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Free tax assistance from UGA VITA program
April 6, 2022Filing taxes is intimidating for many people, luckily UGA’s partnership with Georgia United Credit Union and the IRS offers free tax preparation for Georgia residents. The UGA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has provided free tax preparation services to Athens and surrounding areas for…
Celebrating the legacy of Mary Lyndon
March 29, 2022As women’s history month comes to a close, UGA Online would like to give special recognition to the first female graduate of the University of Georgia, Mary Lyndon. Lyndon holds several “first” titles, including the first woman Associate Professor of Education and Dean of Women at UGA in 1919. …
Michael Bartlett named as a University Professor for significant impact on UGA
March 22, 2022Two distinguished University of Georgia faculty members, Michael Bartlett and Libby V. Morris have been named University Professors for significant impact, an honor bestowed on faculty who have had a significant impact on the university in addition to fulfilling their normal academic responsibilities. Michael Bartlett is the…
UGA Alumnae making a difference
March 9, 2022Lilly Workneh (ABJ, Publication Management ’12, BS, Consumer Journalism ’12) is an award-winning storyteller and an acclaimed speaker and content strategist. She is passionate about creating meaningful and mission-driven media. With nearly a decade of experience as a journalist, Lilly has amplified underrepresented voices and stories in key leadership roles…
Celebrating the life of Valerie Boyd
March 4, 2022UGA Online joins the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communications and the broader UGA community in mourning the loss of Valerie Boyd, a writer, editor, professor and mentor who died February 12, 2022 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. As the Director of the…
Bulldog 100: Black owned businesses bring pride to UGA
February 25, 2022In honor of Black History Month, UGA Online would like to celebrate and recognize some of our Bulldog 100 Black owned businesses and the innovative entrepreneurs that started them. These businesses are among the top 100 fastest-growing enterprises owned or operated by UGA graduates. Entrepreneurs.
Sports teams can help students feel more connected
February 16, 2022For many online students, getting connected to their university’s community can be a big obstacle. A great way to combat this feeling and boost your own personal morale is to keep up with your school’s sports teams. During the COVID-19 pandemic a new study conducted by…
Course Highlight: Master of Arts in Emerging Media – Advanced Web Development
February 2, 2022The Master of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communication, Emerging Media concentration focuses on interactive digital media and encompasses design, development, digital storytelling, product ideation, project management, and emerging technologies. Grady College’s Emerging Media master’s concentration is designed for individuals who wish to understand how to strategically manage…
Five tips to improve your at home study space
February 2, 2022One of the many benefits of being an online student is that you can study and complete assignments anywhere at any time. Although, it is very important to establish a place within your home that is conducive to good study habits. Follow these five tips below to increase your…
Freedom breakfast celebrates footsteps of courage
January 27, 2022The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., once said that courage is an inner resolution to go forward in spite of obstacles. That resolution echoed through the theme of the 2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Breakfast—“The Power of the Dream: Footsteps of Courage.” “This special…