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Orgullo Hispano Event

Hispanic Student Association Orgullo Hispano Networking Event

On the evening of February 7, UGA students met with more than 70 professionals during “Orgullo Hispano,” a networking event for UGA’s Hispanic students.
Trish Barefield's headshot.

Trish Barefield

Associate Director – Disability Resource Center & University Testing Services
Karis Hill's headshot.

Karis Hill

Senior Coordinator for Leadership – Engagement, Leadership, and Service
Wes Summers' headshot.

Wes Summers

Student Affairs Digital Engagement Lead – Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs
Dawn Palmer and daughter in front of a Jeep.

Dawn Palmer

Administrative Specialist – Office of the Dean of Students
Multiple students on the UGA Stairwell.

Spring 2022 Welcome Event

It is very special to be a new student at the University of Georgia, something only a few thousand Bulldogs get to experience each year. But it is a truly unique experience to be one of the approximately 150 spring semester enrollees that began classes this January.
Dogwoods blooming in front of the UGA Chapel

Returning for Spring 2022

Beginning Jan. 4, 2022, faculty and staff who would like to schedule a COVID vaccine appointment at the University Health Center may do so by calling 706-542-5575.
Demetrius D. Smith's headshot.

Demetrius D. Smith named associate vice president for Student Affairs

Demetrius D. Smith, currently special assistant to the vice chancellor for equity, diversity, inclusion and student affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, has been named associate vice president for student affairs at the University of Georgia.
Students studying on campus.

UGA continues long-term investment in residential communities

Our campus community becomes safer and stronger with every person who is vaccinated against COVID-19.