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UGA rolls out new enrollment plan
The University of Georgia has developed a strategic enrollment management plan for the first time since 2007, according to UGA Today. In recent years, the campus has seen continued growth in applications and freshman class size, going from about 5,600 freshmen from approximately 28,500 applicants in fall 2020 to almost 6,200 freshmen from an applicant pool of 43,000 in 2024.
Elevating the sounds of Saturday
Private support continues to lift the Redcoat Band to new heights. Snare drums snap the autumn air, and trumpets sing above the din of 93,000 barking fans. The Redcoat Marching Band provides the iconic soundtrack of University of Georgia football games, but the passion they inspire doesn’t dissipate after the final whistle.
Veteran Art Rocker Vanessa Briscoe-Hay of Pylon on Honoring Music Legacy Through Reenactment
Any well-versed music fan is aware of the unmistakable impact the Athens, GA art rock scene has had—not only on rock music, but on culture as a whole. Bands like The B-52’s and R.E.M. sprung out of the small college town in central Georgia in the late-1970s and early ’80s.
Bellamy Named Head Lions Softball Coach!
FRANKLIN SPRINGS, GA – Emmanuel Athletics is thrilled to welcome Kenneth Bellamy as the next Head Coach of the Emmanuel Softball team!. Bellamy is a Beech Island, South Carolina native. He earned an associate degree at USC Salkehatchie playing baseball there for two seasons. He continued his baseball career at Paine College while pursuing an English degree and graduating Cum Laude.
UGA faculty named SEC Academic Leadership Development Program Fellows
Fellows represent a range of disciplines across campus. Four distinguished University of Georgia faculty members have been named Fellows of the Southeastern Conference Academic Leadership Development Program. The program seeks to advance higher education leadership by preparing seasoned faculty leaders for careers in executive service. Ranging in leadership positions and...
UGA program recognized for supporting leadership development
The University of Georgia Women’s Staff Leadership Institute (WSLI) was awarded the Outstanding Program Award on July 17 at the Association of Leadership Educators 34th annual conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The WSLI was created by UGA University Human Resources with support of the Office of the President and has...
Lead lineman powers campus through teamwork
As the lead electrical lineman for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) in the Facilities Management Division (FMD), Mike Kennedy and his team of six are responsible for maintaining UGA’s high-voltage system, which powers the entire Athens campus and a few facilities in surrounding counties. “Our No. 1 goal day to...
Prince Avenue's Garrett opens season with big win, updates recruitment
It’s certainly been an eventful week for Prince Avenue Christian defensive lineman Christian Garrett as he announced his decommitment from Georgia on Sunday and then opened his senior season with t...
3 Georgia Bulldogs emerging at 2024 fall camp receive high praise from Kirby Smart
The Georgia Bulldogs are still two weeks and one day away from playing real football. A to Z Sports predicted Georgia's two-deep depth chart on offense and defense earlier this month, but things are guaranteed to change, especially with certain players emerging throughout the remainder of fall camp. For now, here's a look at three Bulldogs to watch out for who recently received high praise from head coach Kirby Smart following their first fall camp scrimmage.
Biker Gear of LaGrange cuts ribbon
Bikers in LaGrange can rejoice as they no longer have to go out of town to get their gear. On Wednesday, the LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of Biker Gear of LaGrange. The biker gear shop is unique to LaGrange and the surrounding area. That’s why he started the store, said owner […] The post Biker Gear of LaGrange cuts ribbon appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Thunderstorms Possible in Georgia This Weekend
Residents across north and central Georgia should be on alert today and tomorrow as isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected to impact the region. Some storms may become strong to severe, with the potential to bring damaging winds, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall. The Details:. Today and Tonight: Scattered thunderstorms...
Impact Day...the timing of weekend thunderstorms, plus high rip current risk from Ernesto lingers
Heat, humidity, and the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms return to the forecast this weekend. The good news for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry is that Saturday looks dry for any outdoor plans. A muggy feel returns Saturday afternoon along with highs in the low 90s. Sunday is an...
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