Each January, the University of Georgia proudly celebrates its place in history as the birthplace of public higher education in America. A weeklong series of events, including the annual Founders Day Lecture, is held for the Athens and campus communities. We sparked a movement that continues to shape our nation–join us as we recognize this historic commitment.
Marshall Shepherd, Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, will present the lecture, “Partly Sunny or Partly Cloudy? The Challenges of Communicating Science to Non-Scientists.”
Monday, Jan. 22
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Founders Week T-shirt giveaway on Tate north lawn.
1:30-3:30 p.m. – 16th annual Founders Day lecture featuring Marshall Shepherd, Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor, associate head of the Department of Geography and director of programs in Atmospheric Sciences
Tuesday, Jan. 23
11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Tradition Tuesday at the Abraham Baldwin statue
11 a.m.-4 p.m. – 100 Days ‘Til Graduation Celebration in Memorial Hall Ballroom
Wednesday, Jan. 24
3:30 p.m – State of the University Address in the Chapel
11 a.m.-4 p.m. – 100 Days ‘Til Graduation Celebration in Memorial Hall Ballroom
Thursday, Jan. 25
10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Founders Week banner contest
Friday, Jan. 26
11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Founders Day Celebration in Tate Plaza
In recognition of the University’s anniversary as the nation’s first state-chartered institution of higher education, the UGA Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Association host a weeklong celebration. The highlight of the week is the annual Founders Day Lecture, hosted in partnership with the Office of the President, Provost’s Office and UGA Emeriti Scholars. The lecture is held in the UGA Chapel and has become a Founders Day tradition, drawing alumni, students, faculty, esteemed guests and members of the community.
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