Volume 211 | December 13, 2019
Reinhardt University holds 133rd Commencement Ceremony

Reinhardt University held its first December Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 12, where nearly 100 graduates were honored for the completion of their degrees. Congratulations to the Class of 2019, we're looking forward to seeing our Eagles soar! ... Read More
RU nursing grads honored in inaugural pinning ceremony

With new additions to Reinhardt University comes new traditions. When Reinhardt's Cauble School of Nursing & Health Sciences welcomed its first cohort, the nursing students participated in Reinhardt's first White Coat Ceremony. This week, that cohort was honored at the University's first Pinning Ceremony to send off Reinhardt's first nursing graduates. ... Read More
Reinhardt mourns loss of Trustee Joan McFather

Joan McFather was an active and invaluable member of the Reinhardt University Board of Trustees for four years. Among her many contributions, she served as a member of the Executive and Buildings & Grounds committees and as chair of the Academic Affairs/Enrollment Management committee. Since May 2000, Joan was docent of the Funk Heritage Center and enjoyed participating in the living history tours. She was also an usher for the Falany Performing Arts Center and was a member of their advisory committee.

Joan was a tireless volunteer for many causes in Cherokee County including the Service League, Cherokee FOCUS, the Cherokee Arts Center, and the Juvenile Court Citizens Review Panel. In addition, she was a Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador. Joan was a lifelong supporter of education, having taught English for 30 years at Cherokee County High School. After retirement, she became a certified Master Gardener and continued her interest in gardening. She was the recipient of the 39th annual First Citizen of Cherokee County Award for her efforts in support of education and numerous philanthropic causes.

Joan’s incalculable contributions to Cherokee County and Reinhardt University will not be forgotten. Her legacy of service and commitment to the betterment of her community stands as an inspiration to all who knew her. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family during this most difficult time. ... Read More

PSOE earns highest ranking on GaPSC preparation program

Reinhardt University’s Price School of Education has earned a Level 4 rating on the 2019 Teacher Preparation Program Effectiveness Measures published by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. According to the PSC, Level 4 is above the expected level of performance for effectively preparing future teachers and is the highest rating available. ... Read More
First nursing cohort graduates 100 percent employed

Not only did the Cauble School of Nursing & Health Sciences graduate its first cohort of nursing students, the cohort is completing their time at Reinhardt 100 percent employed ... Read More
RU family donates Christmas gifts to R.M. Moore families

Thank you to all who contributed to this year's Giving Tree, Reinhardt's annual project with educational partner R.M. Moore Elementary that allows the Reinhardt community to help local families celebrate Christmas. ... Read More

Reinhardt's Victoria Hill competes for Miss America title, Dec. 19

In less than one week. Reinhardt's own Victoria Hill will compete for the Miss America title, representing as Miss Georgia in the 2019 scholarship competition.

Host your very own Miss America Watch Party on Dec. 19, and include us in the fun by posting your watch party pictures to social media and using the hashtag #RUMissAmerica. ... Read More

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Stellar season brings Aaron Whitten NAIA Honorable Mention All-American, All-East Region

Eagle men's soccer forward Aaron Whitten, who was recently selected as the 2019 Appalachian Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Year, was honored again on Wednesday evening for his performance on the pitch by being named an NAIA Honorable Mention All-American. ... Read More
NAIA tabs Adrien Merrilles for Honorable Mention All-American Status

After continuing her dominance on the soccer field this past season, Reinhardt's Adrien Merrilles earned an Honorable Mention All-American nod from the NAIA on Wednesday, as the 2019 NAIA Women's Soccer All-America Teams were announced by the NAIA national office. ... Read More
Back-to-Back: Colden selected as NAIA Honorable Mention All-American


After helping Reinhardt volleyball earn back-to-back trips to the NAIA postseason in Sioux City, Iowa, with the Eagles' run in the 2019 NAIA Women's Volleyball National Championship, presented by Marriott South Sioux City River Front, Tessa Colden is the program's first two-time Honorable Mention All-American, the NAIA national office announced Tuesday. ... Read More
Upcoming Events

Christmas and New Year's Holidays - University Closed
Dec. 20-Jan. 1

Women's basketball vs. Bryan College
Jan. 2 at 5:30 p.m. | James and Sis Brown Athletic Center

Men's basketball vs. Bryan College
Jan. 2 at 7:30 p.m. | James and Sis Brown Athletic Center

Spring 2020 - Classes Begin
Jan. 6

Black Market Trust
Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m. | Falany Performing Arts Center

Men's basketball vs. Kentucky Christian
Jan. 25 at 4 p.m. | James and Sis Brown Athletic Center

Sail On! The Beach Boys Tribute
Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. | Falany Performing Arts Center

Women's basketball vs. Union
Jan. 28 at 5:30 p.m. | James and Sis Brown Athletic Center

Men's basketball vs. Union
Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. | James and Sis Brown Athletic Center

Baseball Season Opener vs. Lindsey Wilson
Jan. 31 at 3 p.m. | Ken White Baseball Field

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