Alumni

Grady Greats panel at “The View” studios on Feb. 20, 2024, included moderator Deborah Roberts (ABJ ’82) and paneliets Will Carr (ABJ ’06), Mary Katharine Ham (ABJ ’02), Joseph Watson, Jr., Carolyn Caudell Tieger Professor of Public Affairs Communication, Michael Giarrusso (ABJ ’92) and Deborah Norville (ABJ ’79). Photo: ABC/ Lorenzo Bevilaqua

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A headshot of Mark, along with text that introduces him as a 2024 Fellowship inductee.

2024 Fellowship Profile: Mark Schlabach (ABJ ’96)

Mark Schlabach is a senior writer and reporter for ESPN, covering college football and golf. He has worked at the Worldwide Leader in Sports for nearly 18 years, after having […]

Ed Grisamore headshot with headline text: Alumni Award Honoree and Fellowship Inudutee

Fellowship Profile: Ed Grisamore (ABJ ’78)

Congratulations to Ed Grisamore (ABJ ’78) on being named the 2024 John Holliman Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and a Fellowship inductee. Named after the late John Holliman, Grady alumnus […]

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2024 Fellowship Profile: Rick Dunn (ABJ ’93)

Congratulations to Rick Dunn (ABJ ’93) on being named a 2024 Fellowship inductee. Dunn is the founder of the Athens-Clarke County High School Completion Initiative (HSCI). The 501 (c)(3) organization […]

Stephanie Duttenhaver and Cindy Edwards pose for a picture on a dock.

Sapelo Skin Care built on perseverence and trust

Congratulations to Cindy Edwards (ABJ ’86) and Stephanie Duttenhaver on being named to this year’s Bulldog 100 honoree list by the UGA Alumni Association. Edwards and Duttenhaver co-founded Sapelo Skin […]

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Grady College names 2024 Grady Fellowship inductees

Grady College is proud to announce the class of 2024 Grady Fellowship inductees: Rick Dunn (ABJ ’93), Cynthia Graubart (ABJ ’82), Mark Schlabach (ABJ ’96) and Gy Waldron (ABJ ’55). […]

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Grady College announces 2024 Alumni Award recipients

Grady College is proud to announce honorees for its annual Alumni Awards, recognizing alumni who have established a tradition of service and achievement in their careers. Alumni Award recipients will […]

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Bulldog 100 Honoree Interview: Trevor Williams (ABJ ’02, MA ’04)

This is one of a series of interviews honoring Grady College alumni who have been recognized as Bulldog 100 recipients in 2024. The Bulldog 100 is sponsored by the UGA Alumni Association […]

Selby Hill poses in a yoga stance at her studio, Yonder Yoga.

Bulldog 100 Honoree Interview: Selby Hill (ABJ ’14)

This is one of a series of interviews honoring Grady College alumni who have been recognized as Bulldog 100 recipients in 2024. The Bulldog 100 is sponsored by the UGA Alumni Association […]

Marie Hunter holding a Bulldog bobble head.

Bulldog 100 honoree interview: Marie Hunter (ABJ ’02)

This is one of a series of interviews honoring Grady College alumni who have been recognized as Bulldog 100 recipients in 2024. The Bulldog 100 is sponsored by the UGA Alumni Association […]

Tom Etheridge posing in front of rugs at an expo

Bulldog 100 Honoree Interview: Tom Etheridge (ABJ ’94)

This is one of a series of interviews honoring Grady College alumni who have been recognized as Bulldog 100 recipients in 2024. The Bulldog 100 is sponsored by the UGA Alumni Association […]

Perspectives

“I want to inspire another kid…who might be dreaming of doing big things but may not even think it’s possible, and I want to give that kid a possibility of great success.”

Deborah Roberts

(ABJ ’82) Co-Host, 20/20; ABC News National Sr. Affairs Correspondent

Perspectives

“”What I am thrilled to see at is how well Grady has kept up with that change and is really at the vanguard of instructing our students to use those same time honored principals of journalism with the new digital world with which we live and practice.”

Deborah Norville

(ABJ ’79), Host, Inside Edition

Perspectives

“What we all have in common in the room is storytelling and diversity has got to be one of our key priorities.”

Jason Kreher

ABJ ’00 Chief Creative Officer, Accenture Song

Perspectives

“With Dean Davis and all that the college has done, they’ve created so many opportunities here such as the mentorship program and Grady LA. When it comes to making connections, just ask for that intro.”

Tim Mapes

ABJ ’86 Chief Marketing and Communications Office, Delta Air Lines

Perspectives

“With Dean Davis and all that the college has done, they’ve created so many opportunities here such as the mentorship program and Grady LA. When it comes to making connections, just ask for that intro.”

Chad Mumm

ABJ ’08 Co-founder and chief creative director of Vox Media

Perspectives

“I had a great education and great teachers. … It turned out to be a great decision and I am proud to say I went to the University of Georgia every single day.”

Maxine Clark

(ABJ ’71) Founder, Build-A-Bear Workshop

Perspectives

Greg Bluestein

(ABJ ’04), political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Perspectives

“The thing that keeps pulling me back to UGA is the Grady College. I remember sitting in those desks. I love speaking to the kids, and I think that’s part of the responsibility that goes with having a long career in journalism. You want to share the experience with the next generation of broadcasters and raise up that next wave of journalists, especially at the University of Georgia.”

Ernie Johnson

ABJ ’78 Host of “Inside the NBA”

Perspectives

“The biggest thing I remember about the school is the willingness of everyone to make you be your best self. I had wonderful professors who pushed you as hard as they could, but they also loved you and let you know you could accomplish any of your goals if you put in the hard work and effort.”

Maria Taylor

ABJ ’09, MBA ’13 Host for NBC sports and “Football Night in America”

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Board of trust

The Grady Board of Trust is one the college’s most influential boards of alumni and friends lending support and guidance. In addition to serving as ambassadors and leaders who can attract resources to the college, the BOT is the sponsoring organization of the Grady Fellowship, a recognition of alumni and friends who by virtue of their accomplishments and service are members emeritus of the BOT.

Alumni Board

The Alumni Board is an advisory group responsible for contributing to, and supporting the development of activities for alumni and friends of the college. The board serves as the conduit between the college and its alumni. It is comprised of members from a variety of Grady majors, professions, geographical areas and graduation years.

Events

Dean Davis with a sgroup of Grady Ambassadors on the Schnitzer Family Media Lawn. They are standing in front of a table that has many bags of Lays potato chips.

Dawgs with the Dean Spring 2024

Students, faculty and staff are welcome to join Dean Davis for a hot dog lunch on the lawn (while supplies last). This bi-annual event is a College favorite and a great opportunity to network with others.

TEDxUGA 2024

Join the University of Georgia for the 11th annual TEDxUGA. A snapshot captures a fleeting moment in its purest form, unfiltered and unrestrained. One snapshot is a single perspective, but when united with others, a gallery emerges. TEDxUGA 2024 will provide a lens into the gallery of ideas that exist within the University of Georgia community. Join us as we explore the candid experiences, groundbreaking research, and innovative scholarship that will frame the future. For more information about the event, presenters, and more, please visit the 2024 Event and Team pages. Learn more & Register: https://tedxuga.com/register/

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Executive Education in Crisis Communication

Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication and Terry College of Business have partnered to offer an executive education program in crisis communication and management. This intensive, one-day, in-person program will supply business leaders with the knowledge, skills and efficacy to lead through crises, influence stakeholders, leverage resources and enhance business processes. The program, “Empowering Leaders: How to Excel Through Crisis With Proven Strategies,” is set to kick off at the Terry Executive Education Center in Atlanta on April 12, 2024, and run from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Learn more and register: https://www.terry.uga.edu/executive/crisis-communication-think-tank/

New and returning students walk out of Grady during the first day of classes 2022.

Prospective Student Day

Prospective Student Day is an opportunity for prospective high school and transfer students and their parents to learn more about Grady College. In addition to a guided tour, students will hear about admission and eligibility requirements and programs of study. Spring 2024 tour dates are Feb. 23, March 22 (virtual), April 12 and May 3 (virtual). Register here: https://grady.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_enQpNm1Ixq2GGIS For questions or to schedule a private visit, please contact: Marcella Genut, Prospective Student Advisor. Email: gradyprospective@uga.edu.

Spring 2024 Board of Trust and Alumni Board meeting

The Grady College Board of Trust and Alumni Board will meet at Grady College on Friday, April 26.

Grady Salutes

We look forward to recognizing our Alumni Award honorees and Grady Fellowship inductees at Grady Salutes on April 26, 2024, on the Schnitzer Family Media Lawn. Register here.