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Extroverts may have better financial outcomes

December 22, 2021

  You might think the way you approach money is based on financial advice or past experiences, but new research from the University of Georgia shows that your personality may have a big impact on financial decision making and risk taking. In a new study, psychology Ph.D.

Charitable Giving – Volunteering vs. Donating

December 16, 2021

As the holidays approach and tax season looms, requests for assistance from charitable organizations are on the rise. Yet this year there may be something much more precious to give than your dollars – your time.  Everyone’s holiday season looks a little different, and you may be wishing…

Planned movie studio near Athens to donate space to Grady College

December 14, 2021

Since passing tax credits in 2008, film and television has become a $4 billion industry in Georgia, with the number of productions annually surpassing even California. Athens has seen film and TV crews shoot a scene or two here and there, but rarely is an entire production based…

UGA’s 2022 Bulldog 100

December 9, 2021

The Bulldog 100 embodies the best of UGA.  The UGA alumni association celebrates the top 100 fastest-growing organizations owned or operated by UGA alumni. These alumni are leading the way in business and building better communities. They are committed to their ideas, innovations, and employees. They demonstrate…

Tips to ace your finals

December 7, 2021

For some students, taking an online exam is a new and somewhat bewildering experience. They don’t know what to expect, and aren’t certain of the skills and strategies that will enable them to perform at their best. On a good note, many of the steps they’d take to complete an…

Sunbelt Agricultural Expo features UGA’s role as an industry partner

December 2, 2021

Following the cancellation of 2020’s event, nearly 90,000 attendees were excited to return to Spence Field for the 2021 Sunbelt Agricultural Expo where they tested out agriculture’s newest technologies, learned about exciting research developments, and interacted with agricultural professionals from across the United States. To celebrate the…

How to Combat Academic Burnout

November 30, 2021

This is the time of the year where many students start to feel their motivation dwindle, and their exhaustion levels rise. Some may even feel a lack of creativity or inspiration. Although with finals right around the corner it’s important that students learn to confront academic burnout head on with…

Thanksgiving nutrition, your plate may be healthier than you think

November 22, 2021

This week UGA Online would like to wish all of our faculty, staff and students a Happy Thanksgiving! This is a time to celebrate with family and friends while reflecting on all of the things we have to be thankful for. Along with the celebration, food is used to…

UGA again ranks in the Top 5 for new products to market

November 18, 2021

For the eighth straight year, the University of Georgia has placed among the top U.S. universities for the number of commercial products created from its research by industry partners. This year, UGA ranked No. 2 in the latest survey data provided by the organization AUTM. AUTM, formerly known as…

Is the test worth the stress?, How to feel more prepared for the GRE

November 16, 2021

Not all online graduate programs require GRE scores, but many still do. As adult learners, this may seem like a daunting task, but don’t let it stop you.  Check with the graduate school to find out all of the admissions criteria. If they use a holistic approach, make…