MGA Natural Sciences

09/18/2026

Professor Kirby Sssswensssson & Jason Clark brought the campus a great presentation! 🐍

09/17/2026

The first Young Physician’s Initiative Workshop for the Fall semester series is Thursday, September 24th, 3:30-4:30pm, Jones 396 (Macon Campus).

This session will include a student panel discussing/answering questions on applying to medical school – application, MCAT, extracurriculars, personal statements, etc. All are welcome to attend! 🩺🩻

09/17/2026

Crikey! Biology majors in MGA's Study Abroad Australia course visited the Australia Zoo yesterday! They met koalas and kangaroos.

09/15/2026

Please join the Science Club for our upcoming meeting! All are welcome!

09/15/2026

Science & Engineering students are invited to join the CCLD for our Atlanta Gas Light Corporate Tour on October 16 and get a behind-the-scenes look at a major employer, learn more about career opportunities (including future internships), and see how what you’re learning at MGA connects to the world of work.

🚍 Transportation is available with pick-up at the Macon and Cochran campuses.
📅 October 16, All day trip. Cochran pick-up at 8 a.m.; Macon pick-up at 9 a.m.
⚠️ Space is limited, and students must sign up in advance via Handshake.

Whether you’re interested in accounting, finance, STEM, marketing, management and operations, communications, fire science, or just want to explore what opportunities could be available in the energy sector — come see where your degree could take you!

👉 Sign up in advance to reserve your spot
📝 Include a short paragraph about why you want to attend and your resume
📅Schedule an appointment before the trip to go over your resume or attend one of our resume workshops!

https://mga.joinhandshake.com/events/1995066/share_preview

09/15/2026

Science & Engineering students, this is a great opportunity to learn about career opportunities with Atlanta Gas Light! Highly recommend you take advantage of this experience!

09/15/2026

Biology majors in MGA's Study Abroad Australia had a chance to visit some of the well known landmarks in Sydney, including the Opera House the Australia Museum

09/15/2026

Have you been hearing about super El Niño this fall? Read up on it in this week's Faculty Q&A with our very own, Dr. Tom Hancock.

“Super El Niño” is one of the trending weather stories as meteorologists look ahead to what could be an unusually active winter. But what exactly is El Niño, and what could it mean for Georgia? Dr. Tom Hancock, associate professor of biology, explains the science behind this climate pattern, why Georgia could be in for a wetter and colder winter, and what Georgians should know if snow and ice make an appearance.

"I do not think Middle Georgia will have the same experience as the North Georgia mountains this winter, but we are always on the edge, therefore I expect colder temperatures, more rain, ice, and possibly snow than normal."

More: https://www.mga.edu/news/2026/09/what-super-el-nino-could-mean-for-georgia-middle-georgia-state-university-faculty-QandA.php

MGA Natural Sciences

09/14/2026

The Doctor for a Day event will take place Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm EDT in Macon, Georgia at Mercer University School of Medicine. Registration begins at 8:00 am and ends at 9:00 am. Participants will be able to participate in hands-on medical cases and sessions, and be able to seek mentorship and network with people from a variety of backgrounds. Speakers will share their medical career journeys and motivational stories, provide a step-by-step guide on how to successfully prepare for medical school, and offer crucial guidance and advice into pursuing medicine as a career. Register today!

09/10/2026

Majors Mixer was well attended in Macon. Thanks to all who presented and attended!