Author: Roger Nielsen
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UGA’s GeorgiaDATA website assisting communities
It helps local officials make informed decisions during the pandemic.
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Vinson ramps up online continuing education
The options will help keep state and local officials on track.
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Study could help reduce rural incarceration rates
It will find ways find ways to safely divert people with mental health, other issues.
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UGA Tifton to host workforce development conference
It will provide workforce professionals with new ideas for enhancing workforce initiatives.
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UGA helps Georgia travelers map their way
GDOT partnership responsible for those crisply folded state road maps.
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UGA, Georgia Power partner on workforce development
The new guide for businesses and schools highlights best practices.
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Gov.-elect Kemp addresses lawmakers at 2018 Biennial Institute
He emphasized continuity and hard work to maintain Georgia’s prosperity.
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Governor honors Certified Public Manager graduates
Gov. Nathan Deal knows that effective government stewardship helps Georgia remain America’s top state for…
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UGA promotes renaissance in multi-city partnership
A Georgia mountain community is forging a unique economic development partnership with two Tennessee cities…
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UGA works to tackle Georgia’s opioid abuse crisis
Statewide efforts to thwart the opioid epidemic that is ravaging Georgia communities got a boost…
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UGA hosts conference for national leaders in government training
Small in numbers but mighty in purpose, university service organizations that provide training and resources…
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City leaders gain critical knowledge through UGA partnership
Terry Crawford was a new city councilman in Ringgold when he attended UGA’s training for…
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Lawmakers prepared for current legislative session at 30th Biennial Institute
Georgia General Assembly members delved into critical state issues at the 30th Biennial Institute for…
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Governor caps 2016 Biennial Institute by touting Georgia’s economic success
Georgia remains a national leader in job creation and economic development because of infrastructure improvements…
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UGA training prepares newly elected city leaders to govern effectively
More than 250 new mayors and city council members were officially welcomed to Athens and…
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Institute of Government faculty member trains U.N. humanitarian responders
When catastrophe strikes, relief organizations rely on accurate maps and relevant local data from United…
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Vinson faculty member to take part in mixed methods research program
Yvonne Mensa-Wilmot, a Carl Vinson Institute of Government faculty member, is collaborating with nationally recognized…
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Lawmakers explore 2015 legislative agenda during Biennial Institute
Members of the Georgia General Assembly convened at UGA Dec. 7-9 for the 29th Biennial…
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Lawmakers explore 2015 legislative agenda during 29th Biennial Institute
Members of the Georgia General Assembly convened in Athens Dec. 7-9 for the 29th Biennial…
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Vinson Institute finance courses extend UGA’s reach
A financial training curriculum developed by the Carl Vinson Institute of Government has grown into…
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UGA workshop explores ways local governments can help cut flood insurance costs
More than 70 local government leaders from communities throughout the Southeast learned how to help…
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Gov. Deal touts UGA’s economic development, public service and outreach efforts
Gov. Nathan Deal cited the strong partnership between the University of Georgia and state economic…
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Researcher finds ‘invasive’ water plant may be native species
An aquatic plant classified as an exotic invasive species actually is a native perennial that…
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Institute of Government survey provides insight into region’s manufacturing sector
A recent survey of manufacturers in the 11-county area surrounding Athens indicates that larger manufacturers…
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