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A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy

Thomas P. Lauth, Dean Emeritus of the School of Public and International Affairs and Professor Emeritus of Public Administration and Policy at the University of Georgia, died May 13, 2023, after 85 years of a life lived, by all accounts, fully, kindly, and well. Asked to reflect on his legacy, those closest to him, returned again and again to his innate goodness.

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Celebrating 20 Years of the Richard B. Russell Security Leadership Program

The Center for International Trade & Security’s (CITS) Richard B. Russell Security Leadership Program (SLP), which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, is a selective, year-long opportunity for undergraduate students interested in careers in national and international security. Since its inception, the SLP has trained hundreds of national security leaders, particularly on issues related to diplomacy, intelligence, WMD nonproliferation, human security, and strategic trade management.

 

Back-to-Back Rhodes Scholars

The Rhodes Scholarship is the oldest and most celebrated international fellowship award in the world. Mariah Cady (AB ’24) and Natalie Navarrete (AB’23) were named Rhodes Scholars in back-to-back years. Both Cady and Navarrete studied international affairs and were fellows in the Security Leadership Program through the Center for International Trade & Security. Read more about their impressive academic careers and their plans for the University of Oxford.

 

SPIA Ranks 4th in the Nation for Public Affairs Graduate Programs

The School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at the University of Georgia once again ranks among the top-tier Public Affairs Graduate Schools according to U.S. News & World Report. In the 2024 edition, SPIA is ranked fourth (tied) in the nation. SPIA has consistently ranked among the top-ten public affairs programs for over two decades. Among specialty rankings, SPIA is second in Public Management and Leadership, third in Public Finance and Budgeting, and fifth in Local Government Management.

School & Faculty News

SPIA Student Named 2024 Truman Scholar
SPIA Student Named 2024 Truman Scholar
SPIA Student Named 2024 Truman Scholar

Stephanie Schupska

Allie Maloney Named 2024 Scoville Fellow
Allie Maloney Named 2024 Scoville Fellow
Allie Maloney Named 2024 Scoville Fellow

Caroline Paczkowski

A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy
A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy
A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy

Melody Herrington

Thomas P. Lauth, Dean Emeritus of the School of Public and International Affairs and Professor Emeritus of Public Administration and Policy at the University of Georgia, died May 13, 2023, after 85 years of a life lived, by all accounts, fully, kindly, and well. Asked to reflect on his legacy, those closest to him, returned again and again to his innate goodness.

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Ashni Patel named a Schwarzman Scholar
Ashni Patel named a Schwarzman Scholar
Ashni Patel named a Schwarzman Scholar

Stephanie Schupska

Dr. Boyd Receives William A. Owens Creative Research Award
Dr. Boyd Receives William A. Owens Creative Research Award
Dr. Boyd Receives William A. Owens Creative Research Award
Dr. Dougherty Named 2024 Meigs Teaching Professor
Dr. Dougherty Named 2024 Meigs Teaching Professor
Dr. Dougherty Named 2024 Meigs Teaching Professor
Dr. Murdie Named 2023-2024 Regents’ Professor
Dr. Murdie Named 2023-2024 Regents’ Professor
Dr. Murdie Named 2023-2024 Regents’ Professor

Hannah Gallant

Dr. Zimmermann receives 2024 Russell Award and UGA Team Impact Award
Dr. Zimmermann receives 2024 Russell Award and UGA Team Impact Award
Dr. Zimmermann receives 2024 Russell Award and UGA Team Impact Award

Hannah Gallant

FBI Director Delivers Annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
FBI Director Delivers Annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
FBI Director Delivers Annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability

Caroline Paczkowski

Graduate advisor helps students plan for the future
Graduate advisor helps students plan for the future
Graduate advisor helps students plan for the future

Averi Caldwell

Research: Homelessness leads to more drug, alcohol poisoning deaths
Research: Homelessness leads to more drug, alcohol poisoning deaths
Research: Homelessness leads to more drug, alcohol poisoning deaths

Leigh Hataway

Research: Hospital regulations spur an increase in breastfeeding, but at what cost?
Research: Hospital regulations spur an increase in breastfeeding, but at what cost?
Research: Hospital regulations spur an increase in breastfeeding, but at what cost?

Leigh Hataway

SPIA assistant professor examines pressing issues in health economics
SPIA assistant professor examines pressing issues in health economics
SPIA assistant professor examines pressing issues in health economics

Caroline Paczkowski

Taking the Stage: Three SPIA Faculty and Students Speak at TEDxUGA 2023
Taking the Stage: Three SPIA Faculty and Students Speak at TEDxUGA 2023
Taking the Stage: Three SPIA Faculty and Students Speak at TEDxUGA 2023

Melody Herrington

Two SPIA Students Named Pickering Fellows
Two SPIA Students Named Pickering Fellows
Two SPIA Students Named Pickering Fellows

Stephanie Schupska

UGA Hosts Senators Machin, Blunt at First Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
UGA Hosts Senators Machin, Blunt at First Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
UGA Hosts Senators Machin, Blunt at First Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
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SPIA Student Named 2024 Truman Scholar
SPIA Student Named 2024 Truman Scholar
SPIA Student Named 2024 Truman Scholar

Stephanie Schupska

Allie Maloney Named 2024 Scoville Fellow
Allie Maloney Named 2024 Scoville Fellow
Allie Maloney Named 2024 Scoville Fellow

Caroline Paczkowski

A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy
A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy
A Tribute to Dean Thomas P. Lauth: Life and Legacy

Melody Herrington

Thomas P. Lauth, Dean Emeritus of the School of Public and International Affairs and Professor Emeritus of Public Administration and Policy at the University of Georgia, died May 13, 2023, after 85 years of a life lived, by all accounts, fully, kindly, and well. Asked to reflect on his legacy, those closest to him, returned again and again to his innate goodness.

Read More >

Ashni Patel named a Schwarzman Scholar
Ashni Patel named a Schwarzman Scholar
Ashni Patel named a Schwarzman Scholar

Stephanie Schupska

Dr. Boyd Receives William A. Owens Creative Research Award
Dr. Boyd Receives William A. Owens Creative Research Award
Dr. Boyd Receives William A. Owens Creative Research Award
Dr. Dougherty Named 2024 Meigs Teaching Professor
Dr. Dougherty Named 2024 Meigs Teaching Professor
Dr. Dougherty Named 2024 Meigs Teaching Professor
Dr. Murdie Named 2023-2024 Regents’ Professor
Dr. Murdie Named 2023-2024 Regents’ Professor
Dr. Murdie Named 2023-2024 Regents’ Professor

Hannah Gallant

Dr. Zimmermann receives 2024 Russell Award and UGA Team Impact Award
Dr. Zimmermann receives 2024 Russell Award and UGA Team Impact Award
Dr. Zimmermann receives 2024 Russell Award and UGA Team Impact Award

Hannah Gallant

FBI Director Delivers Annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
FBI Director Delivers Annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability
FBI Director Delivers Annual Getzen Lecture on Government Accountability

Caroline Paczkowski

Graduate advisor helps students plan for the future
Graduate advisor helps students plan for the future
Graduate advisor helps students plan for the future

Averi Caldwell

Research: Homelessness leads to more drug, alcohol poisoning deaths
Research: Homelessness leads to more drug, alcohol poisoning deaths
Research: Homelessness leads to more drug, alcohol poisoning deaths

Leigh Hataway

Research: Hospital regulations spur an increase in breastfeeding, but at what cost?
Research: Hospital regulations spur an increase in breastfeeding, but at what cost?
Research: Hospital regulations spur an increase in breastfeeding, but at what cost?

Leigh Hataway

SPIA assistant professor examines pressing issues in health economics
SPIA assistant professor examines pressing issues in health economics
SPIA assistant professor examines pressing issues in health economics

Caroline Paczkowski

Taking the Stage: Three SPIA Faculty and Students Speak at TEDxUGA 2023
Taking the Stage: Three SPIA Faculty and Students Speak at TEDxUGA 2023
Taking the Stage: Three SPIA Faculty and Students Speak at TEDxUGA 2023

Melody Herrington

Two SPIA Students Named Pickering Fellows
Two SPIA Students Named Pickering Fellows
Two SPIA Students Named Pickering Fellows

Stephanie Schupska

UGA Hosts Senators Machin, Blunt at First Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
UGA Hosts Senators Machin, Blunt at First Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
UGA Hosts Senators Machin, Blunt at First Johnny Isakson Symposium on Political Civility
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Alumni News

Empowering Nurse Leadership through Public Administration
Empowering Nurse Leadership through Public Administration
Empowering Nurse Leadership through Public Administration

Caroline Paczkowski

Building Bridges and Shaping Futures: A Decade of Impact with the SPIA Student Ambassador Program
Building Bridges and Shaping Futures: A Decade of Impact with the SPIA Student Ambassador Program
Building Bridges and Shaping Futures: A Decade of Impact with the SPIA Student Ambassador Program

Caroline Paczkowski

Championing Public Service with Passion and Purpose
Championing Public Service with Passion and Purpose
Championing Public Service with Passion and Purpose

Caroline Paczkowski

Overcoming the Odds
Overcoming the Odds
Overcoming the Odds

J. Ryan Leonard

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Empowering Nurse Leadership through Public Administration
Empowering Nurse Leadership through Public Administration
Empowering Nurse Leadership through Public Administration

Caroline Paczkowski

Building Bridges and Shaping Futures: A Decade of Impact with the SPIA Student Ambassador Program
Building Bridges and Shaping Futures: A Decade of Impact with the SPIA Student Ambassador Program
Building Bridges and Shaping Futures: A Decade of Impact with the SPIA Student Ambassador Program

Caroline Paczkowski

Championing Public Service with Passion and Purpose
Championing Public Service with Passion and Purpose
Championing Public Service with Passion and Purpose

Caroline Paczkowski

Overcoming the Odds
Overcoming the Odds
Overcoming the Odds

J. Ryan Leonard

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Public Affairs Graduate School (U.S. News and World Report)

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Public Management and Leadership Specialization (U.S. News & World Report)

Truman Scholars

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Public Budgeting and Finance Specialization (U.S. News & World Report)

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Local Government Management Specialization (U.S. News & World Report)

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Public Affairs Graduate School (U.S. News and World Report)

Rhodes Scholars

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Public Management and Leadership Specialization (U.S. News & World Report)

Truman Scholars

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Public Budgeting and Finance Specialization (U.S. News & World Report)

Study Abroad Programs

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Local Government Management Specialization (U.S. News & World Report)

$2.37M

FY23 research expenditures

%

placement rate within 6 months of graduation.

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