Student Alumni Council

Many Passions.

One Cause.

The Student Alumni Council (SAC) is passionate about promoting UGA traditions, cultivating student philanthropy and connecting students to alumni. The SAC is comprised of student leaders from all across campus, and any student can stand out as a member. Applications to join the Student Alumni Council are open from October 1 – 31, and members are selected via an interview process.

Applications for the 2021-2022 academic year have closed.

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The purpose of SAC is to cultivate an affinity for UGA among students that will help advance the growth, success, and connection of the Bulldog family. Such events include, but are not limited to:

100 Days ‘til Graduation
Advice from the Big Dawgs
Beat Week
Dinner with a Dozen Dawgs
Founders Day
Freshman Welcome
Ghost Tours
Participation in Homecoming
Tradition Tuesdays
Senior Send-Off

Benefits of Membership

SAC members facilitate campus events, make professional connections, volunteer for incredible causes and develop lifelong friendships.

Personal and Professional Development

Fall Retreat

This weekend retreat gives SAC members the opportunity to interact with each other, participate in team building activities and learn the expectations of being an SAC member.

Spring Retreat

Typically held on campus in January, this all-day retreat provides a way for members to reconnect, assess progress on the organization’s goals and strengthen their relationships with one another.

ASAP Conference

Selected SAC members will have the opportunity to attend this regional conference, held annually in February, that works to connect student alumni associations, student philanthropy councils and other similar organizations. This conference is an incredible opportunity to network and learn from other schools, and generate new ideas relevant to programming at UGA.

Networking Opportunities

40 Under 40

All SAC members have the opportunity to attend 40 Under 40, an Alumni Association that recognizes 40 alumni under the age of 40 for their professional and philanthropic impact. Aside from being an incredible networking opportunity, SAC serves as volunteer support for the event to ensure its success!

Bulldog 100

SAC members have the opportunity to attend Bulldog 100, a program that celebrates the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned and/or operated by alumni. SAC serves as volunteer support for the event, speakers, and point of contact for VIPs and campus administrators.

Outreach Opportunities

Tabling at student activities fairs, new student orientations and resource fairs throughout the academic year, allows the Student Alumni Council to interact with other students, promote a culture of giving and publicize upcoming events.