Picture of the PROPEL banner on the campus of UGA.

U.S. Department of Agriculture grant to fund expansion of UGA’s PROPEL program

November 20, 2023

The University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government has received a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expand its work with rural communities in Georgia.

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We Know Georgia: UGA Institute of Government offers new certificate program in downtown development

November 03, 2023

The University of Georgia Institute of Government has partnered with the Georgia Downtown Association (GDA) and Georgia Power to launch the Certified Downtown Professional Certificate Program. This new training series helps downtown professionals gain the skills and knowledge to boost community...

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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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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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