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UGA offers only online pre-veterinary anatomy summer course
April 10, 2018Veterinary medicine is challenging, and it’s commonly accepted that comparative gross anatomy courses are among the most time-consuming and detail-oriented parts of the curriculum. A survey conducted by UGA professors found that more than 85 percent of 110 first-year veterinary students surveyed wished they had taken a pre-anatomy course…
Full-Time Parent, Full-Time Student: Managing going back to school as a full-time parent
April 3, 2018Completing her education degree was always in the back of Marlene Kapish’s mind. However, as a mother of young children, it continually seemed to take a back seat. Marlene isn’t the only person to have experienced this feeling. Each year, thousands of parents make the decision to go…
Assistant professor Logan Fiorella co-authors study on misophonia; featured in top publications
March 29, 2018For students who suffer from misophonia-or extreme sensitivity to the sound of people chewing, coughing, or eating-learning can be a challenge
Actor, Writer, and Comedian Rebecca Jackson-Artis Finds New Vision through Low-Residency MFA
March 27, 2018The UGA MFA screenwriting program brings new vision to my life and career purpose. My voice is always honored and my writing is always nurtured. I have an amazing mentor who not only guides me to my optimal potential but Ramin Serry provides a wholistic perspective of the film and…
Creating Your Online Self: Guide to Crafting your Online Portfolio
March 13, 2018In the 21st century, it’s now more important than ever to have an online home for yourself. This can take the form of an online portfolio, a blog, or even a simple website with a short bio and your resume. Regardless of the form, having an online presence has…
6 Tips for Safe Spring Break Travel
March 8, 2018Travelling to a new destination is exciting and interesting, but preparing for a trip can sometimes be overwhelming. This can be especially true if you’re travelling abroad to a new country where there is some form of currency, language, or cultural barrier. Check with the State Department before…
SPIA professor Audrey Haynes receives Regents’ online teaching award
March 5, 2018Audrey Haynes, Josiah Meigs Teaching Professor and associate professor of political science in UGA’s School of Public and International Affairs, has been selected as the recipient of the 2018 Regents’ Teaching Excellence Award for online teaching for the University System of Georgia. Haynes, a longtime advocate for engaging students inside and outside…
Q&A with Mark Stiles, entrepreneur and 2018 graduate of the Online BBA program
March 2, 2018Mark Stiles is a long-time entrepreneur and former U.S. Marine whose most recent business endeavor involves warehouse development. Mark has also summited Mt. Kilimanjaro and run ultramarathons on multiple continents. Oh, and he earned his BBA while doing all of the above. Read on to find out why Mark decided the Georgia BBA program was right for him and how it meshed with his on-the-go lifestyle.
IPPE “30 Under 30” Industry Leader Molly Parker
February 27, 2018Molly Parker, DVM was recently honored as a young industry leader by the International Production & Processing Expo’s (IPPE) “30 Under 30” program. As Director of Food Safety & Animal Care for Butterball, she manages all live aspects of organic turkey production while managing, updating, and implementing all company-wide…
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…