University of Georgia President Jere W. Morehead delivered his 2025 State of the University Address on Jan. 29, highlighting historic achievements in research funding, student success and economic impact while emphasizing UGA’s relentless pursuit of excellence across all aspects of its mission. “This university has existed for 240 years as a symbol of optimism, strength, […]
02.03.2025
New initiatives continue to enhance campus security at UGA
Building on a series of initiatives that have transformed campus security, the University of Georgia will more than triple the number of emergency call stations across the university. As part of more than $1.7 million in new safety investments announced this week by President Jere W. Morehead, the university will install 50 additional call stations […]
01.16.2025
UGA sets record with three Schwarzman Scholars
These three students bring UGA’s total number of Schwarzman Scholars to 11 The University of Georgia and the Schwarzman Scholars program are both celebrating big achievements this year: UGA set a record with three Schwarzman Scholars in a single year, and the Schwarzman Scholars program announced its 10th class of recipients. The UGA recipients are seniors […]
12.16.2024
UGA ranks as leading doctoral institution for study abroad
UGA Study Abroad ranks No. 3 in nation for short-term participation The University of Georgia remains among the top 10 U.S. universities for study abroad participation, according to the 2024 Open Doors Report released by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in partnership with the U.S. Department of State. UGA boasts the highest study abroad participation […]
12.16.2024
UGA Community Art School launches spring 2025
This upcoming spring, the Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia swings its studio doors open to welcome members of the Athens and surrounding community to take classes at the new UGA Community Art School. After successfully launching the UGA Summer Art Camp for high school students in 2024, the Dodd expands its public art […]
12.11.2024
9,500 students admitted to UGA for early action
Students from 50 states and Washington, D.C., including 115 counties across Georgia, admitted for early acceptance The University of Georgia continues to draw exceptional students from throughout Georgia and the United States. A record 30,490 students applied for early action consideration this year – a 14.6% increase from last year. Out of those, over 9,500 were […]
12.11.2024
UGA celebrates 15 years of Bulldog 100
Recognizing the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UGA graduates The University of Georgia Alumni Association released the 2025 Bulldog 100, a list of the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UGA graduates. The program, organized by the Division of Development & Alumni Relations, celebrates 15 years of honoring alumni and their entrepreneurial endeavors. […]
12.11.2024
UGA School of Medicine submits application for accreditation
It marks a major milestone in development of the new school The University of Georgia School of Medicine submitted its official application for accreditation to the Liaison Committee on Medical Education in late November. This is an important benchmark in the development of the newly formed school and a major milestone in UGA’s efforts to enhance […]
11.27.2024
Dishing Out Acts of Service
12th annual UGA Turkeypalooza helps record number of families Over 1,300 Athens community members will have meals for Thanksgiving and the days beyond thanks to the University of Georgia’s 12th annual Turkeypalooza. The Campus Kitchen at UGA, a program coordinated by the University of Georgia’s Office of Service-Learning, partners each fall with the Athens Community […]
11.26.2024
UGA Public Service and Outreach leader Jennifer Frum earns Vice President Emeritus designation upon retirement from UGA
Jennifer Frum is retiring from the University of Georgia as the first female Vice President Emeritus for Public Service and Outreach. University of Georgia President Jere W. Morehead announced the Emeritus designation last week at a reception to honor Frum, who is retiring Dec. 1 after a distinguished 30-year career at UGA. She has led […]
