Augusta, GA.—At the annual Fall Convocation, Aug. 9, that kicked off fall semester at Augusta State University, President William A. Bloodworth, Jr., announced that he will transition out of his 18-year presidency, with his final day being June 30, 2012.

“Making the decision to give up my job as president has been very difficult for me,” he said.  “But there’s a time for everything—and now is the right time for this decision.” Read the full story

Popularity: 8% [?]

Augusta, Ga. – Representatives from Augusta State University and four other academic institutions who are working together in the Savannah River Site Community Reuse Organization’s (SRSCRO) new Nuclear Workforce Initiative came together  at the Pinnacle Club for a grant celebration and signing of a five-year Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy. Read the full story

Popularity: 6% [?]

Augusta, Ga. – President William A. Bloodworth, Jr., was honored by Leadership Augusta with its Community Leadership Award at its annual State of the Region luncheon May 12 at the Augusta Country Club.

The award was presented by assistant vice president for campus development Jeffrey W.  Foley, last year’s award recipient and former commanding general of Ft. Gordon. Read the full story

Popularity: 3% [?]

Augusta, Ga. – Texas Lutheran University has named ASU President William A. Bloodworth, Jr., as a Most Distinguished Alumnus. A 1964 graduate, he received the award at the Alumni Association’s annual TLU Salutes dinner on Nov. 6 in Seguin, Tex. A native Texan, Dr. Bloodworth began his teaching career in the Texas public school system. Read the full story

Popularity: 1% [?]

ASU faculty and staff frequently provide expert commentary for news stories. Listed below are those who are quoted in the media this month.

William A. Bloodworth, Jr., ASU president, and Dan Whitfield, vice president for business operations – Augusta Chronicle, about budget reduction Read the full story

Popularity: 1% [?]