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The Office of 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, and protocol and special events.

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Office of 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.

Communications & Marketing

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.

Government Relations

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.

Protocol and Special Events

In the News

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Class of 2028 welcomed at Freshman Convocation

“We hope our new Jags leave Convocation feeling that they’re supported and welcomed by our campus community,” said Elizabeth Huggins, EdD.

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2024 Fall Kickoff sets bold vision in motion for Augusta University

“Join me in the belief that Augusta University will become the best university in America," said AU President Russell T. Keen, EdD.

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New faculty ‘Engage’ the start of their journey at Augusta University

“My hope is that this conference has energized this group to start their careers with Jag Nation engaged and ready to guide our students to success," said Zach Kelehear, EdD.

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Augusta University employees, graduates among Top 10 in 10

“Augusta University and the city are so connected. I see countless opportunities everyday of how we can further bridge the two together through unique collaborations."

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