Two generations of Bulldog golfers (from left to right), Todd and Davis Thompson, are involved with the PGA and with philanthropy at the University of Georgia.
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Our Georgia Commitment: Todd and Davis Thompson

Father and son duo Todd and Davis Thompson have channeled their passion for golf into a tool to improve the lives of UGA students through philanthropy and The RSM Classic.

Suzette, her Jetts and her devotion to Grady

The first question Suzette Jett (ABJ ’71) asks upon meeting someone is “What is the first commercial you remember seeing on TV?”   Suzette attended the University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication when…
UGA parents Stephen and Evis pictured with their daughters, Eve and Erin to show their welcoming nature.

Fueling future generations with the Weizenecker Family

UGA parents Stephen and Evis share their story of getting involved with the Parents Leadership Council and fueling future generations.
Six Destination Dawgs participants pose with celebratory balloons denoting their graduation in 2026.
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How one Destination Dawg inspired a gift for future Bulldogs

Benjamin Harrison, a participant in UGA's Destination Dawgs program, inspired UGA Foundation Trustee Carl Swearingen to support the program.
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Giving to UGA: A how-to guide for curious (and generous) Bulldogs

From scholarships and student support to groundbreaking research and community impact, philanthropy fuels the experiences that define UGA.
A Bulldog design is featured on a graduation cap.
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UGA donors fuel another historic year of giving and impact

Support from UGA's alumni, parents and friends reached new heights in 2026, with 69,789 donors contributing $324.4 million.
Image: Susan (left) and Charles Dasher stand in the courtyard of the Georgia Center for Continuing Education Center and Hotel in Athens, Georgia. (Photo/Lilli Sosbee)
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The gastroenterologist with a soft spot for UGA physics

Dr. Charles Dasher (BSPY ’68) began his journey to medical school on a different path than his peers.   While other students at the University of Georgia took more predictable routes, such as studying biology or chemistry, Charles chose…
image: UGA students collect biodiversity data during a BioBlitz event at Rowen this spring. (Photo courtesy of Emily Nicole Crawford LLC)
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Fostering the spirit of ideation and collaboration

UGA and Rowen partnerships connect students and industry professionals for innovative research A mere 39 miles down University Parkway from the University of Georgia lies Rowen, the state’s largest knowledge community. Rowen boasts 2,000…
A man and woman pictured with their two young children in their arms.
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Our Georgia Commitment: Drew and Virginia Papadopulos

Drew BBA ’16, BBA ’16 and Virginia Papadopulos BSHP ’16 first crossed paths during their junior year at the University of Georgia. In the decade since graduating, the pair have built a life together — marrying and settling in Drew’s…
UGA President Jere Morehead speaks with two undergraduate students at the Center for Undergraduate Research 2025 Symposium.
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Parents Leadership Council surpasses $10M fundraising milestone for student programs

Parent-funded program makes a direct impact on student life   The University of Georgia Parents Leadership Council (PLC) was founded in 2012 and awarded nearly $145,000 to 22 organizations in its first year. Today, PLC supports 142 organizations…

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