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Ansel Symposium to focus on the changing scenario of the diabetes epidemic
The fourth annual Howard C. Ansel Symposium will take place at the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy on Saturday, Aug. 25, beginning at 8…
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Imported foods are cause for concern, says UGA food scientist
A University of Georgia expert says the challenges in ensuring a safe U.S. food supply will continue to grow to unprecedented heights unless solutions are…
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UGA School of Law Class 2010 is one of the most academically gifted in school history
Today, the most academically talented class in University of Georgia School of Law history will begin the three-year pursuit of a law degree.
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University of Georgia expects most academically talented freshman class in its history
The incoming freshman class at the University of Georgia is predicted to be the most academically talented in the institution’s history, as measured by several…
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Nominations for new Mudter Professorship in Cancer Research
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is accepting nominations until Sept. 10 for its new Sarah P. and George E. Mudter Professorship in Cancer…
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Deadline for distinguished research professor nominations
Nominations for distinguished research professorships must be submitted to the appropriate dean no later than Sept. 28. Guidelines for this program are available online (www.ovpr.uga.edu/forms/reprofessor.html).…
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Carmon Scholarship nominations
Nominations for the James L. Carmon Scholarship must be submitted to the Office of the Vice President for Research by Sept. 18. Guidelines for this…
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Auto safety video
The Georgia Department of Administrative Services Risk Management Office has developed an auto coverage and safety training video that all state employees should view, whether…
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Directory information verification
The university’s phone directory is in the process of being updated, and all benefit-eligible faculty and staff are encouraged to review their work and home…
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Student employment fair
The Career Center is hosting its annual Student Employment Fair Aug. 22 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in Georgia Hall of the Tate Student Center. Departments…
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Delta Prize nominations
Nominations for the 2009 Delta Prize for Global Understanding are being accepted until Sept. 1. Awarded annually, the prize recognizes individuals who help foster understanding…
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Curb appeal: Aderhold Hall will get new look
When the College of Education celebrates its centennial next summer, the front entrance of its primary home, Aderhold Hall, will have a new look featuring…
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Lamar Dodd School of Art hosts traveling video project and solo faculty exhibition
Two multimedia exhibitions are being held at the Lamar Dodd School of Art this month. The traveling Urban Video Project with an Athens-specific exhibition is…
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New academic year kicks off with Pillars of Arch Welcome Picnic
The university will welcome new freshmen to campus and get the new academic year off to a spirited start with the Pillars of the Arch…
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Peach State poll: Georgians give high marks to health care services
Despite the national debate on health care reform, Georgians generally express a high level of satisfaction with several aspects of the health care system, according…
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Performing Arts Center’s priority purchase period begins for faculty, staff, students
Beginning Aug. 20, the Performing Arts Center will offer faculty, staff and students a priority purchase period to order tickets for the 2007–2008 season. Tickets…
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University concludes settlements for two more Lumpkin Street Greek houses
UGA administrators have completed transactions to acquire clear title to two more Greek houses along Lumpkin Street—the Kappa Alpha fraternity house at 294 South Lumpkin…
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August
Nineteen UGA employees retired Aug. 1. Retirees, their job classification, department and length of employment are: Peggy M. Ayers, library assistant II, libraries—general operations, 30…
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Staff Council continues work on tuition assistance, on-campus childcare
With nine representatives on University Council for the first time, Staff Council is aiming to have more of a voice and “bring about a better…
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Georgia Center director checks out
Robert Leiter is retiring next month after serving four years as director of the Georgia Center for Continuing Education Conference Center and Hotel.
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Grad School Preview
Brandon Young is excited about computer programming and wants others to be excited, too.
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University community invited to inaugural Fanning Day event
The Fanning Institute will celebrate the life and contributions of its namesake, the late UGA vice president J.W. Fanning, with the inaugural Fanning Day on…
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Study: Hispanic buying power will top $860 billion this year
The buying power of Hispanics—now the nation’s largest minority group—will exceed $860 billion in 2007 and is whizzing its way to more than $1.2 trillion…
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University exceeds $100 million in private fundraising
For the second consecutive year, the university has broken the $100 million mark in private funds raised, receiving a total of $106.4 million in gifts…