How to be a Bulldog in the Sunshine State
You can commit to the G no matter where you live, but Bulldogs living in Florida may have to work a bit harder to represent the red and black. We asked a few Florida-based Dawgs for tips on how they show their UGA spirit amid a sea of Gator orange.
Wear your Georgia gear proudly and often.
Whether you’re relaxing on one of Florida’s beaches or waiting in line at Disney World, red and black is a must. You’re sure to spot another Bulldog in the crowd when you do!
Find a fellow Bulldog to watch games with.
When it’s Saturday in Athens and you’re wishing you could be between the hedges, team up with other alumni to cheer on the Bulldogs. UGA alumni chapters make this easy by hosting game-watching parties in several Florida cities.
Order a taste of Athens to your Florida doorstep.
Whether you’re craving a cup of Jittery Joe’s coffee or missing the legendary biscuits from Mama’s Boy, many Athens-based companies will ship your favorite treats to the Sunshine State.
Travel to Jacksonville for the Georgia-Florida football game.
Even if you don’t have tickets to the game, this big game is the perfect opportunity to reunite with Bulldogs you’ve missed. It’s also a chance to show your Florida friends what “committing to the G” is all about.
Dress your dog in a UGA bandana when you go for a walk.
Because nothing says “Go Dawgs” like a dog representing the red and black.
Join your local Alumni Chapter.
Don’t reminisce about Athens alone—find your Alumni Chapter to connect with other UGA grads for game-watching parties and other networking and community service events.
Purchase a voucher for a UGA license plate in Florida.
We don’t suggest honking every time you see a UGA sticker on the highway, but we do recommend adding some UGA swag to your car with a UGA specialty license plate. Before the state of Florida will offer a UGA specialty license plate, though, 4,000 plates must be pre-sold by October 2022. Own multiple cars? Purchase a voucher for each one and help us reach 4,000 soon!
And finally: never, ever, ever wear orange.
Thank you to Orlando Alumni Chapter President Amanda Morris (BSED ’19), for her help with this post!
