• Seize the opportunity to find your people and create lasting memories by attending Welcome UGA events at the beginning of every fall and spring semester.
• There’s a place for you here! Check out the ‘Find Your Communities’ section in the Transition Guide to see where you might want to get involved.
• The Involvement Network is your go-to tool for finding student orgs – and the people who’ll help UGA feel like home. Plus, the Engagement Fairs—held at the start of the fall and spring semesters—are a great way to meet members in person, learn more about different organizations, and sign up to get involved. 

Campus can feel very large at first, but we promise – the more time you spend on campus, the smaller it will feel. Here are some resources to help you grow your confidence in navigating campus. 

• Check out these sections of the Transition Guide: 
  • Get to know the lingo – here are the common terms you’ll hear around UGA. 
  • Learn the acronyms every Dawg should know 
  • Make getting around campus a breeze with these helpful tips. 
  • Check out the hours for campus spots you’ll (probably) be spending time at when you’re not in class. 
  • Discover the wide range of resources UGA offers to support your success throughout your journey here. 
• Here are some must-download apps: 
  • UGA Mobile App 
  • UGA Safe App 

Finding your community at UGA may take some time, and that’s okay! With so many ways to get involved, it’s completely normal to explore different organizations and opportunities until you find the right fit. Here are some ways to begin discovering opportunities to connect, grow, and make UGA feel like home. 

• Explore 800+ student organizations on the Involvement Network and check out upcoming events (Don’t forget to download your Event Pass – it’s your free digital ticket for events listed in the Involvement Network) 
• Interact with hundreds of student organizations at the Engagement Fairs, hosted at the beginning of fall and spring semesters. 
• Interested in Greek Life at UGA? Connect with the Greek Life Office to learn about how you can join a Greek organization. 
• Looking for a fun way to stay active and meet new people? Whether it’s intramural or club sports, group fitness classes, or outdoor adventures, Rec Sports has plenty of ways to help you build community while taking care of your well-being! 
• Living in a residence hall? Get involved with the Residence Hall Association (RHA). A great place to start is by joining the Community Council in your residence hall – your resident assistant (RA) or Residence Hall Director (RHD) can provide details on how to join. 
• Not sure where to start with getting involved? Connect with an ELS Peer Leader for one-on-one support in finding the right student organizations for you and discovering fun ways to get engaged on campus! 

Adjusting to college academics takes time, and that’s completely normal! Your class schedule will look different from high school, and finding the right balance may take some trial and error. Here are some resources to help you succeed academically: 

• The Office for Student Success and Achievement offers a wide variety of services to support you along your academic journey. 
  • Peer Tutoring and Study Pods 
  • Student Success Workshops 
  • Academic Coaching 
  • Online Resources 
    • Academic Success Skills 
    • Strategies for Elevating Your Academics 
• The UGA Libraries offers online office hours and many virtual resources to assist you with research, writing papers, and preparing presentations. 
• The Jill and Marvin Willis Center for Writing offers free support to you on a wide variety of writing projects. 
• Looking for support? UGA Well-Being Resources has you covered! Whether you need help with stress, mental health, or overall wellness, this hub connects you to resources that support your well-being in every aspect of life. 
• If you have a disability and need classroom accommodations, Accessibility and Testing is here to support you. Their team will help you navigate the process to ensure you have the resources you need to succeed. 

Your academic journey is unique, and it’s okay if you don’t have a plan just yet. Here are some resources that will support you as you explore your academic options and work toward earning your degree. 

• Beyond orientation, you will meet with your academic advisor at least once prior to registering for classes each semester. They are here to help make sure you are on the right path to your desired degree. You can schedule an appointment with your advisor through SAGE. 
• If you are undecided on your major, do not worry! You are not alone! UGA has many resources to help you discover the path that aligns with your interests and goals.
  • The Exploratory Center is here to support you in exploring your academic options while working towards degree completion. 
  • The UGA Career Center also offers many resources to help you explore majors and careers. 
  • You can also search the UGA Bulletin anytime to explore majors, minors, and certificate programs; search for courses; and compare majors. 
• DegreeWorks is a web-based tool to help you and your advisor monitor your progress toward your degree by helping you see how the courses you’ve completed count toward degree requirements and see what courses and requirements still need to be completed.

Don’t wait until you’re overwhelmed to ask for help! Start building your support network now—UGA has tons of peer and professional resources to help you thrive! 

Peer Support 

• Transition Leaders are here to help you navigate UGA and all its resources. They are a great place to start if you’re unsure of where to turn. Schedule a quick chat with one of them. 
• ELS Peer Leaders can help you find the best organization fit for you and learn about UGA’s 800+ student organizations. Schedule an engagement coaching session with one of them. 
• Peer Tutors are available in over 300 undergraduate courses, as well as for standardized tests through the Office for Student Success and Achievement. Schedule a peer tutor session for additional academic support. 
• There are many more peer leaders across campus! From your orientation leader to student ambassadors within Schools and Colleges, we encourage you to reach out to them for support. 
• Living in a residence hall? Resident Assistants (RAs) and Residential Belonging Assistants (RBAs) are here to support you, build community, and help you feel at home! 

Professional Support 

• Your professors offer valuable course-specific support and are a great resource for your academic journey. Take advantage of their office hours to ask questions and start building professional relationships. Developing these connections early on can lead to future opportunities, such as collaborating on research projects or receiving letters of recommendation when needed. 
• Academic Advisors can guide you on the requirements for your degree. Schedule an appointment with your advisor via SAGE. 
• Academic Coaches support you in developing goals and strategies for academic success. 
• Exploratory Center Advisors assist undecided students in exploring majors and support intended-business and intended-Grady majors. 
• CAPS Clinicians can offer you mental health support for both urgent and non-urgent needs. 
• Student Care and Outreach offers individualized support if you are facing complex, hardship, or unforeseen circumstances. 
• Wellness Coaches can help you work through barriers to personal health and well-being. 
• Career Consultants provide personalized guidance to help you achieve your career goals. 
• Pre-Professional Advisors can help you explore career paths in healthcare or law.