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The Division of Administration & External Relations is responsible for strategically enhancing the profile, reputation and advancement of Augusta University through fostering meaningful relationships and partnerships with key external stakeholders.

We cultivate opportunities that support our mission, vision and values by developing new strategies and partnerships within communications and marketing, government relations, human resources, philanthropy and alumni engagement, protocol and special events, and volunteer services and community engagement.

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Administration & External Relations

Kelly Administration Building

AA-309

706-721-5580

Reporting Units

Communications & Marketing

Enhances our brand and reputation by leveraging opportunities to advance our research and educational missions through strategic and active storytelling.

Government Relations

Advises and partners with key stakeholders at the local, state and federal levels of government to impact legislation and policy that advances and supports our institutional goals and imperatives.

Human Resources

Delivers reliable resources, solutions and services in the best interests of all faculty, staff, students, retirees and customers that support the advancement of our university mission, vision and values.

Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement

Nurtures relationships with alumni, friends and the community to encourage support for students, programs and the university environment.

Protocol and Special Events

Manages high-level, high-impact university events and serves as a resource for faculty, staff and students on the planning, execution and procedural protocol implementation needed for hosting special events.

Volunteer Services & Community Engagement

Provides meaningful and impactful experiences for both volunteers and community partners that align with our university mission, vision and values.

In the News

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‘That internship prepared me for my current role’

"Students learn teamwork, project management, conflict resolution, communication skills, networking, critical thinking, problem-solving and much more."

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‘It is so rewarding to see what we can accomplish in just one day’: Augusta Gives brings in nearly $1.4 million

"It is so rewarding to see what we can accomplish in just one day. Augusta Gives benefits scholarships, athletics, academics, research, health care, innovation and other vital programs at Augusta University, and we are profoundly grateful for all the support,” said Brandon McCray, vice president for development in Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement.

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‘Die Zauberflöte’ comes to life at the Maxwell Theatre

Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)" will be performed by the Augusta University Opera Initiative, under the direction of Díana Thompson-Brewer, DMA, on Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23, at the Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre.

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‘Make a positive impact on the lives of others’: Augusta Gives set for March 20

Last year more than 800 donors brought in gifts totaling nearly $1.5 million to support hundreds of funds from which to choose that support education, health care, research and innovation.