Dean Helps Students Succeed |
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A regular stream of students is a common sight at the end of the second-floor hallway in Lawson - not to attend class, but to visit Dr. Melissa Hickman. Dr. Hickman is the Dean of Student Success and a professor of accounting. The dean position was created last year to provide students with the resources they need to graduate and be successful, including coordinating the First Year Seminar.
Any student can get guidance from Dr. Hickman, and she will reach out to those who are identified by professors or coaches as struggling. She talks students through their issues and helps connect them with tutoring, counseling, financial aid, another professor, or provides guidance on whatever else they might need. She develops success strategies and works closely with each student throughout the assistance process.
No matter the issue, Dr. Hickman realizes how busy each student is and reminds them to “take a break and breathe.” She also stays busy, enjoying attending activities her students are involved in. Many students she mentored last school year still value that relationship, and they stop by her office just to hang out, do schoolwork, grab a snack, or chat.
“Be trusting,” Dr. Hickman says about asking for help, “Trust the process, self-advocate, and communicate. Build relationships. We have a campus full of students, staff, and professors who want to help each other be successful.”
In just one year, the new Dean of Student Success is proud to have already seen struggling students turn things around and thrive, and says, “I just want them to know that I love them.”
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Sorority Recruits New Members |
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Zeta Tau Alpha at Reinhardt University had their bid day on Saturday, August 26, where they welcomed four new members into their chapter. This year's theme was Under the Sea, so all the ladies of ZTA were dressed up for the occasion with seashells and shades of blue.
ZTA is the only women's sorority on campus at Reinhardt. Their mission is to make a difference in their members' lives by developing each individual's potential. ZTA's goal is to connect members through a close bond of sisterhood and to build up a purer and nobler womanhood in the world.
Congratulations to Peyton Buckley, Megan Johnson, Kennedy Davis and Erin Jones!
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Online BBA for Working Adults |
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Students from anywhere in the country can benefit from Reinhardt University’s online degree completion programs. The Bachelor of Business Administration is one of these programs. This format offers flexibility to the working adult.
Highlights:
- Six starts per year allowing a student to start at their convenience
- Completely online
- Ability to transfer in up to 90 semester hours of degree-level coursework
- Unlike most universities, Reinhardt accepts transfer credits from Georgia technical colleges beyond a limited number of general education classes
- Asynchronous environment for the student supported by instructor interaction and feedback
- Online discussion forums for student interaction
- Students entering the program without credit hours can start the process through the online associate in Business Administration degree program, and then roll into the bachelor program
Student Tina Croft recently wrote, “The adult online BBA program has been the biggest blessing and dream come true. Each class brought on lessons that related to things I was currently going through in my career or was about to go through. The classes are structured where it does not give you more than a working person can handle along with running a household and a family. If it wasn’t for the hybrid adult online degree schedule at Reinhardt, it would have taken me another two years to complete my degree.”
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Football Season is Under Way With a Win! |
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Another Reinhardt Football season is upon us, and we are excited! In the first home game Thursday night, the Eagles dominated most of the game against Faulkner University. Scores of freshmen ran across the field during half-time, for the new Eagle Run tradition.
Tailgating is also back! Reinhardt University offers a beautiful place to enjoy time with your family, friends, athletes, and more which includes a great team to cheer on during our game days.
Reinhardt Football has five more home games this season and hopefully some playoff action on campus so get your tailgate gear ready and come out and join us! Next Saturday, September 9 at Noon, the Eagles play Southeastern at home.
Ticketing info, along with our updated Fan Attendance and Tailgating Policy is in this link. We want everyone to enjoy themselves on our campus and have a safe time cheering on our Eagles. And don’t forget to visit The Landing for your RU swag!
Go Eagles!
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Labor Day
Monday, September 4
Reinhardt University will be closed this Monday for Labor Day.
We wish everyone a happy holiday!
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Fall Lecture Series
Thursdays at 2 p.m.
September 7 through October 26
Funk Heritage Center
To tell the story of the early Appalachian Settlers and Southeastern Indians through educational presentations and exhibitions, the Funk Heritage Center offers this lecture series.
Tickets are $10, with discounted rates available for members.
Call 770-720-5970 for more information.
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Private Eyes: Hall & Oates Tribute
Saturday, September 9
3pm and 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Two shows!
Tickets now on sale to the public! $35-45
A tribute to Daryl Hall & John Oates, this band is ready to deliver an evening of groovy rock and soul.
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Grains of Sand
Friday, September 15, 7 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Outdoor Concert! Food truck on site!
Tickets now on sale to the public! $25
Effortlessly blending beach, soul, R&B, Motown, and classic hits of the 60s and 70s, this group creates a fresh and energetic sound that will have you feeling the warm sand between your toes. Be transported to another place and time as you listen to soulful vocals, a tight rhythm section and smokin’ hot horns!
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The Breakfast Club
Friday, September 22, 7 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Outdoor Concert! Food truck on site!
Tickets now on sale to the public! $25
The longest-running, most recognized ’80s tribute band in the United States will perform in Waleska. Experience the spirit of music and live performances of the original MTV generation of the 1980s.
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Freaky Friday
September 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, Oct 1
University Theater
Presented by the University Musical Theatre.
A heartfelt comedy about an overworked mother and her teenage daughter who magically swap bodies and spend a day in each other's shoes.
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University Wind Ensemble
Sunday, September 24, 3 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Free Event!
The Reinhardt University Wind Ensemble is comprised of advanced and versatile musicians who perform the finest large ensemble and chamber music literature.
Collaborative programming showcases Reinhardt University’s student musicians interacting with outstanding faculty and visiting guest artists from around the region.
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Homecoming 2023
October 23-28
Get ready for fun events, a variety of sports, and a Halloween theme!
Save the date of October 28 for a tailgating party, football game, free concert, and scary movie night!
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The Reinhardt Eagle is a weekly e-newsletter to keep you informed about Reinhardt University.
7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska, GA 30183 | 770-720-5600 | www.Reinhardt.edu
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