Homecoming queen reflects on her accomplishments a Jaguar
"Her effort is relentless; she is truly a team player and is a person that I can count on to serve," says Celeste Stewart.
Partner with us to Welcome Incoming Jaguars & Members of our Jaguar Family
Every year, the Office of New Student & Family Transitions at Augusta University welcomes thousands of new students and their families to campus. We offer a variety of partnership opportunities designed to connect you with these individuals, raise awareness of your services, and integrate you into our comprehensive transition experience. As a partner, you play a vital role in creating a positive and lasting first impression, helping students and families feel welcomed and supported as they embark on their Augusta University journey. We offer numerous opportunities for engagement throughout the year, from orientation events to ongoing programs and communication channels. By collaborating with us, you can help new Jaguars and their supporters transition smoothly into their new academic and social environment, both on campus and in the city of Augusta.
Office of New Student & Family Transitions
Summerville Campus
Jaguar Student Activities Center
706-737-1610
@aug_newjags
SAC 102
The Office of New Student and Family Transitions at Augusta University provides a comprehensive suite of programs to support incoming students and their families throughout their journey at the university. Here's an overview of our engagement initiatives:
Online Welcome: This program kicks off the Augusta University experience, providing new students with essential information and resources to prepare for their arrival on campus.
Mentor and Mentee matches in the Jags4Jags Peer Mentorship Program.
Current family members in the Jaguar Family Hub.
* Facts and figures are accurate as of Fall 2024.
We believe that for a successful transition, it takes a village. How can you plug in?
Connect directly with new students and their families during high-traffic orientation events by hosting an information table at Jaguar Junction, a central hub of activity.
Offer specialized presentations during orientation lunch breaks, providing in-depth information about your services or resources tailored separately for students and parents/families.
Reach new students directly with a targeted advertisement in the Jaguar 411, the essential guidebook for incoming students.
Contribute valuable articles, tips, or announcements to the Jaguar Family Hub, the online platform for parents and families to stay connected to Augusta University.
Increase visibility and leave a lasting impression by providing branded merchandise or informative print materials for new student welcome bags or orientation events.
Collaborate with student organizations and leaders to reach new students through peer-to-peer engagement activities, events, or mentorship programs.
"Her effort is relentless; she is truly a team player and is a person that I can count on to serve," says Celeste Stewart.
The Office of New Student and Family Transitions took home a second award for its 2024 LEAP Week programming.
"It was never a competition for us. We got a lot closer when we started nursing school. We decided to help each other succeed," say Azalea and Frazhier Lagora.
“One of the most valuable lessons I have gained from the program is the concept of building engagement through pedagogy,” says Shengshuai (Joshua) Shan, MD, PhD.