Georgia Southern University College of Science and Mathematics

Join us for the next installment of our Census Bureau webinar series! As the official Southern Hub, our Statistical Consulting Unit hosts virtual meetings connecting you with experts on how to use Census Bureau data.

Log in Thursday, August 20 at 3 p.m. where the topic will be opportunities for Tribal Colleges and Universities. Registration is required, so sign up through the link today!🔗https://bit.ly/4z3b7gf

Congratulations to COSM alumna Jenny Laminack on being chosen for the Alumni Association's 40 Under 40 Class of 2026!

Jenny earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2010 and her Master of Science in Biology in 2013 from Georgia Southern. We are proud to celebrate her achievements and this well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations, Jenny! We are proud to celebrate your accomplishments and the lasting impact you continue to make as a Biology alumna and member of the Georgia Southern community.

Read more: https://alumni.georgiasouthern.edu/events-programs/40-under-40/40-under-40-class-of-2026/jenny-laminack/

Congratulations to COSM alumnus Robert Jenkins on being selected for the 40 Under 40 Class of 2026!

Robert earned his Bachelor of Arts in Geology from Georgia Southern in 2014 and is being recognized for his professional achievements, leadership and commitment to making a positive impact.

We are proud to celebrate Robert's accomplishments and this well-deserved honor. Congratulations, Robert, and thank you for representing COSM and Eagle Nation so well!

Read more: https://alumni.georgiasouthern.edu/events-programs/40-under-40/40-under-40-class-of-2026/robert-jenkins/

Expanding research opportunities for our students.

Mark dela Cerna, Ph.D., spent his summer working with the national CUREs community to bring more hands-on research directly into our classrooms.

Read how he's making biochemistry more interactive 🔗 https://bit.ly/4wtbtuY

Research took center stage this summer!

CAMS Symposium: Featured 28 student research presentations and hosted guest speakers from five partner universities.

Institute for Coastal Plain Science Open House: Brought together leaders from six universities and state agencies to focus on coastal sustainability and resilience.

Summer Research Showcase: Displayed over 90 student and faculty projects at the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center.

2026 Awards Celebration: Capped off the week by recognizing outstanding faculty, staff, graduate students and alumni.

Thank you to all of our education, industry and government partners who joined us to support student discovery and development!

🔗 https://bit.ly/3TPPj7I

Georgia Southern was always Jaida Bedgood's dream school. With a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation scholarship in hand, this valedictorian is enrolling as a biology student this fall and looking forward to the opportunities offered through our new Center for Forensic Sciences!

"My goal is to become a doctor, and I plan on going into forensic pathology in the future. I saw the announcement of the center on the local news, and it made me even more confident in my decision to choose Georgia Southern – like it was made for me.”

Read the full story to see how Jaida is taking flight! https://bit.ly/4bR9vwa

Preparing the next generation of energy leaders through high-impact research.

Professor Wenjie Li, Ph.D., and student Joshua Parker are taking part in the 2026 Energy Faculty Fellow Program. The collaborative initiative with Georgia Tech develops real-world solutions for energy efficiency while providing students with invaluable exposure to statewide research networks.

Read more about this partnership 🔗 https://bit.ly/3T93qVA

Today is the day! Join the College of Science and Mathematics for our Annual Summer Research Showcase from 1–3 p.m. at the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center on the Statesboro Campus. Explore innovative student research, learn about exciting discoveries, and celebrate the accomplishments of our summer researchers.

Today, the Georgia Southern Center for Advanced Materials Science (GS-CAMS) hosted its 2026 Symposium, bringing together faculty, researchers, and students to showcase innovative research and collaboration. Throughout the day, attendees explored research posters and presentations highlighting a wide range of materials science discoveries and ongoing projects. Thank you to everyone who presented, participated, and helped make this year's symposium a success.

Learn more about GS-CAMS: https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/research/centers/advanced-materials-science