Augusta University awarded $1.3 million grant to expand student support
“The TRIO SSS grant is more than funding; it is an investment in potential that will empower our students to persist and succeed,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.
The Office of Government Relations works with local, state and federal officials to advocate for the interests and needs of Augusta University and its community. We build and maintain strategic relationships with government stakeholders and inform them about our institutional goals and imperatives. We also monitor and analyze legislation and policy that affect our academic, research and health care missions.
Government Relations
Health Sciences Campus
AA 2000C
Capitol Office
Paul D. Coverdell Legislative Office Building
18 Capitol Square SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
Room 113
“The TRIO SSS grant is more than funding; it is an investment in potential that will empower our students to persist and succeed,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.
“Residents and fellows are key to attracting and retaining more doctors in Georgia," says David C. Hess, MD.
“We all want the same thing in health care: accessibility, affordability and quality. Telehealth gives us the opportunity to have all three," said U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter.
Over the past 12 years, Government Relations at Augusta University has recruited more than 20 outstanding students to participate in internships at the U.S. Capitol.