A University of Georgia degree is closer than you think.

The University of Georgia Griffin Campus, originally established as the Georgia Experiment Station in 1888, has played an integral role in the development of modern agriculture. While the campus is mostly known for its groundbreaking advancements in agricultural and environmental sciences, UGA Griffin began offering degree completion programs in 2005. Students at UGA Griffin enjoy low student-to-faculty ratios, and many students are able to take advantage of on campus work and directed research opportunities so that they can gain real world work experience while earning their University of Georgia degree.

UGA Griffin also hosts the Office of Continuing Education, which provides innovative lifelong learning opportunities through its programs. In addition, Continuing Ed offers youth and community outreach programs, as well as conference space for other meetings and special events.

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UGA to offer high school students paid research internships this summer through Young Scholars Program

Posted on
Monday, November 21, 2022
YSP Photo

For high school students interested in agriculture, food and environmental sciences, the University of Georgia offers the opportunity to have hands-on learning with world-renowned research scientists through the Young Scholars Program (YSP). YSP is a six-week long paid summer internship organized by the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences which hopes to broaden students interests in various fields of study. Students can apply to be part of the program at three UGA campuses: Athens, Griffin and Tifton, with applications being accepted now through January 31, 2023.

While in the program, students are assigned to work with a researcher and their staff on campus. They learn about the research that is ongoing in that department, how to use lab equipment and work in the field, as well as completing their own research project under the guidance of their mentor. On the UGA Griffin Campus, students spend Fridays with fellow young scholars where they attend site visits of many departments, participate in college and career related workshops and play interactive games to give them a chance to know each other.

YSP concludes each year with a pre-collegiate conference at the University of Georgia campus in Athens. Students have the chance to interact with other YSP students from the Athens and Tifton campuses, stay in the dorms, learn about the UGA admissions process and take part in behind the scenes tours of various university departments.

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First Joro spider in Spalding County spotted at UGA-Griffin

Posted on
Monday, October 31, 2022
Joro Spider

Since first making their appearance in Georgia in 2014, Joro spiders have steadily expanded their range in Georgia, and now — just in time for Halloween — the spooky-looking species has reached the University of Georgia Research and Education Garden on the UGA Griffin campus.

Native to Japan and China, Joro spiders are believed to have made the trek overseas by hitching a ride in a shipping container. The striking arachnid spotted at UGA-Griffin is thought to be the first documented sighting of the species in Spalding County. So far, sightings have been limited to the northern region of the state. Spalding County is located about 40 miles north of the Georgia fall line, which separates the Piedmont region of the state from the Coastal Plain.

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Dean selected to lead UGA’s Griffin campus

Posted on
Thursday, October 27, 2022
Dean selected to lead UGA’s Griffin campus

Jeffrey F.D. Dean, a distinguished scholar and academic leader whose interdisciplinary research focuses on forestry, plant biology and biochemistry, has been named assistant provost and director of the University of Georgia’s Griffin campus, effective Jan. 1, 2023. In this role, he will oversee all research, extension and academic programs at UGA Griffin.

Since 2014, Dean has served as a professor and head of the department of biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology and plant pathology at Mississippi State University, one of the largest academic units in the university’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

“Dr. Dean has a tremendous track record of growing enrollment, developing innovative academic programs and strengthening partnerships with communities and industry,” said UGA President Jere W. Morehead. “I believe he will be a catalyst for advancing scholarship, research and outreach at our Griffin campus, and I look forward to welcoming him to our leadership team.”

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UGA’s Clint Waltz featured on “Green and Growing”

Posted on
Monday, October 24, 2022
Waltz on "Green and Growing"

Clint Waltz, a Turfgrass Extension Specialist for the University of Georgia, was recently the featured guest on “Green and Growing with Ashley Frasca,” WSB radio’s weekly call-in show about all aspects of gardening in Georgia. Waltz answered questions on topics such as the Georgia Master Gardner Extension Volunteer Program, cold weather effects on lawns and what to do with all those leaves.

Serving as a Turfgrass Extension Specialist on the UGA Griffin campus, Waltz has a host of statewide responsibilities in all areas of turfgrass. He spends much of his time working with trade associations, industry leaders, golf course superintendents, commercial landscaping companies and sod producers on how to just to name a few. He and the Turf Team also host a Turfgrass Field Day every two years to share the latest information on how to care for turf related issues in your lawn or golf course from UGA researchers and extension specialists. It is open to everyone from industry professionals to golf course superintendents to the local homeowner with the next event being held in 2024.

 

To listen to the segment featuring Waltz on “Green and Growing” follow the link below.

They’re back! “Scarecrows in the Garden” returns to UGA Griffin Research and Education Garden

Posted on
Sunday, October 16, 2022
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The fall favorite event, “Scarecrows in the Garden”, is back at the UGA Research and Education Garden, located at 129 W. Ellis Road in Griffin. The scarecrows, which were made by local businesses, clubs, families and organizations, will be on display now through October 31. The garden is open for visitors Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday October 22 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and Sundays in October from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Be sure to come check out these wonderful creations!

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