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In 2024, UGA generated $8.4 billion in economic activity statewide. The university’s economic development work has led to thousands of jobs created or retained, millions in capital investment and business growth, stronger communities and more resilient local economies!
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UGA’s unified approach to economic development drives Georgia forward - UGA Today
Innovation, outreach and workforce development anchor the University of Georgia's statewide economic impact.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:23 PM
In 2024, UGA generated $8.4 billion in economic activity statewide. The university’s economic development work has led to thousands of jobs created or retained, millions in capital investment and business growth, stronger communities and more resilient local economies!
https://t.uga.edu/3LLf70O
https://t.uga.edu/3LLf70O
Public service employees who find their work to be meaningful may be less likely to become emotionally exhausted and burnout, according to new research from the University of Georgia!
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Finding meaning in your work may prevent burnout - UGA Today
Thinking your work makes a difference can mean the difference between sticking it out and quitting, according to new UGA research.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Public service employees who find their work to be meaningful may be less likely to become emotionally exhausted and burnout, according to new research from the University of Georgia!
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https://t.uga.edu/3M0j6Xk
When an exam is coming up, many students focus on memorizing vocab and skimming textbooks. Mindset may play a big role in shaping how students study and how well they perform academically, according to a new study from UGA!
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Focusing on self-improvement, not competition, may boost grades
Students who focus on mastering educational material rather than chasing a high grade tend to perform better academically.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:27 PM
When an exam is coming up, many students focus on memorizing vocab and skimming textbooks. Mindset may play a big role in shaping how students study and how well they perform academically, according to a new study from UGA!
https://t.uga.edu/4rfTuGm
https://t.uga.edu/4rfTuGm
At the onset of cold and flu season, a group of University of Georgia schools and colleges joined together to promote community health at UGA’s Health Sciences Campus!
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Community Health Fair connects UGA with Normaltown neighbors - UGA Today
Event provides a variety of helpful information to improve health in the community.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
At the onset of cold and flu season, a group of University of Georgia schools and colleges joined together to promote community health at UGA’s Health Sciences Campus!
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https://t.uga.edu/3JLDxH0
A $5 million National Science Foundation grant awarded to the University of Georgia will develop a state alliance to strengthen and elevate science teaching and ultimately reach every K-12 science teacher in Georgia! Go Dawgs!
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November 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
A $5 million National Science Foundation grant awarded to the University of Georgia will develop a state alliance to strengthen and elevate science teaching and ultimately reach every K-12 science teacher in Georgia! Go Dawgs!
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https://t.uga.edu/3LJegh3
Have you ever wondered how the grounds at Sanford Stadium stay so healthy and pristine?
Tristan Lowery, a turfgrass management major, is part of the grounds crew that helps maintain the Georgia Football practice facility and Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium. https://t.uga.edu/3LFHvkU
Tristan Lowery, a turfgrass management major, is part of the grounds crew that helps maintain the Georgia Football practice facility and Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium. https://t.uga.edu/3LFHvkU
November 12, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Have you ever wondered how the grounds at Sanford Stadium stay so healthy and pristine?
Tristan Lowery, a turfgrass management major, is part of the grounds crew that helps maintain the Georgia Football practice facility and Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium. https://t.uga.edu/3LFHvkU
Tristan Lowery, a turfgrass management major, is part of the grounds crew that helps maintain the Georgia Football practice facility and Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium. https://t.uga.edu/3LFHvkU
As professor of military science at the University of Georgia Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), Lt. Col. Weston Layfield is sharing experience gained from a long career in the U.S. Army with students as he trains the next generation of cadets!
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Military science professor forges Army leaders at UGA - UGA Today
Lt. Col. Weston Layfield builds bold, selfless cadets.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM
As professor of military science at the University of Georgia Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), Lt. Col. Weston Layfield is sharing experience gained from a long career in the U.S. Army with students as he trains the next generation of cadets!
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https://t.uga.edu/47QouDE
When Georgia’s veterans need help accessing military benefits, the UGA Veterans Legal Clinic stands ready to help.
Read more about the clinic's work here: https://t.uga.edu/4nNljmg
Read more about the clinic's work here: https://t.uga.edu/4nNljmg
November 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
When Georgia’s veterans need help accessing military benefits, the UGA Veterans Legal Clinic stands ready to help.
Read more about the clinic's work here: https://t.uga.edu/4nNljmg
Read more about the clinic's work here: https://t.uga.edu/4nNljmg
This October marks a major milestone for the UGA’s Small Satellite Research Lab — the fifth anniversary of launching UGA’s first satellite into orbit — with the lab’s 10th anniversary fast approaching in 2026! Go Dawgs!
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Mini satellites, major impact - UGA Today
The University of Georgia’s Small Satellite Research Lab celebrates five years of student-driven space exploration and new CubeSat missions.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:26 PM
This October marks a major milestone for the UGA’s Small Satellite Research Lab — the fifth anniversary of launching UGA’s first satellite into orbit — with the lab’s 10th anniversary fast approaching in 2026! Go Dawgs!
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CJ Allen credits his rock-solid work ethic to his mom, Tamecha Tyus, a single mom who raised Allen and his five siblings. As for the rest of his success? He says he owes so much to his hometown community - Barnesville, GA!
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
November 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
CJ Allen credits his rock-solid work ethic to his mom, Tamecha Tyus, a single mom who raised Allen and his five siblings. As for the rest of his success? He says he owes so much to his hometown community - Barnesville, GA!
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
“I wake up every day and am still amazed that I’m a linebacker at the University of Georgia. It’s a lot of sacrifice. You’ve got to be the example and put yourself last. It’s a lot, but that’s how you would want it.” - CJ Allen
Read more here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
Read more here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
November 7, 2025 at 8:32 PM
“I wake up every day and am still amazed that I’m a linebacker at the University of Georgia. It’s a lot of sacrifice. You’ve got to be the example and put yourself last. It’s a lot, but that’s how you would want it.” - CJ Allen
Read more here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
Read more here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
When communities partner on strategic branding with the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government, they receive more than an attractive logo and catchy tagline; they often become a catalyst for positive change!
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Community Branding - The Sweet Smell of Success
Community Branding program at the UGA Institute of Government wins national award
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November 5, 2025 at 7:57 PM
When communities partner on strategic branding with the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government, they receive more than an attractive logo and catchy tagline; they often become a catalyst for positive change!
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https://t.uga.edu/47MFRWb
Georgia Football linebacker, CJ Allen, had plenty of reasons to play football at UGA, but the biggest draw was staying close to home - Barnesville, Georgia!
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
November 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Georgia Football linebacker, CJ Allen, had plenty of reasons to play football at UGA, but the biggest draw was staying close to home - Barnesville, Georgia!
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
For Swetha Pendela, people are at the heart of her journey to become a pediatric neurologist. She's spent the last four years exploring every corner of UGA. From research labs to orientation panels to the streets of Italy, she is a familiar face across campus!
Full story: https://t.uga.edu/4nxDADV
Full story: https://t.uga.edu/4nxDADV
November 3, 2025 at 7:21 PM
For Swetha Pendela, people are at the heart of her journey to become a pediatric neurologist. She's spent the last four years exploring every corner of UGA. From research labs to orientation panels to the streets of Italy, she is a familiar face across campus!
Full story: https://t.uga.edu/4nxDADV
Full story: https://t.uga.edu/4nxDADV
Happy Halloween and Happy Fall Break, Bulldogs!
October 31, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Happy Halloween and Happy Fall Break, Bulldogs!
Looking for a gift for grandma or grandpa this holiday season? Consider a tablet or smartphone! https://t.uga.edu/4oe1rtr
Technology use may keep older adults healthier
Older adults who use smartphones and computers are more socially engaged than their less tech-savvy peers, according to new UGA research.
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October 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Looking for a gift for grandma or grandpa this holiday season? Consider a tablet or smartphone! https://t.uga.edu/4oe1rtr
New research from UGA has confirmed that 6 species of bats will glow under UV light!
“It’s cool, but we don’t know why it happens. What is the evolutionary or adaptive function? Does it actually serve a function for the bats?," says researcher Steven Castleberry. https://t.uga.edu/3Jk4MIv
“It’s cool, but we don’t know why it happens. What is the evolutionary or adaptive function? Does it actually serve a function for the bats?," says researcher Steven Castleberry. https://t.uga.edu/3Jk4MIv
October 29, 2025 at 4:53 PM
New research from UGA has confirmed that 6 species of bats will glow under UV light!
“It’s cool, but we don’t know why it happens. What is the evolutionary or adaptive function? Does it actually serve a function for the bats?," says researcher Steven Castleberry. https://t.uga.edu/3Jk4MIv
“It’s cool, but we don’t know why it happens. What is the evolutionary or adaptive function? Does it actually serve a function for the bats?," says researcher Steven Castleberry. https://t.uga.edu/3Jk4MIv
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For anyone looking for #HurricaneMelissa context & background science - my colleague @drshepherd2013.bsky.social (faculty here at UGA) has an amazing Forbes column on weather. He’s always my go to trusted source of info! @ugaresearch.bsky.social
Writing is my coping mechanism when I am worried about a weather situation. As an unprecedented storm like #HurricaneMelissa approaches Jamaica, I feel helpless, so I write. My Tuesday morning thoughts on the storm.
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Hurricane Melissa Is The Strongest Storm On Earth In 2025
The strongest storm on Earth in 2025 is about to hit Jamaica. Here's what you need to know about Hurricane Melissa before its first landfall.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM
For anyone looking for #HurricaneMelissa context & background science - my colleague @drshepherd2013.bsky.social (faculty here at UGA) has an amazing Forbes column on weather. He’s always my go to trusted source of info! @ugaresearch.bsky.social
Doug Ivester, former chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, will deliver the fall undergraduate Commencement address, while Ron Walcott, the vice provost for graduate education and dean of the Graduate School, will deliver the address at the graduate ceremony. https://t.uga.edu/47M94S8
October 28, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Doug Ivester, former chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, will deliver the fall undergraduate Commencement address, while Ron Walcott, the vice provost for graduate education and dean of the Graduate School, will deliver the address at the graduate ceremony. https://t.uga.edu/47M94S8
Most Georgia fans know them by their alter egos, Batman and the Junkyard Villain. But to their friends, they're just Hayden and Adam, co-presidents of Spike Squad and an engineering major and econ major, respectively. https://t.uga.edu/4ntFGVx
October 28, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Most Georgia fans know them by their alter egos, Batman and the Junkyard Villain. But to their friends, they're just Hayden and Adam, co-presidents of Spike Squad and an engineering major and econ major, respectively. https://t.uga.edu/4ntFGVx
How do honeybees stay clean and healthy? Spoiler: it's not by taking a bubble bath and the answer, from UGA's Lewis Bartlett, may surprise you. https://t.uga.edu/4qqbqh7
The honey bee secret to staying clean and healthy | CAES Field Report
University of Georgia researchers are studying how honey bees shield young larvae from bacteria, fungi and pests by producing hydrogen peroxide in honey as a natural defense.
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October 27, 2025 at 7:14 PM
How do honeybees stay clean and healthy? Spoiler: it's not by taking a bubble bath and the answer, from UGA's Lewis Bartlett, may surprise you. https://t.uga.edu/4qqbqh7
In honor of National Mentoring Day, we are sharing this powerful testimonial from a pair participating in UGA's Mentor Program! https://t.uga.edu/47m3K6I
October 27, 2025 at 4:51 PM
In honor of National Mentoring Day, we are sharing this powerful testimonial from a pair participating in UGA's Mentor Program! https://t.uga.edu/47m3K6I
“We’re learning that a positive school environment not only supports academic rigor but also helps promote healthy lifestyle decisions, such as being physically active.”
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Kids exercise more when they feel safe, happy at school
Children, particularly girls, engage in less physical activity when they feel socially disconnected, according to a new UGA study.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:46 PM
“We’re learning that a positive school environment not only supports academic rigor but also helps promote healthy lifestyle decisions, such as being physically active.”
https://t.uga.edu/4niNQzU
https://t.uga.edu/4niNQzU
Grady College graduate, McGee Philbrick, is just hitting her stride as the deputy editor of the Magnolia Journal, the namesake publication of Chip and Joanna Gaines’ home and lifestyle empire!
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McGee Philbrick: Embracing the Journey - Georgia Magazine
UGA alumna McGee Philbrick is deputy editor of Magnolia Journal, the namesake publication of Chip and Joanna Gaines’ much beloved home and lifestyle empire.
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October 26, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Grady College graduate, McGee Philbrick, is just hitting her stride as the deputy editor of the Magnolia Journal, the namesake publication of Chip and Joanna Gaines’ home and lifestyle empire!
https://t.uga.edu/47Hg2Ia
https://t.uga.edu/47Hg2Ia
“I think most people who work with me in the clinic or the hospital are probably a little bit surprised when they see videos of me on the sideline…but to me, both feel pretty natural.” - Chip Chambers
Read more about the former Mic Man here: https://t.uga.edu/4nerIGK
Read more about the former Mic Man here: https://t.uga.edu/4nerIGK
October 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
“I think most people who work with me in the clinic or the hospital are probably a little bit surprised when they see videos of me on the sideline…but to me, both feel pretty natural.” - Chip Chambers
Read more about the former Mic Man here: https://t.uga.edu/4nerIGK
Read more about the former Mic Man here: https://t.uga.edu/4nerIGK