UGA Alumni Association The UGA Alumni Association advances the academic excellence, interests and traditions of Georgia’s flagship university by inspiring engagement through relevant programming, enhanced connections and effective communications.
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events MONDAY, JAN. 23
If you are passionate about building a welcoming UGA community for all Bulldogs and enjoy helping fellow alumni connect to their alma mater, consider volunteering for one of UGA’s affinity group leadership councils. The Black Alumni, Women of UGA and Young Alumni affinity groups are dedicated to enriching the alumni experience for all Bulldogs. Applications close Dec. 31. Visit alumni.uga.edu/networks to learn more.
Founders Day Lecture Join the UGA community in the Chapel at 1:30 p.m. to hear from Charles Bullock, Richard B. Russell Chair in Political Science and University Professor.
Save the Date!
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 25
The 2017 Bulldog 100 Celebration, highlighting the 100 fastest-growing businesses helmed by UGA alumni, will be held Feb. 4 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Keynote speaker is retired AT&T executive Debbie Storey (AB ’80, MBA ’06). Visit alumni.uga.edu/b100 to learn more.
State of the University Address Hear from President Jere W. Morehead about the Commit to Georgia Campaign and the future of Georgia’s flagship university at 3:30 p.m. in the chapel.
UGA vs. Notre Dame Travel Package The Dawgs will take on the Fighting Irish Sept. 9 for the first time since the 1981 Sugar Bowl. The UGA Alumni Association is offering alumni and friends a special Chicago travel package for the football game. The package includes hotel stay, shuttle to South Bend, a souvenir and more. Claim your spot at alumni.uga.edu/notredame.
MONDAY, FEB. 6 40 Under 40 Nominations Open Nominate outstanding young alumni for 40 Under 40. Nominations will close Thursday, April 6. Visit alumni.uga.edu/40u40 for details.
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FRIDAY-SATURDAY, FEB. 17–18 2017 Alumni Seminar: A Sense of Place This annual two-day educational gathering features lectures, tours and interactive seminars that showcase UGA’s commitment to changing the world for the better. This year’s keynote speaker will be award-winning author, writer and humorist Roy Blount Jr. Register at alumni.uga.edu/seminar.
FRIDAY, APRIL 21
Robyn Rayne Nelson
80th Annual Alumni Awards Luncheon
Lana Chumachenko (BBA ’06) sends T-shirts to fans in the Georgia Dome during the Chickfil-A Kickoff Game Sept. 3 in Atlanta. Chumachenko is a senior real estate representative for Chick-fil-A and a 40 Under 40 honoree for 2016.
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Every year, the UGA Alumni Association celebrates the achievements of distinguished alumni, faculty and friends of UGA. Visit alumni.uga.edu/alumniawards for more information. For more events, visit alumni.uga.edu/calendar.