MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga., May 18 -- Georgia College & State University issued the following news release:

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eorgia College & State University will launch men's and women's outdoor track & field programs this fall, marking the first varsity sports added to campus since 2013.

The program will compete at the NCAA Division II level and be a part of the Peach Belt Conference.

"The addition of track & field to our athletics program represents a meaningful step forward in our commitment to scholar-athlete development and institutional excellence," said University President Cathy Cox. "This sport has a long and distinguished history at the collegiate level, and we are proud to provide the opportunity for students to compete, grow and represent Georgi...