Leaders share insights of AU, Wellstar partnership at Health Connect South
“At AU and Wellstar, our culture is about never being satisfied — always looking for ways to improve patient care, education and research,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.
Team with Augusta University
Augusta University Corporate Engagement brings together cybersecurity, health sciences, business, arts, and innovation to help industry recruit talent, solve problems, and drive growth.
What We Do
Augusta University is a comprehensive research university and Georgia’s only public academic medical center. We serve as your partner and team across research, innovation, workforce development, and talent pipelines across all 12 colleges and schools.
ENGAGEMENT PATHWAYS
Partnering with Augusta University opens the door to a wealth of opportunities, from comprehensive talent pipelines across 12 distinct colleges and schools to a wide breadth of research that spans everything from cyber ranges to clinical trials. As a driver of regional impact, Augusta University anchors economic development throughout the CSRA and the Georgia coast, while delivering measurable outcomes with clear KPI’s in talent, research and development, and workforce growth. With a concierge model that streamlines access to the entire university, we offer one door and many solutions to help partners achieve their goals.
Medical College of Georgia (MCG) | Dental College of Georgia (DCG) | College of Nursing | College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) | School of Public Health
School of Computer &Cyber Sciences (SCCS) | College of Science &Mathematics (CSM) | Office of Innovation &Commercialization (OIC) | Georgia Cyber Innovation &Training Center (GCITC)
Hull College of Business | Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, & social sciences (AHSS) | College of Education &Human Development
The Graduate School: Gateway for advanced degrees, industry-driven PhDs, workforce-aligned graduate programs | Professional Development and Continuing Education
Augusta University unites health sciences, cybersecurity, education, business, and the liberal arts to deliver outcomes across many industry sectors. Partner with us to accelerate innovation, recruit talent, and strengthen the region.
Rob Dennis
THE FRONT DOOR INTO AU'S ACADEMIC ECOSYSTEM
Our Corporate Engagement Concierge coordinates across al colleges to connect your company with the right expertise, talent, and facilities to meet your goals. We begin by listening first through discovery sessions with your leadership, then accelerate collaboration with streamlined processes such as standard agreements, flexible terms, and fast NDAs. Whether you're seeking a single intern or a multi-year strategic partnership, we provide right-sized on-ramps tailored to your needs. Throughout the partnership, we track outcomes with shared metrics and deliver clear progress reports to ensure lasting impact.
Health Sciences Graduates | Cybersecurity & Computing | Business & Management | Arts, Education, and Public Service
Clinical Trials with AU Health | Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence | Materials, Biotech, and Chemistry | Education and Workforce Policy Studies
Work with Office of Innovation & Commercialization | Licensing, SBIR/STTR Teaming, Startup Incubation | Co-Development in Biomedical Devices, Cyber Tools, Digital Health Platforms
Cyber, AI, Data, and Compliance | Health Workforce Programs | Business and Leadership Academies | Continuing Education Pathways
“At AU and Wellstar, our culture is about never being satisfied — always looking for ways to improve patient care, education and research,” says AU President Russell T. Keen.
“I think this also creates a reputation for MCG in the Southeast region, and all those programs are continuing to send their fellows here,” says Shaheen Islam, MD.
“It brings together professionals and educators from several of our partners and neighbors in the region," says Alexander Schwarzmann, PhD.
AU employs over 6,200 people, including nearly 4,300 staff and over 2,000 faculty as of August 2025.