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The Georgia Department of Natural Resources announced in May it had approved monthly unpaid furloughs for park rangers, a budget cut that might hit some University students as they apply for jobs and internships this summer. Sally Winchester said the furloughs were one of several changes being made at the Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division of the DNR. … 0 Comments
The state of Georgia is facing an extreme shortage of doctors, an ailment a new Athens medical campus hopes to treat. The Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the group responsible for accrediting the nation's medical schools, reported earlier this month that the Medical College of Georgia is on track to accept students in the fall of 2010. … 0 Comments
A University student was arrested and charged with felony theft by shoplifting after a worker at a downtown clothing store suspected her and another man of taking almost $700 in items. Azadeh Shadea Sigari, an 18-year-old freshman from Marietta, was arrested following a call made to Athens-Clarke County police from a worker at Heery's Clothes Closet. … 2 Comments
All new students must attend an orientation session. Freshman orientation is a two-day process whereby students learn how to take advantage of UGA's educational, social and cultural opportunities. Students meet their academic adviser and register for their first semester of classes. … 4 Comments
The appointment of a Supreme Court Justice is of national importance, and several members of the University community are paying close attention. Leah Ward Sears, chief justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, was considered for the nomination, but passed up in favor of Judge Sonia Sotomayor. … 1 Comment
University sophomore Brittney Holmes carries a title few other students can match: award-winning author of three books. Her third book, "Grace and Mercy," was released June 1. The book focuses on a high school senior who becomes involved in an abusive relationship. … 0 Comments
