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National AdPR Week
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-10 | GA
A celebration of the students, faculty and alumni who are part of the Department of Advertising and Public Relations. Grady College AdPR Careers Week will be held October 6 – 10, 2025.

Dow Jones News Fund Summer 2026 Internship Info Session
2025-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Join us for an info session for Grady College students with the Dow Jones News Fund (DJNF). Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/pCdPU4ZxQE-4lYdeLOAXNQ

The Dow Jones News Fund invites college students to apply for paid summer internships in audience engagement, business reporting, data journalism, digital media and multiplatform editing.

Each year DJNF arranges paid internships for nearly 100 college students across the country and provides them with advanced hands-on training, industry mentors and a robust peer and alumni network to tap into. Interns who are enrolled full-time or graduates with federal loans are also eligible for $1,500 scholarships.

Hear from Heather Taylor from DJNF, and two recent Grady College graduates who were Summer 2025 Interns: Libby Hobbs – The New York Times, multiplatform editing intern, and Julianna Russ – San Antonio Express-News business reporting intern.

To be considered, students must apply by Nov. 5, and take a timed, online qualifying test. There are five training tracks; students may apply for one or more. See more details here and learn more about the application process in the info session: https://dowjonesnewsfund.org/djnfinternships/

College sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students who are enrolled in school full-time as of Nov. 5, 2025, are eligible to apply. This includes December graduates. U.S. students studying abroad and international students already in the U.S. with work visas are also eligible. Former professionals (those who have worked full-time on staff as a journalist for a year or more) in the U.S. or abroad are not eligible.

If you are interested in applying, we strongly encourage you to attend to learn about the specifics of the application process.

Dawgs with the Dean
2025-10-08 11:00 - 13:00 | GA
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.

Intern Hours
2025-10-13 11:00 - 13:30, 2025-11-05 12:00 - 14:30 | Peyton Anderson Forum
Join us for Intern Hours, a peer networking event for Grady College students. Each session will feature a group of current Grady students who had or have internships in Summer or Fall 2025. Get tips on how they found their internships, how to prep for internship applications, what they did in the role and more. See details on this month’s featured interns on Instagram @UGAGradyCareers.

Photo Night 2025
2025-10-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Grady College Studio 100
Photojournalism and its impact at Grady College will be showcased during Photo Night 2025. The evening begins with a reception at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program beginning at 7 p.m.
The White House News Photographers Association’s Eyes of History exhibit will be on display.
This event features Valerie Plesch, David Walter Banks, and Kathryn Skeean.
This event is free and open to the public.

Fall 2025 Board of Trust Meeting
2025-10-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Peyton Anderson Forum
The Grady College Board of Trust will meet at the College on October 17, 2025.

AdPR Connection
2025-10-21 09:30 - 16:45 | Grady College, 120 Hooper St., Athens, GA, 30621, United States
The vision of the student co-directors is to facilitate an event that helps students learn more about themselves and the opportunities in Advertising and Public Relations with the hope that attendees can make find opportunities that to fit their personality, skills and needs.

Dawg Day of Gratitude
2025-10-22 08:30 - 10:30 | Peyton Anderson Forum
Join us in celebrating the incredible donors who help make your college experience even better!
Participate and receive a free CFA biscuit, koozie and button as a thank-you (while supplies last).

Transfer Students are the Milk to our Cereal
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Peyton Anderson Forum
Drop by and join Dean Davis for a cereal-ously delicious snack and the chance to meet other transfer students. Presented by the Grady Ambassadors.

Prospective Student Day
2025-10-24 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-05 14:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Register here to join us at Grady College Prospective Student Day!

GSPA Fall Conference
2025-10-28 09:00 - 15:00 | GA
The next conference will be on October 28, 2025, at the University of Georgia’s Tate Student Center.
For more information please visit: https://www.ugagspa.org/conference.

Book Discussion with Tom Johnson (ABJ '63)
2025-10-29 16:00 - 17:00 | UGA Special Collections Libraries, Auditorium, 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, 30605, United States
Join us for a conversation with former CEO of the Los Angeles Times and CNN Tom Johnson and Red and Black Executive Director Charlotte Varnum, as they discuss Johnson’s new book Driven: A Life in Public Service and Journalism from LBJ to CNN. The talk will begin with an introduction from University Librarian and Associate Provost Dr. Toby Graham at 4 p.m. A reception and a book signing with Johnson will follow the discussion.
This event is co-sponsored by Grady College, Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries, University of Georgia Press and the Willson Center for Humanities and Arts.

UGA Grady + MarTech Networking Breakfast: Storytelling Meets Technology
2025-11-04 08:30 - 10:30 | 245 Perimeter Center Pkwy, Suite 525 Atlanta
Join Dean Charles Davis (MA ’92) for a morning of connection and conversation with fellow Atlanta-area Grady alumni — and hear from two of our finest storytellers-turned-CEOs blazing trails in the world of marketing and technology.
Featuring:
– Brooke MacLean (ABJ ’11) – CEO, Marketwake, where storytelling drives growth for global brands
– Mark Gorlin (ABJ ’95) – Founder & CEO, Roadie, the pioneering logistics platform acquired by UPS
From Athens to Atlanta’s boardrooms, Brooke and Mark will share how their Grady degrees became the ultimate foundation for entrepreneurship, leadership and innovation.
Don’t miss this chance to network, be inspired and celebrate how Grady grads are shaping what’s next.
Click here to RSVP.

Open House for UGA Families Weekend
2025-11-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Peyton Anderson Forum
Students are families participating in UGA Families Weekend are invited to drop by for refreshments, meet faculty and staff and take self-guided tours of the building.

Prospective Student Day
2025-11-17 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-13 14:30 - 16:00 | Peyton Anderson Forum

NMIXpo
2025-12-05 | GA
NMIXpo marks an important chapter in the journeys of our Certificate and Emerging Media students, where they have the opportunity to show off digital products thoughtfully designed and developed to provide solutions to clients and the community. This semester’s project lineup is sure to impress!
Join us on Friday, December 5, as we explore the future of technology and innovation, connect with old and new friends and celebrate the achievements of our NMC and EM students!

Fall 2025 Grady Convocation Ceremony
2025-12-11 | Hugh Hodgson Performing Arts, 230 River Road, Athens, GA, 30602
Grady College’s Fall 2025 Convocation Celebration will take place on December 11, 2025.

Fall 2025 Graduation Celebration
2025-12-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Grady College Peyton Anderson Forum Room 238
Graduates and their parents are invited to celebrate with other graduates and faculty/staff at this drop-in celebration. Guests will enjoy light refreshments and photo opportunities with faculty and friends. Tickets are not required for the celebration at Grady.

I am a Mentee Day
2026-01-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Grady College Peyton Anderson Forum Room 238
We want to celebrate you, our UGA mentees. We applaud you for taking the step to sign up for the UGA Mentor Program and take advantage of this priceless opportunity to expand your network and form meaningful relationships. We are celebrating across campus all day.
Grady College mentees, visit us outside of the PAF from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for treats and writing a quick thank you note. If you are not enrolled in the program yet, stop by for more info!

Report for America Info Session
2026-01-21 17:45 - 18:15 | GA
https://thegtp-org.zoom.us/j/85692105212?pwd=[REDACTED]
Join this information session with Earl Johnson, Vice President of Recruitment for Report for America to learn about their mission and the application process for over 60 corps member report positions. Report for America is a national service program that places talented emerging journalists in local newsrooms to report on under-covered topics and communities across the United States and its territories.
Upcoming May graduates, as well as recent graduates, are welcome to join. Positions start in July 2026.

Grady College Career Day Panel on Zoom
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 | GA
Join us for this year’s Grady College Career Day panel ahead of the event on Thursday, Feb. 12. Hear from event sponsors for industry hiring insights, advice for your internships, entry-level roles, and more. Get to know our sponsors ahead of the event and follow up with them at the fair!
Register here on Handshake to receive the Zoom link.

Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day 2026
2026-02-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Tate Grand Hall
Career Day connects organizations with students seeking internships and full-time roles in digital, print and broadcast journalism, entertainment, film, production, advertising and public relations. In recent years, the event has drawn 30-40 employers and 450+ students. We welcome all Grady College students, employers interested in hiring them, and our college’s faculty and staff to join us.
This event is presented in partnership with the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and the UGA Career Center.
Employers interested in attending: find all event details and the registration link here.
Students: pre-registration is not necessary to attend. See the list of employers attending and details on prep events here on Handshake.

Intern Hours
2026-02-18 12:00 - 14:30 | GA
Join us for Intern Hours, a peer networking event for Grady College students. Each session will feature a group of current Grady students who had or have internships in Summer or Fall 2025 or Spring 2026.
Get tips on how they found their internships, how to prep for your own internship applications, what they did in the role and more. See details on this month’s featured interns on Instagram @UGAGradyCareers.

Washington, D.C. Alumni Reception
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Troutman Strategies, 401 9th Street, NW, Washington,, DC
For more than a decade Grady college students and faculty have visited Washington, D.C. to learn more about communications roles in the area and meet alumni. Join us to welcome the group and network with fellow alumni. Appetizers and non alcoholic beverages will be served.
Register here by Feb. 17.

Student Coffee Bar, presented by the PAW Program
2026-02-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Grady College Peyton Anderson Forum Room 238
Stop by this event to grab a free coffee, meet Grady’s Experiential Learning team and learn more about the PAW Program. Starting at 10 a.m. and going while supplies last.

Pitch Perfect: Networking for Film Festivals
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Grady College Peyton Anderson Forum Room 238
Building on a successful 2025 pilot, the 2026 Pitch Perfect program will offer focused, industry‑aligned preparation that reflects the current realities of Georgia’s entertainment landscape. The event equips students with the skills, confidence, and strategic awareness needed to navigate professional conversations, articulate their interests clearly, and leverage Backlight as a career‑building opportunity—not just a showcase
Students should attend if they’d like to get networking practice, to get more experience speaking about their creative projects or to prepare for the upcoming Backlight Student Film Festival on March 27.
Students can register to attend here on Handshake: https://uga.joinhandshake.com/events/1917606/share_preview

GSPA Spring Workshop and Awards
2026-03-18 08:00 - 14:30 | GA
The Georgia Scholastic Press Association and its middle and high school members from across the state will celebrate the best in scholastic journalism at the Spring Workshop and Awards. The event will be held at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. A workshop will lead the event, 9-11:45 a.m., followed by a banquet-style awards luncheon at noon, catered by the Georgia Center. Professional dress is suggested. The 2026 program will be a available closer to the event. Visit https://www.ugagspa.org/workshop-awards for more.
