Study Away

Go Global With Grady

Whether you choose to stay domestic or go abroad, explore our study away opportunities and gain a better understanding of the world we live in while earning course credit.

Go Global With Grady

Whether you choose to stay domestic or go abroad, explore our study away opportunities and gain a better understanding of the world we live in while earning course credit.

Go Global With Grady

Whether you choose to stay domestic or go abroad, explore our study away opportunities and gain a better understanding of the world we live in while earning course credit.

Perspectives

“The NY Maymester Field Study program was one of the best trips I’ve ever been on. If you are interested in anything media related, you NEED to go on this trip. I feel so much more prepared for the professional world.”

LaDania Dean

Advertising, NYC Maymester Field Study

Perspectives

“Grady LA is a fantastic experience that will make you consider whether or not you want
to live in Los Angeles.”

Meli Nunyakpe

EMST, LA Field Study Internship

Perspectives

“The country slogan ‘Croatia, full of life’ rings true. In Croatia, I experienced the
friendliest people and the most breathtaking scenery of any European country I have ever
visited. You just have to see it for yourself.”

Jayden Henson

Journalism, International Mass Communication in Croatia

Perspectives

“Grady LA taught me skills and built confidence in me so that I can pursue any
opportunities in this field without fear.”

Michael Farrar

EMST, LA Field Study Internship

The Latest

Read the newest headlines, get updates and discover events happening at Grady.

Headshot of Carolyn Tieger and a copy of the Ex-PRIZE logo.

Ex-PRIZE to support experiential learning and travel for Grady College students

There is no doubt that UGA students receive rich benefits from international and study-away travel experiences, but many times financial constraints prevent these opportunities from taking place. Carolyn Tieger (ABJ […]

A photo of Christina Koebel in front of the water in Cannes, France.

40 Under 40 honoree profile: Christina Koebel

Congratulations to Christina Koebel (ABJ ’07), Chief of Staff to the CEO at The Weather Company, an IBM Business. Koebel is a Grady College alumna and an honoree in this […]

Students return from covering World Cup with sharpened skills and AP bylines

This summer, 17 University of Georgia sports media and visual journalism students traveled to Australia to cover the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup for The Associated Press. “It’s one thing […]

Students serve as production assistants on World War II documentary

For fourth-year student Xander Chiaramonte, the opportunity to help film interviews with World War II historians on location in France created some incredible summer memories. “I think the benefit of […]

Grady’s Inaugural Chicago Field Study and Internship Program introduces students to a unique market

This summer, thirteen Grady students participated in the inaugural Chicago Field Study and Internship Program, securing internships in the media and communications industries. Dr. Jennifer Griffith served as the faculty […]

Grady College launches 2 new study away programs

This summer, Grady College is offering two new study away programs, in Chicago and Croatia, and bringing back the Travel Writing in Prague program. Information sessions on these programs and […]

Students return from first-ever Health Journalism in Cuba study away trip

From May 30 to June 8, a group of students from Grady College participated in a new study away Maymester program in Havana, Cuba. The program, titled “Health Journalism in […]

Events

Students walking outside of Grady College.

Prospective Student Day (Virtual)

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 Grady College Convocation

Congratulations to our spring 2024 graduates!

Grady College’s Spring 2024 Convocation Celebration will take place in the Grand Hall, Athens Classic Center at 300 N Thomas St. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. for the ceremony that starts at 2 p.m. All students wishing to participate in the ceremony must arrive for check-in before 1:45 p.m. You will receive your name card and wait for the processional to begin. Graduates will have their names read in front of family, friends, faculty and staff as they walk across the stage. Dress is professional; caps and gowns are not worn for Grady Convocation. The ceremony will be live streamed. Tickets are not required for graduates or their guests for the convocation. Please RSVP here before May 1, 2024.
 

Four Grady College students pose for a photo in the PAF with graduation caps on.

Spring 2024 Grady College Graduation Celebration

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 Dean Davis and others. Tickets are not required for the celebration at Grady.  

UGA Spring 2024 Undergraduate Commencement

Ceremony start time: 7:30 p.m. – Graduates should arrive by 6:45 p.m. Doors open: 5:30 p.m. Tickets are required for all graduates at the Spring Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony. More information will be posted to the website under Tickets. Tickets Graduates must register for a ticket to sit on the field. All eligible graduates will receive further instructions on ticket registration via email prior to the registration opening. Undergraduate students who apply to graduate for Spring 2024 or Summer 2024 by the graduation application deadline will be eligible to register for tickets. Check here for more information. For questions regarding eligibility for graduation, please contact the Office of the Registrar at reghelp@uga.edu.

GAB Radio Talent Institute

APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW! Take a huge step toward starting your career in On Air, Podcasting, Streaming, Audio Production, News/Talk, Sports, Social Media, Sales, Marketing, Promotions and more! This week-long opportunity runs May 13 – May 18, 2024. Limited need-based scholarships available. The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GAB) Radio Talent Institute™ at the Grady College of Journalism creates opportunities for new and emerging careers in media.  It is truly an incubator of well-rounded, well-educated college students, or recent graduates with a passion for media and a determination to get into the business. The National Radio Talent System™ is made up of multiple Talent Institutes at colleges and universities throughout the United States. Each institute brings in industry professionals from around the country as Guest Speakers who bring their real-world knowledge to this intensive 6-day summer program. The GAB Radio Talent Institute™ at Grady College is the campus-to-career connection most students need to begin their broadcast career, each not only learning from the dozens of pros but are able to network with them individually. This proves invaluable, as most will otherwise never have such an opportunity to meet and speak with these professionals. Likewise, these pros already have an introduction to these students who are available for open positions. Upon completion of the institute, students will further their networking opportunities with access the National Radio Talent System’s Career Center. This is where those in the industry are able to discover and hire NRTS graduates, who very likely, will be tomorrow’s industry leaders. Learn more and apply.

L.A. Alumni Event

Save the date for our Grady College alumni event in Los Angeles. Details will be announced closer to the date.