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University Mourns Visionary Leader In Memoriam 1/05/07
There is often disagreement as to whether the man makes history or history makes the man. There is no disagreement at St. George’s University that Keith B. Taylor made SGU history, and, along with Chancellor Charles Modica and former Vice Chancellor Geoffrey Bourne, put St. George’s University on the world’s radar screen.
The Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program Launched First Step in SGU’s World Outreach Program 1/12/07
On January 11th at the Northumbria University campus in Newcastle, UK, Dr. Charles R. Modica, Chancellor of St. George’s University, and Professor Kel Fidler, Vice Chancellor of Northumbria University, signed a Memorandum of Understanding, launching a groundbreaking academic partnership between the two universities.
January 17th Marks the Beginning of The 30th Anniversary Celebration 1/12/07
The stage is set, so to speak, for the highly anticipated opening day of the 30th anniversary celebration of SGU. January 17th will kick off a year-long celebration marking The University’s astonishing road to academic excellence and innovation.
"From the World to the World - 30 Years of Global Innovation” 1/29/07
Clear blue skies, a warm sun and a truly bright and picturesque day heralded the start of a beautiful celebration of St. George's University's Commencement 30 years ago.
An Award for Prime Movers - the Order of the Mace 2/20/07
Chancellor Charles R. Modica was honored as the first inductee into the Order of the Mace at the 30th Anniversary Awards Ceremony on January 17, 2007. SGU created the Order of the Mace to coincide with the 30th Anniversary of the University. This award is symbolic of the unique spirit....
Professor Ian McConnell Delivers the Thirteenth Annual Geoffrey H. Bourne Memorial Lecture 2/20/07
On February 12, 2007 Professor McConnell presented on the topic: One Medicine: A Continuum of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science at the True Blue campus...
Grenada’s New Ambassador Presents Credentials At the United Nations 2/23/07
On Grenada’s 33rd Anniversary of Independence Grenada’s new Ambassador to the United Nations, His Excellency Dr. Angus Friday (left), a graduate of St. George’s University School of Medicine, presented his credentials to UN Secretary General, His Excellency Ban Ki-Moon. ...
Spring 2007 Marks the Beginning of the Caribbean Visionary Scholarship Program 3/2/07
SGU selects the first four recipients of this remarkable new program benefiting 100 exceptional students from the Caribbean over the next 10 years.
Annual SGU Knowledge Bowl Finals Held on March 31st 3/29/07
Continuing with last years overwhelming success of the first annual Knowledge Bowl, SGU will again host the final round of this dynamic, academic quiz competition.
GBSS Captures SGU Knowledge Bowl Championship 4/3/07
The Grenada Boys Secondary School (GBSS) reigns champion of the second annual Knowledge Bowl. GBSS and Presentation Brothers’ College (PBC) met face to face on Saturday, March 31 in an intense battle for the top spot, in the SGU/Grenada Cablevision –CC6 inter-secondary school quiz competition.
Agreement Signed by SGU and the Ministry of Health to Improve the General Hospital 4/3/07
SGU’s Chancellor, Dr. Charles R. Modica and the Minister of Health and the Environment, the Honourable Senator Ann-David Antoine signed a Memoranda of Understanding for a Virtual Staff Project and Hospital Accreditation Scheme to improve the quality of care available to patients at the General Hospital.
Phi Zeta, the Honor Society of Veterinary Medicine, Inducts New Members 4/17/07
15 impressive individuals were honored by the SGU Alpha Delta Chapter of Phi Zeta.
SGU Recognized for Initiative in Reaching International Community via the Web 4/25/07
Sonic Foundry, a technology leader in the emerging rich media communications marketplace recognized SGU at its 2007 Awards program.
Blackburn Rovers' Roberts Selects SGU Summer Football Clinics 5/03/07
Grenadian-born football forward Jason Roberts has launched The Jason Roberts Foundation aimed to teach Grenadian youngsters critical life skills through the use of football.
Caribbean Bioethics Society Conducts First Forum 5/10/07
SGU’s Dr. Cheryl Cox Macpherson is among key bioethicists who presented at the conference in Jamaica.
Ceremony Memorializes the Late Keith B. Taylor 5/14/07
Friends and family of this beloved and accomplished man gathered to celebrate his extraordinary life.
2007 Commencement; Largest Graduating SAS and GSP Class in SGU History 5/16/07
On Saturday, May 12th, a symbolic celebration began as friends and family gathered to congratulate 170 SGU graduates.
SGU Awards Two New MPH Scholarships to AMREF 5/18/07
SGU’s Dr. Cal Macpherson presented the award to AMREF’s Director General Dr. Michael Smalley at their headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.
SGUSOM Student Captivates Panel at ACP Conference 5/30/07
Raymond Craciun received kudos for his case report on the use of Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections in modern medicine.
Princeton Review: St. George’s University vet grad is well prepared for future, obtains competitive surgical residency in Pennsylvania. 5/30/07
Nicole Salas has a promising future as a veterinary surgeon. A 2005 St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine grad, Nicole has earned a competitive surgical residency at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center in Langhorne, Pa..
Public Health Study Boost to ’07 SVM Graduate 6/20/07
Rivkah Bradsky received awards from the AVMA and AAAP, to support her career in public health veterinary medicine.
SVM Graduate Featured on Animal Planet 6/20/07
Dr. Steven Berkowitz will appear on several episodes of the 5th and 6th seasons of Animal Precinct.
From Clerk to Top Administrator: Growing Up with The University 07/06/07
Ms. Dawne Buckmire was appointed Business Administrator by Chancellor Charles R. Modica on July 1, capping a 24-year career with St. George’s University.
Grenada’s Prime Minister visits University Praising Commitment to Grenadian Education 09/27/06
Grenada’s Prime Minister applauds the University’s innovative and resourceful efforts in meeting the growing educational needs of Grenadians and the wider Caribbean region. Dr. the Right Honorable Keith C. Mitchell expressed this sentiment on an official visit to St. George’s University’s True Blue campus on Thursday, 21 September 2006.
NYC’s Health and Hospital Corporation and St. George’s University Agreement 07/27/07
Yesterday, at the Board of Directors meeting of New York City’s Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) it was announced that St. George’s University in Grenada has been selected as the exclusive international medical school to utilize the HHC system for training its third and fourth year medical students.
SGU Makes an Impact at Annual AACA Meeting 07/30/07
Dr. Marios Loukas is accompanied by a select group of colleagues and students at the 24th Annual AACA Meeting in Las Vegas.
SVM Grads Achieve RCVS Membership 8/20/07
Six SVM Grads Pass Statutory Membership Exam, Now Permitted to Practice Vet Surgery in UK.
Vetsim Quiz Winner Praises SGU Vet Summer Academy 8/20/07
UK’s Kimberley Noon is one of three A-level students awarded a grant to attend the Summer Academy.
SGUSOM and NU Welcome 2nd KBTGSP Class at White Coat Ceremony 9/1/07
On August 17, 2007 St. George’s University School of Medicine (SGUSOM) and Northumbria University’s School of Applied Sciences (NU) welcomed a new class of medical students into the Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program (KBTGSP).
New Class of Medical Students Take Oath at WCC 9/10/07
2007 Med/Vet Summer Academy Provides Inspiration to Bayside Students. 9/21/07
During a 10-day trip to Grenada, Hunter Shirley snorkeled, hiked the rain forest and attended a dinner cruise with about 80 of her peers.
SVM Welcomes Incoming Students at White Coat Ceremony 10/2/07
WINDREF/SGU to Host Childhood Obesity Symposium on March 11-12, 2008 10/2/07
SGUSOM Students Enlightened By Innovative Selective in Thailand 10/23/07
Phi Zeta Selects SGUSVM’s Dr. Rhonda Pinckney as President-Elect 10/25/07
Special Public Lecture Series at the KBT Global Scholars Program in UK 11/13/07
Who Really Has the Best Pictures? SGU’s Show Us Your Stuff Photo Contest 11/16/07
One of the more ubiquitous pastimes of the SGU community members is the constant showing of our favorite pictures.....
SGU Hosts 30th Anniversary Global Education Symposium 11/19/07
Speakers From Around the World Discuss the Effects of Globalization on Education with 300 Participants.....
John Beshai, MD, SGU’96, Presents Landmark Clinical Trial at AHA Annual Meeting 11/26/07
John Beshai, a 1996 SGUSOM graduate, presented a late-breaking clinical trial to an audience of peers and mentors at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association (AHA) on November 6th in Orlando, FL....
SGU’s Voice Electrifies the Airwaves 11/29/07
On October 1st, SGU 107.5 FM began LIVE broadcasts, fusing the University and Grenadian communities through radio….
“One World, One Health, One Medicine” Clinic a Success 12/10/07
Med and Vet Student Volunteers Unite to Assist a Grenadian Community.…
SGUSVM Reports First Successful Isolation of “Pigeon Pox Virus” in Grenada
12/21/07
Department of Paraclinical Studies Worked Tirelessly to Inform Public of Virus…
