Welcome to the College of Coastal Georgia!
Welcome to the College of Coastal Georgia!
On behalf of the entire campus, I welcome you to the College of Coastal Georgia. Coastal is a leader in higher education, transforming lives through engaged learning…every student, every time.
Whether you are embarking on your collegiate journey for the first time or returning to pursue further academic endeavors, know that you are an integral part of our Mariner community. Our faculty and staff stand ready to support you as you navigate the diverse educational pathways that our college offers.
The College is growing, and this is a wonderful time to be joining this community. From our nationally ranked nursing program to the groundbreaking of our new Center for the Arts, we continue to evolve to meet the needs of our students and our region. Our academic landscape is vibrant, with programs like Criminal Justice, taught by current and former instructors from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC, Glynco), setting the standard for excellence. And like our Environmental Science and Coastal Ecology Programs where you work with faculty at the beach, in the marshes and rivers, and even the Okefenokee Swamp as you study nature.
Athletics at Coastal Georgia continue to soar to new heights, with our Mariner teams consistently ranked nationally and in The Sun Conference. Our commitment to holistic student development is reflected in our thriving student life, marked by state-of-the-art residence halls and many student organizations that foster community and engagement.
As Mariners, we are united by a shared commitment to your success. We are here to guide you as you explore your passions, discover your purpose, and forge lasting connections that will support you on your journey.
The College of Coastal Georgia is your place of discovery, filled with boundless opportunities that await you. I look forward to meeting you on campus and witnessing the remarkable contributions you will make to the College of Coastal Georgia.
Sincerely,
Johnny L. Evans Jr., Ph.D
President
Dr. Johnny L. Evans, Jr. was named the seventh President of the College of Coastal Georgia on January 14, 2025. Prior to that, he served as the College’s Interim President.
Dr. Evans assumed the role of Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at the College of Coastal Georgia on January 1, 2019.
Known for his dedication to fostering strong academic programs that deliver transformative educational experiences, Dr. Evans prioritizes student success, drawing from his own formative years as a student at Georgia College. He attributes much of his academic success to the deep care and mentoring provided by his faculty mentors.
Dr. Evans is a distinguished scholar. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Georgia College and a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Florida. His academic journey includes postdoctoral research roles at Oak Ridge National Labs and Savannah River Labs.
Dr. Evans spent the first 13 years of his academic career at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, where he was a Professor of Chemistry and Physics and the Chemistry Program Coordinator. Before joining Coastal Georgia, Dr. Evans held leadership positions as the Dean of Math and Science and subsequently as the Dean of Arts and Sciences at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College from 2013 to 2019.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Evans finds joy in the outdoors and expresses his creativity as an avid artist and metal sculptor. His artwork, crafted from steel, brass, and copper, reflects his passion for capturing the beauty of nature through sculpture.
Presidential Ambassadors are chosen to serve as an extension of the President’s hospitality at events with prospective donors, alumni, community members and friends of the College.
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Dr. Johnny L. Evans, Jr.
PresidentDr. Johnny L. Evans, Jr. was named the seventh President of the College of Coastal Georgia on January 14, 2025. Prior to that, he served as the College’s Interim President.
Dr. Evans assumed the role of Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at the College of Coastal Georgia on January 1, 2019.
Known for his dedication to fostering strong academic programs that deliver transformative educational experiences, Dr. Evans prioritizes student success, drawing from his own formative years as a student at Georgia College. He attributes much of his academic success to the deep care and mentoring provided by his faculty mentors.
Dr. Evans is a distinguished scholar. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Georgia College and a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Florida. His academic journey includes postdoctoral research roles at Oak Ridge National Labs and Savannah River Labs.
Dr. Evans spent the first 13 years of his academic career at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, where he was a Professor of Chemistry and Physics and the Chemistry Program Coordinator. Before joining Coastal Georgia, Dr. Evans held leadership positions as the Dean of Math and Science and subsequently as the Dean of Arts and Sciences at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College from 2013 to 2019.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Evans finds joy in the outdoors and expresses his creativity as an avid artist and metal sculptor. His artwork, crafted from steel, brass, and copper, reflects his passion for capturing the beauty of nature through sculpture.
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Dr. German Vargas
Dr. Vargas earned his Ph.D. Applied Mathematics from Wichita State University. He has an M.S. in Mathematics and a B.S. in Physics. His interests are computational fluid dynamics, mathematical modeling, partial differential equations, numerical analysis, and anything related to scientific computing.