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2026 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Mar 2026
On February 25, 2026, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the fourteenth annual Georgia Legislative Outlook, which featured a discussion between Senator Harold Jones II and Representative Carolyn Hugley,
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25th Anniversary Historical Photo Gallery
Mar 2026
These images offer a visual record of SPIA’s evolution—capturing the people, places, and moments that shaped the school over time. From early classrooms and campus spaces to milestone events, gatherings,
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Jan 2026
On January 23, 2026, SPIA hosted Declaration Day, a celebration the 250th anniversary of the creation and signing of the Declaration of Independence. The centerpiece of Declaration Day was an
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3rd Annual Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
Oct 2025
On October 22, the University of Georgia School of Public and International Affairs hosted Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware) and Senator Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) for the third annual Johnny Isakson
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40 Under 40 Panel with Students
Sep 2025
On September 5th 2025, SPIA 40 Under 40 honorees held a panel with the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) Ambassadors.
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Aug 2025
The UGA School of Public and International Affair’s Department of Public Administration and Policy hosted an event for alumni in Seoul, South Korea, in July, celebrating the impact SPIA has
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Benson-Bertsch Center for International Trade and Security Naming Ceremony
May 2025
The University of Georgia’s Center for International Trade and Security, a global leader in strategic trade and international security education, has been named the Benson-Bertsch Center for International Trade and
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2025 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
Apr 2025
On April 15, 2025, General Paul M. Nakasone, Former Commander, U.S. Cyber Command and Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security Service, delivered the annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability to
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A Conversation with Former Governors
Mar 2025
Online photo gallery blurb: On March 13, 2025, the University of West Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology and the University of Georgia’s School of Public & International Affairs hosted “A
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Mar 2025
On March 12, 2025, Dr. Sarah Binder delivered the 37th annual George S. Parthemos Lecture entitled “Legislating in Partisan Times.
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2025 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Mar 2025
On February 24, 2025, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the thirteenth annual Georgia Legislative Outlook, which featured a discussion between Lieutenant Governor of Georgia Burt Jones and Dr.
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Reception for Fall 2024 Graduates
Dec 2024
The UGA School of Public and International Affairs celebrated its Fall 2024 graduates with a reception for graduates and their loved ones on Friday, December 13, 2024.
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Dec 2024
On November 18, 2024, the Women of SPIA held a lunch for students which featured a conversation with Deborah Roberts and Joan Carr, moderated by Dr. Audrey Haynes. Students learned
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2024 Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
Nov 2024
The 2nd annual Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility was held on Monday, November 18, 2024. The event featured a discussion between former U.S. Senators Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND) and Saxby
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Security Leadership Program 20th Anniversary Celebration
Oct 2024
On Friday, September 19, 2024, SPIA’s Center for International Trade and Security celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Richard B. Russell Security Leadership Program with panels and lectures featuring SPIA
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2024 SPIA Alumni & Friends Reception in DC
Oct 2024
On Wednesday, October 8, 2024, the School of Public and International Affairs and Dean Matthew Auer hosted the annual SPIA Alumni & Friends Reception in Washington D.C. Over 100 SPIA
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Sep 2024
On Friday, September 20, 2024, the American Founding Group and the School of Public and International Affairs hosted a celebration of Constitution Day. The centerpiece of these festivities was a
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Aug 2024
The School of Public and International Affairs hosted a reception for SPIA alumni and friends on July 30, 2024 at the Isle of Hope home of SPIA faculty member Dr.
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2024 SPIA Undergraduate Research Colloquium
Apr 2024
On Friday, April 29, 2024, the School of Public and International Affairs hosted its annual Undergraduate Research Colloquium, an exhibition of undergraduate research achievements across the School. Approximately 70 undergraduate
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2024 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
Mar 2024
On March 19, 2024, Christopher A. Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, delivered the annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability to a full audience at the historic chapel
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2024 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Mar 2024
On February 28, 2024, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the twelfth annual Georgia Legislative Outlook, which featured a discussion between First Lady of Georgia Marty Kemp and Dr.
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Dec 2023
On December 15, 2023, SPIA hosted a celebration for all our Fall 2023 graduates. Students, families, faculty, and staff gathered together to say SPIA later to our new alumni.
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2023 Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
Nov 2023
On Nov. 10, the University of Georgia School of Public and International Affairs hosted Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and former Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO) for the inaugural Johnny Isakson Symposium
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Nov 2023
On Wednesday, October 25, 2023, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the 2023 Federal Policy Outlook, which featured a discussion between Rep. Buddy Carter and Rep. Lucy McBath moderated
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Sep 2023
On Friday, September 15, 2023, the American Founding Group and the School of Public and International Affairs hosted a celebration of Constitution Day. The centerpiece of these festivities was a
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2023 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2023
On February 7, 2023, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the 2023 Georgia Legislative Outlook which featured a discussion on the current legislative session between Speaker of the Georgia
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2022 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
Nov 2022
On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, Tristan Leavitt, Member of the Merit Systems Protection Board delivered the 2022 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability. The Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability, an annual
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2022 Alumni & Friends Reception in DC (Fall)
Nov 2022
On Tuesday, October 25, 2022, the School of Public and International Affairs and Dean Matthew Auer hosted the annual SPIA Alumni & Friends Reception in Washington D.C. at Dentons US
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Sep 2022
On Friday, September 16, 2022, the American Founding Group and the School of Public and International Affairs hosted a celebration of Constitution Day. The centerpiece of these festivities was a
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2022 SPIA 40 Under 40 Honoree Panel Discussion
Sep 2022
On Friday, September 9, 2022, SPIA hosted a panel discussion with our 2022 40 Under 40 honorees. The panelists shared insights about how they have achieved success after college with
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2022 SPIA Federal Policy Outlook with Melanee Farrah
Jul 2022
On Monday, July 18, 2022, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the final installment of the 2022 Federal Policy Outlook series which featured a discussion between Dr. Charles S.
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2022 SPIA Federal Policy Outlook with Jason Lawrence
Jun 2022
On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the first installment of the 2022-23 Federal Policy Outlook series which featured a discussion between Dean Matthew R.
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2022 SPIA Alumni & Friends Reception in DC (Spring)
May 2022
On Wednesday, April 27, 2022, the School of Public and International Affairs and Dean Matthew Auer hosted the annual SPIA Alumni & Friends Reception in Washington D.C. This year’s event
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2022 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2022
On February 1, 2022, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the 2022 Georgia Legislative Outlook which featured a discussion on the current legislative session between Speaker of the Georgia
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2021-2022 Alumni Speaker Series: Crime, Politics & Policy
Aug 2021
On August 25, 2021, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the first installment of the 2021-2022 Alumni Speaker Series at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. The event titled “Crime, Politics,
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2021-2022 SPIA FEDERAL POLICY OUTLOOK – SEN. WARNOCK
Aug 2021
On August 4, 2021, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the second event in the 2021-2022 Federal Policy Outlook Series which featured a discussion between Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock
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2021-2022 SPIA Federal Policy Outlook – Rep. Ferguson
Aug 2021
On June 29, 2021, the SPIA Alumni Board of Directors hosted the inaugural Federal Policy Outlook Series which featured a discussion between Rep. Drew Ferguson and Dr. Charles S. Bullock
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2020 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
Mar 2020
On March 4th, 2020 the Founder of the Volcker Alliance, Shelley Metzenbaum, gave a lecture on government accountability titled: “Accountability: What Does It Mean, Constructively Managing It, and Avoiding the
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2020 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2020
The 2020 Georgia Legislative Outlook event, hosted at Troutman Sanders LLP on February 11, 2020, featured a discussion between Governor Brian P. Kemp and Dr. Charles S. Bullock III.
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Jan 2020
On January 29, 2020 SPIA brought together students, alumni, employers, and friends of SPIA for a night of networking at Wall & Broad in downtown Athens.
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Nov 2019
“The Present and Future of National Intelligence”, an evening with the Hon. James R. Clapper, Former Director of National Intelligence and Loch K. Johnson, University of Georgia Regents Professor Emeritus
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2019 Georgia Students for Public Administration Banquet
May 2019
2019 GSPA Banquet On Friday, April 26 UGA Georgia Students for Public Administration (GSPA) held their annual banquet. Students, faculty, and staff came together for this wonderful occasion. There was
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2019 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability with Comptroller General Gene Dodaro
Apr 2019
On March 25th, 2019 the Comptroller General of the United States, Gene Dodaro, gave a lecture on government Accountability titled: The Many Dimensions of Accountability: GAO’s Mission for Congress and
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2019 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2019
The 2019 Georgia Legislative Outlook event, hosted at Troutman Sanders LLP on February 13, 2019, featured a discussion between Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston and Dr.
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Public Administration & Policy Spring Service Day 2018
Mar 2018
On March 23rd and March 24th MPA students, PhD students, and Public Administration faculty volunteered around Athens at some local nonprofits. Students and faculty helped put the finishing touches on
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Nov 2017
We had 15 MPA students, staff, and faculty volunteer their Friday to help rebuild two homes for Habitat for Humanity. Students were painting, cutting and laying tile, cleaning, and landscaping.
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Aug 2017
On August 7th and August 8th UGA’s Department of Public Administration and Policy welcomed our Fall 2017 incoming class through their orientation called Socialization. Students had the opportunity to hear
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Jun 2017
From June 12 -24, CITS hosted a group of visiting government officials from Pakistan, India and China. The fellows, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, spent two weeks in
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Jun 2017
On June 13, 2017 alumni, students, legislators, faculty, and staff celebrated the dedication of the new annex to Baldwin Hall. We are so grateful for the hard work of legislators and
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Jun 2017
CITS researchers were in Naivasha, Kenya co-hosting a proliferation awareness seminar (May 8 – 11) in cooperation with the government of Kenya. The event, sponsored by the U.S. Export Control and
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Jun 2017
The Center for International Trade and Security was in Panama City, Panama on May 31st – June 1st to lead a legislative implementation workshop. The workshop, sponsored by the Export Control
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2017 Seoul Case Study Program for MPA Students
Jun 2017
MPA Students spent a week in Seoul, South Korea with other masters students from around the world to learn more from the University of Seoul and Seoul Metropolitan Government regarding city
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May 2017
A celebration honoring students inducted into the Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society for Public Administration
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Apr 2017
On April 21, 2017, the third annual SPIA Networking Night was hosted at the Holiday Inn in Athens, GA. There were over 250 alumni, faculty, students, and organizations in attendance.
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Visiting Practitioners Symposium
Apr 2017
On April 21, 2017, leading experts from across the nation to participated in a series of panel discussions on the latest trends, challenges and opportunities facing the practice of politics.
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Political Science 75th Anniversary Celebration
Apr 2017
On Saturday, April 22, the Political Science 75th Anniversary Celebration was held at the Athens Country Club. The dinner program showcased Political Science Alumni Through the Ages. Panelists included: Ms.
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2017 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
Apr 2017
The 2017 Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability was presented by Charles H. Ramsey at the UGA Chapel on Wednesday April 12, 2017. Charles H. Ramsey is the former Commissioner of
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2017 Georgia Students for Public Administration Banquet
Apr 2017
Dr. Kellough presented the PhD Student of the Year to Megan LePere-Schloop, who will be an assistant professor at Indiana University in the fall, as well as the MPA Student of
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2017 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2017
The 2017 Georgia Legislative Outlook event, hosted at Troutman Sanders LLP on January 31, 2017, featured a discussion between Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston and Dr.
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Dec 2016
On December 5, 2016 the SPIA Alumni Board hosted an evening reception during the 30th Biennial Legislative Institute. The Biennial Institute, hosted by the Carl Vinson Institute of Government, provides
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Nov 2016
On November 16, 2016, the School of Public and International Affairs hosted its annual reception and program for alumni and friends in Washington DC. The event’s program featured a post-election
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Sep 2016
On September 16, 2016, the American Founding Group, the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), and the UGA Law School hosted a celebration of Constitution Day. The centerpiece of these
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Political Science 75th Anniversary Kickoff Reception
Sep 2016
On September 14, 2016, the Department of Political Science kicked off its 75th anniversary year with a reception at Nelson Mullins law firm in Atlantic Station overlooking the Atlanta skyline.
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2016 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Mar 2016
The 2016 Georgia Legislative Outlook event, hosted at Troutman Sanders LLP on March 17, 2016, featured a discussion between Lieutenant Governor of Georgia Casey Cagle and Dr. Charles S. Bullock III.
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2016 Separation Powers Conference
Feb 2016
The Department of Political Science held a Separation of Powers Conference at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education February 19-20, 2016. This conference brought together prominent and emerging scholars from the
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Jun 2015
Nine students from the University of Georgia traveled to Seoul, South Korea to study the innovative ways that the Seoul Metropolitan Government is implementing urban policy. The students spent a
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First Annual NASPAA Policy Competition
Mar 2015
NASPAA held their first annual student simulation competition, hosted by the Department of Public Administration and Policy, on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at the MLC. The competition took place simultaneously
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Nov 2014
On October 29, 2014, SPIA hosted the annual DC Alumni Reception at McKenna, Long & Aldridge.
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Oct 2014
The Department of Public Administration and Policy’s Doctoral students hosted their annual cookout on Saturday, October 18, 2014. The event took place at Sandy Creek Park. PhD students, faculty and
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George S. Parthemos Lecture 2014
Oct 2014
The annual George S. Parthemos Lecture took place on October 15, 2014 in the Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries. Dr. David Mayhew, the Sterling Professor of Political Science at
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Jul 2014
The University of Georgia School of Public and International Affairs held the 31st Annual Meeting of the Society for Political Methodology on July 24-26 at the Georgia Center for Continuing
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2014 SPIA Commencement Ceremony
May 2014
On May 9th, over 150 students took the stage to graduate at SPIA’s 2014 Commencement Ceremony. Student speaker, Victoria Barker, spoke about the profound impact SPIA has had on her
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The Center for International Trade and Security in action
Mar 2014
CITS puts great emphasis on it mission-critical education and training programs conducted at the University of Georgia and at many other locations, worldwide. Here’s a brief look at some of
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Oak Ridge National Laboratory Trip
Mar 2014
In March 2014, fifteen students from the Masters of International Policy and Doctorate in International Affairs programs, accompanied by the director and staff of the Center for International Trade and
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Feb 2014
Spring arrives early here at UGA. We start wear sandals in January, shorts and t-shirts in February and you can catch us walking barefoot through the grass on North Campus
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It’s pretty quiet here… except on Saturdays
Feb 2014
Some would say that fall is the best time of year at UGA. And they’d be 30% right. Spring and summer are great, too. Maybe it’s the smell of coffee
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SPIA’s 2014 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2014
The School wishes to thank the Alumni Board, the many sponsors, Dr. Bullock, students and staff who made the 2014 Legislative Outlook such a success. Our special thanks to Governor
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Jan 2014
Get an inside look at our programs in China, Ireland/Northern Ireland, England, Scotland, South Africa, and Italy!
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Jan 2014
Maymester China provides an opportunity for students to learn first-hand about a society very different from our own, but in many ways very familiar. 2016 participants, an information session will
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2013 Georgia Legislative Outlook
Feb 2013
The inaugural Georgia Legislative Outlook event in 2013 featured a discussion between Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston and President Pro Tempore of the Georgia State Senate David
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