Category: Georgia Impact
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Federal legislative staffers get up close look at UGA
The retreat, held annually during the August congressional recess, is hosted by the UGA Office…
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Researchers solving the microbiome puzzle
A project by UGA researchers could lead to new computational tools.
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UGA School of Law renews Butler Commitment
Commitment guarantees aid to veterans who matriculate in 2020.
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New veterinary medical center being built in Tifton
The center will improve UGA’s ability to serve the state’s animal agricultural industries
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Regents approve hub for innovation, entrepreneurship
The Spring Street Building will be transformed into a dynamic space.
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First Archway Partnership continues to thrive
Colquitt County leaders have continued to fund the Archway Partnership in their community, nine years…
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12 UGA students, alumni receive Fulbright offers
This is the sixth straight year that UGA has received 10 or more offers.
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UGA dedicates buildings named for Ivester, Orkins
Ceremony marks the completion of the Terry College of Business’ new home.
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UGA finalist for economic development awards
For third year, three programs have been selected as national award finalists.
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Robinson Scholars Program aims to increase diversity in legal education
Named after slain civil rights leader, initiative will assist those seeking to work in public…
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Researchers get $1.4M to combat opioid crisis
It’s aimed at training students to become behavioral health professionals.
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Botanical Garden projects to increase opportunities
The projects will also improve accessibility to garden exhibits and facilities.
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Providing free legal help to Athens entrepreneurs
School of Law’s Business Law Clinic provides guidance for fledgling businesses.
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Human trafficking in Georgia: The need for data
Associate professor David Okech discusses what researchers are doing.
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New Faculty Tour provides education and impact
New UGA faculty and administrators take a five-day trek across Georgia.
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UGA strategic planning boosts workforce development
The Carl Vinson Institute of Government’s is helping Cherokee County and other communities.
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UGA named No. 14 public university in America
Niche also ranked the campus No. 5 for universities with the best student life.
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UGA offers rural students free ride to Peach State Tour
Admissions staff holding information sessions in 23 cities and towns across Georgia.
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Custom cookies capture Summer Launch top prize
A Grady College entrepreneur collects the $5,000 business boost.
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$1M gift to UGA law school to support Family Justice Clinic
The clinic will be named in the memory of a victim of domestic violence.
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Morehead welcomes students to Dawg Camp Innovate
The weeklong immersion program focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation.
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Five insurance tips for hurricane season
NOAA predicting eight hurricanes and almost twice as many severe storms.
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New Faculty Tour heads out with new provost on board
They will pass through 41 of Georgia’s 159 counties to learn about UGA’s impact.
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I-Corps helps Athenian bring homebuilding idea to life
The UGA Innovation Corps helps develop ideas into businesses.
