Division of Student Affairs

306 Memorial Hall
Athens, GA 30602
706-542-3564 | askstudentaffairs@uga.edu

Weather Alert

The University of Georgia willย delay opening on Thursday, Jan. 23 until 10 a.m.ย 
The first in-person class for students will begin at 11:10 a.m.

All dining halls are scheduled to open at 8 a.m., and Campus Transit service will begin at 10 a.m.

For updates on this closure or details about which UGA services will be impacted, visit emergency.uga.edu or click the button below.

Latest News

UGA student reshapes sustainable fashion from the ground upย 

Driven by a passion for fashion and a purpose to protect the planet, Leynie Hester is leading a movement toward more mindful style. From thrifted treasures to clothing swaps, sheโ€™s making sustainability a statement worth wearing.

Animesh Paul is named 2025 recipient of the Saeeda Peermahomed Award

Animesh Paul, a third-year Ph.D student in Engineering Education and Transformative Practices in the College of Engineering is this yearโ€™s Saeeda Peermahomed Award recipient.

Making Campus Feel Like Home: The Power of Getting Involvedย ย 

Life as a college student can be an isolating experience, but finding community through campus involvement helps students build friendships and feel more at home. From student organizations to recreational activities, there are countless ways to connect and create a meaningful college experience.

2025 Student Employee of the Year awards announced

UGAโ€™s annual Student Employee of the Year Awards luncheon hosted by the UGA Career Center took place on April 16 in the Tate Student Center Grand Hall. The event honored 100 outstanding student employees, nominated by their supervisors.
Briggs Settlemier and Dimitri Nakis smile side-by-side in front of stage

UGA students raise more than $500K for cancer research at Jam in the Streets Festival

On March 29, Jam for Cam, a local Athens music festival, welcomed more than 15,000 attendeesย to the streets of downtown Athens to celebrate the life and legacy of Cameron Fearon, a University of Georgia student who passed away at age 19 after a brave battle with metastatic melanoma.ย 

UGA again named a top 10 Military Friendly institution

For the ninth year in a row, Viqtory Media has named the University of Georgia one of the top Military Friendly tier 1 research institutions in the country, ranking UGA sixth. Even as the rankings become increasingly competitive each year, UGA continues its stronghold in the top 10 and earned the No. 1 ranking in 2017, 2021 and 2023.
The Front Entrance to Memorial Hall, home of UGA Student Affairs

What is Student Affairs?

Our role on campus is to enrich student learning and support student development and growth. Our programs, resources, facilities, and diverse staff help to make the campus smaller, more dynamic, and welcoming for everyone. Whatever the interest or need, we are committed to help students find their place at UGA and thrive through campus engagement.

Useful Links

Student Care and Outreach

SCO coordinates care and tailored assistance for students who experience challenging circumstances.

Well-being Resources

When it comes to your health and well-being, know that you have the support you need, any time, any place.

UGA Involvement Network

Search through hundreds of student organizations and learn about upcoming events and programs.

Student Affairs Departments

See the full listing of departments and their contact information and web and social links.

Well-Being Program Request

Request a Well-Being Program

Behavioral Assessment and Response Council (BARC)

Members of the university community should refer students to BARC who exhibit threatening behavior to self and/or others.

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PARENTS AND FAMILIES

Are you the parent or family member of a UGA Student? Visit the Parents and Families site to get connected to campus!