Dr. Christopher Blake will be formally installed as the first permanent president of Middle Georgia State College on October 17. In the days leading up to the inauguration, there will be a variety of events taking place on Middle Georgia State’s campuses. 

All events are open to the public and, unless noted, admission is free. 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11

Macon Campus

8:00 a.m.: 5K & Fun Run, $20 if registered before Oct. 1; $30 after Oct. 1. Register at http://www.mga.edu/inauguration/fun-run.aspx. All proceeds go toward Middle Georgia State College scholarships. For more information: [email protected]

MONDAY, OCTOBER 13

Cochran Campus            

All day: Student Arts Festival, RUSSELL HALL, PEACOCK GALLERY. For more information: [email protected]

Macon Campus

All day: Student Arts Festival, PROFESSIONAL SCIENCES CENTER, 2nd FLOOR. For more information:[email protected]

3:00-6:30 p.m.: Georgia Humanities Council Symposia: Stories from the Great Recession, PROFESSIONAL SCIENCES CENTER, BANQUET HALL. For more information: [email protected]

        3:00-4-15 p.m. Presentation of Student Digital Stories and Short Film
        4:30-5:15 p.m. Panel Discussion
        5:30-6:30 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Stephen Corey, editor of the Georgia Review.

3:00-5:00 p.m.: School of Health Sciences presents Addressing the Future of Health Care Symposium, ARTS COMPLEX THEATRE.

5:00-6:00 p.m.: School of Information Technology presents Technology Showcase, PROFESSIONAL SCIENCES CENTER, SCHOOL OF IT. For more information:[email protected]

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14

Cochran Campus            

12:00-4:00 p.m., Fall Festival, WALKER HALL (outside). For more information: [email protected]

Dublin Campus

10:00-Noon: School of Health Sciences and Smart Choices 4 Me Team present Heart and Lung Exhibits, MAIN BUILDING. For more information:[email protected]

Macon Campus

2:00-4:00 p.m.: School of Health Sciences presents Patient Care Simulation Exhibit, JONES BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR. 

5:30 p.m.: School of Business presents Business Ethics Panel Discussion, PROFESSIONAL SCIENCES CENTER, BANQUET HALL. For more information:[email protected]

7:00 p.m.: Student Life presents musician Gary Johnson. Recently named Musician of the Year by Campus Activities Magazine, Mr. Johnson uses Live Looping technology, layering instrumental and vocal tracks to create a full band sound. MATH AUDITORIUM. For more information: [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15

Cochran Campus            

4:00-6:00 p.m.: International Festival featuring food and entertainment, including performance by The Midlife Chryslers. WALKER HALL (outside). For more information: [email protected]

4:00-6:00 p.m. Ribbon Cutting/Open House and Reception for School of Health Sciences' Occupational Therapy Assistant and Nursing Departments' new facility. ROBERTS LIBRARY, first floor. For more information: [email protected].

5:30 p.m. Percussionist Miguel Castro, Middle Georgia State College’s artist-in-residence, performing with the student band, the Jazz Knights, WALKER HALL (outside). For more information:[email protected]            

Macon Campus

7:00 p.m.: Student Life presents Joel Meyers, illusionist, comedian and magician, MATH AUDITORIUM. For more information: [email protected]

Warner Robins Campus              

10:30 a.m.: Guest Speaker: Dr. Benjamin S. Lawson, Fulbright Scholar and English professor at Florida State University. His topic is “Worlds Awaiting: A Talk on Global Perspectives.” WALKER AUDITORIUM. For more information: [email protected]

11:30-1:30 p.m. International Food Festival presented by the Office of Student Life featuring   performances by the International Students and Studies Association members. OAK HALL. For more information: [email protected]

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16

Eastman Campus

11:15 a.m.  School of Aviation presents Aviation Day at the Eastman Campus with guest speaker Mr. Steve Justice, director of the Georgia Center of Innovation for Aerospace. His topic is “The Aerospace Industry in Georgia.” POWERPLANT HANGAR. For more information: [email protected]
 
11:30 a.m.  School of Aviation’s special presentation to President Christopher Blake.  POWERPLANT HANGAR. For more information: [email protected]


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

Macon Campus

7:00 p.m.: Student Life presents the Brazilian 2wins Band, Walter and Wagner Caldas of Rio de Janeiro, who pull aspects from pop, rock, funk, fusion, hip hop and Latin into customizing every show to fit the audience and atmosphere. ARTS COMPLEX THEATRE. For more information: [email protected]