Rex Facer leads a training session as attendees watch a presentation about identifying their cities’ top capital needs.

Thousands of city leaders engage in classes led by UGA at GMA Annual Convention

July 22, 2026

The Institute of Government led more than 50 classes at the GMA Annual Convention.

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Proposed design of a trail entrance.

Ringgold awarded $200,000 for park project based on UGA designs

July 20, 2026

UGA planning work helps secure funding for Ringgold park improvements

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UGA student Claire Scafidi contributed to the Institute’s work with Gainesville as part of her Vinson Fellows experience.

UGA students bring creativity and innovation to community engagement

July 16, 2026

Institute of Government projects in Gainesville address corridor development

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Institute launches regional community branding initiative for Columbus area

Institute launches regional community branding initiative for Columbus area

July 14, 2026

Regional branding effort will highlight shared assets across six rural counties to support economic development, tourism and investment

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Proposed design of an outdoor amphitheater.

Cornelia secures $6.1 million for downtown amphitheater with UGA designs

July 10, 2026

The City of Cornelia has secured over $6 million to fully realize a downtown amphitheater and park concept first envisioned by the UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

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