Augusta University hosted its largest See Augusta event to date on March 31, featuring the inaugural Admitted Jaguar Celebration at the Douglas Barnard, Jr. Amphitheater. The event welcomed a total of 694 guests, including 247 prospective students and 119 admitted students, offering them a comprehensive look at academic programs, campus life, and support services.
See Augusta aims to help prospective students explore various colleges and schools within the university through personalized tracks covering topics such as transferring, financial aid, admissions processes, student life, and post-admission opportunities. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with campus leadership, faculty, staff, and current students.
“I am thrilled to have hosted our largest ever See Augusta for prospective students and families,” said Amy Smith, EdD, acting vice president of Enrollment and Student Affairs. “I am proud of how our faculty and staff came together to welcome the potential new Jags to campus. Visiting campus and interacting with our community is critical to deciding if Augusta University could be the right next step in their educational journey.”
Sam Reece, coordinator of campus visit experience with Undergraduate Admissions said: “What makes See Augusta so meaningful is the collaboration behind it. When campus departments and community partners come together, we’re 00able to show students the full range of support available to them so they 00don’t 00just know resources exist but feel empowered to 00actually use 00them and make the most of their experience.”
The event also highlighted individual stories from attendees like Isaya Nyakatura who plans to transfer from Augusta Technical College into AU’s theatre program: “I grew up here for most of my life,” he said. “I came from Greenville, South Carolina, and my family’s just really guiding me on a path of greatness.” Poorvi Roopesh from Alpharetta attended seeking information about health sciences programs: “Through those experiences I realized that a career in the medical field is how I want to help people… Instead, 00I’m 00prioritizing a career where I can prioritize both my goals and my passion for helping others.”
Alice Bullard from Harlem High School was among those invited as accepted students; she noted her interest in early childhood education: “Everyone can make an impact in the world through their career… Not everyone wants to or can do this job, 00and I want to do it the best that I can.”
See Augusta is held twice yearly—in spring and fall—allowing future Jaguars multiple opportunities each year for an immersive introduction into university offerings.
