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Coleman Receives President's Medal

Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture Terry Coleman was honored for his career achievements and support of Georgia Southern University at the annual Alumni Awards Banquet Saturday, April 5, in Statesboro.

During the ceremony, GSU president Bruce Grube presented the President’s Medal to Coleman.  The President’s Medal is an honor that is reserved exclusively for those who have made extraordinary contributions, dedication and service to Georgia Southern University. Coleman is only the fourth recipient of the award.

In recognizing Coleman, Grube said, “Terry Coleman has made numerous contributions to Georgia Southern University during his 34 years of public service as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives. Probably his most visible contribution came through his leadership and support in the establishment of the University’s College of Information Technology, the only one of its kind in the Southeast.” 

As a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, Coleman served as chairman of numerous committees, including the Natural Resources and Environment Committee, the Public Safety Committee, and the Ways and Means Committee.  He chaired the Appropriations Committee for 12 years and led the body as Speaker of the House for two years.

In his role a Deputy Agriculture Commissioner, Coleman serves with a special emphasis on international trade, homeland security, and legislative issues.