Author: Irene Wright
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MBA admissions director opens doors for up-and-coming business leaders
Rebekah McElwain welcomes students to Executive, Professional and Online MBA programs.
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Director helps faculty perfect their research proposals, optimize returns
Jake Maas directs the Office for Proposal Enhancement within the Office of Research
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Student affairs leader prioritizes supporting all students
Demetrius Smith oversees student inclusion as associate vice president for student affairs.
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Executive assistant keeps the school on track behind the scenes
Leslie Sitz handles everything from scheduling to building maintenance for the Odum School of Ecology.
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Associate director ensures UGA alumni ‘Never Bark Alone’
Mason Black coaches, supports alumni chapters across the state.
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Advisor connects with students on a deeper level
Bev Hull advises students in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.
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Program director fosters international relationships on campus
Taesik Yun builds a bridge between Athens and Korea through training programs.
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Manager makes a difference in and out of the office
Amber Laws keeps the UGA Speech and Hearing Clinic running smoothly.
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Blue Key awards banquet recognizes 2022 award recipients, initiates
The banquet was held Oct. 14.
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Developer brings new life to UGA’s digital library and databases
Josh Wier makes online library resources more user-friendly.
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Maintenance foreman keeps food on the plate and machines running smoothly
Eddie Faulkenberry leads the Dining Services maintenance team in handling crises.
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Professor teaches students to follow the facts in education policy
Erik Ness brings practical experience into the classroom.
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Alumni coordinator builds strong networks
Allison Walters increases alumni involvement in the Odum School of Ecology.
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Ten employees selected for fifth cohort of Women’s Staff Leadership Institute
The program begins April 28 and runs through November, with participants meeting monthly for workshops…
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UGA Hillel to break ground on new Jewish center
The Baxter Street Bookstore will soon be a student hub once again.
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Program director helps students find their path
Brook Thompson leads GCAC’s efforts with high school students.
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SPIA director celebrates 20 years helping students
Paul Welch exudes enthusiasm for the University of Georgia.
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Dream Award winner increases graduation rates
Richard Dunn Sr. uses journalism to give students more opportunities for success.
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Advisor follows the research when guiding students
Ahmaud Templeton helps FACS students realize their full potential.
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Dream Award winner gives back to his community
Kevin Nwogu created a scholarship for students to follow in his footsteps.
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Student creates opportunities for future leaders
Carl Miller develops leadership programs for underprivileged youth in his community.
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IT manager helps move college forward
Ben Morrison leads information technology team in College of Public Health
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‘African Perspectives’ celebrates 25 years on the air
Akinloye Ojo recognized by WUGA-FM.
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Inaugural recipient of Inclusive Community Award named during Embracing Diversity
Annual event also recognizes Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion, scholarship recipients
