Undergraduate Studies

Undergraduate Studies

Perfect the art and science of telling the story

Through classroom and hands-on learning, our students develop innovative, multimedia skills and gain a critical understanding for how stories and messages are effectively crafted, shared and understood.

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Advertising Three people, including Grady, work around a white poster on a stone surface, creating a mind map about “STORY” with red markers. Various story elements like plot, message, and setting branch out from the center.

Advertising

Enroll in a top-5 nationally ranked program educating future leaders in creative and advertising careers.

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Entertainment & Media Studies A woman interviews a man in a suit—possibly director Grady—on the red carpet at the Backlight Student Film Festival. A camera films them in front of a banner with the festival’s name and logo.

Entertainment & Media Studies

Innovate through skills and conceptual courses for careers in film and television entertainment.

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Journalism

Serve industries and communities through audio, visual and written storytelling in the digital media world.

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Public Relations

Learn essential and versatile skills in traditional and new media for effective communication in the 21st century.

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Certificates

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Double Dawgs

The Double Dawgs program creates programs for qualified students to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree within a five-year timeframe.

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The Latest

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

Read more about Ph.D. Profile — Lexie Little
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Ph.D. Profile — Lexie Little

Lexie Little’s (MA ’21, PhD ’26) research focuses on the intersections of mass media history, culture, celebrity and memory. Her work appears in peer-reviewed publications such as Journalism History and […]

Read more about Inaugural Executive Certificate in Crisis and Risk Management brings together leaders
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Inaugural Executive Certificate in Crisis and Risk Management brings together leaders

 The Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT) at Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, in partnership with Terry College of Business and UGA School of Law, hosted the inaugural three-day […]

Read more about 2025-26 Yarbrough Fellows
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2025-26 Yarbrough Fellows

Each semester, Grady College selects four students to be Yarbrough Fellows. Lily Alarcon, Grace Carter, Anyi Morfaw, Sarah Kate Maher and NaYoung Song have been named as the 2025-26 Yarbrough […]

Read more about Profiles of Tenacity: Brooks Thomason
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Profiles of Tenacity: Brooks Thomason

Brooks Thomason is a fourth-year Journalism major with certificates in sports media and news literacy from Alpharetta, Georgia, set to graduate in May 2027. Thomason is the Sports Director at […]

Read more about David Clementson publishes Midterm Election Curse research
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David Clementson publishes Midterm Election Curse research

Results from a new UGA study suggest some voters are more likely to support GOP candidates who admit President Trump has erred and broken campaign promises. Self-identified Democratic voters say they are more inclined to support Republicans for Congress in November if GOP candidates seek forgiveness on […]

Read more about Alumni Award Profile: Eric NeSmith (ABJ ’02)
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Alumni Award Profile: Eric NeSmith (ABJ ’02)

Eric NeSmith is the publisher and co-owner at The Bitter Southerner, a media outlet that tells stories about the South through print magazines, books, podcasts and e-commerce. NeSmith’s background in […]

Events

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Ask Me Anything (about Grady)

New to Grady? Thinking about applying? Just want to find out more about the college you love? Representing a variety of majors, certificate programs and experiences, the Grady Ambassadors know a LOT about Grady. Stop by for a snack, some swag and get your questions about Grady answered.

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Intern Hours

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.

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Prospective Student Day

Register here to join us at Grady College Prospective Student Day!

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Spring 2026 Grady Convocation Ceremony

Grady College’s Spring 2026 Convocation Celebration will take place on May 6, 2026.

  • The ceremony will start at 2 p.m.
  • Graduates will have their names read in front of family, friends, faculty and staff as they cross the stage.
  • Dress is professional; caps and gowns are not worn for Grady Convocation.
  • Guests are asked to remain in their seats and not take pictures at the stage. Photos will be taken of each graduate crossing the stage and will be available free of charge after the event on the UGAGrady Flickr account.
  • The ceremony will be recorded and posted within 24 hours on the UGA Grady YouTube channel.
  • Students must register for convocation. Registration will open in April.
  • Tickets are not required for Spring Convocation.
  • Parking is available at one of several downtown parking lots. Please allow plenty of time to park and arrive as there will be convocation ceremonies downtown for other UGA units that same day.
More information can be found at https://grady.uga.edu/graduation/

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Spring 2026 Grady Graduation Celebration

Graduates and their parents are invited to celebrate with other graduates and faculty/staff at this drop-in celebration from 5 to 6:30  p.m. on May 8, 2026. Guests will enjoy light refreshments and photo opportunities with Dean Davis and others. Tickets are not required for the celebration at Grady College.

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GAB Media and Career Academy

The Georgia Association of Broadcasters’ Media and Career Academy is a chance for college students and recent graduates to network and connect while learning more about exciting opportunities in podcasting, television, radio, streaming, news/talk, sports, social media, sales, marketing, promotions and more! Industry professionals from around the country will bring their real-world knowledge to this intensive 6-day summer program. More details coming soon.

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Your media career starts here. Choose from four majors: Advertising, Entertainment and Media Studies, Journalism and Public Relations.

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