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The Latest News from SPIA
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
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
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
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 7
SPIA Coffee Hour – UGA Families Weekend
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Nov 13
CITS Global Decisions Series: Matt Fuhrmann
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Nov 17
2025 Ramsey Lecture with Ryan Prior
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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