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UGA offers online certificate program in nonprofit management
February 22, 2018Nonprofit professionals and volunteers yearning to create a bigger impact can now earn the online Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership through the University of Georgia’s Institute for Nonprofit Organizations and Office of Online Learning. The self-paced program prepares students to support and influence the direction of organizations…
A Passion for Special Education Drives Mom of Four To Earn Her BSED Online
February 15, 2018Going back to complete her education degree was always on the back of Marlene Kapish’s mind, but becoming a mother of 3 and running a household always seemed to take precedence. However, she never gave up on her dream of becoming a teacher. When Kapish decided to resume…
Healthy Chickens for a Healthy Economy: Maximizing bird health to improve the poultry industry
January 30, 2018In Georgia, poultry farming isn’t just an industry.
How to Be Successful in an Online Program—Advice from Online Students & Alumni
January 23, 2018Have you been considering an online degree but not sure it’s the right move for you? You’re not alone. There are many UGA Online students and alumni who overcame their hesitations so they could achieve more for themselves, for their families and for their communities by earning their degree online…
Set Your New Year’s Resolution by Committing to Online Education
January 11, 2018New Year’s resolutions. We see our friends, family, colleagues, etc. posting about theirs all over social media each January. Even if you aren’t posting about yours, you probably have them. But have you considered using the New Year to kickstart an educational journey, learn…
UGA and FDA help prepare medical device regulators for massive shifts in regulations
December 13, 2017The 5th Annual Medical Device Regulations Conference held at the UGA Gwinnett Campus just outside of Atlanta, addressed massive shifts currently facing regulatory science professionals such as the new MDR and its global implications. Cosponsored by the US Food and Drug Administration and the University of Georgia’s International…
How to Ensure Homemade Gifts are Safe to Eat
December 13, 2017You look at the pretty relish, salsa or preserve in the glass jar your friend or co-worker gave you. Then the wondering begins; is the canned food gift safe to eat? While it is not possible to guarantee safety with homemade food items, there are some pointers to keep in…
Is A Fried Holiday Turkey A Fire Hazard?
December 13, 2017Frying a holiday turkey may sound like fun, but it can be tricky. Here are a few tips from University of Georgia experts to help make sure your bird is thoroughly cooked and your holiday doesn’t include a trip to the emergency room or a call to the fire department.
Cooking Options for a Low-Stress Holiday Season
December 12, 2017Picture yourself stress-free during the holidays because you prepared and froze holiday meals and treats in advance. Freezing prepared foods allows you the satisfaction of homemade meals with the convenience of store-bought ones. Keep these tips from University of Georgia Cooperative Extension in mind when freezing prepared foods. Freezing will…
Preparing for the Holidays: A Shopper’s List
November 20, 2017By: Ann Woodyard and John Grable MFP Faculty Seemingly without warning, the holiday season is in full swing. For many people, this time of year is exciting and full of anticipation. For others, the holidays are a time of worry and financial anxiety. If you are like most Americans,…