Category: Public Service & Outreach
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Marine Extension, Georgia Sea Grant recognized for leadership in oyster research and restoration
The University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant has been named to the…
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UGA honored with national award for community impact
The award reflects more than a decade of UGA’s economic development initiatives.
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UGA’s unified approach to economic development drives Georgia forward
Innovation, outreach and workforce development anchor UGA’s statewide economic impact.
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Community Health Fair connects UGA with Normaltown neighbors
Event provides a variety of helpful information to improve health in the community.
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Community Branding program at the Institute of Government wins national award
The program receives national recognition for impact on local economies.
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UGA faculty earn national recognition for engaged scholarship work
Henry N. Young, Lorilee Sandmann were honored for their community impact and research.
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Mona Behl elected as fellow of the American Meteorological Society
AMS Fellow status honors outstanding contributions to atmospheric and ocean sciences.
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UGA receives national recognition for economic development work
UGA is a finalist for two national awards recognizing economic development initiatives.
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Nearly 500 UGA students volunteer in the Athens community
Students volunteered with more than 20 community partner organizations.
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Pop-up legal clinics fulfill a need in the Athens community
UGA School of Law students, faculty offer free advice and guidance on legal matters.
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UGA’s New Faculty Tour deepens statewide impact
The new faculty tour introduces faculty to UGA’s statewide impact and leads to research and…
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UGA-community partnership recognized with ITGA award
Athens Community Council on Aging works with UGA to support seniors.
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Students get hands-on experience at historic Athens property
They’re exploring the history of the land to support ACC planning efforts.
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Burke County graduates as UGA Archway Partnership community
Community leaders celebrate four years of meaningful progress and development.
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Jones appointed VP for public service and outreach
Jones will succeed Jennifer Frum, who retired after a distinguished 30-year career at UGA.
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UGA, Achieve Atlanta mark milestone with first graduating class
Partnership supports Atlanta Public Schools students through the college journey.
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Clarke Middle Health Center celebrates new location
New space at Clarke Middle School brings more health care opportunities for the center.
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UGA Grand Farm breaks ground in Perry, Georgia
Agriculture innovation partnership strengthens connections between UGA and industry.
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UGA students raise more than $500K for cancer research
Their Jam in the Streets Festival attracted more than 15,000 to celebrate life of a…
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New UGA internship aims to boost rural Georgia communities
UGA undergraduates address community-identified challenges, gain workforce experience.
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Physical education partnership built on observation
The partnership works to bridge gaps in physical education for students with disabilities.
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Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame inducts leaders in education and business for 2025
Inductees are honored for their extraordinary contributions to agriculture and agribusiness industries.
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Student’s passion about sustainability makes impact on campus
Sadie Eubanks works to spread the word about importance of sustainable living.
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Donor group creates impact through community, connection
Georgia Women Give helps donors support students through interaction, creating lasting impact.
