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Wed., August 7, 2013 1:00am

New FVSU President: HBCUs Must Change

Incoming Fort Valley State University President Ivelaw Griffith says historically black colleges and universities need to broaden their focus.

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Tue., August 6, 2013 12:18pm

Universities Get Creative With Space

A new study suggests University System of Georgia officials will be taking a closer look at funding requests for new buildings. The study highlights how much time classrooms are sitting empty at the state's 31 public college and universities. Campuses are using the study to consider alternatives to new construction.

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Tue., August 6, 2013 2:40am

A Conversation With UGA's New Top 'Dawg

Barely a month into his tenure as president of the University of Georgia, Jere Morehead suspects he already knows his fundraising acumen will be the measure of his success in the position. Morehead talked about the importance of UGA's upcoming comprehensive campaign and other issues in a wide-ranging exclusive interview with GPB last week, including economic development the rising cost of college.

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Thu., July 4, 2013 6:32am

Skidaway-UGA Merger Complete

The state's 46-year-old marine sciences research center near Savannah is now part of the University of Georgia. Campus officials say the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography has completed a merger that places it under UGA's administration after operating independently within the University System of Georgia for years.

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Mon., July 1, 2013 5:00am

UGA President Adams Retires

University of Georgia President Michael Adams is leaving office after 16 years of service, clearing the way for President-elect Jere Morehead to officially begin in his new role. Morehead, who previously served as provost and vice president of academic affairs, is set to take office Monday.

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Mon., July 1, 2013 12:30am

New Era For The State Archives

The state archives is now under the control of the University System of Georgia. It was transferred from under the Secretary of State’s office after budget cuts reduced staff.

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Mon., May 27, 2013 7:00am

University Classrooms Often Empty

A two-year study by the University System of Georgia shows classrooms are empty during most of the week. At most schools, the results show capacity for additional courses and for some bigger classes. System administrators say each school in the system has individual characteristics that affect utilization.

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Mon., May 6, 2013 5:00am

Renovations Not Approved At Azziz's Home

A spokesman for the Georgia Board of Regents says the board has not approved any renovation work done at the president's home at Georgia Regents University in several years. But a variety of renovations completed since June 2010 amount to about $284,000.

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Thu., April 18, 2013 5:55am

Wormsloe Foundation Gives UGA 15 Acres

The University of Georgia is set to acquire nearly 15½ acres from the Wormsloe Foundation near Savannah. The Board of Regents voted Wednesday to accept the gift, which will be used for research.

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Mon., April 1, 2013 9:37am

State Archives Closer To University System

As part of a long-term plan to keep the State Archives open, the General Assembly has approved transferring the research and records facility from the Secretary of State’s office to the University System of Georgia.

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