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Headshot of Victor Wilson.

The Distinguished Service Award includes $100,000 to establish a scholarship in his name

The University of Georgia Foundation Board of Trustees named Victor K. Wilson, UGA’s vice president for student affairs, as the latest recipient of its Distinguished Service Award during the board’s fall meeting on Oct. 6.
A poster of #flUGA reading "Students - Get your Flu Shot on Campus at No Cost! (The CDC is predicting a potentially severe flu season this year). For a list of clinics, visit HEALTHCENTER.UGA.EDU. APPOINTMENTS NOT REQUIRED BUT RECOMMENDED."

No Cost Flu Shots

In order to remove possible financial barriers for students, the UGA University Health Center announces today that effective immediately, students can get their flu shot at no cost to them at mobile #flUGA clinics across campus and with no appointment necessary.
The UGA Arch.

UGA creating ‘one-stop shop’ for student services

New service model to offer students easier, direct access to vital resources across campus
Multiple students with Hairy Dawg.

UGA to promote student well-being during #BeWellUGA Week

From Oct. 2-8, students will have opportunities to engage with resources and activities across campus, expand their understanding of their own well-being, and contribute to student well-being initiatives.
UGA Arch.

Campus Safety Update

The University of Georgia is now in the second year of a three-year, $8.5 million investment to enhance campus security measures, including the placement of additional lighting and security cameras; the hiring of additional police personnel; the establishment of a nightly rideshare program launched in Fall 2021; and the introduction of a new and more robust smart phone safety app. These recent measures augment nearly $6 million the University has made in safety improvements over the previous five years for a seven-year commitment of over $14 million.
Bill McDonald's portrait.

Bill McDonald announces retirement as Dean of Students

Bill McDonald, who serves as dean of students at the University of Georgia, has announced his plans to retire on February 28, 2023.
Two women outside the University Health Center.

University Health Center Awarded Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission

The University of Georgia University Health Center (UHC) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.
Multiple students working on their laptops together.

UGA receives national higher education diversity award

INSIGHT Into Diversity recognizes UGA for the ninth straight year
The Arch and Holmes-Hunter Academic Building.

UGA again ranks in top 20 among best public universities

New USNWR ranking puts the University of Georgia at No. 16 in the nation