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UGA’s Interfraternity Council offers suicide prevention training

The University of Georgia’s Interfraternity Council is taking a proactive approach to mental health by providing QPR suicide prevention training to all new members. Through a partnership with Student Care and Outreach, IFC leaders are helping break stigma and equip hundreds of students each year with the tools to recognize crisis and guide peers to help.

Commencement set for Dec. 12

On Dec. 12, the University of Georgia will welcome its newest alumni as 1,649 undergraduate and 1,585 graduate students — a combined total of 3,234 — have met requirements to participate in the university’s fall Commencement ceremonies.

Panhellenic community receives multiple awards in Shelley Sutherland’s honor

Sutherland’s contributions to sorority and fraternity life is honored through various awards in her namesake, including winning this year's Most Valuable House Director award in the nation.

Live, Local, Legendary: UGA’s WUOG and a rich musical history

WUOG 90.5 FM, the University of Georgia’s long-running student-run radio station, continues its mission of spotlighting local and independent artists through curated radio programming and weekly Live in the Lobby performances. Led by students passionate about Athens’ vibrant music scene, WUOG fosters community, elevates emerging talent, and provides accessible opportunities for students and residents to connect through music.

Revitalization of Legion Field latest project to improve key area of campus

Revitalization of Legion Field latest project to improve key area of campus. Preliminary design options include terraced and hillside seating that could accommodate up to 1,100 seats, with standing room for another 3,500 people.

UGA Greek Life Wins Annual Blood Drive Competition against University of Texas

The department of Greek Life, in partnership with The Blood Connection, hosted the campus blood collection, inviting students to donate and support local and regional blood needs. UGA recorded 268 donors, including 223 completed donations, with 188 first-time donors and 80 returning donors.

2025 #flUGA Campaign Administers Record Number of Flu Vaccines

October 31st marked the end of UGA’s 2025 #flUGA campaign. #flUGA is a partnership between the University Health Center (UHC) and the College of Pharmacy to offer flu vaccines around campus. This year set a record by administering 8,580 flu immunizations to students, faculty, and staff in just two months.

From service member to student: highlighting the impact of student veterans

The University of Georgia, ranked among the nation’s top Military Friendly Tier 1 research institutions, supports more than 400 student veterans through its Student Veterans Resource Center (SVRC). By offering career connections, scholarships, and community engagement, the SVRC helps veterans transition smoothly to campus life and find belonging at UGA. As student veteran Elias Gandy shared, “Here at UGA, it’s one big family—just like my time being in the military.”

Tradition, Chivalry, Para Siempre: How UGA’s Latin Greek Life transcends cultural barriers to do good

Latin American students at the University of Georgia are few and far between. According to data from 2023, Hispanic or Latino students make up just about 5.8% of undergraduates and 5.6% of graduates at UGA. Despite this, students from Latin American backgrounds make their mark on campus in many ways.