The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) generated a statewide economic impact of $899.3 million in 2024, marking a fourth consecutive record-breaking year for contributions to the state’s economy. Divided among the arms of the college’s tripartite mission of teaching ($265.6 million), research ($258.8 million) and outreach ($374.9 million), the total impact of CAES in 2024 was third highest […]
03.05.2025
Athens Free Clinic surpasses $1 million of free health care
Fulfilling its commitment to the underinsured and uninsured of Athens-Clarke County and surrounding areas, the Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership’s Athens Free Clinic surpassed the milestone of delivering more than $1 million of health care since its opening in 2018. The Athens Free Clinic connects Medical Partnership students and faculty with sites across the community […]
03.03.2025
Alex Orso named dean of UGA’s College of Engineering
Following a nationwide search, the University of Georgia has appointed Alessandro “Alex” Orso as the new dean of the College of Engineering, effective July 1. Orso currently serves as a professor in the College of Computing at the Georgia Institute of Technology and as director of Georgia Tech’s Scientific Software Engineering Center. He previously served […]
03.03.2025
Handa, Orlando named Regents’ Entrepreneurs
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents approved UGA’s Hitesh Handa and Ron Orlando as Regents’ Entrepreneurs at its Feb. 11 meeting. This honor acknowledges faculty members who have successfully transformed research into commercial applications. Initially granted for three years with the possibility of extension, the designation includes a one-time $10,000 cash award. Handa’s and […]
03.03.2025
Carmichael, Kissinger named 2025 University Professors
Two University of Georgia faculty members have earned the distinction of University Professor, a title bestowed on those who have made a significant impact on the university in addition to fulfilling their regular academic responsibilities. The 2024–2025 University Professors are K. Paige Carmichael, Meigs Distinguished Professor in the department of pathology in the College of Veterinary […]
03.03.2025
UGA Class of 2024 achieves 95% career outcomes rate
New data released by the University of Georgia Career Center shows that 95% of UGA’s Class of 2024 were employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation. The Class of 2024 is the eighth class of the last 10 to post a career outcomes rate of 95% or higher. “Year after year, the success […]
03.03.2025
Supporting students, strengthening Athens
In a college town like Athens, Georgia, the undergraduate students contribute to the community’s vibrancy. Students serve as volunteers for local nonprofits, work as student-teachers in K-12 classrooms, and contribute to the workforce as employees in local businesses. They’re also critical to the mission and culture of the University of Georgia. Last fall, in order […]
03.03.2025
UGA named a top producer of Fulbright students
Seventeen University of Georgia students received Fulbright offers for the 2024-2025 academic year, placing UGA among the top producing institutions for Fulbright U.S. students. This is the third year in a row—and the seventh time in 12 years—that UGA has been named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. students. Of the 17 UGA students and recent […]
02.21.2025
Building a Medical School: A Progress Report
It’s only been a year since the University System of Georgia Board of Regents authorized the establishment of an independent School of Medicine at the University of Georgia, and the institution is wasting no time preparing to turn a vision into a reality. The School of Medicine has already made significant faculty and administrative hires, prepared the way for a […]
02.21.2025
Herod, Trent named Regents’ Professors
Two University of Georgia faculty members have been named Regents’ Professors in recognition of their innovative and pace-setting research. The honor is the highest professorial recognition bestowed by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents. The university’s 2025 Regents’ Professors are Andrew Herod, Distinguished Research Professor in the department of geography in the Franklin […]
