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The official Bluesky account for the University of Georgia, the birthplace of public higher education. #GoDawgs
UGA graduate Dr. Lucia Cotten combines her medical expertise with her love for Athens and will shape future generations of doctors at the future UGA School of Medicine. https://t.uga.edu/3Mp2Nn7
November 30, 2025 at 6:17 PM
“Whenever I was on a field taking photos, I was just so happy. I was in my element, and I knew I wanted to continue at the college level and beyond. So I learned, I continued to grow, and I built my experience.” - Mady Mertens, photographer for Georgia Football

🔗 https://t.uga.edu/3M6ra94
November 28, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Congratulations to Ron Walcott, vice provost for graduated education and dean of the UGA Graduate School, for receiving the 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the UGA Foundation Board of Trustees! https://t.uga.edu/481J5GG
November 26, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Some of the most iconic, celebrated moments in football are gone in a flash, but the person who captures them can preserve them for a lifetime. That’s exactly what Mady Mertens, a creative team photographer for Georgia Football, does!
https://t.uga.edu/3M6ra94
November 25, 2025 at 4:35 PM
UGA has been named the 2025 recipient of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ Innovation & Economic Prosperity Award in the “Place” category, a prestigious national recognition of the university’s commitment to community and economic development.
https://t.uga.edu/4oYcIhV
November 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM
POV you’re a clarinet player in @ugaredcoatband

Shoutout Yash for the footage 😎
November 21, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Innovation Gateway, the University of Georgia’s technology commercialization and startup arm, has named Dan Geller its new director of the Innovation Gateway Startup Program! Go Dawgs!
https://t.uga.edu/3JQ059z
November 20, 2025 at 8:53 PM
We are excited to share that Carolyn K. Clevenger, a nationally recognized academic leader in advanced practice nursing, geriatrics and gerontology, has been appointed the founding dean of the University of Georgia School of Nursing!
Read more here: https://t.uga.edu/4oa3PAT
November 19, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Yash Mahadkar grew up surrounded by music! His musical roots grew from the Indian classical music that his family played in prayer and religious ceremonies. Yash is now a second-year music education major and is the clarinet section leader for the Redcoat Marching Band!
https://t.uga.edu/3XBqOK4
November 18, 2025 at 1:19 PM
A $5 million National Science Foundation grant awarded to the University of Georgia will develop a state alliance to strengthen and elevate science teaching and ultimately reach every K-12 science teacher in Georgia! Go Dawgs!
https://t.uga.edu/3LJegh3
November 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Have you ever wondered how the grounds at Sanford Stadium stay so healthy and pristine?

Tristan Lowery, a turfgrass management major, is part of the grounds crew that helps maintain the Georgia Football practice facility and Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium. https://t.uga.edu/3LFHvkU
November 12, 2025 at 9:45 PM
When Georgia’s veterans need help accessing military benefits, the UGA Veterans Legal Clinic stands ready to help.

Read more about the clinic's work here: https://t.uga.edu/4nNljmg
November 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
CJ Allen credits his rock-solid work ethic to his mom, Tamecha Tyus, a single mom who raised Allen and his five siblings. As for the rest of his success? He says he owes so much to his hometown community - Barnesville, GA!

Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
November 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
“I wake up every day and am still amazed that I’m a linebacker at the University of Georgia. It’s a lot of sacrifice. You’ve got to be the example and put yourself last. It’s a lot, but that’s how you would want it.” - CJ Allen

Read more here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
November 7, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Georgia Football linebacker, CJ Allen, had plenty of reasons to play football at UGA, but the biggest draw was staying close to home - Barnesville, Georgia!

Read more about CJ here: https://t.uga.edu/3JN5IoO
November 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
For Swetha Pendela, people are at the heart of her journey to become a pediatric neurologist. She's spent the last four years exploring every corner of UGA. From research labs to orientation panels to the streets of Italy, she is a familiar face across campus!

Full story: https://t.uga.edu/4nxDADV
November 3, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Happy Halloween and Happy Fall Break, Bulldogs!
October 31, 2025 at 2:37 PM
New research from UGA has confirmed that 6 species of bats will glow under UV light!

“It’s cool, but we don’t know why it happens. What is the evolutionary or adaptive function? Does it actually serve a function for the bats?," says researcher Steven Castleberry. https://t.uga.edu/3Jk4MIv
October 29, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Doug Ivester, former chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, will deliver the fall undergraduate Commencement address, while Ron Walcott, the vice provost for graduate education and dean of the Graduate School, will deliver the address at the graduate ceremony. https://t.uga.edu/47M94S8
October 28, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Most Georgia fans know them by their alter egos, Batman and the Junkyard Villain. But to their friends, they're just Hayden and Adam, co-presidents of Spike Squad and an engineering major and econ major, respectively. https://t.uga.edu/4ntFGVx
October 28, 2025 at 6:32 PM
In honor of National Mentoring Day, we are sharing this powerful testimonial from a pair participating in UGA's Mentor Program! https://t.uga.edu/47m3K6I
October 27, 2025 at 4:51 PM
“I think most people who work with me in the clinic or the hospital are probably a little bit surprised when they see videos of me on the sideline…but to me, both feel pretty natural.” - Chip Chambers

Read more about the former Mic Man here: https://t.uga.edu/4nerIGK
October 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
This past year has been marked by extraordinary growth, impactful achievements, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. Thanks to the support of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni and friends, we continue to ascend to new heights in teaching, research, and service. https://t.uga.edu/4qoMpCP
October 23, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Mic Man is back between the hedges this season, and it's pre-med student Caleb Camesi! From the Human Roller Coaster to sideline dance parties, Caleb is making sure both he and the crowd have as much fun as possible!
https://t.uga.edu/3JiEnKU
October 22, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Growing up in Watkinsville, Georgia, just outside of Athens, Chip Chambers knew two things: He wanted to attend the University of Georgia, where he’d become a third-generation Bulldog, and he wanted to be a doctor.
https://t.uga.edu/4nerIGK
October 20, 2025 at 7:42 PM