Electric buses transform UGA’s transit system
The University of Georgia is revving up its approach to sustainability. With 33 new Proterra electric buses set to be in circulation by 2021, UGA is making the transportation industry a little greener.
GIS coordinator collects, maintains data on university’s facilities
Adam Ghafourian knows the buildings and streets of UGA’s campuses from top to bottom. He can tell you what’s in them, around them and under them.
As GIS coordinator in the Office of University Architects, he’s responsible for collecting and maintaining that data. GIS, or geographic information systems, are computer-based tools used to store, visualize, analyze and interpret geographic data.
“There is so much data that we need to collect,” he said. “We’re working on being a better communicator of that data and being a resource for the university community.”
Position coordinator helps others succeed
Leah Melnik considers herself a connector. As a position management coordinator for FMD, she supports 800+ staff across 13 teams throughout their employment journeys...Read More
UGA Green Labs named Outstanding Program
UGA’s Green Labs program earned the 2023 Outstanding Green Labs Program Award from the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories...
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UGA dedicates new Poultry Science Building
A new home for the University of Georgia’s next generation of poultry scientists and industry leaders officially opened its doors on Oct. 6 as the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences dedicated its new Poultry Science Building...Read More
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Associate payroll director shares how small details can have a big impact in her work
Amanda Ganger’s career has all added up to her current position. “I always try to keep a positive attitude about anything that happens,” she said. “Work hard and never get discouraged. That project you’re asked to serve on that seems like it will never end will ultimately be a growing experience.”
UGA to buy 13 more electric buses with federal grant
The University of Georgia has been awarded $7.46 million under the Federal Transit Administration’s Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program to purchase an additional 13 electric buses. The funding, along with UGA’s 30% matching share, will grow the university’s fleet to 33 electric buses, representing a tremendous step forward in reducing emissions and increasing opportunities for experiential learning and research.
UGA developing a new Staff Competency Model
The University of Georgia Human Resources department is leading the charge in developing a new staff competency model that will benefit UGA staff in the coming years. A staff competency model organizes job responsibilities into clusters that help to frame the knowledge, skills, abilities and other attributes needed to perform effectively in any staff role across the university.
Dining Services manager shares the lessons he’s learned from cheese pizza
Gregg Hudson can tell a lot from a simple slice of cheese pizza. He can tell if the oven is running hot or cold. He can tell how long it was baked. He can tell if the person preparing it has mastered the proper balance of crust, sauce, cheese and toppings. And it’s his goal to make sure his customers love every bite
