ATHENS — New students at the University of Georgia who plan to hit the ground running must first learn the ropes of being a Bulldog. Eight UGA Amazing Students share their best advice for success on campus.
The students range from tour guides to orientation leaders, dancers to doctoral candidates. All have immersed themselves in studies, internships and extracurricular activities.
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