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Enhance your Grizzly experience! Join a student organization, participate in community outreach or leadership training. Just get involved.

Whether you live on campus or commute, ³Ô¹Ïtv encourages students to explore their interests and put classroom theory into practice – academically, socially, and through civic and service activities.

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Campus-wide Programs / Events

Signature programs offer students an array of educational, cultural and social activities. These co-curricular activities foster meaningful relationships between students, faculty and staff, and strengthen our connection to the institution.

    Common Reading Program, ³Ô¹Ïtv Reads

    ³Ô¹Ïtv Reads, the campus-wide common reading program, provides a positive reading experience and reinforces reading as an integral part of the college experience. Year-long programming and opportunities to engage with fellow students, faculty and staff foster a sense of community and connect classroom and out-of-classroom experiences in an enjoyable way.

    Grizzly Welcome

    Grizzly Welcome introduces and supports first-year and transfer students transitioning into the academic community and celebrates ³Ô¹Ïtv's returning students during the first week of each academic semester.

    • Learn moreÌýabout campus.
    • Meet fellow students.
    • Grab someÌýgreat food and giveaways.
    • Invite your friends and show your Claw Card to attend.
    • Visit Student Life (Student Center, E-3120) for more informationÌýorÌývisitÌý.

    Grizzlyfest – A ³Ô¹Ïtv Homecoming

    Fall brings Grizzlyfest – AÌý³Ô¹Ïtv Homecoming where the campus celebrates current students, returning alumni, and connections with faculty, staff and community partners.

    Learn more about Grizzlyfest – A ³Ô¹Ïtv Homecoming traditions and scheduled activities.

    Grizzly Growl Speaker Series

    The Grizzly Growl Speaker Series focuses on ³Ô¹Ïtv's four pillars – leadership, scholarship, service and creativity – with events occurring during the spring and fall semesters.ÌýA committee of students, faculty and staff select speakers from a wide variety of backgrounds, disciplines and perspectives toÌýinviteÌýworld-class thinkers, writers, scholars and opinion-leaders who know that ³Ô¹Ïtv is where ideas are freely expressed and learning is a continuous process of being challenged and inspired.

    Here areÌýa fewÌýpast speakers:

    • Ken Carter, author, activist, philanthropist and the inspiration for the film "Coach Carter"
    • Myra Sky, professional singer, NBC's 11Alive personality and community influencer
    • Kandi Burruss, Grammy award winning singer/songwriter, TV star, executive producerÌýand entrepreneur
    • Jason Carter, lawyer, former Georgia State SenatorÌýand grandson of former President Jimmy Carter
    • Dr. Bettina Love, award-winning author and associate professor of educational theory and practice at the University of Georgia
    • Mackey McCandlish, game designerÌý
    • Sheryl Lee Ralph, actress, singerÌýand HIV/AIDS activist
    Stay up-to-date about upcoming events on the Students page.

    Student Outreach and Service

    Student outreach and service opportunities address human and community needs in a wide array of experiences that tackle systematic barriers to equality and inclusiveness, promote social and civic responsibility, and offer opportunities for dialogue and reflection.

      Alternative Spring Break

      The Alternative Spring Break program offers community-based projects during ³Ô¹Ïtv’sÌýsemester breaks, and participants spend a week learning and addressing a social issue affecting a specific community in a domestic or international location.

      • Enhance your knowledge of social issues.
      • Gain new perspectives by learning about others’ lived experiences.
      • Cultivate problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
      • Reflect on your experience through daily activities like journaling, video diaries and group discussions.
      • Understand your role as an empowered and positive change agent in our society.

      The Alternative Spring Break program empowers individuals through intentional service, personal growth, leadership and genuine human connection. The program also prioritizes allyship with community partners so that participants gain a deeper understanding the world's social issues that inspires them as more empathetic and socially active individuals.

      Past Travels and Activities

      • Lawrenceville, Georgia: community gardening and donating harvested produce to local food banks and nonprofitsÌý
      • Selma, Alabama: civic and voter engagement
      • Walland, Tennessee: environmental sustainability
      • Washington, DC: intersections of poverty, gentrification and racial justice
      • New Orleans, Louisiana: housing insecurity

      For more information or questions about the Alternative Spring Break program, how to get involved or how to serve as a student trip leader, emailÌý@email.

      Volunteer Opportunities – Grizzlies Serve

      Grizzlies Serve volunteer opportunities enrich classroom learning by putting theory into practice. Students gain knowledge and experience, learn the importance of civic responsibilities, and contribute services and goods that strengthen area communities.

      Learn more about Grizzlies Serve volunteer opportunities.

      Additional Engagement Opportunities

      Additional engagement opportunities offer classroom training, dialogueÌýaboutÌýsocial issues and injustices, collaboration with faculty through service-learning projects, volunteer activitiesÌýand voter registration drives.

      Stay up-to-date about upcoming events on the Students page.

      Leadership Development Programs

      Emerging, intermediate and advanced leaders are encouraged to take advantage of Student Life leadership development programs. Cultivate your leadership skills to advance both personally and professionally.

        Grizzly LEAD Conference

        The Grizzly LEADÌý(leadership, education, action, development) Conference is a multi-day, off-campus experience designed to inspire and develop abilities and skills that empower students to become effective and respected leaders. Ìý

        Events offer discussions and keynotes from thought-leaders and well-known speakers at locations like Calloway Gardens Lodge and Spa, in Pine Mountain, Ga.Ìý

        Applications begin during the fall semester for conference attendance the next spring semester.Ìý

        Contact Student Life to learn more about the next conference and the fall semester application process.

        Grizzly Opportunities for Leadership Development (GOLD) Certificate Program

        The GOLD Certificate Program prepares students for college and community leadership roles and responsibilitiesÌýby providing education and training through a series of personal development programs, institutes and volunteer activities.

        Program Requirements

        • Attendance/participation in at least four required workshops/experiences applicable to their personal growth and development
        • Attendance/participation in two optional workshops/experiences
        • Submission of reflective journal after completing eight workshops/experiences that include written reflections after each activity and/or experienceÌý
        Required Workshops/Experiences (minimum of four)
        • Grizzly LEADÌýConference: Attend the annual, off-campus event designed to help individuals develop leadership skills and abilities.
        • GOLD Session: Participate in leadership development from a series of sessions covering a broad range of topics.
        • Diversity Training: Complete a diversity training session (i.e.,ÌýSafe Space Training) sponsored by Student Life orÌýEqual Opportunity and Title IX ComplianceÌýto enhance cultural competency.Ìý
        • Service Learning Institute: Participate in the one-day institute focusing on volunteerism, social issues and benefits of service.
        • Presentations: Present at a local, state or national conference, workshop, etc.Ìý
        Elective Workshops/Experiences (minimum of two)
        • Join a registered student organization (RSO) or accept a leadership position within a student group.
        • Volunteer at least five hours (hours must be verified by Student Life).
        • Attend aÌýCareer ServicesÌýEtiquette Dinner (verification signature requiredÌýfrom Career Services).
        • Get resume reviewed by Career Services (verificationÌýsignature required from Career Services).

        Recognition

        Participation in the GOLD Certificate Program will be denoted on the students’ involvement report (co-curricular transcript). Students who meet all requirements of the certificate are encouraged to pursue subsequent, more progressive certificate tracks and are recognized at a public program where they receive their certificate.

        Student Clubs and Organizations (RSOs)

        Participation in registered student organizations (RSOs) compels students to apply classroom lessons to experience-driven learning environments marked by communication, critical thinking, collaboration, decision-making, project execution, leadership and assessment. And it’s fun.

          Registered Student Organizations (RSOs)

          ³Ô¹Ïtv offers nearly 100Ìýregistered student organizations with varying interests and goals.ÌýDon’t see anything that interests you, then start your own organization.

          Types of RSOs

          • Academic
          • Honor societies
          • Political, social and multicultural organizations
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          • Spiritual and religiousÌý
          • Community service

          Benefits of RSOs

          • Access to shared RSO office space with computer, printer and phone
          • Official use of the ³Ô¹Ïtv name
          • Student activity fee funding
          • Option of planning events and reserving space on campus
          • Participation in official ³Ô¹Ïtv events and activity fairs
          • Access to exclusive leadership retreats and workshops
          • Support from Student Life

          Student Government Association

          The Student Government Association (SGA) advocates the interests of ³Ô¹Ïtv students, and fosters the development ofÌýemerging leaders and civic-minded individuals.

          Learn more about the Student Government Association.

          Greenlight Activities Board

          The student-run Greenlight Activities Board plans, advertises and staffs campus events for students … events like comedic acts, movies, concerts, lectures and other special events.

          Learn more about the Greenlight Activities Board.

          The Globe

          A student-founded and supported news source, reporting to the campus community.

          Campus Life and Surrounding Areas

          Check out local theaters, cheer on your favorite teams at Cool Ray Field and catch a show at the Gas South Arena. And just a short drive gets you to arts and museums in Atlanta, the local music scene in Athens, Georgia’s mountains, hiking trails and waterfalls, coastal communities and beaches, ziplining, shopping, gardens, historical sites, and so much more.