COMMUNITY & SUPPORT AS YOU NAVIGATE UGA
We are here to help you have a college experience that is supportive and meaningful!
Dawg Packs give incoming students like you an easy opportunity to build meaningful connections with peers who can relate to your journey and be introduced to the abundance of resources available to you as a UGA student.
Free to join, sign up now!
Dawg Packs give incoming students like you an easy opportunity to build meaningful connections with peers who can relate to your journey and be introduced to the abundance of resources available to you as a UGA student.
Free to join, sign up now!
VIRTUAL COMMUNITY
Upon joining the Dawg Pack, you will receive an invitation to a group chat to begin connecting with peers before classes begin in the spring. This group chat will also be a place where you can get your questions about navigating UGA answered and find out about exciting events happening on campus!
WEEKLY MEETUPS
Join us every week from January 11, 2024 to February 15, 2024 for a chance to connect with peers in-person, build community, and get support navigating your transition to UGA. We will meet Thursdays at 5:30 pm. Full details will be posted in the Dawg Pack group chat!
PEER MENTORSHIP
Dawg Packs are facilitated by Transition Leaders, experienced peers who are passionate about helping you navigate UGA by answering your questions and sharing their tips and strategies for getting connected on campus.
SPRING ADMIT DAWG PACK
The Spring Admit Dawg Pack is open to any spring admit first-year student. Navigate your transition to UGA alongside peers who understand the challenges of joining the campus community mid-academic year while discovering the wealth of resources UGA has to offer.
MEET YOUR TRANSITION LEADERS
Molly Gilarde
Hi! My name is Molly! I am a third-year majoring in Social Work from Bedford, Massachusetts! I'm involved with ServeUGA, UGA Gymnastics, UGA Miracle, and the SGA Professional Clothing Closet. I love UGA so much and am so excited to help you through whatever transitions you are facing so that you love it too!
Erika Rosenzweig
Hey! My name is Erika and I’m from Parkland, Florida! I am a fourth-year majoring in Landscape Architecture and pursuing the New Media Certificate. Some of the things I'm involved with include UGA Hillel, the Filipino Student Association, and Shop with a Bulldawg. I came to UGA knowing no one, so I know what it’s like to find your way on campus. This year, I hope I can help you find your sense of belonging here too.
TRANSFER DAWG PACK
The Transfer Dawg Pack is open to any spring-admit transfer student. Connect with fellow transfer students while uncovering the ins-and-outs of campus life so you can feel empowered to adapt what you already know about college to life at UGA!
MEET YOUR TRANSITION LEADERS
Alexis Adkins
Hi, my name is Alexis. I’m a fourth-year majoring in Computer Science, from Douglasville, GA! I’m a transfer student, and I’m currently involved with New Student Orientation, National Society of Black Engineers, and I work in University Housing as a C.L.A.S.S. advocate! Whenever I find free time, I love to spend time reading, and watching reality TV!
Mason Howard
Hey y’all! My name is Mason Howard and I am a third-year Management Information Systems (MIS) and Computer Science double major with a minor in American Sign Langauge with a certificate in Entrepreneurship from Snellville, Georgia! UGA was my dream school and I am so glad I ended up being a Dawg because it’s an experience like no other! Some of the things I'm involved in on campus include the Honors College, Dawg Camp, University Housing as a Resident Assistant, IMPACT, and Guide Dog Foundation. I cannot wait to meet you all and make your transition here at this amazing university as smooth as possible!
Sarah Roberson
Hi! I’m Sarah, I’m from Douglasville, Georgia, and am a third-year majoring in Social Work and minoring in HDFS! Some of the things I'm involved with include Greek Life, Oasis Tutoring, Study Abroad, and the Engagement Center. I transferred to UGA and would love to help anyone who wants to get more involved on campus!