SPIA Offers Incredible Academic Flexibility
Dec 2023
Being a SPIA student has given me the opportunities of a lifetime. I have been able to work at the United States Capitol, study at the University of Oxford, and
Bridging Theory with Reality
Dec 2023
While reflecting on my college journey, one course stands out as a transformative experience: POLS 4071 – Social Choice and Elections with Dr. Keith Dougherty. It was an intellectual ride
A beginner’s guide to SPIA:
Nov 2023
1. Take advantage of the SPIA community. Sign up for events! One event I attended was a meet and greet with the State Department, where I learned more about a
I Promise, The 24 Hour Travel Time is Worth It!
Nov 2023
As a fourth-year international affairs major, I have had so many memorable experiences with SPIA. One that stands out above the rest was studying abroad in South Africa two summers
Why SPIA?
Oct 2023
This is a big question, isn’t it? Why choose SPIA over all the other excellent degree programs that UGA offers? Why decide to dedicate your life to studying all of
Why Taking Political Science Classes is Essential for Everyone:
Oct 2023
As a double major and double minor, I have had the opportunity to take a wide array of classes spanning from Biological Anthropology to French Literature to Calculus II to
On the Importance of Philosophy to Political Science
Oct 2023
My name is Logan Sorrow, and I am a fourth-year student studying political science with a certificate in Applied Politics. I have had extensive exposure to the political world throughout
If not Law School…
Oct 2023
Hello! My name is Maggie McInerney, and I am a third-year SPIA student. I am majoring in Political Science with a minor in Law, Philosophy, and Ethics and certificates in
GLIP? Yes, please!!
Oct 2023
I’m Laura Kelley, a third-year political science and public relations student. One of my favorite experiences through SPIA has been the GLIP internship. I have always been an experiential learner,
Advice for Incoming Students
Oct 2023
As a fourth-year student, I have been blessed with many opportunities as an SPIA student. Hopefully, my experience here can give incoming Freshmen an insight into what it’s like to
A Day in the Life of a SPIA Student
Sep 2023
9:15 am: I leave for my first class and walk to the Miller Learning Center with my roommates. As a student in the Applied Politics program, I start my day
Making Connections Through the Applied Politics Program
Sep 2023
Hi everyone! My name is Niamh Dempsey, and I am a fourth-year Political Science and International affairs double major with a minor in Law, Jurisprudence, and the State. I also
Study and Intern in Amman, Jordan
Sep 2023
Hello everyone! My name is Clemencia El Antouri, and I am a fourth-year International Affairs and Romance Languages student. I am also a Security Leadership Fellow at the Center for
Reflecting On My Experience in SPIA
Dec 2022
By: Kelley Downes Hi! My name is Kelley Downes and I am a senior from Atlanta, Georgia. I am majoring in Political Science with an Applied Politics Certificate and minoring
My Experience in the Washington Semester Program
Dec 2022
By: Simi Kolodka Hi everyone! My name is Simi Kolodka, I am a fourth year student studying international affairs and Russian. This semester, I had the unique opportunity to study,
Video Games as a Simulation Tool
Nov 2022
By: Nick Markiewicz This semester, I decided to take ‘Global Simulation’ taught by Professor Berejikian, which used video games as an incredibly effective simulation tool. I have participated in many
Starvation as War Tool: A Research Project with Dr. Carmichael
Nov 2022
Hi! My name is Allie Maloney and I am a third year student studying International Affairs and Political Science. I came to UGA knowing that I was passionate about political
Interning with the Council on Foreign Relations
Nov 2022
By Emma Sorckoff Did you know that statistically speaking, it’s more competitive to secure an internship with the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) than it is to get into Stanford
Take advantage of your professors in SPIA!
Oct 2022
Hello everyone! My name is Connor Stockenberg! I just wanted to write a bit about how much I love all the professors I’ve had in SPIA so far and how
Suite Life On Deck: Dawg Edition
Oct 2022
Hey everyone! My name is Grace VanHooser and I am a 4th year studying Political Science with a minor in Spanish. I studied abroad in Spring of 2022 with Semester
SINCERELY, YOUR FELLOW OUT-OF-STATE STUDENT
Sep 2022
My name is Julianna Jurkiewicz, and I am a third-year student double majoring in International Affairs and Economics while studying for a Certificate in Legal Studies. Luckily, when I applied
Finding my place on campus
Sep 2022
Hello everyone! My name is Connor Stockenberg, and I’m a fourth year political science and international affairs major. Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: this is my last
Studying Abroad in Stellenbosch
Sep 2022
By Shekina Shindano This past summer I had the opportunity to study abroad in Stellenbosch, South Africa under the SPIA – Globis Partner: Global Studies at Stellenbosch University. Stellenbosch is
SPIA and Human Rights
Sep 2022
By Sydney Sanders The SPIA classes I’ve taken over the past three years have all ignited different interests in me. I came to realize that these seemingly unrelated topics could
SPIA a Firenze Maymester
Sep 2022
By Allie Maloney This past summer, I participated in the SPIA a Firenze Maymester study abroad program in Italy. This was my first time traveling to another country and it
Lessons from a Transfer Student
Sep 2022
By Ema Weeks I decided where I wanted to attend to college in April of 2020 when the world was on lockdown with ten options from which to choose, including
My Summer Internship
Sep 2022
By Hannah Skinner My name is Hannah Skinner and I’m a senior double majoring in Political Science and International Affairs. This past summer I had the opportunity to intern for
Thank You for Supporting SPIA!
Apr 2022
by Nicholas Byrd I love being a SPIA student because the school and professors are preparing me to be a strong global citizen and leader. I’m writing this blog post
Best Study Spots for SPIA Students
Apr 2022
by Niclas Hammontree The age-old conundrum of where to study. When it’s time to do some reading, or write a policy memo, or even finish some coding for a research
My Time as an Oxford Student
Mar 2022
by Anney Woodard This past spring semester, I participated in the UGA at Oxford study abroad program. The experience was unforgettable. I had the opportunity to learn in the Oxford
Why You Should Join Model United Nations
Mar 2022
by Allie Maloney This is my second year at UGA and my first year on the Model United Nations team. Last year, with COVID restrictions, I had a hard time
Why You Should Apply to be a SPIA Ambassador
Feb 2022
by Fernanda Flores Hello! My name is Fernanda and I am a third-year International Affairs major. Today, I want to write about the SPIA Ambassador program and the opportunities I
Is WSP for You? – One Month In and Counting
Feb 2022
by Taylor Talley Just a month ago, I moved into Delta Hall in Washington D.C. with 30 other students. I was nervous because I was only a sophomore, but excited
An Internship with the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies
Jan 2022
by Jaylin Small During the fall semester of 2021, I participated in the Washington Semester Program and interned at the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies (AICGS). Under the supervision
Introduction to Comparative Politics
Dec 2021
by Jere Pearson As the summer drew to a close, I remember greatly anticipating the start of my sophomore year at UGA for many reasons. So many opportunities were being
Why You Should Apply for the Richard B. Russell Security Leadership Program
Nov 2021
by Rehna Sheth The Security Leadership Program transformed my undergraduate career. One fall day of my sophomore year, our Model United Nations Head Delegate, Meredith Van De Velde, sent a
Interning on Capitol Hill for a Summer
Sep 2021
by Jane Scarborough Every now and then I think back to how my life was a year ago, and it makes me smile. Man, I had no idea what was coming! Last fall, life
Poll Working as a SPIA student
Feb 2021
by John Oates One of the most interesting experiences I have had as a political science student has been as a poll worker. If you are like me you may
The best decision I made for myself and my future
Feb 2021
by Grace Kaldor I started at the University of Georgia about three and a half years ago now (wow!) as a different major, yet I knew at the time that
Getting Involved with Research
Feb 2021
Hi, everyone. My name is Alana Entinger, and I am a third-year International Affairs student. As mentioned in my previous blog that was posted on September 8, 2020, I created
Dr. Carmichael’s Revitalized UN Practicum Class: Building Real-World Skills
Feb 2021
Dr. Carmichael’s Revitalized UN Practicum Class: Building Real-World Skills By Rehna Sheth This semester, Dr. Carmichael restarted a class that hasn’t been taught in many years called United Nations Practicum
INTL 4210: International Law: A Must Take
Feb 2021
by Lauren Anders Once again, I find myself raving about the one and only Dr. Carmichael. This time I am here to rave about her International Law class that can
Rediscovering the spark
Dec 2020
by Anjali Patel My name is Anjali Patel, and I am a student majoring in International Affairs and Political Science within the School of Public and International Affairs, SPIA. As
Why SPIA?
Nov 2020
by Sarah Allen My name is Sarah Allen, and I am an International Affairs and Political Science double major with a minor in General Business. When I moved into my
Alternate Plans in the time of COVID
Nov 2020
by Jena Jibreen My name is Jena Jibreen, and I am a third-year student studying International Affairs and Psychology. My entire college experience has been very heavily centered on my
My Favorite College Experience
Nov 2020
by Lydia McCoy When I was a sophomore, I decided on a whim to apply for the UGA at Oxford study abroad program. To my delight, I was accepted into
Finding a silver lining
Oct 2020
by Elizabeth Carter Amid a global pandemic, finding silver linings can be difficult and feel a bit tone-deaf; but at a time when most everything seems to be falling apart,
My Most Valued SPIA Classes
Oct 2020
by Emily Gayle As a senior this year I have had a lot of time to reflect on my college experience. I have changed a lot for the better and
So I am 3 months into the Applied Politics Certificate Program…
Oct 2020
by Micah Nix In the final weeks of Spring 2020, before we were all abruptly sent home due to the pandemic, I was applying to be a part of the
FINDING A SUPPORT SYSTEM THROUGH SPIA
Oct 2020
By Alexa Kaemmerling Moving 10 hours away from home all by myself was not an easy transition. The first few months at UGA were filled with trials and tribulations, and
Finding a Way to Help Others
Oct 2020
by Valdina Tchoute From a young age, I have wanted to connect with other cultures — connect with the people, the language, the identities and even the tragedies that have
Finding the importance of local elections
Sep 2020
by Zoe Booth This year is a big year for elections. The presidential election and the contentious senate races dominate the news, but what a lot of Americans never even
Securing an internship through SPIA
Sep 2020
By Alex Donnelly One of my biggest goals as a student at the University of Georgia has always been to land an internship. It’s not that I don’t enjoy the
Why Georgia’s MPA Program: Kim’s wRight Loft
Sep 2020
Why Georgia’s MPA Program: Kim’s wRight Loft by Gerena Walker For many who have the bug of public service, they often choose undergraduate degrees in political science, economics, history, international
Finding my home with Model UN
Sep 2020
My name is Alexa Hernandez, and I am a third-year studying Political Science and International Affairs with a certificate in Applied Politics at the University of Georgia. Since my first
RA in the time of Covid
Sep 2020
by John Oates My name is John Oates, and I am a third-year political science student here at SPIA. If you are like me and you want to get into
How SPIA Paid Me to Intern in Washington, DC
Sep 2020
By Macey Myers Last fall, an email hit my inbox that would soon give me one of the greatest opportunities of my college career. Adam Paige, SPIA’s Internship Advisor, often
Finding my place in SPIA
Sep 2020
by Jaylin Small As a second-year student at the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), I want to be as transparent as possible with incoming freshmen and prospective SPIA
What SPIA Class Should I Take Next?
Sep 2020
by Rehna Sheth Unlike our peers majoring in biology or engineering, in SPIA there is no strict path of classes you must take. The obscure range of classes SPIA students
Get involved with SPIA
Sep 2020
by Alana Entinger My name is Alana Entinger, and I am majoring in International Affairs. In January 2020, I transferred to UGA as a sophomore. Although I did not get
Certificate in Applied Politics – What I Learned
Mar 2020
By: Julianna Isbitts Earlier this week, the names of students accepted in the 5th cohort of the Public Affairs Professional Certificate in Applied Politics were announced. As a member of
A Georgia Scholars Tour Turns into a Story about Life Lessons
Mar 2020
By: Anjali Patel Being a SPIA Ambassador definitely has its perks such as attending lectures with some of the most globally phenomenal speakers and sharing our love for SPIA as
My UGA Mentor Experience
Mar 2020
By: Elizabeth Carter My name is Elizabeth Carter, and I am a Double Dawg studying International Affairs and Policy. My interests include resource deficiencies, human-centered design, and partnerships for development.
Why You Should have a UGA Mentor
Mar 2020
By Urooj Ali During the Fall 2019 semester, I participated in the UGA Mentor Program. This was the first semester of the mentor program, and it was an amazing experience.
Broadening My Perspective: Studying Abroad in Verona
Feb 2020
By: Sarah Ensley I never changed my major. In May, I will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in political science major with a minor in history. There was never any
The Washington Semester Program: The Best Semester
Feb 2020
By Emily Gayle During the Fall 2019 semester, I had the opportunity to study and intern in Washington, D.C through the Washington Semester Program (WSP). As a SPIA student, this
My Own Experience With War and Gender
Feb 2020
By: Alexa Hernandez This semester, I am in War and Gender with the famous Dr. Gallagher, which is an international affairs class. Every week or so, we have to turn
Course Spotlight: International Law with Professor Leah Carmicheal
Jan 2020
By: Zoe Booth When you think of the “study of law” do you think of huge textbooks, hours of reading, and memorization? Before this semester, I did too. I am
Education and Experiences: How SPIA Taught Me to Become a Student of the World
Jan 2020
By: Katie Morris As a senior beginning my final semester at the University of Georgia, I can’t help but look back in deep appreciation at the many opportunities the School
Challenging Yourself in SPIA
Jan 2020
By: Joseph Suen One reason why I chose a major in SPIA was because of the interest I had in both law and politics. As I took more and more
So Why a SPIA Degree?
Jan 2020
By: Anjali Patel My name is Anjali Patel and I am a SPIA student. This is a highly bland statement I understand, but it is only the conversation starter to
UGA at Oxford Experience
Jan 2020
By: Samantha Gastelum The first summer after my Freshman year I participated in the UGA at Oxford program which I cannot recommend highly enough. Although I was taking INTL 4220
Political Simulations Class Engages and Challenges SPIA Students
Jan 2020
By: Lauren Anders Advanced Political Simulations, these three words will lead any School of Public and International Affairs student to the best course of their collegiate career. It has it
Research opportunities within SPIA
Dec 2019
My name is Stephanie Cannon, and I am a third-year undergraduate student studying international affairs and Arabic with a minor in Russian. I am also a member of the Richard
The value of a SPIA degree
Dec 2019
by Elise Tanyel “So… what are you trying to do with your International Affairs degree?” This is the dreaded question that I’m sure we all, as liberal arts students, have
Don’t skip class kids…unless you get the opportunity to meet a hero
Nov 2019
by Faiz Syed It was going to be a rough week ahead! I had a few major exams as well as some deadlines for my research. As I sat down
SPIA and the opportunities it has to offer
Nov 2019
by Zoe Booth While most people may view any regular listserv or mass email as just another message to dump into the trash folder of their school email, if you
Experiential Learning Program Internship
Nov 2019
By Karina Delgado I have always been very grateful for all the opportunities that the School of Public and International Affairs has presented to me over the past three years.
Public Affairs Professional Certificate
Nov 2019
by Abigail Chasteen SPIA is a place of endless opportunities. One of my personal favorite ways that SPIA presents opportunities to the student body is through the certificate options. I
My Experience at the Spencer Frye Legislative Fellowship
Oct 2019
by Taylor Evans From August 2017 to May 2018 I served as a Legislative Fellow for Representative Spencer Frye (D) of the 118th house district of Georgia. I started off
Immersing myself in a new culture
Oct 2019
By Karina Delgado I had many different experiences throughout my study abroad in Italy. I really believe this experience was like no other. I loved travelling with a group of
A lecturer that goes the extra mile makes all the difference: A spotlight on Maryann Gallagher
Oct 2019
by Zoe Booth The thing I most dreaded when I entered college were the big lecture halls. The impersonal, cold feeling of sitting in a room with over 100 people
Learning through state-building simulations
Oct 2019
by Alexa Hernandez While choosing to be a student of SPIA is a remarkable decision in itself, I, in an obviously biased manner, will go a bit further and say
How SPIA is helping me pursue my medical career
Oct 2019
by Faiz Syed One of the greatest experiences that I have had in college was interning at the Morehouse School of Medicine for the Satcher Health Leadership Institute. Dr. David
SPIA helped me find what I am passionate about
Oct 2019
by Ivana Motes When I first came to college, I really had no idea what I truly wanted to do with my life. This is very similar to many freshmen
So you’re thinking about SPIA
Sep 2019
by Cecilia Vu So you’re thinking about switching or adding a SPIA major. What do you do? Well, first thing is to actually know what SPIA is! SPIA stands for
SPIA changed my life
Sep 2019
by Abigail Chasteen When thinking about what SPIA means to me, I can’t help but remember the impact my favorite political science course has had on me as an individual
Shaping my study abroad experience
Sep 2019
By Marisa Hernandez While my study abroad experience was not through SPIA, I still emphasize the value in going abroad, especially as an international affairs major. Being able to see
My Maymester experience at Oxford
Sep 2019
by Jena Jibreen This past summer, after my first year at UGA, I was fortunate enough to experience a Maymester study abroad program at the University of Oxford. Though
Professors that want to see you succeed
Sep 2019
By: Alyssa Mora My time in SPIA has been considerably short compared to other students. When I came into college I was an Exercise Science Major attempting to go down
Encontrando Mi Comunidad at the University of Georgia
Sep 2019
By Ivan Ruiz-Hernandez Growing up in the suburbs of Metro-Atlanta, my exposure to Latinx literature and scholarly works was limited. The experiences that I had were normally curated by the
The most magical place on Earth: Washington, DC
Sep 2019
By Elizabeth Carter As a child, the quintessence of a summer well-spent would chiefly concern the success of a personal marketing campaign to my parents on a trip to Disney
My summer abroad
Aug 2019
By Alexa Hernandez This past summer, I was fortunate enough to travel with the School of Public and International Affairs to Verona, Italy, through their Maymester study abroad program to
An internship in public service is eye-opening
Aug 2019
By Lauren Anders As an International Affairs student, summer and the months leading up to it are full of anticipation. The community of School of International and Public Affair students
Finding SPIA & Candler Hall using Google Maps
Aug 2019
Not too long ago, I was standing at The Arch on Broad Street and needed to get to SPIA (School of Public and International Affairs) in Candler Hall. So, like
Finding his passion in SPIA
Aug 2019
By Joseph Suen I remember having a hard time deciding what to major in before arriving at the University of Georgia. Mainly, this was due to the fact that I
SPIA around the world
Apr 2019
by Zoe Li In my four years as a student in the UGA School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), I have traveled to over 25 cities and 10 countries
Being a woman in SPIA
Mar 2019
by Anayely Moreno As we realize that March is Women’s History Month, perhaps because your friend mentioned it, or the person in class who seems to have a lot of
Finding a sense of community
Mar 2019
By Margaret Beckley Coming into SPIA at UGA as a freshman, I knew I wanted to major in International Affairs and Political Science, but I did not realize that SPIA
SPIA Student Mentorship Program
Oct 2018
By Elizabeth Carter Starting this semester, a group of SPIA Student Ambassadors have started a Peer Mentorship Program for SPIA students. The purpose of the program is to facilitate relationships
Internships: More Than a Resume Builder
May 2018
By Amy Doehrman Each semester hundreds of students scramble to find the perfect internship- you know the one in DC, with a stipend that fills job opening with interns… We
Listen to Yourself: Choose SPIA!
Mar 2018
by Caroline Gustavson Deciding upon a school for my college career was extremely difficult even though I knew I wanted to be an International Affairs major. I had contradicting opinions
SPIA at Oxford
Jan 2018
by Hannah Ruby SPIA’s eight week study abroad program at the University of Oxford started on a dreary morning in early January. Everyone trudged from their bedrooms downstairs into the
Apply to the UGA Undergraduate Admissions Internship
Jan 2018
by Jay-Ce Heisig Want to give tours and admissions guidance to prospective bulldawgs? Apply to be an intern in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions! As an admissions intern myself,
My Semester at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW (Well Close Enough Anyway…)
Dec 2017
By Flora Patel I constantly tell others that “life starts at the end of your comfort zone,” to encourage them to step out of their safety zones and experience life.
My Non-UGA Study Abroad Experience
Dec 2017
By Eamon Gaffney As cliché as it sounds, studying abroad was the most enriching experience I have had the opportunity to partake in during my time in college so far.
“What’s SPIA?” and Other Questions I’ve Answered About as Many Times as my 810
Sep 2017
By Peyton Sammons “What’s SPIA?” and Other Questions I’ve Answered About as Many Times as my 810 As I embark on my 16th year of formal education, and 4th year
My Only Regret
Apr 2017
By Kimberlee John-Williams Everyone gets nostalgic in the months preceding graduation, and I am certainly not immune to feeling increasingly sentimental as my time in Athens comes to a close.
How to Make the Most of Your SPIA Career
Feb 2017
By Jesse Kerzner The fragility and value of time is often overlooked. Specifically, when it comes to the always too short, four-year, college career. So with that in mind, there
One More Resume
Feb 2017
By Peyton Sammons While many students spend the summer between their first and second years taking family vacations, or waiting tables at a local restaurant, I was running around my
“Abbie, Yay or Nay?”
Feb 2017
By Abbie Nash This past week in my Legislative Process class, we discussed what goes in to the decisions that members of Congress make. What influences the way certain lawmakers
Law School Apps 101
Jan 2017
By Chelsea Reese Thinking about applying to law school? It’s one thing to think about it- actually doing it is a whole different story! The process is long and is
A Nice Home in South Africa
Jan 2017
by Libby Ballou Kayamandi means “nice home.” If I had heard this before the summer of 2015, I would have pictured a mansion with many amenities. Yet, after my month-long
What’s So Great about SPIA?
Jan 2017
By Amaan Charaniya It’s not unusual for me to tell people I’m in SPIA and for them to quickly respond with, “what’s that?” Unfortunately, even among UGA students, SPIA hasn’t
The Importance of the Unfamiliar
Dec 2016
By Jacquelyn Harms Two years ago, I traveled to the beautiful country of Turkey to be an intern for a non-profit that worked with children with disabilities. When people asked
Studying in South Africa
Nov 2016
By Grace Walker Since day one, my professors in the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) have been teaching me vital lessons about the world and the way that
My Reaction to the 2016 Election
Nov 2016
By Grace Nelms This election season was long; I feel like I’ve aged a lifetime in the last year and a half. But, now it is over and now we
Lessons in Applying to European Programs
Oct 2016
By Olivia Haas The prospect of graduating is scary and, somehow, the semester is already almost over. And the feeling of approaching a finite end without a clear plan for
Gaining Credit through SPIA for my Dream Internship
Sep 2016
By Ariel Pinsky This summer I was able to receive 8 hours of class credit toward my Political Science major (with the help of my faculty advisor Dr. Josh Putnam)
What I Wish I Knew as a SPIA Freshman
Sep 2016
By Alex Corluyan Lots of students walk onto campus during orientation, look at the Arch, and can’t wait to finally walk under it 4 years later. That’s a mistake. Being at UGA
Getting Out of My Comfort Zone
May 2016
By Elijah Scott For my first thirty-six hours in Romania, I had met the national champion judo practitioner, realized that no one would accept US dollars or credit, was unable
Teaching the Government how to Govern
Feb 2016
By Elizabeth Holland Nestled behind the ancient oaks on North Milledge Ave. is a building where much of the behind-the-scenes action of Georgia government takes place. The Carl Vinson Institute
MockDawgs
Jan 2016
By Ryan Bolt As spring semester approaches here at the University of Georgia it marks the end of another great season competing with the undergraduate mock trial team. For those
A Chance to Learn in Our Own Backyard
Dec 2015
By Sara Beth Marchert The School of Public and International Affairs & the University of Georgia offer students an incredible opportunity to have a semester in Washington DC, interning in
Happy Veteran’s Day
Nov 2015
By Madison Turner As a nation, we take this day to observe, honor and recognize the bravest men and women in our country’s history– our veterans. From kindergarten to senior
How SPIA Helped My Dreams Become Reality
Nov 2015
By Rebeca Westmoreland Don’t get me wrong. This isn’t a heroic story about a hardworking student that realized all of their dreams after years and years of failed attempts. Far
SPIA: More than Just a Liberal Arts Degree
Oct 2015
By Patrick Jameson Cunningham The School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Georgia has an incredibly diverse student population. When I walk into a class, I never
Creating a SPIA Identity
Sep 2015
By Tyler Leigh Wow! I can’t believe that in a few short days, I will be in Sanford Stadium, cheering on the Bulldogs for my last season as a student.
Happy New Year
Jan 2015
By Caroline Paris Paczkowski Dear Students, Parents, Alumni and Friends: Happy New Year to you and your families. As we enter 2015, I remain extremely optimistic about SPIA and its
2015 Legislative Fellowship Program with Rep. Spencer Frye
Nov 2014
By Paul Welch The Legislative Office of State Representative Spencer Frye seeks highly motivated undergraduate students, graduate students, law students and recent graduates to join our team and take part
Lessons from Abroad
Oct 2014
By Olivia Haas As a student of international affairs and history, past and current political and social climates have always fascinated me. I felt my education of the subjects could
Using Faculty Expertise to Your Advantage
Sep 2014
By Rachel Surminsky The University of Georgia has innumerable resources for its students but its most prominent is a strong and dedicated faculty. Faculty members make a student’s college experience
Call for Applications: SPIA-Senator Isakson Public Policy Fellowship
Sep 2014
By Paul Welch The Office of U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at the University of Georgia offer SPIA undergraduate and graduate
Class Notes for August
Sep 2014
By Caroline Paris Paczkowski J. Lee Weems (M.P.A. 2004) has been elected to a two-year term on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors.
“Model African Union” this Fall via the African Studies Institute at UGA
Jul 2014
By Paul Welch The African Studies Institute is offering a new class under the Critical Issues in Contemporary Africa course number AFST 4200/6200 which will give students credit for preparing
Class Notes for July
Jul 2014
By Caroline Paris Paczkowski SPIA alumnus, Joshua Jones, is the president and CEO of Red Clay Communications, an Atlanta-based firm that advised the Dave Brat campaign for the Virginia Republican
New Intro Classes in International Affairs Added for Fall: 1100, 3200 & 3300
Jul 2014
By Paul Welch The Department of International Affairs has added new sections of INTL 1100 “Intro to Global Issues,” INTL 3200 “Introduction to International Relations,” and INTL 3300 “Intro to
What’s An Elective? NMIX 2020 “Intro to New Media”
Jun 2014
By Paul Welch Another in a continuing (and apparently sporadic) series of blog posts about good elective choices. Here we have a class from the Grady College of Journalism concerning
Class Notes for June
Jun 2014
By Caroline Paris Paczkowski SPIA alumnus, Don L. Pruitt Jr., was featured in the Athens Banner-Herald for his dedication to saving lives as a paramedic captain with National EMS. Read
New INTL Courses Added to Fall Schedule: 4230, 4640, and More!
Jun 2014
By Paul Welch The Department of International Affairs recently opened several new courses on Athena for the fall term: INTL 1100H “Introduction to Global Issues (Honors)” 9:30-10:45 TTH in Candler
New INTL 4770 Added for Fall: “International Security Cooperation”
Jun 2014
By Paul Welch Special Topics Course: International Security Cooperation taught by Allison Shelton This course synthesizes the IR sub-fields of international conflict and cooperation by examining how (and how
Welcome to Summer!
May 2014
By Stefanie A. Lindquist Many of our students and several faculty members are abroad studying in South Africa, Italy, China and Japan. Meanwhile, in the Dean’s Office, we are looking
Class Notes for May
May 2014
By Caroline Paris Paczkowski Congratulations class of 2014 for becoming SPIA alumni! Don’t forget to fill out an alumni profile letting us know where you will be next year! Lauren Pinson
The New Face of SPIA
Apr 2014
By Stefanie A. Lindquist Welcome to the newly renovated website for the School of Public and International Affairs! We think that you will enjoy reading about our faculty, students, and
Class Notes for March
Mar 2014
By Janet Recent MPA graduate Vasil Jaiani pens op-ed for Forbes about the West’s response to the situation in Ukraine. Jaiani now serves as senior management analyst for the District
Southern Education Foundation Internships
Mar 2014
By Paul Welch The Southern Education Foundation (SEF), http://www.southerneducation.org, is reaching out to tomorrow’s leaders through the 2014 Southern Education Leadership Initiative. Since 2004, SEF has placed over 165 students
Russell Library to Host Nuclear Threats Panel This Week
Mar 2014
By Paul Welch The Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies will host an event showcasing selected scholars discussing nuclear threats on Thursday, Mar. 6th from 5:30-7 p.m.
Pi Sigma Alpha (PoliSci) Honor Society hosts a meet & greet on March 4th
Mar 2014
Pi Sigma Alpha, the honor society for political science students at UGA, will host a “Meet & Greet” for all students on Wednesday March 4th at 4 pm in Baldwin
