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‘Toothless’ compulsory voting can increase voter turnout

Jul 2025

‘Toothless’ compulsory voting can increase voter turnout

New study highlights the surprising power of unenforced laws to boost democratic participation.

40 Under 40 Class of 2025

Jul 2025

40 Under 40 Class of 2025

40 Under 40 celebrates young alumni leading the pack in their industries and communities. UGA’s 40 Under 40 celebrates young alumni leading the pack in their industries and communities. Their

Jun 2025

Introducing Ryan Powers – Director of the Benson-Bertsch Center

The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia is proud to announce that Ryan Powers has been appointed the new Director of the Benson-Bertsch Center for

SPIA Maintains Top-Ten Ranking for Over Two Decades

Apr 2025

SPIA Maintains Top-Ten Ranking for Over Two Decades

The University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) has once again earned recognition among the nation’s best, tying for seventh in the 2025 U.S. News & World

Introducing SPIA’s New Political Analytics Track

Mar 2025

Introducing SPIA’s New Political Analytics Track

The School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at the University of Georgia is excited to announce the launch of the new Political Analytics track within the Master of Arts

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Innovative Classrooms, Lasting Impact: Active Learning at UGA’s School of Public and International Affairs

Mar 2025

Innovative Classrooms, Lasting Impact: Active Learning at UGA’s School of Public and International Affairs

by Caroline Paczkowski At the University of Georgia, a new wave of teaching is redefining the classroom experience. Professors are setting aside traditional lectures to embrace active learning, an approach

MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlight: Casey Dungan

Nov 2025

MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlight: Casey Dungan

The UGA MPA program has been preparing leaders who make a difference for 60 years. Through the UGA MPA program, Casey Dungan (MPA ’00) developed a deep understanding of how

MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlight: Carla Williams

Nov 2025

MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlight: Carla Williams

For 60 years, our MPA graduates have dedicated their careers to serving others and driving positive change. In honor of the program’s 60th anniversary, we’re highlighting outstanding alumni who have

MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlight: J. Allen Joines

Nov 2025

MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlight: J. Allen Joines

For 60 years, our MPA graduates have been leading with purpose and making a difference in their communities. As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the MPA program at UGA,

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Nov 13
CITS Global Decisions Series: Matt Fuhrmann

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Nov 17
MIP Information Session Webinar

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Nov 17
2025 Ramsey Lecture with Ryan Prior

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM