College is a smorgasbord of unique and life-changing experiences – toga parties, ultimate Frisbee marathons, writing a check for 48 cents and probably bouncing it. Paramount among all these is obtaining the knowledge and skills necessary to find a fulfilling career after graduation.

There’s an unspoken rule between parents and students here at the University.

When the folks come to visit, the kiddos can expect a good meal. You’ll find yourself exploring several of Athens’ staple restaurants, late nights at the Grill, brunches at the Grit, Southern dinners at Five Star Day . and luckily, they are all in a student’s budget.

The term “alumni” makes many students assume the UGA Alumni Association is exclusively for students who have graduated, but this assumption could prevent students from taking advantage of all that the organization has to offer. Founded in tradition, the UGA Alumni Association formed in 1834, the fourth alumni society in the U.

The newly-constructed Lamar Dodd School of Art is complete and faculty will relocate to the East Campus location throughout this summer.

In 2006, the contracting company Brasfield and Gorrie broke ground on the 167,000-square-foot facility, which ultimately cost the University an estimated $39 million.

The Health Center at the University of Georgia extends limitless support for busy college students and faculty. From the common cold to lactose intolerance, the Health Center provides a variety combination of services that aim to keep all 33,000 of the University’s bustling members healthy.

The Learning Center in Milledge Hall offers free tutoring in a variety of subjects such as writing, reading, math and career counseling. “Generally, first year students in English 1101 and 1102 need help with making a thesis statement, organizing an essay and grammar.

The loft is built. You’ve carried all of the boxes of clothes, DVDs and posters into the room. You’ve made two trips to Target. You’ve even bought school books. You’ve been so busy, you almost forgot you’re going to have to leave your son or daughter behind in Athens.

Waking up after a night of drinking with a DUI on your record is not the ideal way to spend a weekend in Athens, remain trusted by your parents or get ahead in your future career. COMMON ALCOHOL CONSEQUENCESDUI consequences in Georgia can include:  Fines of typically a minimum of $2,000 or more, depending on jurisdiction  Administrative license suspension and/or revocation  Court-appointed alcohol education classes and treatments  Community service  Installation of an ignition interlock system  Vehicle impounding or confiscation  Jail, with the term depending on the jurisdiction and the severity of the crime and number of offenses  A DUI conviction or plea of guilty or nolo contendere will be permanently placed on a record Underage possession consequences:  Misdemeanor  Up to six months imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $300  May be placed on an alcohol or drug information program University Police often set up safety checkpoints to ensure drivers have their licenses, are wearing seatbelts and have valid insurance, University Police Chief Jimmy Williamson said.

1,398 Total number of student arrests for the year. 980 Total number of male students arrested for the year. 418 Total number of female students arrested for the year. 82 Number of University employees arrested for the year. 599 Number of students arrested for underage possession.