Articles written by Rebecca McAdam
On Aug. 11, University Transitions welcomed transfer students to campus with the Transfer Welcome event. Attendees engaged in several activities, including a bingo game, prize drawings, and photo opportunities with Hairy Dawg and President Morehead.
The Graduate Student Well-Being Challenge, launched in Fall 2024 by UGA Recreational Sports and the Graduate School, encourages students to build sustainable wellness habits through an eight-week series of physical, mental, and emotional health activities. Participants earn points for completing weekly challenges, with top scorers winning prizes.
Embark@UGA offers vital support to students who have experienced housing insecurity or foster care, helping them thrive at the University of Georgia. Through personalized care, financial resources, and community-building opportunities, the program empowers students to overcome challenges and succeed. By fostering open dialogue and reducing stigma, Embark@UGA ensures that every student feels seen, supported, and capable of achieving their goals.
Brady Hawkins, a first-year student at the University of Georgia, found his most meaningful college experience through Dawg Camp, a program that helps incoming students connect and adjust before classes begin. After attending as a camper, he returned as a counselor to guide others, building community and growing as a leader in the process.
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, she’s making sustainability a statement worth wearing.
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.
The Persian Student Union hosted a celebration for Nowruz, or Persian New Year on March 28th. This celebration was one of the semester’s Culture Nights, a series of events hosted by Global Student Engagement.
With an undergraduate body of more than 30,000 students, the University of Georgia community takes pride in welcoming its newest members with open arms. This is the goal of Welcome UGA, a six-week program helping new students transition smoothly while providing resources for both new and returning students to connect to UGA.
The University of Georgia was ranked #1 for best student life in 2025. Students highlight how UGA fosters personal connections and provides spaces for students to explore passions beyond their coursework.