Created at the start of the twenty-first century, SPIA was conceived as “a new school for a new millennium,” designed to enhance civic engagement, public leadership, scholarship on political institutions and policy, and effective governance.
Julie Smith (AB ’00) helps remove financial barriers for students.
“I never want finances to be a barrier for a student trying to pursue an opportunity while at UGA, whether it’s study abroad or an internship.”
Home to the School of Public and International Affairs, Candler Hall sits on the edge of the famed Herty Field. Once a dormitory, Candler has a rich history filled with stories dating back to 1901. In 2003, Candler Hall underwent extensive renovations, restoring its historic features.
The $3.5M NIH project will see if cannabis substitutes for traditional pain meds A team of researchers at the University of Georgia will study how legalized medical cannabis affects people living
Molly Berkemeier PhD, Texas A&M University Assistant Professor of International Affairs International Relations/Nuclear Non-proliferation Roberto Felix Carlos PhD, University of Chicago Assistant Professor of Political Science Political Behavior/Identity Politics/Public Opinion/Immigration
By Shelby Steuart While vaccination rates are at or above 90% for most early childhood vaccines, adolescent and young adult rates remain low and varied. The Center for Disease Control
Alexis Boss is a senior at UGA, double majoring in international affairs and political science. Her experience with the SPIA Emerging Leaders program has opened her eyes to the importance
Elizabeth Griffin graduated in 2019 from SPIA with two bachelor’s degrees in political science and international affairs. From there, she jumped straight into her master’s program in public administration at
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