Tag: News to Use
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Preserve pumpkins
Whether canned, dried or frozen, there are some important tips to keep in mind when…
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Benefits open enrollment information now available for review online
The two-week open benefits enrollment period is Nov. 2-13, and UGA Human Resources has posted…
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Plant new trees in fall landscape
The transition of leaf color symbolizes an end to the growing season, but it is…
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Microsoft Sway available for use
University students, faculty and staff now have access to a new online presentation tool through…
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Referral form available for those who need help during emergency
UGA officials want to identify and support students, faculty, staff and visitors with disabilities who…
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Join International Coffee Hour
Join UGA students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds at International Coffee Hour each week.…
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Sign-up available for academic service-learning workshops
Service-learning can be a powerful teaching and learning tool that provides opportunities for students and…
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Fresh Food Bus now operating
A new on-campus bus route will take riders from campus to the Athens Farmers Market…
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UGA app has Athens transit tracker
The official mobile app for UGA now includes a real-time bus tracker for Athens Transit,…
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Ways to read Columns
Columns is published weekly during the academic year and biweekly during the summer for the…
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Make a tornado emergency plan
March, April and May are the most common months for tornadoes in Georgia, and knowing…
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Search for level, sunny spot when selecting vegetable garden site
Choosing a garden site is one of, if not the most, important decisions a gardener…
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Ensure safety with radon testing kit
Radon is a naturally occurring gas that comes from the decay of uranium found in…
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Plan to eat healthy when dining out
Eating healthy often means including more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean proteins…
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Create a gardening plan now
To reap a hearty harvest, Bob Westerfield, UGA Extension consumer horticulturist, suggests creating a garden…
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Control mold and mildew at home with dehumidifier or moisture barrier
Mildew and musty odors sometimes develop during periods of damp weather. Controlling them can be…
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Be wary of identity thieves posing as IRS agents and tax preparers
Tax season is the time to be vigilant about identity theft, said Laura Heilman, a…
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Make sure tablets and educational apps are appropriate for children
The introduction of touchscreen tablets into the marketplace represents a technological “game changer” for children,…
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Health insurance provider now offering ID theft protection services
Following a recent cyberattack, Anthem, the parent company of UGA’s health insurance provider BlueCross and…
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Health insurance provider tips for identity theft protection after breach
Anthem, the parent company of UGA’s health insurance provider, BlueCross and BlueShield of Georgia (BCBSGa),…
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Build a compost bin to reduce waste
Resolve to live more sustainably by creating a compost pile to help reduce household waste.…
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Prevent mice and rats from coming indoors during winter
During the winter months when people spend more time indoors, so do rodents. With a…
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Microsoft Lync now available for UGA students, faculty, staff
UGA students, faculty and staff now have access to Microsoft’s Lync, an instant messaging, video…
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Locate source of bad odors in household water to ensure quality
Drinking clean water is an important part of staying healthy. If the water in a…
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