No limit to guests for UGA commencement ceremony, officials say
The University of Georgia announced eligible spring graduates will have no limit on the number of guests in the stands for the 2021 Spring Commencement.
UGA plans to resume normal operations in fall semester
The University of Georgia provided a forecast of instructional plans for fall and summer semesters, and the school projects to resume "normal operations" by the 2021 fall semester.
UGA maintenance worker charged with child molestation
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a University of Georgia maintenance worker on child molestation charges.
Georgia Bulldogs name Josh Brooks new athletic director
Josh Brooks will become the 12th athletic director of the University of Georgia Bulldogs, following the retirement of 10-year AD Greg McGarity.
UGA athletics director Greg McGarity announces retirement
After 10 years at the University of Georgia, Director of Athletics Greg McGarity will retire at the end of the year.
2 students from Georgia among those named Rhodes Scholars
Two students from the Atlanta area have been chosen among the 32 U.S. Rhodes Scholars for 2021.
Jake Scott, legendary Bulldog, former Miami safety, Super Bowl MVP, dies at 75
Jake Scott, the star safety who was the most valuable player in the Super Bowl that completed the Miami Dolphins’ 1972 perfect season before his relationship with coach Don Shula soured, died Thursday in Atlanta.
UGA researchers study post-coronavirus immunity questions
Researchers at the University of Georgia are studying whether exposure to COVID-19 or a vaccine offers some level of natural protection against reinfection.
Fire breaks out on roof of UGA student center
Firefighters said they were able to quickly put out a fire on the University of Georgia campus on Friday evening.
Fund created in memory of UGA law school’s first Black grad
The University of Georgia has established an endowment in memory of the law school’s first Black graduate, who died in August.
UGA faculty urge for COVID-19 precautions to safeguard Athens community
UGA faulty want staff, administrations and students to do more to stop the virus from reaching the Athens community. They said the community has a high number of people who are vulnerable to the virus.
Fraternity suspends UGA chapter over alleged racist, sexist posts
The UGA fraternity chapter's operations have been suspended and its members are now under investigation by National Headquarters, The University of Georgia, and the school's interfraternity council.
UGA banning tailgating on campus during COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Georgia will not be allowing tailgating on campus during the football season due to fears over the COVID-19 pandemic.
University of Georgia reports more than 1,400 new COVID-19 cases
UGA is reporting 1,417 new COVID-19 cases. The University said the majority of the positive tests are among students.
COVID-19 infections leap again at University of Georgia
Coronavirus infections continue to spread at the University of Georgia, with the school reporting more than 1,400 new cases of COVID-19 in the past week.
Faculty, students say lack of transparency from UGA over COVID-19 cases
The Georgia Department of Public Health reports more than 1,200 cases in Clarke County in the last two weeks. Some faculty and students say there is a lack of transparency from the University of Georgia when it comes to COVID-19 cases on campus.
Tracking COVID-19 in colleges difficult due to lack of uniformity, experts say
There is no a standardized protocol for how campuses should collect and report cases. The University System of Georgia, the government entity overseeing 26 public universities and colleges, said that is to allow schools to personalize plans uniquely for their communities.
University of Georgia reports 'concerning' rise in positive COVID-19 tests
After the first full week of classes, the number of positive COVID-19 cases from students, staff, and faculty at UGA has risen significantly.
UGA students demand cheaper meal plans due to COVID-19 adjustments
Several students at the University of Georgia are frustrated with changes the school has made to the dining experience out of coronavirus health and safety concerns.
UGA students debate COVID-19 safety before the first day of class
Shira Alperin is afraid to attend the first day of class Thursday at the University of Georgia. The 18-year-old freshman said the crowds of unmasked students she photographed Monday have left her nervous about setting foot in a classroom or a dining hall.