$60-for-60
Commemorating the 60th anniversary of desegregation
It began with their courage.
Sixty years ago, Hamilton E. Holmes (BS ’63) and Charlayne Hunter-Gault (ABJ ’63) became the first Black students to register for classes at UGA. They were later joined by Mary Frances Early (MMED ’62, EDS ’67).
To commemorate the diamond anniversary of desegregation at UGA, the Black Alumni Leadership Council is leading the $60-for-60 giving initiative, which encourages alumni and friends of UGA to give $60 or more to the Black Alumni Scholarship Fund.
It continues with our commitment.
All contributions support efforts to ensure that students, regardless of socioeconomic status, have access to a college education at UGA. Participants in the $60-for-60 campaign automatically become members of The 1961 Club giving society, which supports the Black Alumni Scholarship Fund.
Join Our Council
Interested in getting involved? Nominate yourself or a fellow alum by November 30 to join the Black Alumni Leadership Council!
We Never Bark Alone
UGA Black Alumni connects alumni and students with shared experiences to continue building a welcoming and supportive campus community. Stay connected by following @ugablackalumni on Facebook and Instagram for ways to get involved.
We are committed to supporting students all the way to graduation by connecting them with engaged alumni mentors and professional development opportunities. Through strong engagement, a spirit of generosity, and “friendraising,” we help expand access and opportunity. As ambassadors for UGA, we carry Bulldog pride into our communities and champion the success of fellow Dawgs.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Black Alumni Leadership Council Scholarship
The Black Alumni Scholarship Endowment aims to provide support to a deserving first-year student who demonstrates leadership qualities and ambition.
Help students succeed in their personal, academic and professional endeavors by becoming a mentor. The UGA Mentor Program offers a personalized experience, allowing you to connect with students no matter your location or schedule. Not sure where to start? Head over to the Mentor Program website for resources and next steps.
The 1961 Club is a dedicated group of donors to the Black Alumni Scholarship Endowment, named for the year of integration at Georgia, who share a passion for ensuring student success. With a gift of $19.61, $196.10, or $1,961.00, we remove barriers to education and keep the doors open for students to attain a world-class education from UGA.
UGA BLACK ALUMNI LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
UGA Alumni Councils exist to unite Bulldog alumni by fostering lifelong connections, advancing professional growth and mentorship, and serving as engaged ambassadors for the University of Georgia.
Through collaboration, philanthropy, and community involvement, these groups also support student success by strengthening pathways to higher education for future Bulldog leaders through scholarship fundraising.
UGA Black Alumni Instagram
Events
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Important Links
Offices and student organizations promoting campus diversity:
UGA Black Alumni Leadership Council
Shirleyse Haley
(ABJ ’11)
President
UGA Alumni
Alicea Gaston
(ABJ ’11, BSHP ’11, MBA ’18)
Vice President
UGA Alumni
Godswill Nwankwo
(BBA ’20)
Secretary
UGA Alumni
Rodd Cargill
(BBA ’10)
Immediate Past President
UGA Alumni
Jessica Afeku
(BBA ’14)
UGA Alumni
Meila Barnes
(BS ’16)
UGA Alumni
Tiffany Coleman
(AB ’05, JD ’10)
UGA Alumni
Camille Telicia Gordon
(BS ’08)
UGA Alumni
Cassaundra Govan
(BBA ’01, PHD ’12)
UGA Alumni
Aneek James
(BSEE ’17)
UGA Alumni
Roderick Langston
(EDD ’22)
UGA Alumni
Geoffrey Loften
(BA ’15)
UGA Alumni
Alia Martinez
(BBA ’10, MBA ’17)
UGA Alumni
Kydae Scott
(BS ’23)
UGA Alumni
Janella Thomas-Burse
(BS ’86)
UGA Alumni
Clarisa Thompson
(MED ’10)
UGA Alumni
Joe Vaughn
(BSFR ’16)
UGA AlumniHow to Get Involved
If you are passionate about building a welcoming UGA community for all Bulldogs and enjoy helping fellow alumni connect to their alma mater, you should consider volunteering with an alumni leadership council.
Questions about this council? Email alumni@uga.edu.
