News Articles
News Articles
Dr. Garing leads effort in acquiring new X-ray Micro-CT housed at the GEM facility
June 30, 2025Dr. Charlotte Garing, an assistant professor in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences department of geology and instructor in the online Master of Science (M.S.) in Environmental Geology program, is the principal investigator in UGA’s Georgia Electron Microscopy (GEM) core facility's acquisition of an X-ray computed microtomography (micro-CT) scanner, a powerful tool for non-destructive, three-dimensional imaging that greatly expands the unit’s imaging capabilities.
New Online M.S. in Environmental Geology Prepares Professionals for the Future of Sustainability
June 16, 2025The University of Georgia’s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is launching a fully online Master of Science in Environmental Geology, designed for professionals in environmental consulting, resource exploration, or regulatory compliance. Starting Fall 2025, this 30-credit graduate program offers the flexibility to continue working full time while advancing your skills in a rapidly growing field.
New Online M.S. in Applied Data Science Launches at UGA
June 16, 2025UGA's Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is expanding its online graduate offerings with a new fully online Master of Science in Applied Data Science, launching Fall 2025. Designed for working professionals, the 30-credit program offers academic flexibility and can be completed in just two years.
MFA Director Moni Basu Reports on a Southern Farmer’s Search for a Better Way
June 9, 2025In her article for The Bitter Southerner, UGA professor and journalist Moni Basu takes readers deep into the Carolina Piedmont, where the landscape is lush, and the future of farming is uncertain.
Dr. Milewski leads panel at Super South Summit 2025
May 21, 2025Dr. Adam Milewski, who teaches in the online M.S. in Environmental Geology program, joined a lineup of leading scientists and policy experts at the 2025 Super South Summit, an event dedicated to accelerating climate action and sustainable innovation across the Southeastern U.S.
Low-Residency MFA in Screenwriting student recognized for script in Atlanta Film Festival
May 14, 2025For Shonté Hodnett, a Master of Fine Arts Narrative Media student, “Hidden Lines” is more than just a script she wrote for an assignment. It’s important cultural history that has a personal family connection. Hodnett was recently recognized as a quarterfinalist in the Atlanta Film Festival Screenplay competition, an impressive showing for a first-time scriptwriter.
Dr. Rongjie Liu Receives Franklin College’s Seed Grant
April 18, 2025Dr. Rongjie Liu, Assistant Professor in the online Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Data Science program, and her team were recently awarded $10,000 by the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences under its Rapid Interdisciplinary Proposals (RIP) Program.
FACS Awards Recognize Online M.S. in Nutritional Sciences Faculty
April 11, 2025Three faculty members from the online Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences – Community Nutrition program were recently recognized by the UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences for their outstanding contributions to outreach, research, and student mentorship.
UGA Master of Art Education degree transitions to online program
April 8, 2025In response to a growing demand for advanced art education degrees offered remotely, the Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia has transitioned the Master of Art Education program online beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year in partnership with the UGA Office of Online Learning.
Kyle Turner Awarded CPH Excellence in Online Teaching Award
April 2, 2025Congratulations to Kyle Turner, this year’s recipient of the UGA College of Public Health's Excellence in Online Teaching Award! This award recognizes excellence and innovation in online teaching for full-time faculty in the College of Public Health. Award winners are recognized for their commitment to advancing the quality of online teaching and learning.