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

Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day 2025

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 and employers interested in hiring them to join us, along with our college faculty and staff.

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.

A Latte Love

Snacks and iced coffee will be provided in the PAF from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on February 13.

Disney College Program Visit

Visit with representatives from the Disney College Program to learn more about the College Program experience.  Hear from recruiter Dave Tucker and UGA’s three on-campus Disney Program Representatives. Drop in as your schedule allows. Follow the UGA Disney Reps on Instagram @disneyreps.uga.

Intern Hours

Join us for Intern Hours, a peer networking event for Grady College students. Each session features a group of current Grady students who had or have internships in Summer/Fall 2024 or Spring 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.

Washington DC Alumni Event

Join Grady alumni and friends at the Henri in Washington DC for a networking reception to welcome current students visiting the city. To RSVP, please click here.

Small Talk 101

Through our hit Professional Fridays series, the NMI has gathered years of feedback from industry partners about what traits help graduates land jobs. One common request is the development of soft skills. They need employees who can work on a team, solve problems, and demonstrate rockstar interpersonal skills. Just like with new technology, the NMI believes it takes practice to master a skill. Small Talk 101 will bring our current students together with industry experts, alumni and University friends to expand professional connections and practice networking skills. We will highlight tips and tricks to better relate in professional settings.Small Talk 101 is made possible by the support of Brooke MacLean (ABJ, 2011), CEO at Marketwake. Help our students build critical interpersonal skills. Join us on February 21 – and share with your colleagues! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/smalltalk2025