Update from President Jere W. Morehead

 

University of Georgia

- OCTOBER 2026 - 

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Being ranked among the nation’s top 20 public universities by U.S. News & World Report for an 11th consecutive year is more than a measure of consistency. This distinction reflects the sustained commitment of our faculty, staff and students to excellence and to ensuring that a UGA education continues to prepare our graduates to lead. Our selection as one of three national finalists in APLU’s Excellence in Student Success Award offers another encouraging sign of the progress made possible by this shared commitment.

This issue of Inside the Arch highlights several ways UGA is building on that strong foundation. You will find a closer look at UGA’s performance across several national rankings, including recognition for academic quality and value. You also will learn about the tools, programs and courses helping faculty and students explore artificial intelligence responsibly. Finally, we look back at Homecoming and the concert at the newly renovated Legion Field, a renewed gathering place for our students and broader campus community.

As we approach the midpoint of the fall semester, I am grateful for the dedication you bring to the University of Georgia each day. Together, we are advancing our mission and creating new opportunities for our students, our state and the communities we serve.

Go Dawgs!

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Jere W. Morehead
President

Students with backpacks walk along a sunny campus sidewalk past a large red-brick academic building with a rounded tower, framed by tree branches.

UGA extends top 20 streak among public universities to 11 years

For the 11th consecutive year, the University of Georgia is among the nation’s top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 rankings, highlighting more than a decade of national excellence.

Students work on laptops at a table while an instructor and another student review lines of code on a large wall of monitors.

UGA expands AI resources for campus community

New tools, courses and programs are helping students, faculty and staff explore artificial intelligence while supporting its responsible use across teaching, learning and research.

A large nighttime crowd gathers on a university campus lawn, with a brightly lit Ferris wheel and carnival rides in the background. University buildings and trees surround the event.

Homecoming events highlight Legion Field

UGA celebrated Homecoming with a week of traditions and festivities, including the return of the Homecoming Concert and some of the first major events at the newly redeveloped Legion Field.

CAMPUS SNAPSHOT

An aerial view at sunset shows students standing together on the football field at Sanford Stadium to form a giant red 'G' logo.

Model United Nations representatives during the Homecoming parade in Downtown Athens.

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