social media accounts.  

 However, if you need help planning or coordinating your event, review the event planning resources provided by the Office of Protocol & Special Events. Note that Communications & Marketing does not manage or organize events for other units.

Jagwire News

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Protecting the home front: Cities battle to keep their computer systems safe from cyberattacks

Hackers continue to make more frequent and sophisticated attempts to infiltrate municipalities and government computer systems. In the past month, Augusta, Georgia, and Dallas, Texas, are among the cities who have seen system breaches. Some of the unauthorized access is simply people clicking on a wrong link while others are premeditated attempts to steal data through the breach.

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From first-gen struggles to success: How Augusta University helps students overcome obstacles

Entering college as a first-generation student can be both exciting and overwhelming. While pursuing higher education creates new opportunities, it also comes with challenges. First-generation students often face unique obstacles, such as navigating the application process, managing finances and adjusting to campus culture.

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Augusta University appoints initial leadership team for new School of Public Health

Augusta University has announced the initial leadership team for the new School of Public Health, led by incoming inaugural dean Teresa Waters, PhD. The team consists of Jie Chen, PhD, Gianluca De Leo, PhD, Aaron Johnson, PhD, and Bobbie Willcox.

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Shop local to show your Jaguar pride: Escape Outdoors stocks shelves with Augusta University gear

Escape Outdoors now offers Augusta University merchandise, including T-shirts, hats, stickers, purse straps and more.

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