Savannah State University News

SSU Interim President Cynthia Robinson Alexander, J.D. (front row in blue suit) is surrounded by students, faculty, staff, friends and state representatives during SSU Day at the Capitol on Feb. 28. Savanah State University Hosted Day at the Capitol Feb. 28 Annual Event Celebrates SSU and Showcases Student Accomplishments Savannah State University hosted SSU Day at the Capitol on February 28, attracting alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends to the Georgia State Capitol in a show of support for the university. The annual tradition seeks to strengthen ties between the university and state legislators and fosters a collaborative environment that benefits the university and the Savannah community. SSU Day at the Capitol also serves as an opportunity to highlight university milestones and showcase student achievements. SSU Interim President Cynthia Robinson Alexander, J.D. led the SSU delegation that visited the Capitol from 8 – 11 a.m. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for our students

  Savannah State University Hosts 73rd Annual Southern Regional Press Institute Two-day Conference Will Feature More than 20 Communications Professionals Savannah State University (SSU) will host its 73rd annual Southern Regional Press Institute (SRPI) February 29 – March 1. The annual event seeks to help high school and college students acquire skills in communications. The event is free to attend, but pre-registration is required. The two-day event will feature more than 20 industry professionals presenting on topics related to multimedia and digital communications, journalism, public relations, and strategic communications. This year’s theme is “Artificial Intelligence in the Media and Pop Culture.” The event’s two keynote speakers are Bud Johnson , a professional content creator and freelance photographer and writer; and Paula Wambui-Pinzon , a senior engineer at NetApp. Wambui-Pinzon will present at 9 a.m., Feb. 29 in the Howard Jordan Torian Auditorium. Johnson will present at 12

Today, Savannah State University was honored to host a delegation from the Netherlands to discuss opportunities for academic and cultural collaborations. We are excited about the potential for future student and business exchange opportunities. We look forward to building meaningful partnerships! Savannah State is grateful to our partners at World Trade Center Savannah for facilitating this conversation.

SSU Hosts Asa R. Gordon For the Presentation of “Bullets to Ballots” Feb. 21 - 22 Savannah State University's Asa H. Gordon Library is honored to host Mr. Asa R. Gordon on February 21 at 4 p.m. and February 22 at 2 p.m. to share his new virtual exhibit "Bullets to Ballots: Voting Rights Legacy of the United States Colored Troops." The virtual exhibit shares the impact of black Civil War veterans, freedmen, and white congressional allies during the Reconstruction period. The exhibit will be hosted in the Asa H. Gordon Library’s Art Gallery on the second floor. Asa R. Gordon is a research historian and consulting curator of the African American Civil War Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. His work on the voting rights legacy of the United States Colored Troops garnered him the National Civil Rights Conference Civil Rights and Social Justice Award in 2016. He also serves as secretary-general of the Sons and Daughters of the United States Colored Troops. Gordon is also

  Each year the Academic Affairs Office of the University System of Georgia (USG) Board of Regents requires all 26 USG institutions to review all academic programs degree programs including low enrolled and low degree producing programs.  Institutions are expected to continually monitor the enrollment and production of programs as well as evaluate how their portfolio of programs contribute to the strategic missions of the University System of Georgia and the institution. Savannah State University and the other 25 USG institutions are undergoing this review during the current Spring semester. Under the leadership of the Interim provost, Dr. Richard C. Miller who is working with the academic deans, a comprehensive review of our programs began last week and the process will continue until completed. No program recommendations or decisions have been made.

Who: The Savannah State University (SSU) Fine Arts Department presents the HBCU Dance History Collaborative, featuring the SSU Dance Ensemble, the Bethune Cookman University Dance Ensemble and the Elite Army Dance Group. What: The production is the first collaboration of its kind at SSU and it elevates dance works from two historic institutions in the name of black excellence and black history. The concert features choreography from dance majors Peach Torrence and Syncere Tyus, and sociology major Richard Robbins, along with brilliant student choreography from the Bethune Cookman dance program. When: Saturday, February 17 at 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7 p.m.) Where: The Kennedy Theater on the SSU campus, 3219 College Street, Savanah, Ga. 31404 There is a $5 suggested donation.

  Georgia Poetry Circuit Will Host Craft Talk and Public Reading Poet Patrick Rosal Hosts Two Separate Events on Feb. 23   What: Georgia Poetry Circuit Reading Craft Talk and Public Reading. Who: Patrick Rosal, author of five full-length poetry collections including The Last Thing: New and Selected Poems, winner of the William Carlos Williams Book Award from the Poetry Society of America. When: Craft Talk: Friday, Feb. 23 at 3 p.m. Public Reading: Friday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Craft Talk: Savannah State University’s Asa H. Gordon Library Art Gallery, 3219 College Street, Savannah, Ga. 31404 Public Reading: The Book Lady Bookstore, 6 E. Liberty Street, Savannah, Ga. 31401 For more information regarding the campus event, please email fariesc@savannahstate.edu.

The Savannah Book Festival at SSU is Feb. 16 Savannah State University will host eight best-selling authors on February 16 as part a book festival hosting event at Savannah State University (SSU). The event provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to attend talks on campus and hear from the authors on a variety of topics, including the writing process, subject matter in fiction and non-fiction, and the publishing process. The event is made possible in partnership with the SFB@Schools program. More information about the visiting authors and their work can be found at Meet The Authors - Savannah Book Festival The annual Savannah Book Festival runs February 15 – 18. Festival Saturday includes free presentations by more than 30 authors appearing at different venues throughout Savannah. The collaboration between SSU and the Savannah Book Festival dates back to 2012 and is coordinated by Dr. Lisa Yount, SSU professor of philosophy and vice president of the Savannah Book Fest

  Estuary Literary Arts Journal  Accepting Submissions for Spring 2024 Issue   Savannah State University’s Estuary literary arts journal is now accepting submissions for its Spring 2024 issue. Students, faculty and staff are invited to submit to Estuary and take part in both college-level and university-wide competitions. Submissions are being accepted through the month of February.   Competition categories include best poem, best short story and best narrative non-fiction. One winner from each college will be selected with a best overall. Winners receive two copies of the 150-page published journal, a printed award, and an Estuary t-shirt. Best overall in each category also receives a $25 gift card. Authors of all published work receive a free copy of the journal and will be invited to read and the launch party scheduled for late April.   Additionally, the journal will accept submissions of artwork, comics, and anything imaginative.    All submissions should be emailed to est

Dr. Andrea Moore, associate professor of biology,  is the new coordinator for the FYE program. SSU's Dr. Moore is New Coordinator for FYE Program The Office of Academic Affairs, under the guidance of Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Richard Miller, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Andrea Moore, Associate Professor, Biology, as the Academic Coordinator for the First-Year Experience (FYE) Program. Dr. Moore brings experience, dedication, and history of success. Her commitment to academic rigor and student accomplishment has been evident throughout her tenure at Savannah State University where she continues her service to Faculty Senate, after having served as Faculty Senate President for two years, and will continue her responsibilities as Associate Professor in the College of Science and Technology. In expressing his gratitude, Provost Miller extended his sincere thanks to Frank J. Mendelson, Lecturer, College of Business Administration, Managemen

The 73rd  Annual Southern Regional Press Institute (SRPI) hosted by Savannah State University's Department of Journalism and Mass Communications will be held Feb. 29 - March 1. This year's theme is "Artificial Intelligence: Shaping Media and Pop Culture." Students may register HERE . For further information, contact SRPI director Kareem McMichael at 912-358-3352 or srpi@savannahstate.edu

From left, Dr. Jonathan Lambright, interim assistant vice president for Institutional Research Planning and Assessment/Office of Sponsored Research Administration; SSU Interim President Cynthia Robinson Alexander, J.D.; Dr. Nancy Linden, director of SSU's Center for Professional Excellence; and SSU alumnus James Ofori. SSU Campus Campaign Helps Students Build Skills for Success Effort Addresses Readiness Gap in the Workplace A newly installed display at Savannah State University’s (SSU) Asa H. Gordon Library shines a spotlight on the accomplishments of historical African-American figures with the aim to inspire students to expand their skills and reach for ever higher goals. The exhibit is the latest development of the Super Skills Campaign , a 32-week effort during the 2023-24 academic year organized by SSU’s Center for Professional Excellence (CPE). Each week the campaign highlights one historical African-American figure and points to the skills mastered by each individual to ac