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UGA Community Branding program takes top honors at national competition

October 21, 2025

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government’s Community Branding program, led by faculty member Kaitlin Messich, was awarded top honors in the Place category at the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) Awards of Excellence in October.

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UGA’s PROPEL Ramble connects rural Georgia leaders, communities

October 20, 2025

Community leaders recently gathered in Fitzgerald to share insights, build connections and explore new strategies for strengthening their communities as part of the University of Georgia’s PROPEL rural development program.

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UGA receives national recognition for economic development work across Georgia

September 29, 2025

Institute programs among finalists for APLU, UEDA awards

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