Students enrolled in First-Year Odyssey seminars are required to attend at least three campus events during the semester.
Fitness & Wellness Free Week
Mon. January 8, 2024, 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM - Ramsey Student Center
Join Rec Sports for 60+ free fitness classes on the Unlimited Group Fitness and Small Group Training schedules. Try out a class before you buy a pass! Everything from Zumba to Yoga, Boxing to Aqua Fitness is free to try this week only, starting January 8th until January 14th! No pre-registration required.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
Naloxone Training
Thu. January 11, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Miller Learning Center (MLC) Room 213
Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.
Event type: Health/AOD Education Host: The Fontaine Center-University Health Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/save-a-life/
International Coffee Hour
Fri. January 12, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Tue. January 16, 2024, 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
UGA Mentor Program Spring Welcome
Wed. January 17, 2024, 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM - Tate Student Center, Concourse Hallway
Are you interested in learning more about the UGA Mentor Program? The UGA Mentor Program is a university-wide initiative that allows UGA Students to connect with Alumni, Faculty, Staff, and Friends about life, careers, college, and more.
Stop by Tate Student Center on January 17th anytime between 11am-1pm to learn more about the program and ask us any questions you may have. There will be free food, fun prizes, and Hairy Dawg. See you there!
Event type: Mentorship Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Destiny Loyd, //mentor.uga.edu/programs/ugamentor/events/1
Nutrition Lunch and Learn: Edible Literacy
Wed. January 17, 2024, 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM - MLC 213
Put your taste buds to the tests. Try a variety of foods and see if you can spot the difference between brands and products. You will also learn how to read nutrition labels, understand food claims, and gain some insight about what food choices matter to you.
We want to keep it a surprise on what foods you will be trying, but all items will be vegetarian and gluten-free. Allergens may be present per packaging.
RSVP via Involvement Network encouraged
This event is limited to 88 students
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center - Fontaine Center/ Health Promotion
More information: Anthony Chiu, 7705428690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/
International Coffee Hour
Fri. January 19, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Barbells & Brunch
Sat. January 20, 2024, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Ramsey Student Center
Feel more confident and comfortable in the weight room and learn how to make healthy morning meal options to keep you fueled for training! Join Rec Sports and the University Health Center for a beginner strength training workshop and cooking demonstration.
This event is limited to 30 students
Reservation information: https://shop.recsports.uga.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=b431ca17-5b2a-488d-9002-a2ed16bb15b3&semesterId=9196f4c5-956f-4d6f-896c-ea39a86ed7d6
Ticket charge: $15
Event type: Demonstration Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Mon. January 22, 2024, 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Lunchtime Time Machine
Tue. January 23, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
This installment of the Department of History’s undergraduate lecture series features Dr. Andrew Walgren. Walgren will talk about the research behind the question, "How did the bandleader of the Harlem Hellfighters become the "Martin Luther King" of Jazz?"
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/luncht
Engagement Fair Spring 2024
Tue. January 23, 2024, 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Tate Student Center
200+ Student Organizations. Free Food, t-shirts, and giveaways!
Event type: Fair Host: Engagement, Leadership and Service
More information: Rachel Taylor, 706-542-6396, rachel.taylor27@uga.edu, //uga.campuslabs.com/engage/event/9654180
I'm a UGA Mentee Day
Wed. January 24, 2024, 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM - Tate Student Center Concourse Hallway
Today, we celebrate you, our UGA mentees. We applaud you for taking the step to sign up for the program and take advantage of this priceless opportunity to expand your network and form meaningful relationships.
Join the Ambassadors of the UGA Mentor Program at Tate Concourse from 11AM-1PM for a celebration of all of our mentees.
January is National Mentoring Month, an opportunity to recognize the power of one-on-one relationships to help people find guidance and support.
Event type: Mentorship Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Destiny Loyd, dloyd909@uga.edu, //mentor.uga.edu/programs/ugamentor/events/1
Creative Writing Program Visiting Author: Suchitra Vijayan | How Long Can the Moon Be Caged?
Thu. January 25, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Graduate Reading Room
Third Floor, Main Library
North Campus
Suchitra Vijayan is a writer, essayist, lawyer, and photographer working across oral history, state violence, and visual storytelling. Her second book, How Long Can the Moon Be Caged? Voices of Indian Political Prisoners, co-authored with Francesca Recchia, is a powerful look at authoritarian India through the experiences of political prisoners.
Event type: Reading Host: Creative Writing Program, Department of English
More information: Jami Mays, 706-542-1261, jami.mays@uga.edu, //www.english.uga.edu/events/content/2023/vi
Cannabis Roundtable
Thu. January 25, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - MLC Room 213
What is the difference between CBD and THC? Between Delta-8 and Delta-9? Learn this and more through a discussion-based roundtable that will give you a glimpse into what cannabis is, its effects, and relevant online and campus resources.
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center, The Fontaine Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 7065428690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/fontaine-center/
Morning Mindfulness
Fri. January 26, 2024, 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Georgia Museum of Art
Come rest and recharge in the galleries surrounded by inspiring art. Experienced mindfulness instructors lead guided meditations, gentle movements and slow-looking techniques. This program is free, stools are provided and no experience or special attire is needed. For more information email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/morning-mindfulnes
International Coffee Hour hosted by the UGA Mentor Program
Fri. January 26, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Memorial Hall Ballroom
The UGA Mentor Program is excited to host International Coffee Hour on January 26th, 2024! Coffee Hour at the University of Georgia is a weekly program that brings UGA students, faculty, staff, and community members together over coffee and international cuisine.
Come learn more about the UGA Mentor Program and how mentorship can be applied in an international context, and enjoy light refreshments!
Event type: Mentorship
International/Cultural Awareness Host: UGA Mentor Program and International Student Life
More information: Destiny Loyd, dloyd909@uga.edu, //mentor.uga.edu/programs/ugamentor/events/1
International Coffee Hour
Fri. January 26, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Naloxone Training
Mon. January 29, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Miller Learning Center (MLC) Room 150
Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.
Event type: Health/AOD Education Host: The Fontaine Center- University Health Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/save-a-life/
$5 Cooking Class - Roasted Chicken Sausage & Veggies, Cherry Tomato Pasta
Tue. January 30, 2024, 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM - University Health Center, Fontaine Center (Across the UHC Vision Clinic)
One Sheet, One Pan: Roasted Chicken Sausage & Veggies, Cherry Tomato Pasta
We offer healthy cooking classes for UGA students that are fun, educational, and delicious. A registered dietitian will teach you the right balance between flavor and nutrition; and you will get the opportunity to practice healthy cooking techniques while enjoying a delicious meal.
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: Call 706-542-8690 to register. If you are unable to attend the cooking class you registered for please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel to avoid being charged a class fee.
Ticket charge: $5-10
To obtain tickets: Call 706-542-8690 to register. $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students.
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center, Fontaine Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Wed. January 31, 2024, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
APERO African Brown Bag Lecture
Wed. January 31, 2024, 12:40 PM - 01:30 PM - 214 Miller Learning Center (214 MLC)
APERO African Brown Bag Lecture Series is set for every other Wednesday from 12:40 pm to 1:30 pm (EST)in 214 MLC.
The next presentation is Wednesday, January 31 , 2024. It will be delivered by Dr. Chibuisi Gideon Alimba, Scientist, Interorgan Toxicology IFADO, Technical University of Dortmund, German. He will presenting on the topic, DNA Damage from Heavy Metals is Ameliorated by Folate in WIL2-NS Human B Lymphobalstoid Cells. (Zoom ID: 927 8053 0389)
Event type: Lecture Host: African Studies Institute
More information: Jazmin Pittman, 706-542-0506, jazmin.pittman@uga.edu, asi.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. January 31, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
* To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Curator Talk: The Female Gaze: Women Artists and Sitters in a Family Portrait Gallery
Wed. January 31, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join Asen Kirin, Parker Curator of Russian Art, for a talk on portraiture in the Martha Thompson Dinos Gallery.
Event type: Discussion Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/curator-talk-the-f
UMatter
Wed. January 31, 2024, 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM - MLC Rm. 253
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Fontaine Center
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Study Skills and Strategies
Wed. January 31, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Miller Learning Center, Room 207
In this workshop, students will be introduced to the most efficient and effective study strategies for academic success in college, and will learn best practices for reviewing course material for tests.
Event type: Workshop Host: Division of Academic Enhancement
More information: Erin Weston, erin.weston@uga.edu
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. February 1, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Atomic Age Film Series: “Hiroshima, Mon Amour”
Thu. February 1, 2024, 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a film series on the atomic age, presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.”
“Hiroshima Mon Amour” (1959) was written by Marguerite Duras and directed by Alain Resnais. A co-production between France and Japan, it documents a series of intensely personal conversations between an unnamed French actress and a Japanese architect interspersed with flashbacks. It is considered a hallmark film of the French New Wave. NR, 90 min.
Event type: Film Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/film-hiroshima-mon
Atomic Age Film Series: “Hiroshima, Mon Amour”
Thu. February 1, 2024, 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a film series on the atomic age, presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.”
“Hiroshima Mon Amour” (1959) was written by Marguerite Duras and directed by Alain Resnais. A co-production between France and Japan, it documents a series of intensely personal conversations between an unnamed French actress and a Japanese architect interspersed with flashbacks. It is considered a hallmark film of the French New Wave. NR, 90 min.
Event type: Film Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/film-hiroshima-mon
12th Henry D. Green Symposium of the Decorative Arts
Fri. February 2, 2024, 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM - UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
Join us for the 12th Henry D. Green Symposium of the Decorative Arts, “The Past Made Public: Taking Stock,” with a keynote speech by Ulysses Grant Dietz, chief curator emeritus, Newark Museum of Art. ? Visit georgiamuseum.org/greensymposium for more information or https://www.hotel.uga.edu/events/henry-green-symposium to register before January 15. Free for students.
Event type: Reception Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/12th-henry-d-green
International Coffee Hour
Fri. February 2, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Georgia African American Male Experience Mentoring Dinner
Fri. February 2, 2024, 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM - State Botanical Garden's Visitor Center & Conservatory
We are honored to invite you to the third annual Georgia African American Male Experience Mentoring Dinner, an event designed to celebrate and cultivate community among Black men within the Bulldog family, hosted in collaboration with the Office of Institutional Diversity, the UGA Mentor Program, and the Alumni Association. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We look forward to seeing you there!
Reservation information: https://gail.uga.edu/events/cctr/2024-gaame-mentoring-dinner
Event type: Reception Host: Office of Institutional Diversity, the UGA Mentor Program, and the Alumni Association
More information: Bethany Bagwell, 706-542-3902, bethany.bagwell@uga.edu
EECP Philosopher's Walk: ACC Water Reclamation Facility
Sat. February 3, 2024, 08:30 AM - 11:00 AM - Cedar Creek Water Reclamation Facility
4100 S Barnett Shoals, Athens, GA 30605
ACC's three water reclamation facilities use a biological treatment process to treat the collected water entering our facility. See how microorganisms are put into action to remove the organic materials and waste to reclaim our water resources for further use. The tour takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Carpooling is available. We will be leaving from the Jackson Street Building at 8:30am. Please register for FREE using the provided link!
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2fegcsvaru0q9x4
Event type: Tour Host: Environmental Ethics Certificate Program - Allison Krausman
More information: Allison Krausman, 770-286-8687, eecp@uga.edu, //ced.uga.edu/eecp/news_and_events/
12th Henry D. Green Symposium of the Decorative Arts
Sat. February 3, 2024, 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM - UGA Hotel & Conference Center
Join us for the 12th Henry D. Green Symposium of the Decorative Arts, “The Past Made Public: Taking Stock,” with a keynote speech by Ulysses Grant Dietz, chief curator emeritus, Newark Museum of Art. ?Visit georgiamuseum.org/greensymposium for more information or https://www.hotel.uga.edu/events/henry-green-symposium to register before January 15. $389 / $229 (full-time museum professionals) / free for students.
Ticket charge: $0
To obtain tickets: Tickets are free for students.
Event type: Reception Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/join-and-give/give/spons
Write on Track
Mon. February 5, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Miller Learning Center, Room 275
In this workshop, students will learn useful techniques in relation to understanding the difference between analysis and summary, revising in terms of sentence grammar, and predicting questions for essay exams.
Event type: Lecture Host: Division of Academic Enhancement
More information: Erin Weston, erin.weston@uga.edu
Healthy Relationship Workshop
Mon. February 5, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Miller Learning Center Room 248
Explore relationship dynamics between roommates, friends, & romantic partners.
Learn About:
- Unhealthy communication patterns
- Practice healthy communication skills
- Discuss navigating relationship conflict
- Setting and respecting boundaries
- How to support a friend in an unhealthy relationship
This event is limited to 140 students
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center - The Fontaine Center
More information: Fontaine Center, 706-542-8690, asbrown@uhs.uga.edu
Healthy Relationship Workshop
Mon. February 5, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Miller Learning Center Room 248
Explore relationship dynamics between roommates, friends, & romantic partners.
Learn about:
- Unhealthy communication patterns
- Practice healthy communication skills
- Discuss navigating relationship conflict
- Setting and respecting boundaries
- How to support a friend in an unhealthy relationship
This event is limited to 130 students
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center - The Fontaine Center
More information: Fontaine Center, 706-542-8690, asbrown@uhs.uga.edu
Lunchtime Time Machine
Tue. February 6, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
This installment of the Department of History’s undergraduate lecture series features Dr. Scott Reynolds Nelson, who presents the question, "How did the murder of a Black activist end Reconstruction in North Carolina?"
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/luncht
$5 Cooking Class - Berry Crisp, Pecan Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Tue. February 6, 2024, 12:45 PM - 02:00 PM - University Health Center, Fontaine Center (Across the Vision Clinic)
Stop for Dessert: Berry Crisp, Pecan Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
We offer healthy cooking classes for UGA students that are fun, educational, and delicious. A registered dietitian will teach you the right balance between flavor and nutrition; and you will get the opportunity to practice healthy cooking techniques while enjoying a delicious meal.
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: Call 706-542-8690 to register. If you are unable to attend the cooking class you registered for please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel to avoid being charged a class fee.
Ticket charge: $5-10
To obtain tickets: $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Call 706-542-8690 to register.
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center, Fontaine Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Tue. February 6, 2024, 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. February 7, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Tour at Two
Wed. February 7, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-02-07-
UMatter
Wed. February 7, 2024, 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM - Tate Rm. 141
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Fontaine Center
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. February 8, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
In Conversation: Kei Ito and Binh Danh
Thu. February 8, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Artists Kei Ito and Binh Danh will discuss their work in conjunction with Ito’s current exhibition, “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.” Both artists are at the forefront of artistic practice and thinking about war, intergenerational trauma, and reconciliation and renewal. The conversation will be moderated by director David Odo.
Event type: Discussion Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/
International Coffee Hour
Fri. February 9, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Mon. February 12, 2024, 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Alaina E. Roberts: "Black Slavery, Native Nations, and the Path to Reconciliation"
Mon. February 12, 2024, 12:30 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
Please join us for a talk by Dr. Alaina E. Roberts, Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh: "Black Slavery, Native Nations, and the Path to Reconciliation". Building on her first book's examination of Black life in the Chickasaw and Choctaw Nations, Dr. Roberts will discuss her burgeoning examination of what it might look like to delineate and confront the legacies of slavery in these two nations.
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2024/alaina
Cinema Signals- Bring It On
Tue. February 13, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM - MLC Rm. 148
Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV. We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the “red” and “green” flags of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.
Free Themed Snacks!
Event type: Discussion Host: Host: The Fontaine Center
Name: Bethany Hight
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Change Stress into Success
Wed. February 14, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Tour at Two
Wed. February 14, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-02-14-
Self Love Yoga
Wed. February 14, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Myers Quad
Give some love back to yourself on this day full of love! Join us for relaxing yoga/stretching with positive vibes. Everyone who attends will be given a self care item/treat to start off Valentines day!
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
Anthropology Day
Thu. February 15, 2024, 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM - Baldwin Hall: Front entrance (355 South Jackson Street)
We invite you to celebrate Anthropology Day, a day for Anthropologists to share their discipline with the world!
What is Anthropology? Anthropology is the study of humanity, and it is a broad field that seeks to understand the full scope of human diversity, both past and present. We hope you can stop by for interactive exhibitions such as forensics, underwater remote-operated vehicle demonstrations, and more!
Event type: Host: Department of Anthropology
More information: Mary Keilman, 7065423922, anthro@uga.edu, //anthropology.uga.edu/events/anthroday-2024
Book Talk - The Struggle for Change: Race and the Politics of Reconciliation in Modern Richmond
Thu. February 15, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
Join us for a book talk with alum Dr. Marvin Chiles, Assistant Professor of History at Old Dominion University. His book "The Struggle for Change: Race and the Politics of Reconciliation in Modern Richmond" is forthcoming in November, 2023 from the University of Virginia Press.
Event type: Discussion Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/book-t
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. February 15, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Yoga in the Galleries
Thu. February 15, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a free yoga class surrounded by works of art in the galleries. Led by instructors from Five Points Yoga, this program is free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Sanitized mats are provided. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/
Third Thursday
Thu. February 15, 2024, 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Athens’ established venues for visual art hold Third Thursday, an event devoted to art in the evening hours, on the third Thursday of every month from 6 until 9 p.m. to showcase their visual-arts programming. Full schedules and participants are posted at 3Thurs.org.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/
Atomic Age Film Series: “Children of Hiroshima”
Thu. February 15, 2024, 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a film series on the atomic age, presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.”
Commissioned by the Japan Teachers Union, “Children of Hiroshima” (1952) was based on first-person testimonies gathered by Japanese educator Arata Osada, collected in the 1951 book “Children of the Atomic Bomb.” The end of the postwar occupation of Japan by American forces allowed for works that addressed the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagaski.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/atomic-age-film-se
UGA Theatre: Hayavadana (Preview)
Thu. February 15, 2024, 08:00 PM - UGA Theatre
Two close friends find themselves entangled in a mystically complex love triangle with the beautiful Padmini. However, their world is turned upside down when a deity swaps their physical forms, leaving each man with the other’s head. What follows is a humorous and heartfelt exploration of identity, desire, and the intricacies of existence in Girish Karnad’s two-act Hayavadana.
Event type: Theatre Host: UGA Theatre
More information: Julie Ray, 706-542-8983, jaray@uga.edu, //www.ugatheatre.com/dates/2024/2/15/uga-the
International Coffee Hour
Fri. February 16, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Sun. February 18, 2024, 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/sunday-spotlight-t
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Tue. February 20, 2024, 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Taking Effective Notes
Tue. February 20, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Miller Learning Center, Room 207
In this workshop, students will learn to make conscious effort to listen, pay attention, and actively organize information from lectures and readings to solidify your understanding and master course content.
Event type: Lecture Host: Division of Academic Enhancement
More information: Erin Weston, erin.weston@uga.edu
Naloxone Training
Tue. February 20, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Miller Learning Center (MLC) Room 153
Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.
Event type: Health/AOD education Host: The Fontaine Center-University Health Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/save-a-life/
Change Stress into Success
Wed. February 21, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Curator Talk: “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything”
Wed. February 21, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join Shawnya Harris, deputy director of curatorial and academic affairs and curator of the exhibition, for a talk.
Event type: Discussion Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/curator-talk-richa
$5 Cooking Class - Homemade Pasta, Pesto, and Garlic Shrimp
Wed. February 21, 2024, 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM - University Health Center, Fontaine Center
Pasta Partners: Whole Wheat Pasta, Pesto, and Garlic Shrimp
We offer healthy cooking classes for UGA students that are fun, educational, and delicious. A registered dietitian will teach you the right balance between flavor and nutrition; and you will get the opportunity to practice healthy cooking techniques while enjoying a delicious meal.
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: Call 706-542-8690 to register. If you are unable to attend the cooking class you registered for please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel to avoid being charged a class fee.
Ticket charge: $5-10
To obtain tickets: $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Call 706-542-8690 to register.
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center, Fontaine Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
Jacquelyn Dowd Hall, “Writing a Way Home"
Thu. February 22, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
Join us February 22. Jacquelyn Dowd Hall will be presenting the talk: “Writing a Way Home: A Life in Southern and Women’s History.”
Catering by Big City Bread
Event type: Lecture Host: Laurie Kane
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/jacque
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. February 22, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Book Talk - "Curious Minds: The Power of Connection"
Thu. February 22, 2024, 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM - UGA Special Collections Library, #271 Auditorium
"CURIOUS MINDS: The Power of Connection"
Authors Philosopher Perry Zurn and Physicist Dani Bassett are identical twins who build on insights from their respective fields, as well as from neuroscience, history, education, network science, and art, to explore what it means to be curious and what role human connection plays in curiosity. This thought provoking book delves into the profound impact of human connection on our minds and lives.
Event type: Discussion Host: Andrea Horsman
More information: Andrea Horsman, 706-542-6074, ahorsman@uga.edu, //oibr.uga.edu/events/
Aralee Strange Lecture: Karyn Sandlos
Thu. February 22, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Karyn Sandlos, associate professor and head of art education at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, will deliver the 2024 Aralee Strange Lecture: “Learning from Loss: Pedagogies of Art, Creativity and Change.”
In this lecture, Dr. Sandlos will explore what happens when artistic responses to loss are brought to thinking about education and the public sphere. How do the creative processes we find in art and aesthetic experience become a resource for learning to live with loss?
Event type: Lecture Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/aralee-strange-lec
Morning Mindfulness
Fri. February 23, 2024, 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Georgia Museum of Art
Come rest and recharge in the galleries surrounded by inspiring art. Experienced mindfulness instructors lead guided meditations, gentle movements and slow-looking techniques. This program is free, stools are provided and no experience or special attire is needed. For more information email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/morning-mindfulnes
International Coffee Hour
Fri. February 23, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Substance Misuse Awareness Speaker
Mon. February 26, 2024, 05:15 PM - 06:30 PM - Tate Theatre, Tate Student Center
This event is meant for first year students to hear Palmer McCluskey, LPA, a former UGA student and member of Kappa Alpha Order speak on his experiences with substance misuse.
This event is limited to 500 students
This event is limited to First year students only
Event type: Discussion Host: Interfraternity Council
More information: Alec Stephens, alec.stephens@uga.edu
$5 Cooking Class - Morning Frittata and Lemon Blueberry Smoothie
Tue. February 27, 2024, 09:35 AM - 10:50 AM - University Health Center, Fontaine Center (Across from Vision Clinic)
Midterm Wake-Up: Morning Frittata and Lemon Blueberry Smoothie (Gluten-free, vegetarian)
We offer healthy cooking classes for UGA students that are fun, educational, and delicious. A registered dietitian will teach you the right balance between flavor and nutrition; and you will get the opportunity to practice healthy cooking techniques while enjoying a delicious meal.
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: Call 706-542-8690 to register. If you are unable to attend the cooking class you registered for please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel to avoid being charged a class fee.
Ticket charge: $5-10
To obtain tickets: $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Call 706-542-8690 to register.
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center, Fontaine Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
#BeWellUGA Fest
Tue. February 27, 2024, 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Ramsey Student Center
BeWellUGA Fest, presented by Well-being Resources, is the official expo of well-being offerings on campus! Connect with student groups and campus offerings, check out well-being demonstrations and activities, spend time with therapy dogs, and enjoy free food and giveaways.
Event type: Festival Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Wed. February 28, 2024, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Nutrition Lunch and Learn: Healthy Eating on the Go
Wed. February 28, 2024, 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM - MLC - Room 213
The Peer Nutrition Educators (PNEs) are presenting a free lunch and learn experience! Come learn how to build a healthy meal and grocery shopping tips that will help transform your approach to eating.
Free food is provided (first come, first serve) or bring your own lunch!
The PNEs are dietetics/ nutrition students who have been taught by the registered dietitians of Dining Services, University Health Center, and Foods and Nutrition Department in the College of FACS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Anthony Chiu, University Health Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. February 28, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Tour at Two
Wed. February 28, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/
Book Talk - The Struggle for Change: Race and the Politics of Reconciliation in Modern Richmond
Wed. February 28, 2024, 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
Save the date! Join us for a book talk with alum Dr. Marvin Chiles, Assistant Professor of History at Old Dominion University. His book The Struggle for Change: Race and the Politics of Reconciliation in Modern Richmond is forthcoming in November, 2023 from the University of Virginia Press.
Free and open to the public. We'll have pizza for attendees!
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/book-t
Dr. Wangui Muigai: "Better Babies: Black Infant Welfare in a Time of War"
Thu. February 29, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
Join us for a presentation by Dr. Wangui Muigai (Brandeis University), entitled "Better Babies: Black Infant Welfare in a Time of War" that will consider the racial politics, scientific theories, and community concerns that shaped Black experiences of infant death in the years surrounding World War I.
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2022/dr-wan
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. February 29, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
UMatter
Thu. February 29, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM - MLC Rm. 147
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Fontaine Center
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Student Night
Thu. February 29, 2024, 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join the Georgia Museum of Art Student Association for refreshments, door prizes and themed activities to celebrate the museum’s latest exhibitions, including “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun” and “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything.” Student Night is generously sponsored by the UGA Parents Leadership Council.
Event type: Reception Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/
Atomic Age Film series: “Godzilla”
Thu. February 29, 2024, 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a film series on the atomic age, presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.”
“Godzilla” (1954) is the original Japanese monster movie, but it also addresses themes of nuclear holocaust and nuclear weapons from Japan's perspective. NR, 96 min.
With an introduction from Chris Sieving, associate professor in UGA's Department of Theatre and Film Studies.
Event type: Film Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706- 247-0327, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/
Improv Athens Performance
Thu. February 29, 2024, 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Improv Athens is the resident improv comedy troupe at UGA and is completely run by humans from Earth. They do both short- and long-form improv, which they make intentionally funny as they understand this to be pleasing to other humans. Join the group for an improv show presented with the special exhibition “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything.”
Event type: Fine Arts Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/improv-athens-perf
International Coffee Hour
Fri. March 1, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Tour at Two
Wed. March 6, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-03-06-
Cannabis Roundtable
Wed. March 6, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - MLC Room 207
What is the difference between CBD and THC? Between Delta-8 and Delta-9? Learn this and more through a discussion-based roundtable that will give you a glimpse into what cannabis is, its effects, and relevant online and campus resources.
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center- The Fontaine Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/fontaine-center/
Art + Wellness Studio
Sun. March 10, 2024, 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Looking at, making and talking about art can offer a welcome respite. Studies show the therapeutic benefits of art can increase our sense of well-being and connection. Join art therapist Meg Abbot as we explore art in the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun” and create something wonderful together. Program is free but seats are limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to reserve a spot.
Reservation information: Program is free but seats are limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to reserve a spot.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/art-wellness-studi
Healthy Relationship Workshop
Tue. March 12, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Miller Learning Center Room 250
Explore relationship dynamics between roommates, friends, & romantic partners.
Learn About:
- Unhealthy communication patterns
- Practice healthy communication skills
- Discuss navigating relationship conflict
- Setting and respecting boundaries
- How to support a friend in an unhealthy relationship
This event is limited to 85 students
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center - The Fontaine Center
More information: Fontaine Center, 706-542-8690, asbrown@uhs.uga.edu
Healthy Relationship Workshop
Tue. March 12, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Miller Learning Center Room 250
Explore relationship dynamics between roommates, friends, & romantic partners.
Learn About:
- Unhealthy communication patterns
- Practice healthy communication skills
- Discuss navigating relationship conflict
- Setting and respecting boundaries
- How to support a friend in an unhealthy relationship
This event is limited to 85 students
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center - The Fontaine Center
More information: Fontaine Center, 706-542-8690, asbrown@uhs.uga.edu
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Wed. March 13, 2024, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. March 13, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
* To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Artful Conversation: Stephanie Jackson, “Bluest Eye”
Wed. March 13, 2024, 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Artful Conversation programs are 30 minutes long, focus on just one work of art and provide opportunities for close looking, open-ended dialogue and discovery. Join Callan Steinmann, head of education and curator of academic and public programs, for a conversation about Stephanie Jackson’s painting “Bluest Eye.”
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/artful-conversatio
Cinema Signals: Barbie
Wed. March 13, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM - MLC Rm. 350
Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV. We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the “red” and “green” flags of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.
Free Themed Snacks!
Event type: Discussion Host: Host: The Fontaine Center
Name: Bethany Hight
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
2024 African Studies Spring Lecture
Thu. March 14, 2024, 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM - UGA Chapel
In this presentation, Dr. Frank Gunderson will discuss the making of the film, Stories about Mlimani Park Orchestra. Active since 1978, the band Mlimani Park Orchestra (aka Sikinde) has been acclaimed as one of the greatest rhumba bands on the African continent. Three of the original twelve members are still in the group, and several other original members are currently active in bands in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Event type: Lecture Host: African Studies Institute
More information: Jazmin Pittman, 706-542-5314, asi@uga.edu, asi.uga.edu
$5 Cooking Class - Buffalo Chickpea Wrap, Elote Dip
Thu. March 14, 2024, 12:45 PM - 02:00 PM - University Health Center, Fontaine Center (Across the Vision Clinic)
Wrapped: Buffalo Chickpea Wrap, Elote Dip (Vegetarian)
We offer healthy cooking classes for UGA students that are fun, educational, and delicious. A registered dietitian will teach you the right balance between flavor and nutrition; and you will get the opportunity to practice healthy cooking techniques while enjoying a delicious meal.
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: Call 706-542-8690 to register. If you are unable to attend the cooking class you registered for please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel to avoid being charged a class fee.
Ticket charge: $5-10
To obtain tickets: $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Call 706-542-8690 to register.
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center, Fontaine Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. March 14, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
2024 African Studies Spring Lecture- FILM SCREENING
Thu. March 14, 2024, 06:30 PM - 09:00 PM - Zell B. Miller Learning Center, Room 148
(2023) "Beloved Youth of Many Days: Stories about Mlimani Park Orchestra"
Since their debut in 1978, critics have hailed Mlimani Park Orchestra as one of Africa’s greatest rhumba bands. The group recently received the 2022 Honorary Award from the Music in Africa Foundation, marking a monumental achievement in their long and storied history.
The film features rehearsal and performance footage, archival stills and interviews with band members, fans, producers, managers, media personalities.
This event is limited to 100 students
Event type: Film Host: This event is presented by the African Studies Institute, the Wilson Center of Humanities and Arts, and by the UGA Humanities Council as part of the UGA Humanities Festival.
More information: Jazmin Pittman, 706-542-5314, asi@uga.edu, asi.uga.edu
An Evening with Bad ATH Babes
Thu. March 14, 2024, 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
When audience members howl in recognition at an impression of the stereotypical male comedian, it's a sign that the time is right for a change in the local scene. That's just one of the reasons why Athens stand-up comics Allison Coleman and Meg Abbott formed Bad ATH Babes, a comedy showcase created expressly for women comedians. Join the Babes for a special show at the museum, presented in the exhibition "Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything."
Event type: Theatre Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/an-evening-with-ba
Morning Mindfulness
Fri. March 15, 2024, 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Georgia Museum of Art
Come rest and recharge in the galleries surrounded by inspiring art. Experienced mindfulness instructors lead guided meditations, gentle movements and slow-looking techniques. This program is free, stools are provided and no experience or special attire is needed. For more information email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/morning-mindfulnes
International Coffee Hour
Fri. March 15, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Pop Up Fitness: Cycle Rock n' Ride
Fri. March 15, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Ramsey Student Center
Enjoy this FREE rock-n-roll themed ride to all your favorite classic rock and alternative jams! This class will combine sprints, climbs, and choreography for a fun class that will be sure to get your heart rate up!
This event is limited to 33 students
Reservation information: https://shop.recsports.uga.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=39d7ddd0-6200-40a8-b283-61175bddc6f4&semesterId=9196f4c5-956f-4d6f-896c-ea39a86ed7d6
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
EECP Philosopher's Walk: Dramatic Diamorpha at Arabia Mountain
Sat. March 16, 2024, 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM - Arabia Mountain
3350 Klondike Road | Stonecrest, GA 30038
Join us for a fun hike finding diamorpha at Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve! Once each year a rare plant, diamorpha smallii, turns an eye-catching red before donning pure, white flowers. Although it is only a couple inches tall, this show-stopping plant blankets the mountain pools at Arabia with crimson. As we hike, our Naturalist will share fascinating insights about Arabia Mountain’s Natural History and the ecosystems that support diamorpha. Carpooling is available. Please register!
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1zBBDOD2y4s9ChE
Event type: Tour Host: Environmental Ethics Certificate Program - Allison Krausman
More information: Allison Krausman, 770-286-8687, eecp@uga.edu, //ced.uga.edu/eecp/news_and_events/
Drawing in the Galleries
Sat. March 16, 2024, 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Experience the pleasure of drawing in the museum’s galleries. This workshop is led by teaching artist Joel Rosenburg and provides drawing instruction, art supplies and enough space to spread out. Program is free but seats are limited; to reserve a spot email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
Reservation information: Program is free but seats are limited; to reserve a spot email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/drawing-in-the-gal
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Sun. March 17, 2024, 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/sunday-spotlight-t
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Mon. March 18, 2024, 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Lunchtime Time Machine: Why did elite mothers in Brazil not breastfeed their own children?
Tue. March 19, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
This installment of the Department of History’s undergraduate lecture series features Dr. Cassia Roth, who presents the question, "Why did elite mothers in Brazil not breastfeed their own children?"
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/luncht
UMatter
Tue. March 19, 2024, 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM - Tate Rm. 141
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Fontaine Center
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
EECP Seminar Series: Can Fashion be Sustainable?
Tue. March 19, 2024, 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM - Jackson Street Building, Room 125
285 S Jackson Street, Athens, GA 30602
Come explore how fashion cycles have changed over time and what problems have come out of Fast Fashion (disconnect of producer and consumer, overconsumption, pollution, exploitation, waste). Then learn about ways that sustainable fashion has been trying to tackle the problems using the example of Community: Slow Fashion, a sustainable regional supply chain, circular fashion, resale, swaps, and mending, while also mentioning the challenges and limitations associated with this.
Event type: Discussion Host: Environmental Ethics Certificate Program
More information: Allison Krausman, eecp@uga.edu, //ced.uga.edu/eecp/news_and_events/
Nutrition Lunch and Learn: the Buzz on Caffeine
Wed. March 20, 2024, 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM - MLC 213
Mary Lazarro, a nutrition masters student and dietetic intern, is presenting a free lunch and learn experience! Come learn more about caffeine, its effects, and the impacts it has on our body.
Free lunch is provided (first come, first serve) or bring your own lunch!
Mary Lazarro represents both the Nutrition Science department for the College of Family and Consumer Sciences, as well as the University Health Center.
Presentation is held at MLC 213 (near and down the hallway of Jittery Joes).
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Anthony Chiu, University Health Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. March 20, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Faculty Perspectives: Naomi Egel
Wed. March 20, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join Naomi Egel, assistant professor, Department of International Affairs in the School of Public and International Affairs at UGA, for a gallery program in the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.” Dr. Egel’s research focuses on the politics of arms control, nonproliferation and disarmament negotiations.
Event type: Discussion Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/faculty-perspectiv
Ace Your Tests and Final Exams
Wed. March 20, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Miller Learning Center, Room 207
In this workshop you will learn about self-care and develop strategies to prepare for tests and final exams.
Event type: Lecture Host: Division of Academic Enhancement
More information: Erin Weston, erin.weston@uga.edu
Spring 2024 Sustainability Certificate Information Session
Wed. March 20, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Miller Learning Center, Room 250
Session will provide overview of the Interdisciplinary Sustainability Certificate Program, which is open to undergraduate and graduate students.
Reservation information: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9B4M00SNtqcqOpg
Event type: Program Info Session Host: Sustainability Certificate
More information: Talley Vodicka, 7065420458, talleyv@uga.edu, //sustainability.uga.edu/certificate/about/
Talk Improv to Me!
Wed. March 20, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Tate Student Center Room 139
Yes, and let’s improve communication skills, strengthen social relationships, and learn how to better navigate day-to-day challenges.
This beginner-friendly, facilitator-led workshop explores the principles of improv to boost students’ interpersonal skills through improv exercises and supporting discussions.
Topics may include: rethinking conflict, healthy relationships, consent, coping strategies, leadership, upstander intervention strategies, and more!
This event is limited to 35 students
Reservation information: Involvement Network
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center - The Fontaine Center
More information: Fontaine Center, 706-542-8690, asbrown@uhs.uga.edu
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. March 21, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pag
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Yoga in the Galleries
Thu. March 21, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a free yoga class surrounded by works of art in the galleries. Led by instructors from Five Points Yoga, this program is free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Sanitized mats are provided. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
Reservation information: Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/yoga-in-the-galler
Third Thursday
Thu. March 21, 2024, 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Athens’ established venues for visual art hold Third Thursday, an event devoted to art in the evening hours, on the third Thursday of every month from 6 until 9 p.m. to showcase their visual-arts programming. Full schedules and participants are posted at 3Thurs.org.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/third-thursday-19/
International Coffee Hour
Fri. March 22, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Tue. March 26, 2024, 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
$5 Cooking Class - Beef Bulgogi Kimbap
Tue. March 26, 2024, 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM - University Health Center, Fontaine Center (Across from Vision Clinic)
Rollin': Beef Bulgogi Kimbap
We offer healthy cooking classes for UGA students that are fun, educational, and delicious. A registered dietitian will teach you the right balance between flavor and nutrition; and you will get the opportunity to practice healthy cooking techniques while enjoying a delicious meal.
This event is limited to 12 students
Reservation information: Call 706-542-8690 to register. If you are unable to attend the cooking class you registered for please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel to avoid being charged a class fee.
Ticket charge: $5-10
To obtain tickets: $5 per class for students who have paid the health fee or $10 for non-fees paid students. Call 706-542-8690 to register.
Event type: Demonstration Host: University Health Center, Fontaine Center
More information: Anthony Chiu, 770-542-8690, achiu@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/nutrition/kitchen/
Naloxone Training
Tue. March 26, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Tate Student Center- Room 142
Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.
Event type: Health/AOD Education Host: The Fontaine Center- University Health Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/save-a-life/
Cinema Signals: The Twilight Saga New Moon
Tue. March 26, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM - MLC Rm. 207
Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV. We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the “red” and “green” flags of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.
Free Themed Snacks!
Event type: Discussion Host: Host: The Fontaine Center
Name: Bethany Hight
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Change Stress into Success
Wed. March 27, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. March 28, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Artist Talk: Gregor Turk
Thu. March 28, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Known for his public art installations, ceramic sculpture, photography and mixed-media constructions, Gregor Turk often incorporates mapping, cultural signage and place into his artwork. For this presentation, he will discuss his “Welcome” installation of 77 security cameras in the museum’s lobby in the greater context of his three-decade practice. This project is supported in part by Athens Area Arts Council.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, 706-542-1817, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/artist-talk-gregor
International Coffee Hour
Fri. March 29, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
TEDxUGA 2024: Snapshot
Fri. March 29, 2024, 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM - This year, TEDxUGA will return to Athens’ legendary Morton Theatre. A landmark of the historic Hot Corner in downtown Athens, Morton Theatre is a popular venue choice for performing arts and special events thanks to its charmingly classic ambiance an
Join the University of Georgia for the 11th annual TEDxUGA. A snapshot captures a fleeting moment in its purest form, unfiltered and unrestrained. One snapshot is a single perspective, but when united with others, a gallery emerges. TEDxUGA 2024 will provide a lens into the gallery of ideas that exist within the University of Georgia community. Join us as we explore the candid experiences, groundbreaking research, and innovative scholarship that will frame the future.
Reservation information: Registration opens on February 1, 2024, at tedxuga.com/register.
Ticket charge: $15
To obtain tickets: tedxuga.com/register
Event type: Education (TED) Host: TEDxUGA
More information: Kyla Sterling, 706.521.3572, tedreg@uga.edu, tedxuga.com
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Wed. April 3, 2024, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Georgia Resiliency and Integrity Training (G.R.I.T)
Wed. April 3, 2024, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Memorial Hall Room 212
The Georgia Resiliency and Integrity Training (also known as G.R.I.T.), hosted by the University Judiciary and the Office of Student Conduct, helps students gain strategies to become more resilient and connects them with resources to be more involved on campus and beyond. This hour-long workshop will also help students with goal setting. At its conclusion, students will receive a scholarship, internship, and study away guide to help them in their future endeavors.
Reservation information: Students can register by using this link: https://outlook.office365.com/book/GRITSignUpBookingPage@groups.uga.edu/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Office of Student Conduct and University Judiciary
More information: Lauren Edwards, Edwards, l.edwards@uga.edu, //outlook.office365.com/book/GRITSignUpBooki
Change Stress into Success
Wed. April 3, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Curator Talk: Nancy Baker Cahill
Wed. April 3, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join Kathryn Hill, associate curator of modern and contemporary art, for a gallery talk in the exhibition “Nancy Baker Cahill: Through Lines.”
Event type: Lecture Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/curator-talk-nancy
Talk Improv to Me!
Wed. April 3, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Tate Student Center Room 139
Yes, and let’s improve communication skills, strengthen social relationships, and learn how to better navigate day-to-day challenges.
This beginner-friendly, facilitator-led workshop explores the principles of improv to boost students’ interpersonal skills through improv exercises and supporting discussions.
Topics may include: rethinking conflict, healthy relationships, consent, coping strategies, leadership, upstander intervention strategies, and more!
This event is limited to 35 students
Reservation information: Involvement Network
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center - The Fontaine Center
More information: Fontaine Center, 706-542-8690, asbrown@uhs.uga.edu
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. April 4, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Wellbeing: Caring for Yourself
Thu. April 4, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - https://zoom.us/j/96251680134
In this workshop, you will learn and practice simple, free tips to increase your overall wellbeing and decrease your stress level as you prepare to finish the semester strongly!
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Division of Academic Enhancement
More information: Erin Weston, erin.weston@uga.edu
International Coffee Hour
Fri. April 5, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Mon. April 8, 2024, 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
UMatter
Mon. April 8, 2024, 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM - MLC Rm. 253
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Fontaine Center
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Lunchtime Time Machine: How did oil wealth make the people of Iraq poorer?
Tue. April 9, 2024, 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM - 101 LeConte Hall
This installment of the Department of History’s undergraduate lecture series features Dr. Kevin Jones, who presents the question, "How did oil wealth make the people of Iraq poorer?"
Event type: Lecture Host: Department of History
More information: //history.uga.edu/events/content/2023/luncht
“This is Not Financial Advice”: Film Screening and Q&A with the Director
Tue. April 9, 2024, 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM - Tate Center Theater
https://www.fcs.uga.edu/aspireclinic/financial-literacy-well-being-week
Join us as we screen the newly released award-winning documentary, "THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE", which exposes the risks and rewards of today’s financial markets and raises awareness for students of a landscape that can be rife with FOMO, scams, and substandard financial advice.
The film screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the film’s co-director, Chris Temple, and a member of FINRA's New Investor Initiative team.
This event is limited to 500 students
Reservation information: Registration information will be available soon here: https://www.fcs.uga.edu/aspireclinic/financial-literacy-well-being-week
Event type: Film Host: ASPIRE Clinic; Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics; UGA Well-Being Resources
More information: ASPIRE Clinic, 706-542-4486, aspire@uga.edu
Cinema Signals: Easy A
Tue. April 9, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM - MLC Rm. 214
Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV. We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the “red” and “green” flags of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.
Free Themed Snacks!
Event type: Discussion Host: Host: The Fontaine Center
Name: Bethany Hight
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Financial Literacy Day on the Lawn
Wed. April 10, 2024, 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Myers Quad
Join the ASPIRE Clinic, Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics, and UGA Well-Being Resources on Myers Quad for an afternoon of fun, inflatables, music, food, and lots of great financial information and resources!
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: ASPIRE Clinic; Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics; and UGA Well-Being Resources
More information: ASPIRE Clinic, 706-542-4486, aspire@uga.edu, //www.fcs.uga.edu/aspireclinic/financial-lit
Change Stress into Success
Wed. April 10, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Student Spotlight Tour: Mary Alice Smith
Wed. April 10, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
In this gallery talk, curatorial intern Mary Alice Smith (’24) will discuss selected objects from the museum’s self-taught art collection. Student Spotlight tours offer a chance to learn about student research and discover more about the collection from a student’s point of view.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/student-spotlight-
Naloxone Training
Wed. April 10, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Tate Student Center- Room 142
Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.
Event type: Health/AOD Education Host: The Fontaine Center- University Health Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/save-a-life/
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. April 11, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
2024 Susette M. Talarico Lecture
Thu. April 11, 2024, 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM - Memorial Hall Ballroom
101 Sanford Drive
Athens, GA 30602
MacArthur “Genius Grant” Fellow and University of Chicago sociologist Dr. Reuben Miller is the author of ?Halfway Home: Race, Punishment, and the Afterlife of Mass Incarceration, a “persuasive and essential” (Dr. Matthew Desmond) book that offers a “stunning, and deeply painful reckoning with our nation’s carceral system” (Heather Ann Thompson).
Event type: Speaker Host: Presented by the Criminal Justice Studies Program and the Criminal Justice Society
More information: Caroline Bryson, 706-542-7079, caelch@uga.du, cjstudies.uga.edu/events/content/2024/susette-m-ta
EECP Seminar Series: Odum Environmental Ethics Lecture: Act of Restorative Kindness to the Earth
Thu. April 11, 2024, 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM - Jackson Street Building, Room 125
285 S Jackson Street, Athens, GA 30602
A discussion with Mary Reynolds, a bestselling author, inspirational speaker, occasional television presenter and founder of the global movement “We are the ARK”. The time for gardens as canvases for our creative pleasure is over. Everything must change and if we are to save the planet, then we must start with our own patches of it. It’s time to re-imagine our work as gardeners, to become leaders in the race to save our beautiful planet.
Event type: Discussion Host: Environmental Ethics Certificate Program
More information: Allison Krausman, eecp@uga.edu, //ced.uga.edu/eecp/news_and_events/
Congress Week: Former U.S. Representative Steve Driehaus and Former USG Chancellor Steve Wrigley
Thu. April 11, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM - University of Georgia's Special Collections Libraries Auditorium
300 S Hull Street, Athens, GA, 30605
Event parking is available in the Hull Street Parking Deck.
As part of the annual Congress Week celebration, the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies will host a panel event with Former U.S. Representative Steve Driehaus (D-OH) and Former USG Chancellor Steve Wrigley. They will engage in a lively discussion about empowering citizens and government in the areas of democracy, political engagement, and institutional resiliency. Light reception to follow. The event is free and open to the public.
Event type: Discussion Host: Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries
Co-sponsor: University of Georgia Washington Semester Program
More information: Ashton Ellett, 706-542-6793, ellettag@uga.edu, //www.libs.uga.edu/events/congress-week-form
UGA Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors
Thu. April 11, 2024, 08:00 PM - UGA Theatre
The cult-classic musical sensation Little Shop of Horrors comes to the Fine Arts Stage this Spring! With a toe-tapping score that blends 1960s rock with doo-wop, Ashman and Menken’s Little Shop of Horrors promises a frightfully funny time at the theater.
Event type: Theatre Host: UGA Theatre
More information: Julie Ray, 706-542-8983, jaray@uga.edu, //www.ugatheatre.com/dates/2023/8/3/uga-thea
Morning Mindfulness: Slow Art Day
Fri. April 12, 2024, 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a special Morning Mindfulness meditation as we celebrate Slow Art Day, an international movement promoting the practice of slow looking in art museums. Embark on a journey of introspection and artistic exploration as we cultivate presence and awareness amid the museum's collection.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/morning-mindfulnes
International Coffee Hour
Fri. April 12, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
Pop Up Fitness: Cycle Circuit
Fri. April 12, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Ramsey Student Center
This class will take place on and off the bike in the Cycle Studio (E) and Studio D, combining Cycle and circuit style HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). Give this class a try to increase your cardiorespiratory endurance while improving muscular strength, hope to see you there!
This event is limited to 33 students
Reservation information: https://shop.recsports.uga.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=14e17c05-675d-4b89-a86d-6728775cef24&semesterId=9196f4c5-956f-4d6f-896c-ea39a86ed7d6
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
Backlight Student Film Festival
Sat. April 13, 2024, 06:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Tate Student Center
The Backlight Student Film Festival is a two-day student short film festival that takes place every April at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA. Backlight is an emerging festival offering a variety of opportunities for students to develop their talent in the media entertainment industry through a networking mixer, red carpet, film screenings, industry panels, and an awards ceremony featuring industry professionals, film academics, and notable alumni of Georgia colleges and universities.
Event type: Film Host: Backlight Student Film Festival
More information: Aleesa de Castro, 4703311435, aleesa.de.castro@backlightfilmfestival.com, //backlightfilmfestival.com
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Sun. April 14, 2024, 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/sunday-spotlight-t
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Tue. April 16, 2024, 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. April 17, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Tour at Two
Wed. April 17, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-04-17-
UMatter
Wed. April 17, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM - MLC Rm. 253
Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!
For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Event type: Discussion Host: The Fontaine Center
More information: Bethany Hight, 706-542-8690, bhight@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. April 18, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Yoga in the Galleries
Thu. April 18, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join us for a free yoga class surrounded by works of art in the galleries. Led by instructors from Five Points Yoga, this program is free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Sanitized mats are provided. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
This event is limited to 30 students
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/yoga-in-the-galler
Third Thursday
Thu. April 18, 2024, 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Athens’ established venues for visual art hold Third Thursday, an event devoted to art in the evening hours, on the third Thursday of every month from 6 until 9 p.m. to showcase their visual-arts programming. Full schedules and participants are posted at 3Thurs.org.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/third-thursday-25/
International Coffee Hour
Fri. April 19, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
UGA Mentor Program Office Hours – MenTea Time
Wed. April 24, 2024, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, Career Center Basement Conference Room (located on the floor below the Disability Resource Center) OR virtually (Register on Handshake)
Join us at MenTea Time, UGA Mentor Program's office hours for current UGA Mentees hosted by the UGA Mentor Program. MenTea Time provides a supportive environment for UGA mentees to receive assistance with tasks such as navigating the UGA Mentor Program platform, discovering and connecting with mentors, and refining their communication with mentors. You'll have the opportunity to meet with UGA Mentor Program Staff and Ambassadors who will be available to address any questions you have.
Event type: Reception Host: UGA Mentor Program
More information: Camryn Chiu, 706-542-5387, camryn.chiu@uga.edu, mentor.uga.edu
Change Stress into Success
Wed. April 24, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
*To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home pa
Join us for this four-part rotating series on managing stress & anxiety. You will learn how to identify your own stress and anxiety as it arises, and explore some early warning signs, triggers, and ways of coping. Join for as many lessons as you would like – come to one or all. This workshop is led by graduate students/interns at CAPS.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
Tour at Two
Wed. April 24, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-04-24-
Cannabis Roundtable
Wed. April 24, 2024, 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM - MLC Room 248
What is the difference between CBD and THC? Between Delta-8 and Delta-9? Learn this and more through a discussion-based roundtable that will give you a glimpse into what cannabis is, its effects, and relevant online and campus resources.
Event type: Discussion Host: University Health Center-The Fontaine Center
More information: Gabby Buttry, 706-542-8690, gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu, //healthpromotion.uga.edu/fontaine-center/
Dawgs Dealing with It
Thu. April 25, 2024, 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM - Zoom (via Involvement Network: https://uga.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/healthcenter/events)
• To access the link, you will need to go on the Involvement Network site and login with your MyID information (top right-hand corner of the home page
This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at the University Health Center.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: University Health Center: Counseling & Psychiatric Services (CAPS)
More information: Jennifer Hester, 706-542-2273, jhester@uhs.uga.edu, //caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-program
International Coffee Hour
Fri. April 26, 2024, 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM - Victor K. Wilson Ballroom (Memorial Hall Ballroom)
Enjoy cultural cuisine, engaging activities, and great company at this weekly reception hosted by International Student Life and various campus and community partners. Come back each week to discover something new! Free admission and all are welcome!
Event type: Reception Host: International Student Life
More information: isl@uga.edu, //isl.uga.edu/international-coffee-hour/
EECP Philosopher's Walk: Thomas Farm Preserve
Sat. April 27, 2024, 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Thomas Farm Preserve
Watkinsville, GA 30621
Join us for a tour and development talk of the Thomas Farm Preserve. The City of Watkinsville is in the process of preserving the largest parcel of undeveloped land in the city, the 100-acre Thomas family farm.
The new park will be equal to more than 4.5 percent of the entire land area of Watkinsville, and more than doubles the city’s usable greenspace while preserving critical acres of wetlands designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Carpooling is available.
Reservation information: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6txTMbbY7cMooHc
Event type: Tour Host: Environmental Ethics Certificate Program - Allison Krausman
More information: Allison Krausman, eecp@uga.edu, //ced.uga.edu/eecp/news_and_events/
8th Annual Pop-Up Artist Market
Sat. April 27, 2024, 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM - Stan Mullins Art Studio
650 Pulaski Street
Athens, GA 30605 United States
The Georgia Museum of Art’s Student Association hosts its 8th annual gallery and artist market event at Stan Mullins’ Art Studio. Drop by 650 Pulaski Street to check out a variety of art and handmade goods by student and community artists. Rain or shine. This program is generously sponsored by the UGA Parents Leadership Council.
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/8th-annual-pop-up-
Study Break at the Museum
Tue. April 30, 2024, 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Need a break from studying for final exams? Students are invited to stop by the museum on Reading Day to participate in one of our art and wellness programs or take a pause and enjoy some art in the galleries at their own pace. This program is presented in partnership with UGA’s Office of Student Care and Outreach and sponsored by the UGA Parents Leadership Council. (Full schedule to come.)
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/study-break-at-the
Take a Break by the Lake: Yoga
Tue. April 30, 2024, 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM - Lake Herrick Pavilion
Join Rec Sports for a little Reading Day relaxation at Lake Herrick. Instructors will lead participants through a free outdoor yoga class to help de-stress and focus for finals. Please bring a mat or towel.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
Finals Free Week
Wed. May 1, 2024, 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM - Ramsey Student Center
De-stress with movement! Join Rec Sports for 60+ free fitness classes on the Unlimited Group Fitness schedule starting May 1st until May 7th. No pre-registration required.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Recreational Sports
More information: 706-542-5060, recsports@uga.edu
Tour at Two
Wed. May 1, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-05-01-
Artful Conversation: John F. Peto, “Old Time Letter Rack”
Wed. May 8, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Artful Conversation programs are 30 minutes long, focus on just one work of art and provide opportunities for close-looking, open-ended dialogue and discovery. Join Mallory Lind, associate curator of education, for a conversation about John F. Peto’s “Old Time Letter Rack” (on loan from the Terra Foundation for American Art).
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/artful-conversatio
Morning Mindfulness
Fri. May 10, 2024, 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Georgia Museum of Art
Come rest and recharge in the galleries surrounded by inspiring art. Experienced mindfulness instructors lead guided meditations, gentle movements and slow-looking techniques. This program is free, stools are provided and no experience or special attire is needed. For more information email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
Event type: Personal Enrichment Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/morning-mindfulnes
Cyanotype Workshop
Sat. May 11, 2024, 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
Join artist Kristen Bach from Treehouse Kid and Craft to experiment with sun-exposure printing. Discover the magic of capturing images using the sun’s UV rays in this hands-on experience inspired by Kei Ito’s cameraless photographic prints. Participants will be introduced to alternative photographic techniques and guided through the creation of their own unique designs on light-sensitive paper. Program is free but space is limited.
Reservation information: To reserve a spot email gmoa-tours@uga.edu
Event type: Art Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/cyanotype-workshop
Tour at Two
Wed. May 15, 2024, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM - Georgia Museum of Art
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Event type: Tour Host: Georgia Museum of Art
More information: Hillary Brown, hazbrown@uga.edu, //georgiamuseum.org/event/tour-at-two-05-15-
