University of Georgia
College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Diversity Affairs

Many paths, one mission
The Office of Diversity Affairs is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment for students, faculty and staff from all backgrounds and ethnicities. Our goal is to foster the individual growth and strong relationship-building skills that empower our students to effectively contribute and excel in a global society.
About the Office Diversity Programs for CAES Students
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Meet the staff
Meet the staff
Learn more about the CAES Office of Diversity Affairs and meet our staff.
Scholarships
Scholarships
There are a variety of scholarships available for minority students at UGA and CAES. View an expansive list and learn how to apply.
Clubs
Clubs
The UGA Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) Club empowers individuals of under-represented and diverse backgrounds through continuing education, peer and professional mentor networks.
Outreach
Outreach
The CAES Office of Diversity Affairs is engaged in K-12 outreach and exposing students to agricultural, food and environmental sciences. Learn how to get your school involved!

Scholarships Awarded through IMPACT Fellowship Program

The office of Diversity Affairs is accepting applications for participation in the IMPACT Fellowship Program. IMPACT is a semester-long fellowship to help students prepare for a career in agriculture. IMPACT provides leadership and professional development opportunities through workshops and mentoring to support success after graduation. Applicants must submit a plan of action for their final year/semester of study outlining internship or graduate program plans that will lead to employment in agriculture.

Successful applicants must be full-time juniors and seniors enrolled in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Strong candidates will demonstrate leadership and service in the University community. Five students will be selected and awarded a stipend for Spring 2019. The deadline to apply is November 15, 2019 at 5 p.m.

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Events

The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences presents “A Conversation with Lidia Bastianich: A Life of Love, Family and Food." Bastianich is an Emmy award-winning public television host, a best-selling author, a successful restaurateur, and owner of a flourishing food and entertainment business.  She is a member of Les Dames D’Escoffier and founding member of Women Chefs and Restaurateurs. She is also a champion for the United Nations Association of the United States of America’s Adopt-A-Future program, in support of refugee education.
Oct 02
3:00PM - 4:00PM A Conversation with Lidia Bastianich: A Life of Love, Family and Food UGA Chapel, Athens, GA
Engaging with your College, Department and Major is a First Year Odyssey event for first-year UGA students interested in CAES programs. Learn more about First Year Odyssey seminars and events at fyo.uga.edu.
Oct 24
5:00PM - 6:00PM Engaging with your College, Department and Major Conner Hall, ATHENS, GA
Ertharin Cousin, Distinguished Fellow of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and Visiting Scholar at the Stanford University Center on Food Security and Environment, will present the 2019 D.W. Brooks Lecture on Nov. 12, 2019. The event is free and open to the public.
Nov 12
3:30PM - 5:30PM D.W. Brooks Lecture and Awards University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel, Athens
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Director

Dr. Victoria David
Office of Diversity Affairs
vdavid@uga.edu 706-542-8826