Tag: Carl Vinson Institute of Government
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New training program gives Georgia communities edge in attracting business
Kyle Fletcher is the one sitting in the classroom, but the new Georgia Certified Economic…
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Certified for development
Economic developer’s training gives Georgia communities an edge in attracting new business.
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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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UGA launches Georgia Certified Economic Developer program
The University of Georgia is launching a certification program for Georgia economic developers, the first…
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University of Georgia assessing business needs in 13 Georgia counties
The University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government is conducting a workforce development survey…
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Deadline looms for Georgia Child Care Economic Impact Study
Georgia child care providers have until March 2 to demonstrate their impact on the state’s…
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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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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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Vinson spreads knowledge to governments
UGA’s Public Service and Outreach unit is expanding its economic development programming.
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UGA offers symposium on school board governance
The University of Georgia Office of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach is…
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Sea Grant, UGA help communities plan for future
Georgia Sea Grant, a public service and outreach unit of the University of Georgia, and…
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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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Institute of Government study shows civic engagement low in Georgia communities
A new report reveals that Georgia communities exhibit lower levels of civic engagement than the…
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UGA study shows civic engagement low in Georgia communities
A new report reveals that Georgia communities exhibit lower levels of civic engagement than the…
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Planning to help: Carl Vinson Institute expert aids communities in US, abroad
Malik R. Watkins, a planning and development expert with UGA’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government,…
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Tybee residents invited to participate in sea level rise, coastal flooding preparations
Tybee Island residents and municipal leaders will get an update on ways to plan for…
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UGA, local manufacturers announce launch of area wage survey
The University of Georgia, in collaboration with the Athens Area Manufacturers Council, will conduct a…
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Lawmakers explore legislative agenda during Biennial Institute
Members of Georgia’s General Assembly convened on campus last month for the 28th Biennial Institute…
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State lawmakers explore 2013 legislative agenda during 28th Biennial Institute
Members of Georgia’s General Assembly convened Dec. 9-11 in Athens for the Biennial Institute for…
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UGA offers new purchasing course for local governments
The Carl Vinson Institute of Government, in cooperation with the University of Georgia Center for…
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Partnership yields new feedback tool for government leaders
A recent collaboration between faculty from the Carl Vinson Institute of Government and the psychology…
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