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Vice President Michelle Cook (left) smiling with Donnie Smith (right), who is holding his Years of Service award. 

2026 Student Affairs Staff Awards

This year’s Staff Awards Ceremony brought an atmosphere of gratitude and celebration, which filled the room as Student Affairs staff from across the division gathered in the Tate Theater to honor their colleagues. From years of service milestones to outstanding achievement awards, this event highlighted the excellence and commitment that drive our division forward.
All people that obtained their Honor Cord in 2026.

UGA Student Veterans Earn Scholarships and Graduate in Record Numbers

The UGA Student Veteran Resource Center (SVRC) hosted its 13th annual Honor Cord and Scholarship Ceremony on April 28th. UGA President Jere W. Morehead presented graduates with military honor cords and donors provided scholarships to bridge veterans’ education benefit gaps.
Jansen Rouillard's profile photo.

New Student Orientation director sets new classes up for success

Jansen Rouillard helps set the tone for students’ UGA experiences. As director of New Student Orientation, he helps ensure that the University of Georgia’s newest students have all the information they need to start their academic journey.

‘Georgia on My Mind’ singer uses talent to inspire and heal

As the spring 2026 Commencement “Georgia on My Mind” singer, Baccus has now become part of a University of Georgia musical tradition spanning six years. Each spring, dozens of students audition for the opportunity, but only one principal and one alternate are selected to sing that old sweet song.

Commencement marks a moment of change for UGA Class of 2026

Commencement marks a moment of change for the University of Georgia’s Class of 2026. Graduates not only reflect on what they’ve already accomplished, but also look to the future.

Congratulations to the GradLEAD Spring 2026 Cohort

The University of Georgia Graduate School and the Office of Engagement, Leadership and Service congratulate the Spring 2026 cohort of students who completed GradLEAD.
Photo of Rebecca McReynolds.

After injury, FACS student trades perfectionism for perspective

FACS student Rebecca McReynolds overcomes injury, self-doubt to pursue career as a Child Life Specialist.
Students graduating.

UGA Commencement set for May 7 and 8

Upcoming ceremonies will celebrate 9,477 students eligible for graduation. The undergraduate ceremony is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in Sanford Stadium on May 8. DJ Shockley, highly awarded former UGA and Atlanta Falcons quarterback, will give the address.

Penelope Road to headline UGA Homecoming Concert on Legion Field

Homecoming Committee announces week of activities for students, alumni and the UGA community, including the carnival, parade, Bulldog Bash and Film on the Fifty.