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UGA hosts Family Weekend starting Nov. 6

The University of Georgia is hosting Family Weekend from Thursday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 9. The weekend will be packed with all the fun fall festivities UGA students experience on a daily basis. Families are invited to visit their Dawgs and participate in tailgates, tours, concerts, games and more.

UGA Kicks Off International Education Month with Parade of Flags

The University of Georgia kicked off International Education Month today with its annual Parade of Flags. UGA students and staff walked from the Arch to Tate Plaza carrying national flags to represent their cultural backgrounds.

Sisterhood and Service: The powerful impact of Sigma Delta Tau

Sigma Delta Tau’s SDT Greek Grind raises funds for Prevent Child Abuse America through a spirited dance competition involving all Panhellenic sororities. The sorority also supports local causes, strengthening community ties. Through philanthropy, Sigma Delta Tau fosters sisterhood and makes a lasting impact both nationally and locally.

UGA Homecoming brings week of events

Past, present and aspiring bulldogs are invited to showcase University of Georgia pride during homecoming week. From Sept. 29 to Oct. 4, the UGA Homecoming Committee will host a variety of events in celebration.

2025 Student Affairs Annual Update

The 2025 Student Affairs Annual Update is now available to view. This year's report includes updates on our donor reports, staff successes, departmental reports, and other news from a great year.

UGA to redevelop Legion Pool, Legion Field to better serve and support students

The University of Georgia plans to redevelop the Legion Pool and Legion Field area to better serve and support its students. The redesigned Legion Field area is planned for completion in Fall 2026, complementing the opening of the adjacent West Campus Dining, Learning, and Well-being Center.

A decade in the top 20

For the 10th consecutive year, the University of Georgia has placed in the top 20 among the nation’s best public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 rankings. UGA shares the No. 19 rank with Purdue University.

Student Advisory Board welcomes Provost Ayers

The Student Affairs Student Advisory Board kicked off its 2025 – 2026 academic year with a visit from Provost Benjamin C. Ayers. Students learned about Provost Ayers’ background and interests, and he led a discussion about student experiences with artificial intelligence and the university’s Experiential Learning requirement.

Jack O’Kelley Foundation hosts fentanyl awareness presentation for UGA fraternity members

New fraternity members at the University of Georgia filled the Tate Student Center Auditorium on Monday, Sept. 15, for a drug awareness program presented by the Jack O’Kelley Foundation, an organization dedicated to educating students about the dangers of illegal drugs.