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Georgia Putting Kids First

During tough times, Georgia schools have had to adjust to such issues as digital learning, teacher shortages and budget cuts. And while the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted many school districts, the state emerged from it with economic strength and a…

Hip-hop Influences Everything

Dr. Joycelyn Wilson writes out the lyrics to Seasame Street by GOODie Mob. This song, which had a great impact in her life, is one of many that she uses to teach about social issues and…

The Future of DeKalb is Inclusive and Prosperous 

Sustainable growth within a community is often the result of creative collaboration, innovation, and inclusive vision. In an ever-changing economic landscape, a dynamic and opportunity-focused approach to development is what allows communities to grow in a way that is accessible…

Driving for Change

Here in Georgia, the drive toward electric is going, well, full steam ahead. Yes, Rivian and Hyundai are the big newsmakers, but on another front, an electric-powered transformation is unfolding in the state. Schools, universities, transit systems and companies like…

Public Service National Champions

Georgia’s Public Service and Outreach staff likes to say UGA won three recent national championships. Two were the back-to-back 2022 and 2023 NCAA football championships. The other was for public service. Celebrating Progress: Misti Martin, president and…