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Augusta University celebrates

Values Week
Nov. 4-10, 2024

For a designated week each fall, Augusta University joins with the entire University System of Georgia to remind ourselves of our commitment to foster an ethical culture and to highlight our shared institutional values.

We share the USG’s commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct in pursuit of its mission to create a more educated Georgia. As Georgia’s public academic medical center, we also commit to the highest ethical standards in our delivery of health care and health care education to our patients and students.

From Nov. 4-10, Augusta University will be "Celebrating our Values" and join the other 25 USG institutions in promoting activities related to shared core system values of integrity, excellence, accountability and respect.

Values Week Events

Join us for activities that focus on our institutional core values of collegiality, compassion, excellence, inclusion, leadership and integrity.

  • 04Nov

    Values in Action: Reflecting on Inclusion and Integrity

    TDS will host a visual, interactive activity to engage students in reflecting on the university’s core values. Each day, a statement related to one of core values will prompt students to consider inclusion and the strengths of students with disabilities.

  • 04Nov

    Values Week Disability Awareness Book Display

    A book display highlighting works by about people with disabilities showcasing stories, perspectives, & achievements that celebrate the diversity of the disability community, aiming to promote understanding, inclusion, and awareness.

  • 04Nov

    USG Chancellor's Event - Ethics in Higher Education: Beyond Compliance

    This event is part of the USG Ethics Awareness Week. The Honorable Nels S.D. Peterson, Presiding Justice, Supreme Court of Georgia is the keynote speaker. Please promote and encourage attendance from all employees. Link is included under Additional Info.

  • 04Nov

    Values Week Kickoff

    Values Week Kick-Off Event allows students to stop by one of our two locations to receive a Values Week T-shirt, a special treat, and a limited-edition Values Week laptop sticker. Supplies are limited and available exclusively for AU students.

  • 05Nov

    Values in Action: Reflecting on Inclusion and Integrity

    TDS will host a visual, interactive activity to engage students in reflecting on the university’s core values. Each day, a statement related to one of core values will prompt students to consider inclusion and the strengths of students with disabilities.

  • 05Nov

    Values Week Disability Awareness Book Display

    A book display highlighting works by about people with disabilities showcasing stories, perspectives, & achievements that celebrate the diversity of the disability community, aiming to promote understanding, inclusion, and awareness.

  • 05Nov

    Friendsgiving- Values Week Celebration

    Friendsgiving is a relaxed and festive gathering where students come together to enjoy food, friendship, and gratitude. It's a fun way to celebrate student appreciation and share a meal in the spirit of community.

  • 05Nov

    Values Week: Ethics by Plinko

    Who doesn't love a game of Plinko? Come out and join the Audit, Compliance, Ethics & Risk Management team learn more about ethics and values with a game of Plinko. Stop by our table during the Friendsgiving festivities. You may even win a prize!

  • 06Nov

    Values in Action: Reflecting on Inclusion and Integrity

    TDS will host a visual, interactive activity to engage students in reflecting on the university’s core values. Each day, a statement related to one of core values will prompt students to consider inclusion and the strengths of students with disabilities.

  • 06Nov

    Values Week Disability Awareness Book Display

    A book display highlighting works by about people with disabilities showcasing stories, perspectives, & achievements that celebrate the diversity of the disability community, aiming to promote understanding, inclusion, and awareness.

  • 06Nov

    Friendsgiving- Values Week Celebration

    Friendsgiving is a relaxed and festive gathering where students come together to enjoy food, friendship, and gratitude. It's a fun way to celebrate student appreciation and share a meal in the spirit of community.

  • 06Nov

    Values Week: Ethics by Plinko

    Who doesn't love a game of Plinko? Come out and join the Audit, Compliance, Ethics & Risk Management team learn more about ethics and values with a game of Plinko. Stop by our table during the Friendsgiving festivities. You may even win a prize!

  • 06Nov

    Building an Institutional Culture that Supports Research Integrity

    Tracy Arwood, Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer Clemson University, is going to talk about Building an Institutional Culture that Supports Research Integrity:

  • 07Nov

    Values in Action: Reflecting on Inclusion and Integrity

    TDS will host a visual, interactive activity to engage students in reflecting on the university’s core values. Each day, a statement related to one of core values will prompt students to consider inclusion and the strengths of students with disabilities.

  • 07Nov

    Values Week Disability Awareness Book Display

    A book display highlighting works by about people with disabilities showcasing stories, perspectives, & achievements that celebrate the diversity of the disability community, aiming to promote understanding, inclusion, and awareness.

  • 07Nov

    Engage AU: Health Disparities- Community Partner Panel Discussion Series

    Join us for a panel discussion with community experts and esteemed AU faculty to explore the challenges that impact our community. AU students, faculty and staff are invited to attend.

  • 07Nov

    “Ethical Issues in Using Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Research and Writing."

    David B. Resnik, JD, PhD from Bioethicist, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and Senior Advisor for Research Integrity, Office of Intramural Research National Institutes of Health, will talk about “Ethical Issues in Using Artificial Int

  • 07Nov

    AU Staff Council Brown Bag Lunch N Learn

    The Augusta University Staff Council will host a Brown Bag Lunch N Learn featuring a panel discussion on the topic: Bystander Intervention: See Something, Say Something.

  • 08Nov

    Values in Action: Reflecting on Inclusion and Integrity

    TDS will host a visual, interactive activity to engage students in reflecting on the university’s core values. Each day, a statement related to one of core values will prompt students to consider inclusion and the strengths of students with disabilities.

  • 08Nov

    Values Week Disability Awareness Book Display

    A book display highlighting works by about people with disabilities showcasing stories, perspectives, & achievements that celebrate the diversity of the disability community, aiming to promote understanding, inclusion, and awareness.

  • 08Nov

    Ethics & Compliance Best Practices Panel: "Integrity Intelligence" in Times of Change

    This event is part of the USG Ethics Awareness Week. Please promote and encourage attendance from all employees. You must register for this event at: https://ung.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qLDhUy1mShOhPKsIP8aAEg

  • 08Nov

    Second annual IMMCG Employee Flu Vaccine Clinic

    Open to all Augusta University employees. Please print and fill out this form and bring your insurance card to save time at the clinic: https://augustauniversity.box.com/s/1v83kyj558eiwha6atb5ytb2rd0296ne 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 8 in the GCC lobby.

  • 08Nov

    Research Compliance Town Hall

    Laura Meyer Chapman, MA Director, Research Integrity and Security and Chris Melcher, JD., General Counsel will talk recent updates and development related to Research Compliance

  • 08Nov

    Jag Gala

    The Jag Gala is a chic evening where students can dress up, dance, and celebrate with friends in a stylish, fun atmosphere—similar to a prom, but with a collegiate touch. It's the perfect way to wrap up Values Week!

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