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Mary Frances Early’s Impact on Music Education
June 13, 2019The University of Georgia College of Education is launching a special initiative to name its college for UGA’s first African American graduate, Mary Frances Early. Early’s contributions to music education in the state of Georgia are immeasurable. The campaign was announced at an event on Tuesday, June…
Ronald Pegg: Food Scientist Inspires Students
June 11, 2019Dr. Ronald Pegg is celebrated for his contributions to food science and is also held in high esteem by his students. Dr. Pegg is an instructor for the online Master in Food Technology and his enthusiasm for his subject is catching. In fact, students have voted him Outstanding…
UGA Nutrition Professor Weighs in on Viral Doughnut Tweet
June 6, 2019A viral tweet that compared the sugar intake of a 20oz bottle of soda to eating six doughnuts in one setting has taken Twitter by storm and raised questions about modern sugar consumption. The graphic compared three products to a “comparable” amount of doughnuts in terms of sugar…
UGA Professor Invited to Join State of Hope Advisory Council
June 4, 2019Dr. Kristina Jaskyte Bahr is passionate about social work and helping others. This passion is evident in her personal and academic journey. Dr. Jaskyte Bahr, a professor of the Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, began her interest in social work by focusing on the management of nonprofit organizations.
Dr. John Grable on Finances While Abroad
May 30, 2019Dr. John Grable , an online M.S. in Financial Planning professor, was recently featured as an expert for the finance-based app, WalletHub, concerning spending wisely while traveling internationally and using a credit cards. This advice will come in handy for any study abroad trips, family vacations, or solo travelling…
UGA Alumna Merges Tech and Recycling
May 28, 2019It’s a simple question people ask themselves every day – can I recycle this? A University of Georgia graduate and her team of engineers hope to provide the answers for everyone. Alumna Katherine Shayne has developed a system to educate consumers on what can or cannot…
Dr. Holly Sellers named 2019 UGA Inventor of the Year
May 21, 2019Dr. Holly Sellers has been named the 2019 Inventor of the Year for her work in poultry science. She is also the first woman to receive the distinction since 2001. Each year the University of Georgia names an Inventor of the Year as an honor for…
Global Accessibility Awareness Day
May 16, 2019Today, May 16, is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. The Office of Online Learning at UGA believes that creating accessible educational opportunities is critical to student and institutional success. Amy Ingalls is an Instructional Designer in UGA’s Office of Online Learning and spoke on the importance of designing with accessible…
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 6, 2019Think back to a person that had an impact on your education at any point in your life. Odds are you have a name and face of a beloved teacher in mind. Whether this is an elementary teacher or a college professor, educators make a lasting impact in the…
Overcoming Test Anxiety
April 29, 2019According to the ADAA about sixteen percent of college students experience test anxiety. Test anxiety is defined as a type of performance anxiety, and can affect students at all levels of education from kindergarten to PhD candidates. “Test anxiety can stem from worry about performance,” says…