Breaking stereotypes
Student finds clarity, new path after autism diagnosis.
Empowering our Spanish-Language Staff
University Housing is proud to announce a new partnership between the department and UGA’s Intensive English Program (IEP). Together, they have launched a six-month long “ESL for Professional Staff Development” course designed to support Spanish-language speakers among staff.
Fall 2023 Veterans Scholarship Ceremony
On November 7, the Student Veterans Resource Center (SVRC) welcomed more than 200 students and guests to the Tate Student Grand Hall for the SVRC’s annual Veterans Week Scholarship Ceremony. The SVRC and its supporters awarded more than 165 scholarships with a combined value of $155,310 to UGA student veterans.
UGA student veterans place 700 flags in honor of Veterans Day
University of Georgia student veterans gathered Monday, November 6, to place 700 American flags at the UGA Memorial Garden to represent the 700,000+ veterans living in the state of Georgia. For more information regarding UGA’s Student Veterans Resource Center, visit svrc.uga.edu.
Director helps student veterans navigate college
Jon Segars provides resources for success to students who have served
Student Affairs launches belonging resource website
Student Affairs launched a new website to provide a single location for students to navigate initiatives and programs revolved around belonging.
Finding friendship at International Coffee Hour
Lei Jin, graduate student in real estate, and Burke Berry, third-year undergraduate in biochemistry and molecular biology, share their story of finding friendship each Friday at International Coffee Hour hosted by International Student Life.
Registration open for the Rite of Sankofa spring graduation ceremony
The Rite of Sankofa is an African rite-of-passage graduation ceremony that takes place every May. It is a ceremony to showcase and highlight the accomplishments of African American, and African descendant, students.
Hispanic Student Association to host Affirming Latintx Achievements and Successes graduation ceremony this Spring.
The ceremony will include speeches from President Jere W. Morehead, student speakers and a keynote speaker.
Department reduces financial barriers for student engagement
UGA Student Affairs’ Department of Engagement, Leadership, and Service (ELS) announces it has awarded scholarships totaling over $75,000 for the 2023-2024 academic year. With these scholarships, ELS hopes to reduce financial barriers that hinder student success and engagement.