GEORGIA CENTER New Managerial Leadership Certificate Program Specifically for managers, supervisors, and high potential future managers and leaders who want to develop leadership skills or refine current skills. July 12-16, 2004 at the Keller Graduate School of Management in Atlanta; August 23-27, 2004 at the Georgia Center. For more information click here. New One-on-One and Small Group Training Benefits of small-group training include: private instruction at your convenience; shared cost paid by you and two others; specialized instruction, designed to address your specific needs; highly qualified UGA instructors; and continuing education units awarded by the University of Georgia. For more information, go to http://www.gactr.uga.edu/bcp/.

CLASS OF 1954 REUNION "Remembering" was the theme for the 50th reunion of the Class of 1954 when 47 alumni and spouses returned to campus April 30 - May 1. Class President Don Branyon '54 led the two-day fete that included a welcome reception, campus tours, luncheon at one of Athens area's newest restaurants, a visit to home museum of C.L. Morehead '50 featuring the works of Lamar Dodd, and a Saturday evening social hour and dinner. At the dinner, class members received a special Golden Anniversary medallion and shared memories of their days at UGA. To view additional pictures of this event visit the Reunions page. *CAMPUS SUPPORT- UGA CREW TEAM The UGA Alumni Association presented the UGA Men's Rowing Team with a check to help raise money for travel expenses and new equipment. UGA Alumni Association Interim Executive Director Deborah Dietzler presented the check to team captain Eric Sherman '05. The Alumni Association is pleased to offer financial support for UGA related activities and events. Requests should be submitted at least 90 days before the program date. Download a form here. NEW YORK PEABODY RECEPTION The Alumni Association was pleased to again sponsor the Winners Champagne Tribute during UGA's Peabody Week Celebration. This event provides an excellent way for NYC area Association members who are unable to attend the Peabody luncheon to be a part of the festivities. Members have the opportunity to mingle with the Peabody recipients and to hear a program where several honorees discuss what winning a Peabody means to them. UGA Alumni Association Board Member Betty Hudson, Anchor and Managing Editor, 'NBC Nightly News' Tom Brokaw and Peabody Director Horace Newcomb. *BABY DOGS Colton Letbetter, son of Vicki Letbetter '95 was born on 4/21/04. Send us in pictures of your newest additions! Call or e-mail Shea Landers for a free gift at 800-606-8786 or slanders@uga.edu. And visit the "Baby Dogs" section of our photo album.

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*UGA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS LUNCHEON In April the University of Georgia Alumni Association recognized four people for outstanding professional achievement and valuable service to the university. The association presented its annual Alumni Merit and Faculty Service awards, and the Friend of UGA award. President Michael F. Adams, Alumni Merit receipient Betty Hudson '71, UGA Alumni Association President Dink NeSmith '70 Betty Johnson Hudson ABJ '71, senior vice president for communications with the National Geographic Society, received the Alumni Merit Award, which recognizes UGA graduates for lifetime loyalty and support of the university and the Alumni Association, and professional leadership. Faculty Service Awards were given to Wyatt W. Anderson BS '60, MS '62, who has served as dean of UGA's Franklin College of Arts and Sciences since 1992, and Helen H. Mills BSED '69, MPA '76, EDD '80, who retired last year as associate vice president for public service and outreach at UGA. The award is given to faculty or staff members for distinguished service to the university. Doris A. Ramsey, a strong supporter of programs for outstanding student scholars, received the Friend of UGA Award, which recognizes a non-graduate whose professional and public service benefits UGA. The alumni association has presented the Alumni Merit Award since 1937 and the Faculty Service Award since 1969. The Friend of UGA Award was started in 2002. The UGA Alumni Association also honored Dave Muia ’74, former Alumni Association Executive Director as well as UGA students who won prestigious scholarships. *ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WELCOMES 1000TH LIFE MEMBER In May, Doug Renz ’93 became the 1,000th Life Member of the UGA Alumni Association. Renz is an account executive for Siemens Medical covering Tennessee and Kentucky. He lives in Cleveland, Tennessee with his wife Patti, an avid Bulldog fan, and his children Chandler and Mary Turner. Renz has been an Alumni Association member since 2001 and decided this year to upgrade to a life membership. "It's convenient," he said "I believe in the Alumni Association and this is a good way to show my support for my University." Renz and his family travel to Athens every year for the Homecoming football game. Renz was on the swim team while at UGA and enjoys participating in the G Club activities during Homecoming weekend. Some of his fondest memories of his time at UGA include being on campus when UGA won the National Championship and his time spent with other members of the swim team. During the summer, Renz and some of his fellow swim team members and their families spend a weekend together at Lake Lanier. Join online today and find out about other great Association benefits and help support the best interests and traditions of Georgia's flagship University and its alumni worldwide. *PROCLAMATION - PHARMACY SCHOOL At the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2004 of UGA's College of Pharmacy, the UGA Alumni Association presented a proclamation honoring the 100th anniversary of the College of Pharmacy. Dr. Carol Cotton ’77, ’78, member of the UGA Alumni Association board of directors, presented the proclamation to Dean Svein Oie, on behalf of UGA's more than 200,000 alumni. The proclamation recognized the many achievements made by the College of Pharmacy over the past 100 years.

CLASS NOTES Julie Lowrey Cannon (ABJ '85). Julie writes "The Homegrown Series" of novels published by Simon & Schuster. The series explores small-town life in the south where hard work and prayers unite the community, and healing can be found digging in the backyard vegetable garden. The series includes Truelove & Homegrown Tomatoes (August 2003), 'Mater Biscuit (April 2004) and Those Pearly Gates (TBA). Julie lives with her husband and three children in Bishop, Georgia. Tell us your accomplishments! Over 100 Class Notes now on file. Read all about your fellow alumni by registering on the UGA Online Community and post your notes as well.

LUMPKIN HOUSE Alumni returning to the campus after being away for a while are amazed at the tremendous change that has taken place. The recent new construction of multi-million dollar state-of-the-art facilities and widespread renovation of old buildings astound them. But it is the unchanged parts of the campus that stir old memories and gives them a nostalgic sense of history and stability. For instance, North Campus with the Arch, Chapel, Old College and other buildings remain as it was when they were students - spruced up - but basically the same. In fact the entire North Campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. One building they can count on remaining unchanged is the historic Lumpkin House on South Campus. The building, made of native stone, was completed in 1844. When it was sold to the University in 1907 along with adjacent land, the deed stipulated that if the house were ever removed from the premises or destroyed manually, the entire property would revert to the Lumpkin heirs. So the house, dwarfed by Conner Hall on one side and the Science Center on the other, stands proudly - defying the years - a link between our glorious past and promising future. Those unaware of the stipulations of the original deed wonder why it's there. It looks so out of place. The house was the home of Wilson Lumpkin, one of Georgia's most illustrious citizens. A native of nearby Oglethorpe County, he served two terms as governor of the state, was U.S. senator, member of the Georgia General Assembly, congressman, commissioner to the Cherokee Indians, state railroad agent, and a trustee for UGA. He has a county and one of Athens' busiest streets named for him. Few men have had greater influence upon our state. He was a respected senator, able governor, was given credit for the development of the railroad in our state and proved to be an effective administrator in negotiating the Indian Treaty of 1835. He personally designed his dream home which was to be constructed on land he had purchased near the UGA campus. He imported various masons, carpenters and other artisans to build it as the center point of his impressive farm which began at Tanyard Creek (present day parking lot of the Tate Center) and included what is now our south campus. It was bounded on the East by the Oconee River and on the west by the "road from Athens to Watkinsville" (now Lumpkin Street). He named it "Cedar Hill." The construction of the house began in 1842 and required two years for completion. It included 12 rooms with fireplaces, a cellar, pantry, and five large closets. The walls were made of especially hewn stone and were two feet thick. Lumpkin died in 1870. His youngest daughter, Martha, lived in the house with her husband when the University purchased the property. Representing UGA in the sale was Chancellor David C. Barrow, Jr., her great nephew. Of special note is the fact that Atlanta was originally named Terminus because the first railroad ended there. The name was changed to Marthasville (for Gov. Lumpkin's daughter) and later to Atlanta. There are many sources with information regarding Governor Lumpkin, but for a cryptic review of details regarding him and his house, consult "Historic Houses of Athens" by Charlotte Thomas Marshall. At any rate, be assured that the Lumpkin House or as I prefer "Cedar Hill" will maintain its place throughout the coming decades. If you have an interesting legacy story please e-mail Claude McBride '55 at cmcbride@uga.edu.

*FIRST FRIDAY Every year, the Friday evening before the first home football game, the Alumni Association presents First Friday - a pep rally to fire up the Dogs for the approaching season. Coach Richt, the entire team, Uga VI, and other special guests come out to celebrate Georgia Pride with students, staff, alumni and members of the community. Don't miss First Friday 2004 on Friday, September 3 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. in Stegeman Coliseum! Doors open at 5 p.m.

*REGIONAL PROGRAMMING UPDATES On our Regional Programming page, click a city on the map to see the Regional Contact and scheduled activities for your area. No Regional Contact for your city? If you are interested in being a contact person for UGA alumni near you, get in touch with UGA Alumni Association Programs Coordinator Ryan Cheek '02 at rcheek@uga.edu or 800-606-8786. Sign up to receive e-mail updates about alumni activities in your city at our Online Community. *PICTURE REQUEST! Please share pictures of you and your family in your UGA finest at different landmarks in your area! Don't be shy! Be sure to include everyone's name and the location. Also remember to take Bulldog photos at all events and send them to Ryan Cheek '02 at rcheek@uga.edu. Sign up to receive e-mail updates about alumni activities in your city at our Online Community http://www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/GAU/. *UGA CAR TAGS Send us a picture of the car tag you use to display your Georgia pride. Include name, hometown and class year. Please email to eogivens@uga.edu . To view car tags please visit the Dog Tags section. "I'm DEFINITELY proud to be a third generation Bulldog! (Especially up here in Commodore Country...)" - Rosalie "Rosy" Boyd '81.   BOSTON The UGA Alumni Association invites Boston area alumni to a North Shore Spirit baseball game! Join us Saturday, June 12, 2004 for Baseball Bat Night at Fraser Field, 365 Western Avenue (Meet at the 3rd base side, picnic area) Gates open: 5 p.m. First pitch: 7:05 p.m. Tickets are $19 each, includes food. For tickets, contact Ryan Cheek '02, UGA Alumni Association Regional Programming Coordinator, at rcheek@uga.edu or 800-606-8766. RICHMOND Richmond, Virginia area alums are invited to spend a day at the track at Colonial Downs on Saturday, June 26, 2004! Tables have been reserved by the window in the Jockey Club. Tickets are available at the gate for $5 and there is $5 minimum once inside. Doors open at Noon with the first race starting at 1PM. Please RSVP to Ryan Cheek at 800-606-8786. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA The second annual SoCal Dawgs Golf Tournament is Sunday June 27, 2004 at the Aliso Viejo Golf Club. with tee times starting at 12 Noon. Green fees are $65 per player which includes 1/2 cart. The barbecue is $15 per person with a cash bar and will immediately follow the golf event. For more information contact Bob Blalock at 949/598-9200 extension 201 or robert.blalock@ourclub.com.

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