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Columbus State Cougars making connections in South Korea
SEOUL, South Korea (WRBL) – While most Columbus State University students aren't in class this summer, some students and CSU President Dr. Stuart Rayfield are in South Korea. In this foreign exchange program they are learning about South Korean culture first CSU contingent is spending 10 days in South Korea. Dr. Rayfield went to South Korea to look for new academic and economic opportunities with a focus on the country's direct investment in Georgia. South Korea is one of the top five investors in the Peach State. June 6th is also Korean Memorial Day. It's a holiday dedicated to honor the soldiers and civilians that died in war, specifically the Korean War. Dr. Rayfield says this trip and holiday underlines the importance of the partnership between the U.S. and South Korea. 'It really puts a lot into perspective how important our relationship is with South Korea,' Dr. Rayfield said. 'It's not just a military connection or relationship. It's an economic relationship. It's a cultural relationship. So being here today specifically and earlier this week they had their SNAP election. Just really felt a sense of pride in the community and a sense of love of country.' This is Dr. Rayfield's first time to visit South Korea, and she plans to meet up with the CSU students in South Korea this weekend. The CSU contingent plans to return back to the Fountain City on June 11th. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-03-2025
- Health
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LIVE NOW: Miracle Riders announce plans for 2025 miracle ride
COLUMBUS, Ga. () — Charity group the Miracle Riders are hosting a news conference to announce their plans for the dates and theme for the 2025 Miracle Ride supporting the Columbus State University's Nursing School. Watch the conference live in the video player above. Speakers for the event include CSU President Dr. Stuart Rayfield, Dr. Margie Yates, Dean, CSU College of Education and Health Professions, Scott Ressmeyer, Co-owner of Country's Barbecue, and the Miracle Riders, David Levine, M.D., Neonatology Associates of Columbus The Miracle Riders have supported the CSU School of Nursing since 2021, when they established a multi-year fundraising goal of $1 million to enhance the school's pediatric nursing program. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
