Discover The UGA Student Alumni Council

Student Alumni Council

We are the Student Alumni Council.

The Student Alumni Council is composed of student leaders from across campus who celebrate UGA traditions, cultivate student philanthropy, and connect students to alumni. Applications to join the Student Alumni Council open September 15 (details below).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What We Do

Autumn Pressley (AB ’21)
“SAC was one of the most transformative experiences I had in college. I was able to experience so much personal growth in terms of putting myself out of my comfort zone. In addition, I grew in my professional confidence and built an amazing network/community that has persisted past graduating.”
Peter Hess (BBA ’22, MS ’22)
“My time at UGA could not be defined without mentioning my time with SAC. Being a member helped tighten my relationship with my classmates and gave me endless opportunities to represent this university that I love so much! I’m forever grateful to SAC for helping me grow professionally and socially as a young adult!”
Godswill Nwankwo (BBA ’20)
“SAC was one of the most impactful organizations during my college tenure at UGA. SAC was a family and was full of bright students passionate about creating a stronger bridge between students and alumni. Through SAC, I was able to establish long lasting connections with students, alumni, and amazing faculty and staff. I highly recommend SAC to students who are interested in making a substantial change to the UGA community at large.”
Delaney Burke (AB ’22, MPA ’22)
“SAC was the foundation for my growth and time at UGA. It provided me with a backbone and support system throughout my 4 years, allowing me to develop lasting connections, both personal and professional, push myself to achieve more, and gave me an opportunity to give back to the university community.”
John Bowden (BBA ’13)
“Being on SAC as a student opened my eyes to how many different aspects of life UGA has an impact on, from politics to scientific research. It also exposed me to opportunities and experiences across campus that I would never have known about otherwise. It deepened my connection to the University, a connection that I cherish to this day.”

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The Student Alumni Council cultivates an affinity for UGA among students that will help advance the connection of the Bulldog family through facilitating campus events, making professional connections and developing life long friendships.

A few of our signature event and programs include:

Dialogue with a Dawg
Beat Week
Founders Day
Freshman Welcome
Homecoming Activities
Senior Signature
Dawg Day of Giving
Dawg Day of Gratitude

What We Do

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A few of our signature event and programs include:

Dialogue with a Dawg
Beat Week
Founders Day
Freshman Welcome
Homecoming Activities
Senior Signature
Dawg Day of Giving
Dawg Day of Gratitude

Benefits of Joining SAC

Personal and Professional Development

Fall and Spring Retreat

Our year kicks off with the fall semester retreat where members can interact outside of Athens, participate in team-building activities and learn more about the expectations of being in SAC. Our spring semester retreat allows members to reconnect, to measure progress toward goals and to strengthen relationships with one another.

Project Coordination

SAC members serve within one of five committees during the academic year. Every committee member is an integral part of our core programming, providing students the opportunity to learn how to manage projects in a team setting.

Leadership

While tabling at student activities fairs, new student orientations and resource fairs throughout the academic year, the Student Alumni Council interacts with fellow students, promotes a culture of giving and publicizes upcoming events. Each volunteer is expected to serve at least 50 hours a semester, so SAC knows what it means to lead by example!

Networking Opportunities

Alumni Networks

When you join SAC, you join a family of Bulldogs that are committed to one another and to our university. SAC members have the opportunity to meet talented UGA volunteers that serve on the Alumni Board of Directors, Black Alumni Leadership Council, Latino Alumni Council, Young Alumni Leadership Council and Women of UGA.

40 Under 40

SAC members have the opportunity to attend 40 Under 40, an alumni event that recognizes 40 alumni under the age of 40 for their professional and philanthropic achievements. Aside from being an incredible networking opportunity, SAC volunteers to help ensure the event is a success.

Bulldog 100

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

SAC Applications

Applications to join the Student Alumni Council for the 2026-27 academic year closed on October 15.

Questions? Email ugasac@uga.edu.

Get to know SAC

Throughout the fall semester, SAC hosts many events for students. Our meet and greet series are designed to help students connect with current members to learn more about what membership is like. If you’re interested in joining SAC, we strongly encourage you to come to as many events as possible! Follow @uga_sac on Instagram to hear more about our upcoming events.

Apply

Applications to join the Student Alumni Council for the 2026-27 academic year are open until October 15. The application process includes a written application and a group interview. If selected, applicants will have the opportunity to participate in an individual interview. The interview process is designed to identify our next group members and provide students with real world interview experience.

Questions? Email ugasac@uga.edu.

APPLY BY OCTOBER 15