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Multiple people at graduating at Sanford Stadium.

Sense of community helps first-gen student graduate early
Multiple people at graduating at Sanford Stadium.

New UGA graduates prepared with life’s lessons

For the members of the University of Georgia’s Class of 2022, their education extended far beyond the classroom.
Beau Seagraves' headshot.

Beau Seagraves named associate vice president for student well-being
Multiple students receiving SOAR awards.

Asian American Student Association at UGA receives top student organization award

The Asian American Student Association at UGA was named “Organization of the Year” during the 21st annual H. Gordon and Francis S. Davis Student Organization Achievement and Recognition Awards, given out April 12 at the Tate Student Center. The SOAR Awards celebrate the accomplishments of student organizations at the University of Georgia.
A poster saying "Congratulations Class of 2022. Join us for senior celebration. April 29th, 2022, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Tate Plaza. Giveaways & Free Food."

Join us for Senior Celebration!

Celebrate the Class of 2022 on Friday, April 29 from 11:00am - 2:00pm in the Tate Plaza. Free food and giveaways provided.
Major Adam Fouche shakes hands with Dean of Students, Bill McDonald, after receiving UGAPD donation.

UGA Sunshine Fund and Let All the Big Dawgs Eat Scholarship Received Donation from UGA Police Department 

Last month, the University of Georgia Police Department donated to both Student Care & Outreach “Sunshine Fund” and the “Let All the Big Dawgs Eat” food scholarship initiative. The donation split for the Sunshine Fund will provide University staff resources to assist students with immediate mental well-being needs by proactively working with various off-campus partners such as counselors, therapists, and treatment centers. The other half designated for the Let All the Big Dawgs Eat food scholarship will provide two students a 7-day unlimited meal plan for an entire academic year.
Graphic that reads "The Athens Frontline".

Pandemic-Induced Eating Disorders: A Discussion With CAPS

Listen to a podcast from The Red & Black dedicated to the discussion of health topics, tips, and news. Listen in on their conversation about how the pandemic has affected the mental health of college students, the issue of pandemic-induced eating disorders, and access to resources for students who are seeking mental health support.
Group of students gather around table to listen to Dr. Cook

Dr. Michelle Garfield Cook Inspires Future Student Leaders 

As students gathered around the large mahogany table, leaning in to listen to Dr. Michelle Garfield Cook, one saw the dictionary definition of captivation. Dr. Cook, Vice Provost for Diversity and Inclusion and Strategic University Initiatives, met on Wednesday, March 23rd with 14 students. The Office of the Dean of Students hosts “Gettin’ Down with the Dean” events where students and a guest speaker meet under different roofs across campus to listen and absorb thoughtful stories found right here in our Athens campus community. To say students were thoughtfully absorbing Dr. Cook’s words is mildly underselling her profound impact. 
"Tickets - All Guests: $10. March 16th. 8:00 PM. Tate Grand Hall. Dress code: Formal Cultural. Theme: Royal.

Muslim Student Association Met Gala

On the evening of March 16, Multicultural Services and Programs student organizations gathered in Tate Grand Hall for an elegant night of friendship and community.