Creating Statewide Connections - UGA Office of Government Relations

The University of Georgia is committed to serving communities across our state. From promoting small business growth and agriculture development to preparing civic leaders, we partner with communities to support the needs of our state.

We prepare students to be leaders in their fields and provide training that helps entrepreneurs and small businesses thrive. The University of Georgia helps communities revitalize their downtowns, develop their workforces and attract industry and jobs.

Use the links below to explore UGA’s statewide connections.

Support for the Agricultural Industry

Assess Your Community

Support for Coastal Georgia

Develop Community Leaders

Family & Youth Development

Food Industry Outreach

Grow Your Small Business

Strengthen Your Community

Community Nutrition & Wellness

News & Announcements

06.16.2025

UGA-Community Partnership Recognized by International Town and Gown Association

At this year’s International Town and Gown Association (ITGA) conference, the Athens Community Council on Aging (ACCA) was honored with the 2025 Presidential Excellence Award, highlighting the organization’s multifaceted collaboration with the University of Georgia and dedication to supporting thousands of seniors in Athens and beyond. “We are incredibly grateful to have such a strong partnership with the University […]

Chatterjee named interim dean of Terry College of Business

Santanu Chatterjee, a professor and associate dean for graduate programs in the C. Herman and Mary Virginia Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia, has been named interim dean of the college, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost S. Jack Hu announced Friday. “Dr. Chatterjee is a highly distinguished scholar and teacher, […]

UGA ranks second in the nation for Boren Awards in 2025

For the second year in a row, the University of Georgia ranks second in the nation as a top-performing institution for Boren Scholarships. UGA also ranks second for total number of Boren Awards in 2025, which is calculated by combining an institution’s Boren Scholarships and Fellowships. Seven undergraduates were selected as Boren Scholars this spring. […]