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Authored 1977 articles.
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UGA Dedicates Phase II of Business Learning Community, Breaks Ground for Phase III
Features, September 18, 2017
The University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business celebrated the expansion of its new home, the state-of-the-art Business Learning Community, with a dedication and groundbreaking ceremony.
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Piedmont College Athens Campus Opens New Library, School of Nursing & Health Sciences Facilities
News, September 18, 2017
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Advantage Behavioral Health Systems’ Community Service Board Elects New Chair
News, September 18, 2017
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Peabody Welcomes Four New Members to Advisory Board
News, September 18, 2017
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Fortson, Bentley and Griffin, P.A. Welcomes New Attorney
News, September 15, 2017
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Fall 2017 Signature Lectures Bring Range of Speakers, Perspectives to UGA
Features, September 15, 2017
Innovative scientists, a daring journalist, heralded writers and influential leaders in business and law will visit the University of Georgia this fall as part of the Signature Lecture series.
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$20M NSF Grant to Support Georgia-based Partnership
News, September 14, 2017
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Mid-Year 2017: Sunset Soiree September 28th
News, September 14, 2017
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Athens, GA Hospitality Awards, Call for Nominations
News, September 13, 2017
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Cannon Releases Leadership Podcast
News, September 13, 2017
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Third Annual J.W. Fanning Community Leadership Conference Set for February 2018
Features, September 13, 2017
Individuals committed to improving their communities and organizations through leadership development are encouraged to mark their calendars to attend the 2018 Community Leadership Conference, Feb. 22-23, 2018, at UGA. Organized by the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development, the Community Leadership Conference will again take place at the UGA Center for Continuing Education and Hotel.
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Jeffrey Martin Named Director of UGA Performing Arts Center
News, September 12, 2017
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UGA Closed Monday and Tuesday
News, September 11, 2017
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UGA Receives National Diversity Award for Fourth Consecutive Year
News, September 08, 2017
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UGA Breaks Ground on Children’s Garden at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia
News, September 07, 2017
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UGA to Lead National Network for Undergraduate Research Experiences
News, September 06, 2017
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Barberitos Named Among ‘Top 20 Emerging Franchise Chains’
News, September 06, 2017
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UGA’s Dr. Christopher Whalen Honored with Beckman Award for Teaching Excellence
News, September 05, 2017
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Athens Area Nonprofit Director Credits Fanning Institute for Leadership Development Opportunities
News, September 05, 2017
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HousingWire Honors Claire Weber of FormFree with Insiders Award
News, September 05, 2017
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UGA & AYTM Partner to Further Enhance the Master of Marketing Research Program
News, August 31, 2017
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Athens-based FormFree Announces Launch of New Podcast "Buzzworthy"
News, August 31, 2017
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Landmark Properties Announces Nearly $2B in Student Housing Project Starts and Deliveries
Features, August 30, 2017
Athens, Georgia-based student housing developer and owner Landmark Properties delivered close to 5,000 beds this fall, adding to its existing student housing portfolio and completing all seven of its new developments on time or ahead of schedule.
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UGA Research and Public Service Units Recognized in Economic Prosperity Competition
News, August 30, 2017
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State Rep. Chuck Williams of Watkinsville to Lead Georgia Forestry Commission
News, August 29, 2017
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UGA Launches More Than 100 ‘Double Dawgs’ Linked-degree Programs
News, August 29, 2017
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Athens-Clarke County Designated a SolSmart Community for Advancing Solar Energy
News, August 28, 2017
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AT&T Boosts Game Day Cellular Capacity in Sanford Stadium
Features, August 25, 2017
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UGA Helping to Develop Leaders, Businesses in Georgia’s Hispanic Community
News, August 25, 2017
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Piedmont Athens Regional Seeks Nominations for the J.W. Fanning Humanitarian of the Year Award
News, August 25, 2017
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GDOL to Host Workshops for Returning Citizens in Athens September 8th
News, August 24, 2017
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UGA to Support Athens Youth through Career Development Partnership
Features, August 22, 2017
As a result of President Jere W. Morehead’s meetings with community leaders in April, the University of Georgia will be offering workforce development and work-based learning initiatives to local youth beginning this fall. Morehead’s conversation centered on economic development and education, and how the university can play a role in both areas.
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Dr. Jacob Leon Joining Infectious Disease Specialists of Athens
News, August 22, 2017
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St. Mary's Sacred Heart Earns ACR Accreditation
News, August 21, 2017
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Institute of Genealogy Moved to UGA after Six Decades in Birmingham
News, August 21, 2017
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UGA to Host Solar Eclipse ‘Blackout’ Viewing at Sanford Stadium
Features, August 18, 2017
Those in search of a place to view the upcoming solar eclipse are welcome at the University of Georgia, which will open the doors to Sanford Stadium for an eclipse "blackout" between the hedges.
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Four Athens Startup Internship Program Gets UGA Approval for Experiential Learning and Opens Applications for Students
News, August 18, 2017
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TELUS International Acquires Voxpro
Features, August 17, 2017
TELUS International, a leading global business process outsourcing provider, announced the acquisition of Voxpro, a provider of beautiful customer experience, technical support and sales operations solutions with locations in the United States, Ireland, Romania, and the Philippines.
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a2b Fulfillment Adds Third Facility in Trenton, South Carolina
News, August 17, 2017
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UGA Named National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Research
News, August 16, 2017
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Stacy Cooke Named Commercial Lender of Oconee State Bank
News, August 14, 2017
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Fanning Institute Introduces New Elementary School Leadership Curriculum
News, August 14, 2017
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Patty Pinckney Joins FormFree as Senior Director of Marketing
News, August 14, 2017
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UGA Idea Accelerator Now Accepting Applications
Features, August 11, 2017
Applications are now open for the fall 2017 round of teams to be selected for the UGA Idea Accelerator program powered by the Advanced Technology Development Center. The Accelerator, which is organized by local economic development nonprofit Four Athens, in partnership with ATDC, and the University of Georgia Entrepreneurship Program, chooses a cohort of promising business concepts to be put to the test each semester.
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Doty Named Director of Dean Rusk International Law Center
News, August 11, 2017
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Dr. Daphne Esho to Join Hometown Pediatrics
News, August 11, 2017
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Fanning Institute, Destination Dawgs Team up for Second Summer Leadership Institute
News, August 11, 2017
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UGA’s Class of 2021 Has a 4.0 Average GPA
News, August 10, 2017
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Annual Tour Introduces New UGA Faculty to the State’s Diverse Economy
News, August 09, 2017
This year’s Public Service and Outreach tour of the state will take about 40 new University of Georgia faculty through 14 cities and 43 counties Aug. 7-11.
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Morris Publishing Sells The Athens Banner-Herald to GateHouse Media
Features, August 09, 2017
Morris Communications today announced that is selling 11 of its daily and non-daily newspaper holdings, its Lubbock, Texas-based commercial printing operation and other related publications to GateHouse Media, Inc. The sale is part of the company’s strategic restructuring to focus its business on lifestyle and niche publications, broadband operations, property development and new business.
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St. Mary's Foundation Volunteer of the Year
News, August 09, 2017
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UGA Paws for a Cause Donates Books to Local Schools
News, August 09, 2017
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St. Mary’s Hospital President D. Montez Carter, FACHE, Named Chair-Elect of the Georgia Hospital Association Board of Trustees
News, August 08, 2017
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UGA's Terry College Partners with KPMG for Master of Accounting with Data Analytics Program
News, August 08, 2017
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St. Mary's Auxiliary Member, a WWII Veteran, Awarded Quilt of Valor
News, August 07, 2017
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UGA No. 3 on List of Top Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education Degrees
News, August 07, 2017
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Summer Successes: UGA Enrollment Reaches New High
Features, August 04, 2017
Whether on-campus, online or around the world, summer enrollment at the University of Georgia is on an upward trajectory. Total summer enrollment has risen for the third consecutive year and in 2017 reached a record 16,447. That figure is a 4 percent increase over last year's record and a 22 percent increase over summer 2014.
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Dulce Escutia Joins a2b Fulfillment Customer Care Center
News, August 04, 2017
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The Cousins Foundation Makes Gift to Support Scholarships, Endow UGA Swim and Dive Coach
News, August 04, 2017
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UGA Law School Creates Veterans Legal Services Clinic
News, August 03, 2017
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Downtown Renaissance Partnership Helps Boost Economic Vitality in Northwest Georgia
Features, August 02, 2017
Downtown business districts in some northwest Georgia cities are getting a face-lift, thanks to the University of Georgia and funding from the Lyndhurst Foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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Early Move-in Begins at The Mark in Downtown Athens
News, August 02, 2017
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Broad River Watershed Groups Holds Annual Meeting Aug. 12th
News, August 02, 2017
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Research Productivity Reaches New Heights at the University of Georgia
News, August 01, 2017
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Sen. Isakson Applauds $141.5M Funding for New Southeast Poultry Research Laboratory
News, August 01, 2017
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Resident Physicians Coming to Greene County
News, August 01, 2017
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UGA’s Bonbright Center Expands Research into Regulatory Economics
News, July 31, 2017
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Oconee Schools to Delay Eclipse Day Dismissal
News, July 28, 2017
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Swissaustral and Ginkgo Bioworks Partner to Develop Improved Industrial Enzymes
News, July 28, 2017
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Metro Athens’ Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.2% in June
Features, July 27, 2017
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Metro Athens’ unemployment rate in June was 5.2 percent, up seven-tenths of a percentage point from 4.5 percent in May. In June 2016, the rate was 5.8 percent.
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Walton EMC to Almost Double Solar Electricity Production
News, July 27, 2017
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Athensmade and Athens Area Community Foundation Collaborate to Host Networking Event at Cinè August 15th
News, July 25, 2017
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Stadion Money Management Names Holly MacMillan Chief Marketing Officer
News, July 25, 2017
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AFB&T’s Garrett Retires; Malcom to Lead Walton County Market
News, July 24, 2017
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WUGA Celebrates 30 Years on the Air
News, July 24, 2017
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Athens Ranked No. 1 Choice to Earn Real Estate Degree
News, July 21, 2017
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Summer Leadership Program at UGA Gives High School Students in Foster Care College Experience
News, July 20, 2017
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Fundraising Skyrockets at UGA
News, July 18, 2017
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Athens Banker to Serve on Georgia Bankers Association Board
News, July 17, 2017
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UGA Students Helping Create Book about the West Broad Farmers Market
News, July 17, 2017
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Community Internal Medicine of Athens Expands
Features, July 14, 2017
Community Internal Medicine of Athens is growing. CIMA is a medical practice offering comprehensive outpatient care for adults, with care provided by resident physicians and faculty.
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Walton EMC’s Operation Round Up Boosts Local Communities with $123,238
News, July 14, 2017
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Real Estate Scorecard Reports Harbor Club on Lake Oconee Record Sales Continue into 2017
News, July 14, 2017
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Appling County Restarts Adult Leadership Development Program with Help from The J.W. Fanning Institute
News, July 14, 2017
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AthFest Educates Open Grant Application Period
Features, July 13, 2017
Local music and arts education non-profit, AthFest Educates, opened its 2017-18 grant application period on Wednesday. Applications will be accepted through August 23rd for grants to teachers and community educators from nonprofit organizations, public schools or local or state government agencies serving Athens-Clarke County youth in kindergarten through eighth grade.
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Gymboree Store in Athens to Close after Bankruptcy Filing
News, July 13, 2017
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BankSouth Rallies Community for Support of Local Fallen Officers
News, July 11, 2017
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Superintendent Means Begins
News, July 11, 2017
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Team Novo Nordisk Invites Young Athletes With Diabetes to Camp in Athens
News, July 11, 2017
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Polsinelli Elects UGA Law School Grad Chase Simmons as Vice Chairman and Chair-Elect
News, July 10, 2017
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Horticulture Student Wins UGA’s Next Top Entrepreneur Competition
News, July 07, 2017
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Second Cohort of Four Athens’ Startup Internship Program Opens up Project Submissions
Features, July 07, 2017
Revamped for the second cohort, the Four Athens’ Startup Internship Program opens applications for participating companies July 5th. Five companies will be selected to submit full project proposals that will be worked on by internship teams managed by Four Athens.
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University of Georgia Unveils 40 Under 40 Class of 2017
News, July 06, 2017
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Fanning Institute Hosts Summer Leadership Program for Migrant Youth
News, July 06, 2017
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Walton EMC Communicators Bring Home Awards From National Competition
News, July 05, 2017
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Joint Commission Continues St. Mary's Certification for Stroke, Heart Failure Care
News, June 28, 2017
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St. Mary's, Internal Medicine Residency Program Welcome Class of 2020
Features, June 27, 2017
The Internal Medicine Residency Program, a joint effort of the Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership and St. Mary’s Health Care System, welcomed its third group of Internal Medicine residents – filling all openings in Northeast Georgia's first graduate medical education program.
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Athens Library Gets $100,000 Grant to Install Solar Array
News, June 27, 2017
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Neil Stevens on Oconee State Bank & Working Toward the Future
Video, June 26, 2017
President and CEO of Oconee State Bank Neil Stevens talks about the rich history and heritage of the bank over the past 57 years, but also looks forward to the future and continued growth while focusing on technology and continued customer engagement.
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Educators’ Gift Inspires Others to ‘Pay it Forward’
News, June 23, 2017