*First Friday! Kick off the 2006 athletic season at the UGA Alumni Association's signature event, First Friday. "Fire up the Dawgs" on Friday, September 1 at Stegeman Coliseum from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Special guests: Coach Mark Richt, the UGA Football Team, Damon Evans, UGA Alumni Association President Swann Seiler '78, Uga VI, Hairy Dawg, the UGA Cheerleaders, Flag line, Feature Twirlers, and more. *Advice for the College Years Help the UGA Alumni Association create "If I Only Knew Then: Advice for the College Years," the counterpart to the Association's award-winning book, "If I Only Knew Then: Advice from Alumni to the Class of 2006." Advice is due October 1, and can be submitted using the online form. *Reception with President Adams The UGA Alumni Association invites you to a reception with Dr. Michael Adams, 21st president of the University of Georgia on Monday, August 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Waycross, Ga. at the Railway Express Building. *Kennel Club Contest Best Bulldog Contestant 1 Name: Uma Ileadis Tipitina Butkis Ragheb Sign: Aquarius Political Offices held: Official mascot of the UGA Alumni Association Detroit Chapter Favorite snack: half a rubber Kong bone with a side of flip-flops Favorite toy: shoelaces Guilty pleasure: Has a life-size poster of Uga in her crate Think you have the cutest bulldog or is your pup filled with UGA pride? Enter your dog into the UGA Alumni Association's Kennel Club Contest. Your dog could take home the title in one of these five categories: - Best Bulldog (other than Uga, of course!) - Dawg-gone Good Name (named after anything UGA affiliated) - Most Georgia Pride - Top Dawg (oldest living UGA-pride dog) All entries will post on the UGA Alumni Association Web site. The winner of each category will receive a special treat. To enter, please email Amber Mangle a photo of the contestant with the dog's name, category of entry, owner's name(s) and contact information, and any fun facts about the contestant such as favorite toy, guilty pleasure, hobbies, etc. *Attention All UGA Faculty and Staff Authors! If you have published a book in the last 24 months, please contact Robert Newsome at the UGA Bookstore at rnewsome@uga.edu with publication information by September 15, 2006. A copy of your book will be displayed at the UGA Bookstore during the third annual UGA Faculty and Staff Authors Reception on Wednesday, September 27 at 3:30 p.m. For more information call Alice Vernon at 542-2251. Welcome New Board Members The UGA Alumni Association appreciates the outstanding representation and service from its board members whose terms have ended. Welcome new Board members, Jennifer Chapman '97, '98, '02; Susan Comeau '76; Kerri Evans '92; Julia Goalby '98; John Pannell '00 and Jane Head. New Executive Committee members include Mary Frances Early '62; Tommy Sasser '70; Vic Sullivan '82 and Dr. Howard Williams '84. UGA Capital Campaign More than $454 million has been contributed to the Capital Campaign. These funds allow the University of Georgia the means to reach its goals of Building the new learning environment, Maximizing research opportunities and Competing in a global economy. To find out how you can contribute to these goals click here.

*Homecoming Beach Bash Save the date for the UGA Alumni Association's second annual Homecoming event from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on October 13, the Friday night before the Homecoming game. Join fellow alumni and friends at the "Sink the 'Dores" Beach Bash and gear up to beat Vanderbilt. For sponsorship information please contact Wanda Darden at 706-542-8199 or wdarden@uga.edu. The UGA Alumni Association invites you to start your day with fellow Alumni Association members at an upcoming Bulldog Breakfast Club. Thursday, August 17 from 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Guest Host: Dr. Loch Johnson, Regents Professor of the University of Georgia. RSVP online. Cost is $10.00 for Alumni Association members, and $5.00 for student members. Seating will be limited to 10 alumni per session and guests are encouraged to bring business cards. For more information please contact Wanda Darden or 706-542-8199.

UGA's Greatest Generation In an effort to recognize the "Greatest Generation" World War II veterans, the UGA Alumni Association is sponsoring a special project which will include collecting "war stories" from alumni, staff, and faculty who have personal memories from the war years. If you have a memory you would like included in this project, please send it via email to Claude McBride '55 or mail to Claude McBride, UGA Alumni Association, Wray-Nicholson House, 298 Hull St., Athens, GA 30602. Marion Stegeman Hodgson, '41, is one of UGA's most unique World War II veterans. She was one of the first women to train for the Army Air Corps. Marion grew up in Athens and was the daughter of the University's legendary coach H. J. Stegeman for whom Stegeman Hall was named. She graduated in 1941, the year of Pearl Harbor, and earned her pilot's license while a student at the University. The following year, the government issued a call for licensed women pilots to volunteer for Air Corps flight training. She volunteered in March, 1943 and reported to Sweetwater, Texas where she was one of the first classes of women to train for the Army Air Forces as a WASP (Women's Airforce Service Pilot). After six months of intensive training night and day, she received her silver wings and was ordered to Love Field, Dallas, Texas. Please visit our Greatest Generation page for the full story.

The Carter Presidency: Lessons for the 21st Century Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, will participate in a conference on January 20, 2007 at UGA to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Carter's inauguration as president. Back to School Fall semester classes begin Wednesday, August 16, which also marks the beginning of the 2006-2007 academic year. Residence halls open early for Redcoat Band members and students participating in Greek life membership recruitment. All other students can begin moving in on August 12. For more information visit Housing's website.

On the Regional Programs page use the dropdown menu to see the Regional Contact and scheduled activities for your area. For more information on UGA Alumni Association Regional Programs, contact Director of Regional Programs and Alumni Tours Tami Gardner or 800-606-8786. Freshmen Send-Off Parties This fall, thousands of students will begin their college careers at the University of Georgia. Before the UGA Class of 2010 leave their hometowns many will receive a special Freshmen Send-Off Party hosted by their local alumni. Check your chapter or club for details. Alumni are invited to attend. Uga Turns 50 Throughout the month of August various alumni chapters and clubs will be celebrating 50 Years of Uga by gathering to view the "Damn Good Dog" DVD. Check your chapter or club page for details. Football Game Watching Parties Don't bark alone! Join fellow UGA graduates and enthusiasts to watch the televised football games and cheer on the Bulldogs. Check your chapter or club for details. Upcoming Chapter & Club Events: For details on the following events, click on the Chapter or Club Austin, TX Club August 26, SEC Kick-Off Party Central Valley, CA Club August 26, 2006 Football Season Kick-off & 50 Years of Uga Celebration Charlotte, NC Chapter August 31, 50 Years of Uga Celebration Pensacola, Florida Club August 24, 50 Years of Uga Celebration Southern California Chapter September 10, UGA Night at the Hollywood Bowl with Willie Nelson Upstate, SC Chapter September 9, Special Game Watching & 50 Years of Uga Celebration Washington, DC Chapter August 11, Dawg Days II, the Mystics take on the Detroit Shock August 24, 50 Years of Uga Celebration September 7, First Thursday Dinner Club September 11, UGA Alumni Book Club Please visit the Alumni Association Regional Programs web site on a regular basis and attend the events in your area. Contact the chapter or club leader listed for your area and find out how you can become more involved. Your support and time are needed to keep your chapter or club fun, exciting and representative of every graduate.

For information on Multicultural events please contact UGA Alumni Association Director of Multicultural Programs Randy Groomes ’92 at rgroomes@uga.edu or at 706-542-5158. Visit the Association’s Multicultural Programs web site. Download the latest diversity newsletter. Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Yoko Mimura '94, '01 Yoko came to UGA to expand her horizons after completing a degree program in Law in Tokyo, Japan. She is currently a research professional in the Department of Housing and Consumer Economics, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, where she received her masters and doctorate degrees. Game Watching Party Join fellow alumni and friends at the UGA Alumni Association Multicultural and Atlanta Programs Game Watching Party on Saturday, September 30 and cheer on the Dawgs as they take on Ole Miss.

UGA Credit Card Request the University of Georgia MasterCard or Visa credit card! Show your pride each time you use the card. Brought to you by the UGA Alumni Association and MBNA America. Student card application Worldpoints card application Krispy Kreme UGA Alumni Association members, receive six FREE glazed doughnuts when you purchase a dozen doughnuts at the Athens Krispy Kreme.   Thanks for reading! Amber A. Mangle '03 Assistant Director of Communications amber17@uga.edu   Pass this e-newsletter along to other UGA alums who may not be receiving it. Encourage them to join the UGA Online Community and keep up-to-date with all the UGA Alumni Association is doing for alumni and the University of Georgia.