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UGA continues to prioritize student mental health and well-being

The University of Georgia continues its investment in supporting student mental health and well-being.

UGA increases space for student organizations, gatherings

The university is adding new locations to meet the social and extracurricular needs of students

UGA student veteran receives national leadership award

Gabriela Castillo, a pre-med biology major from Gainesville, Ga., has been recognized as one of the nation’s top student veterans as a result of her persistence in overcoming challenges and excelling as a student, volunteer and leader in her community.

Samantha Roundtree

Student Affairs Case Manager
Two people with one of them holding an award.

Erica Lee

Assistant Director for Community Engagement
Sarah Park smiling ecstatically as she is crowned Miss UGA 23

Miss UGA, Sarah Park, to compete for Miss Georgia

Sarah Park entered the Miss UGA Competition intending to gain new experience and win the competition’s scholarship. Park not only walked away with the Miss UGA 2023 crown, but she also discovered newfound potential to use her voice for good.

Sarah Urbanski

Assistant Director of Student Engagement
Multiple women playing flag football.

UGA preps for new season of intramural sports

Intramural Sports gives literally everyone the opportunity to play - even faculty, staff, and their spouses. Participants are able to form their own team and play with friends or sign up as a free agent and make some new ones. Dozens of sports are offered each semester.
Three people with Veteran flags behind them.

Student Veterans Resource Center caps successful year with Honor Cord Ceremony 

On May 2, the Student Veterans Resource Center hosted its Honor Cord and Scholarship Ceremony recognizing 74 student veterans graduating UGA in 2023 and more than 100 students receiving scholarships and grants. The Honor Cord recognizes the contributions and accomplishments of UGA’s student veterans.