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The power of podcasts: inside the minds of UGA alumni and students

April 15, 2020

Listen wherever, whenever. UGA alumni (and students) have launched podcasts that cover everything from education to entertainment.

UGA activity pages for the Bulldog family

April 14, 2020

Connect the dots. Find the words. Color in the lines. Escape the maze. Here are five activity pages for Bulldog fans as we shelter in place.

Outside the lines: a UGA coloring page for quarantine

April 13, 2020

UGA intern and graphic design major Courtney Rutledge '20 shares a special UGA coloring page for the UGA family during these trying times. Share your final product using #AlwaysADawg.

Dawgs design CDC’s COVID-19 graphic

April 10, 2020

UGA Lamar Dodd School of Art alumni Dan Higgins (BFA ’93) and Alissa Eckert (BFA ’04) are the dynamic design duo behind the COVID-19 virus for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

What to watch: UGA quarantine edition

April 8, 2020

Need something to do? Here are 10 binge-worthy TV shows and movies featuring UGA alumni to check out while in quarantine.

UGA provides financial assistance to students in need

April 6, 2020

The UGA community has rallied to commit $600k+ in new emergency funds for students experiencing unforeseen financial difficulties.

Update your alumni data while social distancing

April 1, 2020

We're still asking alumni to call (866) 277-2051 to update their information with our partner, PCI. Thank you!

Danielle Derkink (center) with her family at the Atlanta Pride Parade.

Danielle Derkink (MBA ’05) commits to inclusivity, advocacy

March 16, 2020

Danielle Derkink is an enthusiast—whether talking hospitality, advocating for inclusive workplaces, or creating awareness about childhood arthritis.

Wade Guyton and Kelley Walker, untitled, 2008, part of The John and Sara Shlesinger Collection

Georgia Museum of Art receives large gift of “cutting-edge” contemporary art

March 5, 2020

The Georgia Museum of Art received a major gift from John and Sara Shlesinger consisting of 110 contemporary works of art.