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A successor to our print magazine, The Franklin Chronicles, this blog allows us to continue to communicate the importance of the arts and sciences to an expanded audience through a variety of means – articles and announcements, video, news and opinion – to pick up the conversation of why the arts, humanities and sciences matter so much at this juncture in the history of our university, our nation and the world. Read more
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Professor's work figures in 2018 Fields medal

Finding a proof for a mathematical conjecture – a strong guess illuminating a way forward – has helped shape the course of mathematical history. The mathematics world recently celebrated the achievements of a proof that proved a conjecture partially formulated by UGA faculty member Valery… Read Article

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Clay science in the 'Critical Zone'

Columns features the publication of a new book written by a Franklin faclty member on one of the most ubiquitous substances found around the world, new and dear to Georgians but crucial to everything from earthenware to building construction and especially its geological role in the 'Critcal… Read Article

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The 2018 Georgia Bulldogs

After an amazing 13-2 season that brought the SEC championship back to Athens and came oh so close to the big prize, the Georgia Bulldogs take the field tomorrow against Austin Peay State University to open a new season.

A warm Sanford stadium welcome awaits another outstanding… Read Article

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Faculty chamber concert with guest ASO violinist

Tonight, Hugh Hodgson School of Music faculty members will perform a chamber music concert with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra violinist Kenn Wagner at 7:30 p.m. in Ramsey Concert Hall at the UGA Performing Arts Center. The concert program will feature works by Haydn, Bridge… Read Article

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Science into Action: Shepherd on engaging the public

The Pew Charitable Trusts ran a great background feature and Q&A this week with Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences Marshall Shepherd, where he explains his flood-related research and the importance of experts interacting with… Read Article

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