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Meet new alumni board member Truitt Eavenson (BSAE ’83)
Truitt Eavenson is dedicating his time to giving back to the place that helped shape him by serving on the board of the UGA Alumni Association.
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Catching up with Mohamed Massaquoi, 40 Under 40 honoree and UGA Alumni Board member
Mohamed Massaquoi (BS ’08) is mastering the art of reinvention. The former UGA football standout began his career in the NFL as a wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns, and after retiring, he worked in finance for Morgan Stanley.
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The First UGA Tradition: Freshman Welcome
Before Calling the Dawgs at the first home game of the season, ringing the Chapel Bell after acing a test or walking under the arch after graduation, each University of Georgia student steps barefoot Between the Hedges.
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Make history at 1785 Day
The Student Alumni Association has issued a challenge to the entire University of Georgia campus–to get 1,785 student donors to give $17.85.
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40 Under 40 reflections: Sam Watson
Sam Watson balances being a Georgia farmer and state representative by taking things one day at a time.
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40 Under 40 reflections: Amelia Dortch
Amelia Dortch oversees the marketing and communication efforts for Alabama’s farmers and land owners.
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40 Under 40 reflections: Travis Moore
Travis Moore is the head brewmaster at the St. Louis Anheuser-Busch InBev site, the largest and oldest brewery.
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10 questions with filmmaker Malena Cunningham Anderson (ABJ ’80)
This post was contributed by Bridgette Burton (AB ’11, ABJ…
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