Thomas Byelick of Lawrenceville, GA (30044) was awarded gold stars by The Citadel for achieving a 3.7 grade point average or higher during the 2018 spring semester. Cadets and students who achieve gold star recognition are also placed on The Citadel’s dean’s list.

DaSean Daniels of Lawrenceville, GA (30044) was awarded gold stars by The Citadel for achieving a 3.7 grade point average or higher during the 2018 spring semester. Cadets and students who achieve gold star recognition are also placed on The Citadel’s dean’s list.

Freshman Recruit Orientation Group (FROG) Week, which ran Aug. 12-18, marked the transition of more than 200 incoming freshmen, including Mckinley Davis of Lawrenceville, GA, in the Corps of Cadets from civilians to cadets at UNG, one of six senior military colleges in the nation.

FROG Week is a tradition dating back to at least the 1960s at UNG. Retired Maj. Richard Neikirk, assistant commandant of cadets at UNG, said about a third of those participating are completely new to the military experience, while the rest have Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) experience.

Neikirk said the training helps incoming cadets learn about time management, academic expectations, room standards, discipline, rappelling, road marching, and simply the right and wrong way to do things. He said “we treat them all the same” and see how each cadet develops from there.

Freshman Recruit Orientation Group (FROG) Week, which ran Aug. 12-18, marked the transition of more than 200 incoming freshmen, including Alexander Haller of Lawrenceville, GA, in the Corps of Cadets from civilians to cadets at UNG, one of six senior military colleges in the nation.

FROG Week is a tradition dating back to at least the 1960s at UNG. Retired Maj. Richard Neikirk, assistant commandant of cadets at UNG, said about a third of those participating are completely new to the military experience, while the rest have Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) experience.

Neikirk said the training helps incoming cadets learn about time management, academic expectations, room standards, discipline, rappelling, road marching, and simply the right and wrong way to do things. He said “we treat them all the same” and see how each cadet develops from there.

Gregory Snyder, a resident of Lawrenceville, made the Summer 2018 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and was among 400 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

To be eligible for the Academic Achievement List, a student must previously earn at least 12 credit hours at GSW, be enrolled in 3 to 11 hours of courses, and earn a 3.5 or higher GPA.

Georgia Southwestern State University, located in Americus, Ga., is a public, four-year unit of the University System of Georgia with more than 3,000 students. Georgia Southwestern offers outstanding professional programs of study as well as degrees in the arts, humanities, sciences and graduate programs in business, computer science, education, English, and nursing. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southwestern is recognized as one of the best value small colleges in the nation. Visit www.gsw.edu for more information.

Toritseju Etiwe of Lawrenceville was among the incoming students welcomed to campus on June 22 for MAP Day (Making a Petrel Day) for students who have committed to attend Oglethorpe.

During MAP Days, first-year students meet with advisors, enroll in fall semester classes, and receive official Petrel Pass student IDs.

Classes start August 20, 2018.

Paige Mullen of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Mullen and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Julia Gib of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Gib and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Rachel Oberholtzer of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Oberholtzer and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Nicholas Graves of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Graves and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Nicholas Graves of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Graves and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Alexandria Kuzel of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Kuzel and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Sarah Hustey of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Hustey and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Charles Walker of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized Walker and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Sara McKellar of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized McKellar and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

Bryce DeLoach of Lawrenceville was recognized as a scholarship recipient during Piedmont College’s Convocation Service September 4 in the chapel.

The annual ceremony marks the official start of the 2018-19 academic year. President James F. Mellichamp welcomed the 258-member class of 2022, which represents 20 states and 14 countries. Dean of Admissions Cindy Peterson noted that the freshman class boasts an average high school GPA of 3.47, and some 45 percent of the new students entered Piedmont with dual enrollment and AP credits.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel Silber recognized DeLoach and other Piedmont students who received academic scholarships and grants for the school year. The names of the scholarship recipients were also listed in the Convocation program.

During a 15-minute address that evoked hip-hop, scripture and childhood memories, keynote speaker Julian “J. Kwest” DeShazier, a national speaker, advocate and emcee, encouraged the first-year students to engage with new ideas and embrace those who “think differently and look different from you.”

“Crash into your own fences,” said the Chicago native. “Dedicate yourself to becoming the best version of yourself. When you do that, you are doing the work of God.”

On June 8, Oglethorpe University welcomed incoming students to campus for MAP Day (Making a Petrel), required and reserved for students who have committed to attend Oglethorpe. During the three MAP Days, first-year students meet with advisors, enroll in fall semester classes, and receive official Petrel Pass student IDs. Classes start August 20, 2018.

At the start of each academic year, Oglethorpe’s annual Orientation Day of Service takes the entire freshman class — plus transfer students, members of Alpha Phi Omega and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, and Achieve Atlanta Scholars — to volunteer at locations throughout the Atlanta area.

This year, Angel Guevara was among more than 300 students who volunteered at one of 17 local nonprofit organizations. The contributed work is valued at over $25,000 for the day.

Nonprofits visited included: Trees Atlanta, International Rescue Committee, The Drake House, The Wylde Center/Oakhurst Garden, The Wylde Center/Hawk Hollow Garden, Frazer Center, Making A Way Housing, Inc., Hosea Feed the Hungry, AG Rhodes Health and Rehabilitation Center, Friends of Disabled Adults and Children, Books for Africa, Atlanta Community Food Bank, MedShare International, The Latin American Association, Charles R. Drew Charter School, UHOPE CDC, and the Latin American Association.

“We used our time and talents to impact communities in ways that cannot be quantified,” said Jessica Winestock, associate director of A_LAB, Civic Engagement at Oglethorpe. “We befriended young children as we handed out food, we laughed with seniors over a game of bingo, and we learned lessons in mechanics as we helped to build wheelchairs.”

Experiences such as the Orientation Day of Service are not just “feel good” events. Service Learning curricula melds the classroom experience with the rigors of service, instilling sought-after qualities such as teamwork, leadership, empathy, and enthusiasm, as well as concrete foundations for creative and intellectual advancement.

On June 8, Oglethorpe University welcomed incoming students to campus for MAP Day (Making a Petrel), required and reserved for students who have committed to attend Oglethorpe. During the three MAP Days, first-year students meet with advisors, enroll in fall semester classes, and receive official Petrel Pass student IDs. Classes start August 20, 2018.

At the start of each academic year, Oglethorpe’s annual Orientation Day of Service takes the entire freshman class — plus transfer students, members of Alpha Phi Omega and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, and Achieve Atlanta Scholars — to volunteer at locations throughout the Atlanta area.

This year, Amber Bell was among more than 300 students who volunteered at one of 17 local nonprofit organizations. The contributed work is valued at over $25,000 for the day.

Nonprofits visited included: Trees Atlanta, International Rescue Committee, The Drake House, The Wylde Center/Oakhurst Garden, The Wylde Center/Hawk Hollow Garden, Frazer Center, Making A Way Housing, Inc., Hosea Feed the Hungry, AG Rhodes Health and Rehabilitation Center, Friends of Disabled Adults and Children, Books for Africa, Atlanta Community Food Bank, MedShare International, The Latin American Association, Charles R. Drew Charter School, UHOPE CDC, and the Latin American Association.

“We used our time and talents to impact communities in ways that cannot be quantified,” said Jessica Winestock, associate director of A_LAB, Civic Engagement at Oglethorpe. “We befriended young children as we handed out food, we laughed with seniors over a game of bingo, and we learned lessons in mechanics as we helped to build wheelchairs.”

Experiences such as the Orientation Day of Service are not just “feel good” events. Service Learning curricula melds the classroom experience with the rigors of service, instilling sought-after qualities such as teamwork, leadership, empathy, and enthusiasm, as well as concrete foundations for creative and intellectual advancement.

Christopher Sanders of Lawrenceville enrolled in Clemson University for the fall 2018 semester.

Sanders‘s major is General Engineering.