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Our mission is to recruit, develop, and empower students to be active leaders who are engaged, healthy, and culturally competent; to advocate for diversity, inclusion, and respect; and to inspire students to realize their educational goals and personal potential.

The vision of our departments is to create a transformative college experience from recruitment to graduation that fosters holistic growth, civic engagement, and courageous leadership in a dynamic global society.

 

Our Guiding Principles

Augusta University's Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs is guided by a few important principles.

 

Office of the Vice President for Enrollment and Student AffairsAbout Us

SUSAN DAVIES, PhD

Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs

Susan Davies, Ph.D., serves as Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs at Augusta University.  Her love and advocacy for student success began in college as an orientation leader, which led to pursuing avenues to serve professionally in higher education. Now, as VP, she brings more than 25 years of experience, providing overall leadership and management of the Division’s 19 departments.  Her vision and decision-making are rooted in the belief that students are our #1 priority.

A leader and ally among students and her peers, Dr. Davies was the project leader - both in the creation and launch - of Augusta University’s 2022-2027 Strategic Enrollment Management Plan. The SEM Plan connects recruitment with student success and retention, focusing on goals and strategies that position AU for future enrollment growth.

Prior to Augusta University, she was Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management at Appalachian State University, and Director of Admissions at Georgia Southern University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Georgia Southern University, a master’s degree in college student development from Bowling Green State University, and a doctorate in educational studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. 

In addition, she is a member of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, the Southern Association for College Student Affairs, and the American Association of Collegiate Registrar and Admissions Officers. She served as a faculty member for the SACSA and NASPA Region III’s Mid-Managers Institute in 2019 and 2022, and co-chairs the NASPA Enrollment Management Knowledge Community. She is the 2022-2023 chair of the Regents Administrative Committee on Enrollment Management.

Dr. Susan Davies has been married to Dr. Nigel Davies for 20 years, and they have two dogs. They enjoy traveling and all things outdoors – growing their small farm, camping, hiking, kayaking, and boating.


Associate Vice Presidents

Scott Wallace

Scott T. Wallace, Ph.D.

Associate Vice President and Dean of Students

Alexis Pope

Alexis Pope, Ed.D.

Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management

Stanley Singleton

Stanley Singleton, Ph.D.

Associate Vice President for Student Success

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Colin Stewart, Ph.D.

Associate Vice President for Student Affairs

Garret Green

Garrett Green, Ph.D.

Associate Vice President for Access, Success, and Belonging

 

Office of the Vice President

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Jessica Cooley

Director, Business Operations

Pattiann M Taylor

Pattiann M. Taylor

Assistant to the Vice President, Enrollment and Student Affairs

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Kayleigh Brown

Digital Specialist

Communications Strategist

Jamison Guice

Communications Strategist

Administrative Assistant III

Gennie Verbeck

Administrative Assistant III

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Contact Us

Enrollment & Student Affairs

Summerville Campus

Bellevue Hall

Suite 101

706-737-1411

Departments


Academic Admissions

Undergraduate Admissions

 

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions works directly with prospective students in guiding them to find the perfect program to help them achieve their goals and aspirations. We aim to create a seamless journey into Augusta University. Responsibilities include handling the entirety of undergraduate admissions through student search, on and off campus events, and informational sessions.

Financial Aid

Financial Aid

 

Financial Aid works to offer scholarships, grants and other forms of aid to current and incoming students. Financial Aid facilitates the federal work study program and offers loan education (and other financial awareness programming) to students and the campus community.

Graduate Admissions Operations

Graduate Admissions Operations

 

The Office of Graduate Admissions Operations works with prospective graduate students to provide a clear, efficient, and timely processes necessary to be considered for admission to AU’s graduate programs. Our goal is to assist prospective students to gain admission to their desired program in a streamlined process and provide support for graduate programs faculty and staff in the admissions process.

Student Life and Engagement

Student Life and Engagement

 

The Office of Student Life and Engagement (SLE) supports close to 300 student organizations and advises the Jaguar Production Crew, the Student Government Association (SGA), and more. This office fosters student leadership and creates a vibrant campus life through student-centered programming.

Multicultural Student Engagement

Multicultural Student Engagement

 

The Department of Multicultural Student Engagement (MSE) aims to provide education, training, and programming to foster belonging in the Augusta University community. The office collaborates with departments, colleges, and student organizations to promote our Augusta University value of inclusivity.

Students onstage in the Maxwell Theatre

Maxwell Theatre

 

The Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre is the cultural heart of the Augusta University campus, and hosts countless performances throughout the year for students, faculty, staff and community members to enjoy. As the largest venue and front door to the Summerville Campus, it supports recruitment activities and student events.

The Office of the Dean of Students

The Office of the Dean of Students 

 

The Office of the Dean of Students is committed to supporting and advocating for students in need by providing resources, guidance, and intervention pathways.

Student Counseling and Psychological Services

Student Counseling and Psychological Services

 

Student Counseling and Psychological Services (SCAPS) provides walk-in crisis services and a range of prevention and outreach programming to our students. SCAPS also offers consultations and individual, couples, and group therapy.

 

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation

 

Campus Recreation provides opportunities for Augusta University students, faculty and staff to participate in physical activities like personal training, intramural and club sports, group and instructional fitness classes and outdoor adventures.

Testing and Disability Services

Testing and Disability Services

 

The Office of Testing and Disability Services (TDS) helps ensure an accessible and positive college experience for students with disabilities. TDS offers a variety of testing services for students and non-student visitors to the testing center including: career certifications, test proctoring, and administration of assessments for academic admissions.

Student Health Services

Student Health Services

 

The mission of Student Health Services is to provide quality health care and preventive services to AU students. AU’s Student Health Clinic offers a variety of services and sponsors several health awareness programs throughout the year.

 

Housing and Residence Life

Housing and Residence Life 

 

Housing and Residence Life strives to create a transformational on-campus experience for our students who live on campus. Dedicated housing staff work to provide residents with intellectual, social, cultural and recreational experiences.

Student Wellness

Student Wellness

 

Student Wellness Programs (SWP) is established to help students work toward a longer, healthier, and happier life by finding balance in all the factors that contribute to students’ overall wellness. SWP works together with several campus and community partners to provide AU students with a variety programs, services, and resources to promote student success, resilience, engagement, and well-being.

Family and new student during orientation

New Student and Family Transitions

 

The Office of New Student and Family Transitions helps new Jaguars adjust to life at Augusta University. The office facilitates the Jaguar Nation Orientation & Welcome programs for new undergraduates, manages the Parent and Family Association, and hosts retention programming throughout the year.

 

 


Academic Advising

Academic Advisement

 

The Academic Advisement Center assists students with understanding the university’s core curriculum, navigating an intended degree program, next term advisement, course registration, and locating campus support services.

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Career Services

 

Career Services envisions a future where every Jag graduates with the skills, experience, professional connections, and academic knowledge to pursue careers that lead to personal fulfillment, financial wellness, positive contributions to workplaces and communities, and continued engagement with the AU family.

 

Testing and Disability Services

Academic Success Center

 

The Center for Learning and Academic Success (CLAS) enables all students to reach their highest academic potential through innovative ASII courses, course-based academic support, and student-centered educational strategies.

Military and Veteran Services

Military and Veteran Services

 

The Office of Military and Veteran Services is committed to making the transition from military to university easier for service members and their families. This office processes military benefits, engages the student veteran community, and manages the Augusta University site at Fort Gordon.

 

Health Professions Outreach.

Health Professions Outreach

 

Health Professions Outreach (HPO) guides undergraduate students through the application process for graduate programs in the health profession. Whether students know their desired graduate studies pathway or are unclear and need direction, HPO gladly provides instruction; offers relevant experiences that make students more competitive applicants; and empowers them to finish well.

News and Events

A couple dress up as Woody and Jessie from Toy Story for Match Day as they open their envelopes for their residency

MCG students enjoy the moment of Match Day

For 244 Medical College of Georgia students, Match Day at SRP Park was the culmination of hard work and dedication.

A young couple in white coats pose in front of the Medical College of Georgia

The perfect match

“I’m very thankful to have gone through medical school with my partner. We’re on the same journey together, and I think we really can support each other. I think it was awesome," said Emily Austin.

downtown mural

Making mural magic in downtown Augusta

Communications and Marketing will be hosting “Mingle at the Mural” on Monday, March 18 from noon until 1:30 p.m. at 1030 Reynolds St. to celebrate the new downtown mural created by Augusta University students, faculty and staff.

photo from article Augusta University invests $6 million to boost faculty and staff amid enrollment surge

Augusta University invests $6 million to boost faculty and staff amid enrollment surge

This significant investment was primarily aimed at bolstering areas where the university expects to see the most growth in core classes that first- and second-year students need to progress toward their degree, but the funding will also support all areas of enrollment growth through increasing student support in areas.


Give

Giving is fundamental to ensuring our students and university community get the resources they need to thrive.


Open Paws Food Pantry Fund

Help feed the students of Augusta University who are in need. End hunger and malnutrition of college students across our campus.
Fund ID 297270

Student Emergency Fund

Provides limited financial assistance to enrolled students facing hardship related to an emergency
Fund ID 297000

Dean of Students Discretionary Fund

Supports division events for staff including award ceremonies, leadership workshops, homecoming events, and other professional development activities
Fund ID 297220


For a complete list of funds, visit the “Make a Gift” site and sort by fund name or fund area.  Search the term “Enrollment & Student Affairs” to see all the funds that support our division.

Learn more about how giving impacts our university.