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The Natural: UGA showed Jackie Mattison new trails to blaze

September 28, 2021

Retired educator Jackie Mattison shares her experiences in becoming UGA's first Black gymnast and cheerleader.

Travelin’ tips from UGA grads for World Tourism Day

September 27, 2021

On World Tourism Day (Sept. 27), we checked in with a few travel-savvy alumni to get tips and insights for those looking to adventure beyond American borders.

The Jerry Tanner Show – Week 4, 2021: Vanderbilt

September 23, 2021

Vanderbilt hired a new head coach in the offseason. He immediately lost to East Tennessee State, so it seems like he’s a perfect fit!

A winning team – a mentorship testimonial

September 22, 2021

UGA student-athlete Meg Kowalski details her life-changing experience with the UGA Mentor Program and her mentor, Angela Alfano (AB ’10, ABJ ’10).

Dawgs through the Decades: UGA in the 1990s

September 20, 2021

Take a trip down nostalgia lane and learn about college life through the decades. Next stop: the '90s, an era of incredible growth at UGA.

Checking in with Alumni Board Member Truitt Eavenson

September 20, 2021

The UGA Alumni Board brings Bulldogs together. Get to know Truitt Eavenson, a dedicated board member and advocate for the College of Engineering.

Mistress of Cultural Affairs: Nawanna Miller’s legacy of diversity and inclusion at UGA

September 17, 2021

Nawanna Miller was crowned the Mistress of Cultural Affairs in 1970 for her contributions to diversity and inclusion at UGA.

Vaughn’s Victory: Terry College’s first Black female graduate shares remembrances

September 17, 2021

Margaret Vaughn, the first Black woman to graduate from the Terry College of Business, shares her journey to becoming a successful executive.

The Jerry Tanner Show – Week 3, 2021: South Carolina

September 16, 2021

Shane Beamer returns to Athens not as a UGA coach but as the USC head coach. You hate to see a guy take a step back like that.