I was excited and honored to receive a proclamation from @GovKemp and @GAFirstLady Marty Kemp, recognizing my 30 years of service to @universityofga @uga_serves Thank you!
My 30 wonderful years with @uga_serves have provided me with an opportunity to see the positive impact that @universityofga makes on so many Georgians. It’s been an honor and a privilege to be part of that journey. As I look to the future and my retirement, (more)
I also know that PSO will continue to improve the quality of life for Georgians by putting the resources and expertise of UGA to work across the state.
And I want to wish the best to the entire PSO team and especially Matt Bishop as he takes on the role of interim VP. (more)
Be sure to follow him (@MattBishopUGA) and PSO on X, and our other social media (@uga_serves on Instagram) to stay informed about the impact of PSO around Georgia.
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With Thanksgiving upon us, this week is the perfect time to reflect and consider those things that make us grateful. We are so thankful for our donors, who support our mission of service to the state. (more)
Without them we could not accomplish the work we do across Georgia to improve the quality of life and make it a better place to live.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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If you missed it last week, you can still check out our latest Outreach newsletter by clicking the link below.
And be sure to follow @uga_serves and new PSO Interim Vice President @MattBishopUGA to stay up to date on all PSO news.
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The @universityofga is a top provider of business assistance in Georgia, delivering tools, training and resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs across the state through the @ugasbdc. Thanks to a $10M grant from @Googleorg, the philanthropic arm of @Google, (more)
the UGA SBDC will offer small businesses expanded access to resources leveraging artificial intelligence (AI). The UGA SBDC will develop and offer AI consulting and training services statewide. (more)
Grant funds received by the UGA SBDC will be used to establish no-cost AI clinics, led by SBDC faculty who are experts in Google AI technology.
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We are thrilled to see the @universityofga's Connected Resilient Communities (CRC) program growing, and we want to welcome the newest class of participants: the city of Adel, Crisp County, Rabun County and the Augusta-based nonprofit Turn Back the Block.
The current (more)
cohort brings the number of participants to 9 – the most CRC has ever had.
CRC, facilitated by the award-winning @UGA_Archway, helps communities tap into UGA's resources and expertise to address local issues and develop economic resiliency.
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Such a great day being back @universityofga to host a worthwhile discussion about political civility and collaboration. Thanks to Pres Jere Morehead and his wonderful team!
Every day we wake up wanting to make a difference for our state. Our November newsletter highlights the impact we are making around Georgia and recognizes the tremendous community partners and faculty and staff who make it possible. (more)
Read about our work and subscribe to stay informed: mailchi.mp/uga/november-2024…
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The @universityofga strives to make a positive impact in the Athens-Clarke County community with partnerships built through the Bobbi Meeler Sahm Service and Outreach Award program. The award supports public service and outreach efforts conducted by partnerships between (more)
UGA and Athens organizations — like the @UGASocialWork and the Farm to Neighborhood nonprofit (Read more about their work here: tinyurl.com/5yds6pux).
Applications for the 2025 Sahm awards are now open. To apply or for more information, go to: tinyurl.com/yf2snnuy
When Gwen and Larry Collins sought guidance on buying their first business in 2005, they engaged with the @ugasbdc, and began a partnership that has helped Collins Manufacturing grow and prosper over the years. (more)
Gwen Collins said being able to lean on the UGA SBDC for its expertise gives small business owners confidence when making decisions.
Hear more of the Collins’ success story at: georgiasbdc.org/collins-manu…
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Last week, we held our annual Staff and Faculty Appreciation event. It’s our chance to showcase some of the best work we do, recognize employee milestones, and honor staff and faculty for their commitment and efforts that exemplify UGA's service mission. (more)
ALT PSO staff and faculty pose for a group photo during the recent appreciation event at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia.
Congratulations to PSO Staff Award for Excellence winners Laurel Clark (@BotGardenGA), Emily Schattler (@CVIOG_UGA) and Brian Wrenn (@georgiacenter), who were recognized for their exceptional job performance, workplace creativity and innovation and commitment to service. (more)
ALT Laurel Clark of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia displays her PSO Staff Award for Excellence with Jennifer Frum, vice president for Public Service and Outreach, and Jenny Cruse-Sanders, director of the State Botanical Garden.
ALT Emily Schattler of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government displays her PSO Award of Excellence with Jennifer Frum, vice president of Public Service and Outreach, and Rob Gordon, director of the Institute of Government.
ALT Brian Wrenn of the UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel displays his PSO Award of Excellence with Jennifer Frum, vice president of Public Service and Outreach, and Stacy Jones, director of the Georgia Center.
We also recognized other PSO teams and individuals who have gone above and beyond to make Georgia a better place.
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