When Ava Gilbert first began learning American Sign Language, it wasn’t for a class or a credit—it was for connection. Her journey started in high school, inspired by a friend
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Dec 2025
The Politics of Perception: How Women’s Inclusion Shapes Trust in Government
In 1992, Senator Dianne Feinstein famously quipped, “Two percent may be good enough for milk, but it is not good enough for the United States Senate.” Her words captured a
Nov 2025
SPIA selected for national Service to Service initiative
The University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs has been selected to join the Service to Service initiative. This program, sponsored by the Volcker Alliance and We the
Sep 2025
This week, faculty and students from the University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) are making a powerful impact at the 2025 American Political Science Association (APSA)
Aug 2025
UGA center named for prominent alumnus, faculty member
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 Security.
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
Apr 2025
SPIA and Franklin College Launch Joint Applied History Certificate to Train Future Policymakers
The University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) and the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences are excited to announce the launch of a new joint Applied
Mar 2025
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
Sep 2024
A Pathway to Success with Data Analytics in Public Policy
Sophie Radke, a senior at the University of Georgia, is charting a remarkable course through her studies in International Affairs, complemented by a minor in International Human Rights Security and
Jul 2024
2024 UGA 40 under 40 includes eight SPIA Alumni
On July 17, 2024 the University of Georgia announced the 2024 40 Under 40 honorees. The winners include 8 graduates with SPIA degrees. 40 Under 40 celebrates young alumni leading
