Single-family housing in Midland reflects the demand for in-town living since the revitalization of Downtown Gainesville. Community leaders credit the Institute of Government’s Renaissance Strategic Vision and Plan (RSVP) with guiding the city’s progress.

We Know Georgia: Gainesville thrives with UGA Institute of Government assistance

October 25, 2023

It’s no secret that Gainesville, Georgia, is growing. With $318 million in private investment in downtown and the Midland area in just the last five years, the city is capitalizing on a unique strategic planning process developed by the University of Georgia Institute of Government.

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Iyanna Yapo, a student majoring in computer science, serves as a team leader for UGA CyberArch. (photo by Shannah Montgomery)

UGA CyberArch helps Georgia communities increase cybersecurity

October 20, 2023

The University of Georgia works to enhance the cybersecurity infrastructure in communities across the state through its CyberArch program. Now UGA is poised to expand CyberArch, train and empower more students interested in cybersecurity careers and increase its cybersecurity impact across the state...

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picture of Baxley, Georgia mural with flowers

University of Georgia’s PROPEL program receives top national honors

October 17, 2023

PROPEL, a University of Georgia program, took home the top prize from a national awards competition honoring outstanding economic development initiatives, research and accomplishments.

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banner for Innovating Georgia's Workforce Pipeline Conference, showing a variety of pictures.

University of Georgia conference will address industry workforce needs

September 29, 2023

Employers, educators, and community and government leaders will gather at the University of Georgia in November to learn the latest strategies and resources for addressing talent development needs and building long-term workforce pipelines across the state.

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Tameka Harris, River Valley Regional Council representative, view concepts from the RVCCD plan. (Photo by Sara Ingram)

UGA leads efforts for visionary plan for military and community partnership

September 14, 2023

The University of Georgia has rolled out a visionary plan to spur economic development in communities surrounding Fort Moore, providing strategic direction aligned with the military mission that protects the rural character of the area and supports quality of life.

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