Tag: student stories
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Blake Witmer is following in her father’s footsteps
Two UGA Orientation leaders from the same family, 29 years apart.
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Seeing double
Twins Kara and Sarah Ye will both study ophthalmology after they graduate.
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The collaborative magic of making a musical
Students are immersed in set and lighting design, costume creation, acting, directing and more.
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Finding the perfect path
Third-year student finds opportunity, community on campus.
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Student traveled from Brazil for environment and design degree
After completing an architecture degree, Georgia seemed like the best next step.
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Fearless five
UGA students honored after saving lives in Burke County car accident.
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UGA student wins national PRWeek award
It’s one of the most prestigious award programs in the public relations industry.
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Embracing authenticity
Jillian Rhae Maxwell finds belonging at UGA through support and social media.
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Supporting international students
Wisnu Pradana approaches education, research through inclusive lens.
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West to East
Student Commencement speaker Kyle Huemme shares his thoughts on growth, perseverance.
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A full circle journey
Haley Rose reflects on family history, foundations formed at UGA.
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Student creates fundraiser to support advocacy center
Squishmallows are helping the children she works with heal.
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Breaking stereotypes
Student finds clarity, new path after autism diagnosis.
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From point to pixel: New paths in a changing world
Student Nathan Tesfayi explores novel solutions to environmental issues
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Medical student overcame great obstacles
Yasseen Amellal hopes to one day help students experiencing similar struggles.
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Food science student wins predoctoral fellowship
Peter Chiarelli is creating a domestic market for collagen peptide powders.
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Student wants to find the stories that aren’t always told
Ireland Hayes will graduate with a degree in journalism and recently won two feature writing…
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On the way up
UGA senior Cameron Kreitner sets his sights on late-night fame.
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Student promotes mental health, community
Kate Lindgren works with campus organizations to grow resources and awareness.
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TEDxUGA curator puts together ideas worth spreading
Esther Kim helps bring TED Talks to the stage.
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Coding for the future
UGA student advocates for others in tech while carving out her own spot.
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Future Double Dawg tackles the national trivia scene
Aiden Leahy captained the UGA quiz bowl team to victory.
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Student speaker reflects on love of collegiate journey
Suwanee native Michael Banks to speak at fall 2022 Commencement.
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Always learning
At 79, Robert Hume decided to take on a new role: UGA student.
