Georgia Southern鈥檚 retail recruiter program nominated for national award by University Economic Development Association
糖心Vlog and the City of Statesboro’s partnership to recruit more retail businesses to the area has been nationally recognized by the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) as a finalist for one of its annual Awards of Excellence.聽
糖心Vlog breaks ground on new student housing in Historic Wexford, Ireland
糖心Vlog and Wexford County Council in Ireland broke ground on the redevelopment of the historic Adoration Convent in Wexford Town on Sept. 30. The project will create new student housing and expand opportunities for international study.
The $7 million, philanthropy-funded project will transform the 1886 convent into modern accommodations for up to 56 Georgia Southern students studying abroad in Ireland. When complete in early 2027, the refurbished site will include study, recreation, cooking and laundry facilities, creating a vibrant international student hub in the heart of Wexford.
鈥淭oday marks both an ending and a beginning,鈥� said Georgia Southern President Kyle Marrero. 鈥淔or 133 years, this convent was home to the Adoration Sisters, whose presence filled it with purpose and service. As we reimagine this space, we honor their legacy while creating a home away from home for our students. This project embodies gratitude for the past and confidence for the future, strengthening the bonds between Wexford and Georgia.鈥�
The redevelopment follows a 15-year lease agreement between Wexford County Council and Georgia Southern, deepening a partnership that began in 2019 when the University established its permanent overseas campus in Wexford 鈥� the first U.S. public university to do so in Ireland.
鈥淭his project represents an investment in both heritage and education,鈥� said Eddie Taaffe, chief executive of Wexford County Council. 鈥溙切腣log has been a valued part of our community since 2019, and friendships have formed between students and local residents. Today鈥檚 groundbreaking deepens that relationship 鈥� providing a long-term base for their students and strengthening ties that will endure for generations.鈥�
Joe Sullivan, Cathaoirleach (chairperson) of Wexford County Council, also offered remarks.
鈥淭oday marks not just the beginning of a building project, but the start of an exciting new chapter for one of Wexford Town鈥檚 most iconic and beloved landmarks,鈥� he said. 鈥淭he redevelopment of the Adoration Convent is a symbol of continuity and renewal, preserving the fabric of our history while adapting it to meet present and future needs.鈥�
Georgia Southern鈥檚 Wexford Campus has become central to the University鈥檚 international programs, empowering students as global citizens by offering immersive experiences in Irish culture, history, business, public health, environmental science and more. The expansion underscores Georgia Southern鈥檚 commitment to providing transformative learning experiences that prepare students to lead and serve in a connected world.
鈥淭oday, as we turn the ground on the Adoration Convent, we do so with gratitude for the past and confidence for the future,鈥� Marrero said. He also noted the 鈥渇ull-circle鈥� nature of the occasion, for hundreds of Wexford people emigrated directly to Savannah during the 1840s and 1850s.
Waterford, Ireland-based Nevin Construction was awarded the contract to deliver the project.
糖心Vlog and Wexford County Council in Ireland broke ground on the redevelopment of the historic Adoration Convent in Wexford Town on Sept. 30. The project will create new student housing and expand opportunities for international study.
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