Category: Business & Economy

Professor offers advice on take-home pay hike

Most workers will see increases in their take-home pay sometime in February as employers begin…
Healthy chickens for a healthy economy

UGA’s Department of Poultry Science is finding solutions to critical poultry industry problems.
$5.7 billion — UGA’s economic impact grows

The latest annual study on the University of Georgia’s economic impact on the state of…
Four things to know about Facebook’s new algorithm

Mark Zuckerberg announced recently that Facebook will change its algorithm to promote posts from friends…
UGA alumni businesses driving the economy

The University of Georgia Alumni Association recognized the fastest-growing companies owned or operated by UGA…
Morehead: New initiatives will build on ‘great momentum’

University of Georgia President Jere W. Morehead delivered his annual state of the university address…
James Kau awarded John M. Quigley Medal

James B. Kau, an emeritus professor and chairholder at the University of Georgia Terry College…
Terry launches new master’s in business analytics

A new graduate program from the University of Georgia Terry College of Business will prepare…
UGA to host Artists’ Rights Symposium on Jan. 22-23

A symposium on artists’ rights in the music industry will be held at the University…
UGA experts predict good year for Georgia’s economy

Georgia’s economy will match its performance last year, propelled by economic development projects, solid population…
With UGA’s help, Clarkesville experiences a renaissance

In small towns, news travels fast. The calls started going out from Clarkesville Fire Chief…
Study: High-pressure expectations lead to unethical behavior

It can happen in the branch office or the boardroom. Volkswagen did it to pass…
Economic developer training at UGA gives Georgia an advantage

It didn’t take long for Larry Brooks to connect the dots during one of his…
UGA grows economy, promotes prosperity in rural Georgia

This is the first in a series of stories about UGA and economic development throughout…
UGA grows economy, promotes economic prosperity in rural Georgia

This is the first in a series of stories about UGA and economic development throughout…
Students launch businesses through Entrepreneurship Program

More than 300 University of Georgia students have been inspired and trained to launch their…
Sunbelt Ag Expo is showcase for UGA’s partnerships, programs

Agricultural leaders from across Georgia had an opportunity to discuss the future of the state’s…
UGA-assisted media company submits first feature film to Sundance

Catherine Downey is succinct when she talks about the help she’s received from the University…
How brands can compete on social purpose

Do you like your cleaning products to be eco-friendly? Your shoes supportive of workers’ rights?…
Anticipated social media buzz can drive tourism

How much positive feedback travelers think they’ll get on social media can predict whether they…
Workers fare worse when popular medications leave the market

A little pill can have a big effect on worker absenteeism, according to a new…
Study of same-sex couples reveals causes of work, family stress

People in same-sex relationships can face considerable angst when deciding whether to disclose their sexual…
Smart staffers: Why educated locales are good for business

The key to a thriving business may be the educational level of non-executive employees, according…
Turfgrass research is on solid ground

University of Georgia, state and industry leaders cut the ribbon on Sept. 21 signifying the…