Tag: Unsung Heroes

Figuring out ways to hold events during a pandemic

Lindsey Copus and her colleagues had to get particularly creative this year.
Creating equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic

Carlos Barrow helps design and build research tools and more.
Adapting technology to serve students during the pandemic

Jim Henneberger implemented big changes in School of Law.
Getting students outside and engaged during a pandemic

Christy Tweedy made sustainability active for her EcoReps.
Student bridges cultures to help others acclimate

Wisnu Pradana and ISL help international students transition to UGA during pandemic.
Keeping rare plants alive during a pandemic

Unsung Hero Will Rogers is an essential worker for imperiled plant species.
Teaching physics via Zoom during the pandemic

Lauren Sgro figured out a way to hold virtual labs for hands-on exercises.
Creating plant-dissection videos during COVID

Mason McNair and Mark Zenoble transitioned a very hands-on class to online.
Designing courses to help navigate COVID-19

Shannon Perry helped create and launch several pandemic-related classes.
ISL director navigates cultures during a pandemic

Justin Jeffery began handling COVID-19 issues earlier than most campus staff.
Niche librarian locates books around the globe

Susan Morris had to quarantine library materials during the pandemic.
Student provides stress relief to her peers

Maelyn Ehrman helps alleviate fellow students’ worries through tutoring.
Helping students exercise during a pandemic

Josh Stewart worked to reopen the Ramsey Student Center during COVID.
Sending comfort through the airwaves

Chase McGee and WUOG 90.5-FM got creative to ensure the broadcast continued.
Distributing funds to help students during pandemic

Marcie Berrong helped disburse more than $20M to students in need.
Building connections during a pandemic

Destiny Loyd has been able to expand the reach of UGA’s Mentor Program.
Making student teaching work during a pandemic

Taiesha Smith created a system that helped make sense of giant logistics puzzle.
Finding necessary items during a pandemic

Claire Boyd helps ensure the University of Georgia has everything it needs.
Improving the bus riding experience across campus

Andrew Wells offers cheer to student riders, despite the mask blocking his smile.
Helping students navigate the financial aid process

The complicated procedure has become even more difficult during the pandemic.
Helping students with a range of issues

Ansley Long ensures students get assistance for every possible problem.
Keeping residence halls secure with a personal touch

Security Coordinator Ricky Young and his team tackle many challenges.
Keeping campus buildings safe and sanitized

Building services lead Tiffany Teasley ensures her team’s section of UGA is clean.
Ensuring a positive first experience for students

Exploratory Center advisor Ali Gerlach helps guide students toward the future.