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UGA Master of Social Work increases reach and enrollment
November 2, 2020In its first year, the University of Georgia’s School of Social Work Online MSW program has nearly doubled its expected enrollment. The creators of the online program, launched in 2019, hoped to increase access to advanced degrees in social work practice and address service shortages in rural and medically underserved…
Research shows conflict resolution is tied to long-term health
October 29, 2020Couples who approach disagreements with positive behaviors have less stress. Money, jobs, children—all common topics of arguments in relationships. Previous research has shown that how couples work through disagreements on serious topics can often predict the success of their relationships. But a recent study from the University of Georgia found that…
UGA alumna earned Graduate Certificate after experience in the field
October 27, 2020As a speech language pathologist in the Richmond County public school district, Kendrall Graham developed a keen interest in helping students with dyslexia. Her experiences working with students in her caseload lead her to consider a certificate in dyslexia so she could expand her skill set and maximize the…
TOFEL and GRE at home tests
October 22, 2020Are you planning to apply to graduate school but you’re not sure how to take the GRE or TOFEL test safely due to COVID-19? One solution is to take it at home. TOFEL and GRE tests are now being offered at home in response to the pandemic. The tests…
Masters of Financial Planning Program expands in response to high demand
October 20, 2020The University of Georgia’s online M.S. in Financial Planning has been a fast-growing and expanding program due to the increasing job market for financial planners and UGAs reputation. The financial planning industry has seen a good amount of growth and is expected to continue growing by 4%…
UGA’s latest virtual arts, lectures, and events
October 16, 2020Now you can enjoy more of your favorite musicals, events and conferences from the safety and comfort of your own home. Below is a list of enjoyable and professional virtual events provided through the University of Georgia: UGA Presents launches virtual fall season with Studio HH Studio…
Virtual Career Center opportunities you don’t want to miss!
October 13, 2020The University of Georgia Career Center can help you explore career options, prepare for your job search, find a mentor, and become “Arch Ready”. And now, all of these services and events are available to you virtually. Explore the upcoming Career Center virtual services and events on the…
UGA OneCard with photo now available to online UGA students
October 13, 2020The University of Georgia has launched a newly designed resource for online and UGA students. In place of the regular student ID, UGA has announced the UGA OneCard as the official identification card for students, faculty, staff, official campus visitors, and their dependents. The benefits of a…
Professors gain confidence in virtual learning
October 8, 2020As students have adjusted to the change, so have professors who don’t commonly teach an online or hybrid course. An Inside Higher Ed article shared results from recent surveys that show faculty’s increased confidence in virtual learning and how they’ve altered their online teaching methods to enhance student…
Online Special Education program helps student find a mentor and passion
October 6, 2020Online student Stevie Pierce decided to pursue her Bachelor of Science in Special Education, at the University of Georgia because of its highly-ranked and flexible online programs. “UGA has always been known for helping students develop into teachers who are trained to teach with the most effective,…