May 2008
Georgia Weekly Telecast Features Jim Kundell
Kenyan Delegation Members Share Experiences
Education Takes Spotlight at ACCG Convention
April 2008
Vinson Institute Hosts Kenyan Delegation
26th Biennial Institute for Georgia Legislators Set for December 7-9
Class Helps Next Generation of Managers Get a Reality Check
Save the Date: April 18 Presentations on Refugee Issues, Kenya Exchange Program
Local Laws Affecting County Commissioners in Georgia Now Available in New Edition and Online Format
Call for Papers: Fall Symposium to Explore Children and the Criminal Justice System
Latest Issue of Newsworthy Published
Institute Leadership Shares Strategic Plan for 2008-2012 (PDF)
March 2008
Institute Cosponsors African American Families Conference (PDF)
Institute Announces New Debt Administration Online Course
Institute Announces New State Leadership Training Opportunities
Institute Welcomes Ukrainian Scholars
Sign up Now for Summer Civic Education Workshops
Human Resources Faculty Member Gives Career Advice
Valdosta Officials Retreat to Advance
Register Now for County Tax Officials Institute (PDF)
February 2008
Next Round of Child and Family Policy Lectures Announced
Apply Now for the Georgia Legislative Intern Program
O'Looney and Shollenberger Win UGA Awards
Georgians Favor Reducing Traffic Volume over More Roads
New City Officials Listen and Learn at Special Training Program
Family Impact Seminar Examines Childhood Obesity in Georgia
Fall Symposium to Explore Childhood and Criminal Justice System
USS Carl Vinson Welcomes Aboard Institute Delegation
City Excellence Award Winners Honored at Banquet
International Center Sponsors UGA-China Networking Program
January 2008
Child and Family Policy Brown Bag Series Is Announced
Child and Family Policy Graduate Assistant Wins Scholarship
New Peach State Poll: Georgians See Higher Education as Key to Success
Refugee Issues Workshop Registration Deadline Approaches
New Study Compares Ethics Ordinances
Latest Newsworthy Highlights Fall Activities
Faculty Offer Specialized Assistance in Workforce Development
Time to Order 2008 Edition of Compliance Auditing
Deadline for Croatia Study Abroad is Approaching
Legislative Leadership Institute Announces New Graduates
ICMA Taps Harry Hayes for New Advisory Board
December 2007
VInson Institute to Close from December 24 through January 1 for Holidays
Statement on the Passing of Thomas B. Murphy
Georgians Say Drought Is State's Biggest Problem
Management Development Program Holds Graduation for GEMC Class
Historical Tourism Initiative for Colquitt Serves as Model
Firefighting, Emergency Services Study for Lee County Reveals Delivery Options
Chinese Managers in Georgia to Complete Training Program
New Program Helps Librarians Reach the Pinnacle in Leadership
November 2007
Jim Kundell discusses water crisis on 11 Alive's DroughtWatch series
USS Carl Vinson delegation visits Institute
Water management gets extensive coverage in environmental handbook for local governments
Jackson honored with social studies award
October 2007
Prison pipeline for America's children to be focus of November symposium
Child and family policy researchers discuss human trafficking at new conference
Institute adds up at survey research conference
MARTA on track to impact the state according to new study
Institute receives State Department grant for Kenyan women's exchange
New leadership institute for tax officials premieres
CNN commentator set to discuss Politics 2008 at October lecture
Human resource management journal sets course
Illinois officials check out Institute county training programs
County winners of Excellence Award are honored at banquet
Institute excels at Southeastern Conference on Public Administration
September 2007
DVD and handbook offer close-up view of legislature
Congolese lawmakers receive orientation in legislative process
Qinghai officials discuss public manager training during visit
Commissioners advance in leadership skills at special institute
Workshops help educators promote active citizenship
August 2007
Mobile classroom helps commissioners learn about health-care options
County officials sharpen leadership skills at summer academy
Participation in GMA convention training reaches major milestone
Municipal Leadership Institute sets record attendance
July 2007
Seminars equip participants with civic education expertise
Institute releases new edition of Suggested Pattern Jury Instructions: Civil Cases
Beck selected as new director of International Center for Democratic Governance
Municipal officials receive certificates for training institute completion
New Management Development Program for Georgia Public Library Service
June 2007
International Center coordinates first U.S. training opportunity for Chinese prison managers
Bosnian health minister visits Institute to explore training options
New study to focus on Georgia immigrant/refugee issues and policy gaps
Finalists in search for International Center director are announced
Future legislative leaders fine tune skills at special institute
May 2007
Conference for tax officials sets record
Fertig receives grant to study nonpayment of child support
Wang receives service-learning fellowship for work in China
Not your average class project: Management Development Program highlight
Institute faculty examine the impact of new accounting standard
Suggested Pattern Jury Instructions now available in an online format
Kundell named to special U.S. Corps of Engineers Advisory Board
April 2007
Institute faculty complete inaugural leadership academy
CVIOG researcher sheds light on strategic survey design
New retirement systems guide provides overview of state programs
ICDG seeking students for China internships
Vinson and Fanning Institutes partner on local outreach project
International Center to sponsor visit by Global Partners for Development director
Latest issue of Newsworthy published
March 2007
Decker is awarded ASPA citation
State properties database wins national award
Advanced commissioners training aims for more effective leaders
Small business workshop is held as part of outreach to African immigrants
DVD collection documenting Carter Conference now available
February 2007
Georgians speak out on electronic voting, economy, and public transportation
Vinson Institute to cosponsor conference on health disparities in African American community (PDF)
Vinson Institute's China training is commended by General Assembly
Vinson Institute's Paul Hardy is honored for public service Excellence
New edition of Handbook for Georgia Legislators reflects extensive changes
New information for teachers is added to Georgia Studies Book Web site
Search process under way for new International Center for Democratic Governance Director
Baynes is awarded Casey Foundation Fellowship
Last day for Excellence in Public Service award nominations
Metro Atlanta Project Citizen workshop is announced
January 2007
2007 edition of Compliance Auditing available
Georgia Excellence in Public Service Awards city winners receive their honors
Highlights from Carter Conference are online
Latest issue of Newsworthy published
New issue of State and Local Government Review available
Intermediate accounting course goes online
New legislators/spouse program provides insights
Civic Education program selects Carter master teachers
Peach State Poll: Education still top issue on Georgians' minds
Institute's Condrey is new editor-in-chief of national journal
Project Citizen workshops announced
December 2006
Robert Rubin to participate in Carter Conference
Chancellor addresses legislators at Biennial Institute
Georgian Institute scholars look to CVIOG for public administration expertise
Online store adds new publications on environmental management and Georgia's legislative process
University features Institute's legislative training program
Former policy advisors Zbigniew Brzezinski and Stuart Eizenstat to participate in Carter conference
November 2006
New Georgetown-Quitman County government sets consolidation record
University highlights Institute's China training program
Institute survey specialist awarded poverty study grant
Headliners announced for Carter Conference
Mondale to participate in Carter Conference at UGA
Are you aware? Poverty awareness event scheduled for Thursday
Discounts offered for UGA students to attend Carter Conference in January
New environmental management handbook for Georgia local officials published
New policy note discusses administrative license suspensions (PDF)
Registration open for 25th Biennial Institute
Presidential historian to participate in Carter Conference
October 2006
25th Biennial Institute for Georgia Legislators agenda available
NBC News anchor to moderate Carter Conference
Teacher scholarships available for Jimmy Carter Conference
Institute hosts former Ugandan parliament member and humanitarian
Social studies organization presents Stakes with highest award
New policy note discusses prevalence of defined contribution retirement plans (PDF)
Latest issue of Newsworthy published
Interim director named for the International Center for Democratic Governance
Award-winning county officials recognized for long-term dedication to service
International Center to present timely lecture on Islam's future
Web site for Carter presidency conference is online
September 2006
International visitors get condensed civic education course
Former member of Ugandan parliament brings talk on gender and the constitution in her country
Peach State Poll: Georgians express immigration concerns
New report reveals county officials' current views nationwide
Kundell tapped for board of Woodruff Foundation-supported ecological center
2006 Excellence in Public Service Awards winners announced
August 2006
SECoPA conference will be of value to both academics and practitioners in public administration
New internship here for Chinese officials draws press coverage at home
Teachers stock up on civic education knowledge and resources at summer workshops
Institute analyzes effects of unique DeKalb incorporation
Tour of Georgia government provides new training experience for Kazakhstan officials
New Web resources available for Georgia Studies Book users
2007 ACCG training programs announced (PDF)
July 2006
FDR seminar teachers interview Mr. President
International Center announces new training for Kazakhstan officials
Institute announces new planning and zoning board workshops
Participants needed for retirement finance study
Institute cosponsors symposium on the Carter presidency
Latest issue of Newsworthy published
New policy note on property taxes and AMT published
2006-07 Local Finance Officer Certification Program information available (PDF)
2006-07 State Financial Management Certificate Program information available (PDF)
June 2006
New issue of State and Local Government Review is available
Visit puts National Center for Study of Counties projects in spotlight
Teachers see local government in action
Students return from UGA's first undergraduate study abroad trip to China
GMA convention to focus on vibrant cities
May 2006
Public works management program updated
International outreach: Institute hosts Burkina Faso delegation
Institute sponsors school civics competition
New General Assembly district maps available
Dates set for 25th Biennial Institute for Georgia Legislators
April 2006
Useful compliance auditing guide gets new edition
Institute hosts first African Community Leadership Workshop
National award for faculty-edited publication
Talk Discussing China's congress set for Wednesday
New book explores lifetime careers in city management
Latest edition of Newsworthy published
Summer teacher workshops focus on state and local government and FDR in Georgia
Harwood Institute for Public Innovation president delivers Collins Lecture
March 2006
GCCMA Spring Conference to take place in April
Registration open for ACCG Spring Conference (PDF)
Latest issue of State and Local Government Review available to online subscribers
Latest Peach State Poll: Georgians split on Iraq
Georgia Excellence in Public Service Awards nominations due April 15
February 2006
Latest Peach State Poll: few Georgians would turn to government for disaster relief
Harwood Institute for Public Innovation president to give 2006 Collins Lecture
Wrigley to direct Vinson Institute
Newly elected city officials training draws a crowd
January 2006
Latest edition of Newsworthy published
International Center awarded $500,000 grant for Croatia work
Institute faculty receive top public service awards
December 2005
February '06 clerks/fiscal officers program registration open
County commissioners training information for 2006 available
New Peach State Poll focuses on problems in state and nation
Institute awarded grant for first study of lump-sum retirement distribution management
November 2005
GeorgiaInfo Rolls Out New History Timeline
New Poverty Study Targets Government Policies
Institute’s China Program Featured at Panel Discussion
Institute Faculty Author Book on Effective Management Techniques
Institute's Betty Hudson Featured in Columns
Latest Peach State Poll: Gas prices haven't changed Georgians' behavior
October 2005
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
New Georgia Congressional District Maps Available
Cultural Understanding and Immigration Issues Focus of New Program
Latest Peach State Poll: Georgians Support State Measures to Curb Childhood Obesity
Governor Meets with Constituents at Vinson Institute
Latest Issue of State and Local Government Review Available to Online Subscribers
Echols County Outreach Highlighted
First Class Graduates: New Legislative Leadership Institute
September 2005
Chinese Political Scholar to Discuss Current Conditions
Latest State and Local Government Review Available to Online Subscribers
Register Now: Conference to Spotlight Child and Family Policy Needs in Georgia
Perdue Honors Excellent Public Servants
Institute Participates in Georgia Campaign for Civic Mission in Schools
Latest Peach State Poll: New Residents Benefit Georgia
Conference to Spotlight Child and Family Policy Needs in Georgia
Institute Faculty Author Book on Effective Management Techniques
August 2005
UGA Units Join Forces on New Executive Leadership Program for State Government
New policy note explores state-level trade assistance policy
New policy note examines Free Trade Area of Americas and job expectations
Peach State Poll: Georgians Still Positive About State
September 1 deadline for Excellence in Pubic Service awards ceremony
July 2005
Latest Peach State Poll Examines Georgians' Opinions on Public Schools
Governor Confirmed as Speaker for Public Service Awards ceremony
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
Information on 2005-2006 Financial Management Training for Local Governments Available (PDF)
Information on 2005-2006 Financial Management Training for State Government Available (PDF)
New Policy Paper Discussing Welfare Mothers' Quality of Life Published
June 2005
Maner, Shollenberger Honored for Service to Cities
Summer Workshops for Social Studies Educators Held
Institute's Sandy Springs Impact Study in Focus after Vote
New Peach State Poll: Terrorism and Security are Top Concerns
Latest State and Local Government Review Published
May 2005
Latest Peach State Poll Focuses on End-of-Life Decisions
International Outreach: The Other Georgia
Water Policy Workshop Scheduled in Savannah
UGA Students Awarded China Training Program Internships
Institute Releases Assessment of Chattahoochee Valley Needs
April 2005
Child Well-Being in Georgia Focus of New Symposium Series
Institute Director Elected President of SCUPSO
Stenberg Talks Intergovernmental Relations at Fourth Collins Lecture
Latest Peach State Poll: Georgians See Good and Bad in Free Trade
Two Seminars for Teachers Slated for June
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
Child Well-Being in Georgia Focus of New Symposium Series
Registration Open for 43rd Institute for County Tax Officials (PDF)
March 2005
New! Budget Manual for Georgia Local Government Published
Stenberg Talks Intergovernmental Relations at Fourth Collins Lecture
Former White House COS Joins Institute Faculty
Latest Peach State Poll: Georgians Confident in Voting System
Registration Open for Association County Clerks of Georgia 45th Institute and Annual Meeting (PDF)
U.S. Ambassador, Ukrainian Officials to Discuss Revolution
February 2005
Peach State Poll: Georgians Favor Teaching Evolution
Cobb, Vinson Institute Mark 20 Years of Training
Institute Civic Education Specialist Featured in Columns
2005 Georgia Excellence in Public Service Awards Nominations Due April 15
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
New Edition of Georgia Studies Book Textbook Available
New Edition of Introduction to Law in Georgia Textbook Available
Peach State Poll: Georgians Favor Parole for Most Inmates
January 2005
Three Institute Faculty Receive Hill Award
Institute Faculty Elected to ASPA National Council
New Handbook for Georgia Mayors and Councilmembers Available
New Management Development Program for State Government Announced; Registration Now Open
Latest State and Local Government Review posted for online subscribers
December 2004
New Peach State Poll: Views on Life in Georgia Reflect Election Outcomes
Georgians' views about their legislature noted in special Peach State Poll
News coverage and photos depict 24th Biennial Institute for Georgia Legislators
24th Biennial Institute Under Way
New editions of textbooks on state-adopted list
November 2004
'All the President's Men': Reel-to-Reel Festival Concludes Tuesday
October 2004
'The War Room': Reel-to-Reel Festival Continues Tuesday
'The West Wing': Reel-to-Reel Festival Continues Tuesday
24th Biennial Institute Scheduled for December
Peach State Poll: Georgians Prefer HOPE to Pre-K
Newest Edition of Newsworthy Published
Reel-to-Reel Festival Opens with 'Who Counts? Election Reform in America' Tuesday
Faculty Member Featured in Columns
September 2004
New Web Page Highlights Georgia Counties
2004 Georgia Excellence in Public Service Awards Presented
Faculty member discusses management of small cities
August 2004
Faculty offer guidance for selecting a city manager
Peach State Poll on Georgia's Economy and Direction Released
New Peach State Poll on Government Responsiveness Released
July 2004
New Suggested Pattern Jury Instructions Published
Third Annual Reel-to-Reel Film Festival Announced
Program Highlight: Focus on Georgia Metro Areas
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
Program Highlight: Geographic Information Systems
June 2004
'Celebrating Rural Georgia' Conference Scheduled
Program Highlight: Georgia Economic Modeling System
New Publication Explores Georgia Supreme Court
Local Government Up Close and Personal at Teacher Seminar
May 2004
Institute Employees Collect Goods for U.S. Soldiers Overseas
Institute Honors Rep. Louise McBee
New Peach State Poll: Georgians See Poverty as Problem for State
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Focused on Economy
April 2004
International Visitors Meet with Governor
Stakes Receives Stewardship Award from Archaeology Group
Institute to Host International Q Methodology Conference
ASPA Personnel Administration Section Awarded Presidential Merit Citation
Institute, GMA Introduce Two New Municipal Training Courses
Smart Growth Expert Presents Collins Lecture
Institute Staff Again Volunteer at Hands On Athens
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
March 2004
19th Georgia Election Officials Association Conference Announced
New Peach State Poll Highlights Legislative Items of Interest to Georgians
Proposed Georgia Legislative District Maps Posted
Association County Clerks of Georgia 44th Institute and Annual Meeting Announced
New Civic Education CPR Seminar for Teachers
Smart Growth Expert to Present Collins Lecture
Stakes Honored with Stewardship Award from Archaeology Group
February 2004
Site Provides Comprehensive Information on Legislative District Maps
Two Institute Faculty Members Named Hill Recipients
Poster on History of Georgia Flag Available
April 30 Deadline for Excellence in Public Service Awards Nominations
Vinson Institute's Fulbright Scholars to Present Research
January 2004
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Favor Electronic Voting
Institute Faculty Member Discusses Political Events in Nation of Georgia
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
New Edition of Georgia Retirement Systems Published
HOPE Study Commission Releases Final Report (PDF)
Vinson Institute Hosts Three Fulbright Scholars
Book on Georgia Law Now Available in Spanish
December 2003
Peach State Poll Reflects Georgians' Feelings on Mixing Government and Religion
First Urban Congress & Summit Comes to a Close
Peach State Poll: Economy Still Biggest Concern for Georgians
Shanghai Officials Focus on Community Development
First Urban Congress for Medium MSAs Under Way
Vinson Institute Releases Report on Fiscal Impact of Sandy Springs Incorporation
November 2003
Spanish Law Text Breaks New Ground for Vinson Institute
Peach State Poll: Georgians Change Focus from Terrorism to Economy
2003 Georgia Excellence in Public Service Award Winners Announced
October 2003
Georgia-China Future Committee to Hold Public Forum
Poverty Study Listening Sessions Scheduled
EastWest Institute Founder to Speak at UGA Chapel
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Published
September 2003
Research Seminar Series to Resume October 2
Reel-to-Reel Film Series Opens October 7 with Viewing and Discussion of The Crossing
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Open to Changes to HOPE
North American Flag Professionals Honor Jackson
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Say They're Healthy and Active
Speakers Confirmed for October Reel-to-Reel Film Series
August 2003
Vinson Institute Research Seminar Series to Resume on September 11
Challenges to Future of Georgia's Public Workforce Examined in New Policy Paper
Institute Welcomes Ukrainian Visitors
July 2003
Program Discussing Evolution of Georgia's Flag Scheduled
Latest Edition of Newsworthy Newsletter Published
June 2003
Institute's Joseph Whorton Receives Key Citizen Award
2002 CVIOG Annual Report Published (PDF)
Just Published! Frontiers of the Soil is Appealing Resource on Archaeology in Georgia
2003-2004 State and Local Financial Management Training Programs Announced
New Peach State Poll: Economy Most Important to Georgians
Reel-to-Reel Film Festival Announced for October
May 2003
Institute Awards Program Featured on Statewide Television
Attention Educators: New Curriculum Guide Highlights Films for Teaching Public Service
CRD Division Helps Groups Reach 'Consensus for Action'
April 2003
Norm Underwood Delivers 2nd Annual Morris Collins Lecture
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Support Alcohol/Tobacco Tax Increases
Institute Introduces Excellence in Public Service Awards
Thursday International Seminar to Discuss Citizen Involvement
Thursday Research Seminar to Focus on Economic Development
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Want to Weigh In on State Flag
Institute Staff Again Volunteer at Hands On Athens
Newest Issue of Newsworthy Newsletter Published
March 2003
Research Seminar to Focus on Labor Rights
Appointments, Honors for Institute Faculty at ASPA Convention
Poverty Study March Update and Phase II Summary Posted
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Support Foreign Language Studies
Bulgarian Delegation Participates in Community-Based Advocacy Training Program
2nd Annual Morris Collins Lecture to Take Place April 25
International Brown Bag Series Continues with Seminar on Russia's Legal System and Related Topics
February 2003
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Confident in Electronic Voting System
Research Seminar Series Continues March 4 With Session on Adolescent Satisfaction
New Video Provides Inside Look at State Legislature -- Past and Present
MPA Students Beyond the Classroom in Service Learning Project
International Brown Bag Series Resumes Friday With U. of Zagreb Professor
Bulgarian Visitors Speak on Citizen Advocacy
Ukraine Study Abroad Program Open
Institute's Richard Milford Receives Award
Bulgarian Visitors to Speak on Citizen Advocacy
New Edition of Newsworthy Published
January 2003
New Peach State Poll: Flexible Justice System for Minors Wanted
Phase II of Poverty Study Begins
Speakers Series Resumes With Comparison of Athens' Citizens and Employees
Report Detailing MARTA's Impact on Atlanta and Georgia Released
Study of Georgia Lottery Players Published
December 2002
Institute Publishes New Book on the Life, Times, and Legacy of Public Servant "Admiral Carl Vinson"
Governor-Elect Closes 23rd Biennial Institute with Speech
Poverty Study Report Released at Institute for Legislators
Just Published! New Edition of Handbook for Georgia County Commissioners
ICDG to Administer Partnership Between UGA and Croatian University
November 2002
Research Speaker Series Continues with Discussion of Water Flouridation
23rd Biennial Institute for Georgia Legislators Scheduled for December 8-10
New 'Lodge and Learn' Program Offers Training at State Park Lodges
November Update for Study on Persistent Poverty in the South Posted
University of Monterrey President to Speak at UGA
Research Policy and Analysis Speaker Series Continues with Welfare Reform Lecture
Training Alumni on Top 40 List
Three New Policy Notes on Highway Costs, Lottery Play, and Public Officials' Ethics Posted
Institute Facilitates Oconee County Forum
October 2002
Columns Profiles Institute's Steve Condrey
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Still On Guard One Year Later
Institute's Harry Hayes Featured in Columns
Speakers Announced for CVIOG Film Festival
Final Report on Statewide Water Management Planning Released
Three New Policy Papers on SPLOST, Annexation, and Georgian Latinos Published
September 2002
New Peach State Poll: Georgians' Attitudes Consistent With Feelings of Uncertainty
September Update for Poverty Study Available
August 2002
CVIOG Film Festival Announced; Speakers To Be Named
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Have Little Faith in Elected Officials' Ethics
New Congressional and General Assembly District Maps Available
Policy Notes on Cell Phones, SPLOST, and Governmental Services Published
August Update for Poverty Study Available
2001 CVIOG Annual Report Published
Abstracts for Latest State and Local Government Review Posted
2002 Clerks Education Program Registration Open
July 2002
'Study on Persistent Poverty in the South' State Summaries Available
New Peach State Poll: Georgians Believe Hand-Held Phones Compromise Drivers
Second Issue of Newsworthy Published
Registration Open for Strategic Negotiation Workshop
June 2002
Three New Policy Notes Now Available
'Drivers of Growth' Research Assists Communities
New Peach State Poll: Impact of 9/11 on Georgians' Attitudes Fading
Don Mendonsa Local Government Seminar for Teachers Underway
New Associate Directors Announced
May 2002
UGA River Basin Science and Policy Center Publishes White Paper on Georgia Reservoirs
New Peach State Poll: Public Support for Privatization Tempered by Concern for Regulation
Institute Hosts African Delegation
April 2002
Peach State Poll: Public School Parents Rate Quality of Education Higher than General Public
Institute in Action at 2002 ACCG Convention
Professor Bruce Thyer to Speak at Institute
Former Mississippi Governor Winter Delivers Distinguished Practitioner Lecture
Institute Staff Participates in Hands On Athens Program
Policy Notes on Georgia Lottery and Public Opinion Divisons Published
March 2002
Georgia House Passes Resolution Commending Institute
International Center for Democratic Governance Welcomes Chinese Delegation
Institute's Ed Jackson Selected to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
New Institute Publication, Georgia Retirement Systems: How They Compare, Published
