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Jul 2026
Americans Want Change in Politics—But Not at Any Cost
Americans are frustrated with politics. Gridlock, polarization, and a lack of political choice has fueled growing interest in changing how elections work in the United States. But according to new
Jul 2026
UGA leads nation with 18 Boren Scholars in 2026
A record-breaking 18 undergraduates at the University of Georgia were named Boren Scholars this spring, landing UGA at No. 1 among top-performing institutions for Boren Awards, which takes into account
Jul 2026
Behind the Scenes of Justice: Why Trust in Prosecutors Matters More Than You Think
Most people are familiar with a justice system made up of the police and the courts. Police are visible. Judges are public. Far fewer people could tell you who their
Jul 2026
July 2026 MPA Student of the Month: Jason Young
This Fall, Jason Young is aiming to finish his final semester in the MPA program. After nearly two decades building a career in horticulture and public gardens, Jason came to
Jun 2026
New undergraduate certificate in religion and politics to explore faith’s role in public life
The University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) and Franklin College of Arts and Sciences have launched a new Undergraduate Certificate in Religion and Politics, a multidisciplinary program designed to help
Jun 2026
MPA 60th Anniversary Alumni Highlights
As the UGA Master of Public Administration program celebrates its 60th anniversary, we are proud to recognize the alumni whose leadership and service continue to make an impact across communities,
Jun 2026
June 2026 MPA Student of the Month: Comfort M. Aiyepada
Comfort M. Aiyepada is a recent graduate of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at the University of Georgia, with a specialization in Public Management and Public Policy. Born
May 2026
Q&A with Robin Benson and Gary Bertsch: Service, Impact, and Preparing Future Leaders
In April 2025, the University of Georgia officially renamed the Center for International Trade and Security to the Benson-Bertsch Center for International Trade and Security (BBCITS). The naming was made possible through a generous gift from the Ed and
May 2026
May 2026 MPA Student of the Month: Kristen Martin
Kristen Martin is a Master of Public Administration student in her final semester and is specializing in Higher Education, Local Government, and Public Policy. She also holds a Bachelor of
Apr 2026
The University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs will have a strong presence at the 2026 Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) Annual Conference, with faculty, graduate students, and
