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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.
Sam Watson, 2017 40 Under 40 honoree

40 Under 40 reflections: Sam Watson

Sam Watson balances being a Georgia farmer and state representative by taking things one day at a time.
40 Under 40 2017 honoree Amelia Dortch

40 Under 40 reflections: Amelia Dortch

Amelia Dortch oversees the marketing and communication efforts for Alabama’s farmers and land owners.
40 Under 40 honoree 2017 Travis Moore

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.

10 questions with filmmaker Malena Cunningham Anderson (ABJ ’80)

This post was contributed by Bridgette Burton (AB ’11, ABJ…
Glory! Glory!

UGA alumni help set 5 fundraising records in 5 years

For the fifth consecutive year, UGA donors have set a new record in fundraising, contributing a total of $242 million in new gifts and pledges to the Commit to Georgia Campaign.

Brandon Stewart (BBA ’06) dishes on becoming a Jimmy John’s franchisee

Brandon Stewart had big plans of becoming a pilot before starting school at UGA, but after arriving in Athens he decided to become a lawyer instead.

UGA celebrates a Peabody weekend in the City that Never Sleeps

The University of Georgia hosted various events in New York City that led up to the 77th Annual Peabody Awards Ceremony on May 19.
Working Like a Dog

Young alumni tell us their #FirstFiveJobs

From waiting on tables to working for the White House – UGA alumni have distinct journeys that have made them powerful professionals. Where they started off isn’t where they are today.