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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.
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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…
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Georgia Women Give hosts spring luncheon at UGA 

The two-day Georgia Women Give gathering featured campus experiences, alumni connection and dialogue with UGA administrators.
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UGA’s Industry Forward symposium strengthens industry-university collaboration 

UGA’s Industry Forward program hosted its first symposium, bringing together faculty, staff and industry partners.
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My Georgia Commitment: Elizabeth Newton

For Elizabeth Newton, founder of the jewelry brand enewton, being part of UGA didn’t end at graduation; it’s a lifelong commitment.
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Getting Involved and Giving Back with the Shurlings

UGA parents Stephanie and Fielder Shurling stay involved and give back as the 2025-2026 co-chairs of the Parents Leadership Council.
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A Legacy of Learning: Sylvia Hutchinson’s gift to UGA’s future doctors

As emerita faculty, Sylvia Hutchinson trains UGA's future doctors, and now she has created a scholarship through UGA's new School of Medicine.
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A commitment, honored

By: Sarah Lippert As a young married couple with fresh new graduate degrees in hand, David (BBA ’78, MBA ’79) and Debbie (BSED ’78, MED ’79) Rosenthal celebrated their accomplishments over a meal with dear friends in downtown Athens.…

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