Your gift to SPIA is an investment in public service and the people who make it possible. Every contribution strengthens student opportunities, advances impactful research, and supports work that serves communities in Georgia and beyond. Together, our donors help ensure SPIA remains a place where ideas become action and leadership begins.
Thanks to your incredible support, in fiscal year 2025 we raised more than $6 million—a clear reflection of what SPIA friends and families can accomplish together. Every dollar has helped expand opportunities for students and support their paths forward. Together, we’ve made possible experiences that would not have happened otherwise—enabling students to pursue their passions, take on new challenges, and acquire new skills and knowledge. Your generosity is more than a gift; it will have a lasting impact on the lives and work of our students for years to come.
Thanks to your incredible support, in fiscal year 2025 we raised more than $6 million—a clear reflection of what SPIA friends and families can accomplish together. Every dollar has helped expand opportunities for students and support their paths forward. Together, we’ve made possible experiences that would not have happened otherwise—enabling students to pursue their passions, take on new challenges, and acquire new skills and knowledge. Your generosity is more than a gift; it will have a lasting impact on the lives and work of our students for years to come.
Department Contact
School of Public & International Affairs
Senior Director of Development & Alumni Relations
110 E. Clayton Street; Office 0506; Athens, GA 30602
Office: 706-542-9661
Apr 2026
SPIA Ranked Among Top Public Affairs Schools
The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia continues to rank among the leading institutions for public service education, earning top marks in both national and
Apr 2026
Leadership Rooted in Service: The Kemps’ Enduring Impact on Georgia
Public service is more than a profession. It is a calling. It demands courage in moments of uncertainty, clarity in times of crisis, and a belief that leadership is about
Apr 2026
Reta Jo Lewis: A Life of Purpose, A Legacy of Service
When Reta Jo Lewis (AB ’75) stepped onto the University of Georgia campus in the 1970s, she was one of only 500 Black students. Her journey to UGA and SPIA
Apr 2026
Alumni Impact Award: Ted Pestorius
When Ted Pestorius (MPA ’15) found himself weighing a major career opportunity, he turned to someone who knew how to navigate uncharted waters—his father, Mike, a retired U.S. Navy submarine
MPA Program Informational Webinar
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
2026 George S. Parthemos Lecture
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
