Created in 2001, the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) boasts award-winning faculty and students, and is consistently ranked among the top 10 public affairs graduate schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. We seek to recognize our past achievements, but we also look to the challenges of the future. SPIA contributes to a better world through cutting-edge research on domestic and international policy and politics, and through teaching and mentoring the next generation of leaders in public service. Private funding is essential to sustain a high level of educational excellence at SPIA. We ask our proud alumni, donors and friends to contribute to SPIA in support of our outstanding educational and research efforts.
To sustain innovative academic programs for the next generation, SPIA relies heavily on the support of private donors. Your gifts provide direct support for students and faculty, programs and research, and facilities that advance our mission. Every gift and commitment of support has an immediate and lasting impact! There are a number of ways to make a financial gift to the School.
- If you would like to commemorate Emeritus Dean Tom Lauth‘s life and legacy by making a gift in his honor, donations may be directed to the Thomas P. and M. Jean Lauth Graduate Fellowship Fund which provides private support to enhance a state-funded graduate assistantship at SPIA.
SUPPORT THE SPIA GENERAL FUND
SPIA General Fund: General gifts make a difference in the student experience offering immediate support for student organizations, student-centered events, and special lectures.
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SUPPORT A DEPARTMENT OR CENTER
- International Affairs Department Fund
Benefits the International Affairs Department within the School of Public and International Affairs; includes equipment, graduate student stipends, supplies and books, travel and events.
Make a Gift » - Political Science Department Fund
Supports the Political Science Department within the School of Public and International Affairs; includes equipment, graduate school stipends and supplies
Make a Gift » - Public Administration & Policy Department Fund
Benefits the Department of Public Administration and Policy at the University of Georgia; includes awards, graduate student stipends and supplies
Make a Gift » - GLOBIS Fund
Benefits the activities of The Center for the Study of Global Issues
Make a Gift » - CITS Fund
Benefits the Center for International Trade and Security; includes travel, awards, equipment and other expenses
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SUPPORT A SPECIFIC FUND
- Altria Legislative Internship Fund
Provides two or more fully-funded internships for SPIA students interning at the Georgia State Capitol
Make a Gift » - Applied Politics Program Support Fund
Provides support for the Certificate in Applied Politics and Public Affairs Communications in the Department of Political Science.
Make a Gift » - Bertsch Directorship of the Center for International Trade and Security
Supports the director of CITS to further the mission of the Center
Make a Gift » - Charles S. Bullock III Experiential Learning Fund
Provides experiential learning support for undergraduate students including internship stipends and study abroad scholarships
Make a Gift » - Charles S. Bullock III Graduate Scholarship Fund
Aids in the recruitment of academically superior graduate students to the political science department
Make a Gift » - Christopher S. Allen Student Award Fund
Provides awards for outstanding undergraduate students studying European politics in the Department of International Affairs
Make a Gift » - CITS Student Support Fund
Provides support for the students and student programs within the Center for International Trade and Security.
Make a Gift » - Clute – Nigro Fund
Supports graduate research projects in the SPIA; includes travel expenditures and general supply expenses
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- David E. Ralston Small and Rural Communities Fund
Provides support for students and activities that enhance partnerships between SPIA and small and rural communities throughout Georgia
Make a Gift » - Earl F. Ziemke Graduate Fellowship Fund
Provides support for an outstanding graduate student interested in applying history to peace and conflict, national security, or intelligence research
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- GLOBIS Fund
Benefits the activities of the Center for the Study of Global Issues
Make a Gift » - Golembiewski Family and Friends Endowment for Research Assistants
Provides support to graduate research assistants studying public administration and policy
Make a Gift » - Golembiewski Professorship in Public Administration
Provides support to a professorship fund in the Department of Public Administration & Policy
Make a Gift » - Eugene Miller Memorial Fund
Provides academic awards for graduate students and guest speakers in the Department of Political Science
Make a Gift » - Felix A. and Edna H. Nigro Memorial Award
Supports doctoral students in the Department of Public Administration and Policy by providing stipends for travel to professional conferences
Make a Gift » - Georgia Legislative Outlook Fund
The SPIA Alumni Board hosts this annual event to raise funds for the initiatives of the Alumni Board which include the Applied Politics Certificate program, the Survey Research Center, undergraduate study abroad scholarships, and internship stipends for students in the Master of Public Administration program.
Make a Gift » - Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability Support Fund
Supports an annual lecture on government accountability hosted by the Department of Public Administration and Policy
Make a Gift » - Han S. Park Professorship
Provides general support to the Center for the Study of Global Issues including student awards, study abroad scholarships, faculty support, and program expenses
Make a Gift » - Human Rights Initiative Support Fund
Provides support for Globis’ work on human rights including events, projects, and travel
Make a Gift » - Ione Wells Hanly Endowment Fund
Benefits international student organizations, such as Model United Nations
Make a Gift » - James T. “Tommy” Morris, Sr. Award Fund
Provides an internship stipend to a criminal justice student with financial need
Make a Gift » - Jerry Griffin Endowment for Public Administration and Policy
Supports graduate students in the Master of Public Administration program
Make a Gift » - Jerry Legge Graduate Student Support Fund
Supports graduate students in the Master of Public Administration program
Make a Gift » - John Haire Study Abroad Scholarship
Provides a study abroad scholarship to an undergraduate student with financial need
Make a Gift » - John Wildman Scholars Program in Middle East Fund
Supports students with academic and career interests in the Middle East by providing funding for study abroad programs, internships, or externships in the region
Make a Gift » - Johnny Isaskon Legacy Fund
Supports programs at SPIA that advance political civility and encourage common-interest problem-solving
Make a Gift » - J. Thomas Askew Graduate Scholarship Fund
Provides a scholarship to graduate students studying American Government and/or State and Local Government in the Department of Political Science.
Make a Gift » - Loch and Leena Johnson Graduate Student Support Fund
Provides financial support for graduate students in SPIA.
Make a Gift » - Loch and Leena Johnson Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarship to an undergraduate student with financial need who intends to purse a degree in SPIA.
Make a Gift » - Kenneth M. McCarthy Criminal Justice Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarship support for students in the Criminal Justice Studies Program
Make a Gift » - Korean Alumni Graduate Student Support Fund
Supports the professional development of graduate students in the Department of Public Administration and Policy
Make a Gift » - Master of Public Administration (MPA) Graduate Student Fund
Provides support to graduate students enrolled in the Master of Public Administration program
Make a Gift » - Mesa-Orozco SPIA Emerging Leaders Endowment Fund
Supports students participating in the SPIA Emerging Leaders Program with internships in public affairs.
Make a Gift » - Morris E. and Frances Williams Minority Student Assistance Fund
Supports under-represented students in the Master of Public Administration program
Make a Gift » - Murdock Graduate Scholarship Fund
Provides general support for graduate students in the School of Public and International Affairs
Make a Gift » - Nurse Leadership Legacy Fellowship Fund
Provides support for a PhD student(s) in the Department of Public Administration and Policy who is a registered nurse (RN) preparing for a leadership career in health policy, health care management, health professions education, and/or another health-related professional career
Make a Gift » - Parthemos Memorial Lecture Support Fund
Funds the annual Parthemos Memorial Lecture hosted by the Department of Political Science
Make a Gift » - Peter Mekis Memorial Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarship support to a student studying political philosophy in the Department of Political Science
Make a Gift » - Political Science Alumni Graduate Student Support Fund
Provides support for graduate students in the Department of Political Science.
Make a Gift » - Public Administration and Policy Doctoral Fellowship Fund
Provides support for an outstanding doctoral student(s) in the Department within the School of Public and International Affairs.
Make a Gift » - Reed Graduate Fellowship Fund in Political Science
Supports graduate students studying in the Department of Political Science
Make a Gift » - Rusk Scholarship/Assistantship in International Relations
Provides support to a student studying international politics, East-West trade, and US relations with Russia
Make a Gift » - Senator Sam Nunn Security Leadership Fund
Provides assistance to students participating in the Center for International Trade and Security’s Richard B. Russell Security Leadership Program
Make a Gift » - Sherry Lyons-Williams Scholarship in Criminal Justice
Supports students in the Criminal Justice Studies program with preference given to disadvantage students
Make a Gift » - Shelton Faculty and Student Support in Public Finance
Provides support to faculty who specialize in public budgeting and fiance as well as graduate assistants
Make a Gift » - Shelton Student Support Fund
Supports master’s and doctoral students in the Department of Public Administration and Policy
Make a Gift » - SPIA Alumni in Support of Excellence Fund
Supports the initiatives of the SPIA Alumni Board which include undergraduate study abroad scholarships, internship stipends for students in the Master of Public Administration program, and the Certificate of Applied Politics program
Make a Gift » - SPIA Alumni Board Study Abroad Scholarship
Endowed fund to support a study abroad scholarship for a SPIA undergraduate student
Make a Gift » - SPIA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Student Recruitment and Outreach Fund
Provides funds to recruit and reach students who are exhibit dedication to racial equality through previous experience, initiative, and creativity in improving race relations in the community
Make a Gift » - SPIA Dean’s Professional Experience Fund
Provides financial support to SPIA students participating in experiential learning opportunities, with preference given to opportunities targeting the recruitment and retention of students who have overcome obstacles such as socioeconomic or educational disadvantages or other significant challenges.
Make a Gift » - SPIA Faculty Support Fund
Provides support to recruit and retain outstanding faculty members
Make a Gift » - SPIA Federal Policy Outlook Fund
The SPIA Alumni Board hosts this annual series to raise funds for the initiatives of the Alumni Board which include the Applied Politics Certificate program, the Survey Research Center, undergraduate study abroad scholarships, internship stipends for students in the Master of Public Administration program, and other priorities of the Dean.
Make a Gift » - SPIA General Student Organization Support Fund
Supports SPIA’s student organizations including Mock Trial, Moot Court, SPIA Student Union, and Model UN
Make a Gift » - SPIA Graduate Student Support Fund
Provides general support of graduate students in SPIA
Make a Gift » - SPIA Student Emergency Support Fund
Provides financial assistance to SPIA students who are facing temporary hardship related to an emergency situation.
Make a Gift » - SPIA Study Abroad Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarship support to undergraduate students in School of Public and International Affairs for participation in a study abroad program within the School.
Make a Gift » - SPIA Survey Research Center Support Fund
Supports the activities of the SPIA Polling Center
Make a Gift » - Susette M. Talarico Fund
Supports students and faculty studying Criminal Justice and Political Science within SPIA and the Franklin College; funds the Susette M. Talarico Teaching Award.
Make a Gift » - Terry A. and Margaret P. Mathews Study Abroad Scholarship
Provides a study abroad scholarship for an undergraduate student with financial need
Make a Gift » - Thomas P. and M. Jean Lauth Graduate Fellowship Fund
Provides private support to enhance a state-funded graduate assistantship in the School of Public and International Affairs.
Make a Gift » - UGA Korea Program Support Fund
Sustains and enhances the work of the UGA Korea Program in the Department of Public Administration and Policy within the School of Public and International Affairs.
Make a Gift » - Will Bush Student Professional Development
Supports professional development activities for students in the Criminal Justice Studies Program
Make a Gift » - Willson Endowment for International Relations
Provides support to the faculty and students in the Center for International Trade and Security
Make a Gift » - W. Tapley Bennett, Jr. Scholarship
Provides a needs-based graduate scholarship for a student in the Department of International Aaffairs
Make a Gift » - Zell Miller Scholarship for Public Leadership
Supports graduate students in SPIA who are interested in pursuing careers in public leadership
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