The Division of Academic Enhancement (DAE) hosted its first First-Generation College Student Photovoice Competition on February 8th. The goal for this event was to provide first-generation students with an opportunity […]
02.07.2024
More than 30 faculty and staff participate in Belonging workshop
Student Affairs and the Office of Instruction cohosted an afternoon training on Belonging. Together over 30 staff and faculty engaged in open dialogue on what belonging means to UGA students through a series of interactive activities.
12.14.2023
UGA’s retention and completion rates remain strong
The University of Georgia’s first-year retention rate rose to nearly 95% this year, reflecting several ongoing efforts to improve the academic environment and support students.
12.07.2023
Rural high schoolers connect with campus
The University of Georgia recently hosted a group of students and teachers from Colquitt County High School to demystify the collegiate experience and learn what it means to be a Georgia bulldog.
11.30.2023
UGA Reaffirms Status as First Forward Institution
The University of Georgia recently reaffirmed its status as a first-gen forward institution through the Center for First-Generation Student Success.
10.06.2023
Ecology lecturer identifies solutions
Alli Injaian, lecturer and academic coordinator at the Odum School of Ecology, sometimes feels like a talent manager. Fifty percent of her job is teaching, but the other 50% involves instructional service and administrative responsibilities like determining faculty teaching assignments.
09.22.2023
Multicultural faculty, staff celebrated at fall 2023 reception
Faculty and staff from across campus gathered in the Magnolia Ballroom at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel on Sept. 19 for the university’s fall 2023 Multicultural Faculty and Staff Reception.
08.28.2023
Students serve the Athens community for Dawg Day of Service
On August 26, more than 600 University of Georgia students participated in Dawg Day of Service, a periodic event that allows students to serve Athens-Clarke County and surrounding communities.
03.13.2023
Simmons named director of DAE
The Office of Instruction has named Dr. Cara Winston Simmons director of the Division of Academic Enhancement, effective March 13. Dr. Simmons previously served as interim director. Simmons will oversee […]