Tag: Team
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Grow Back Augusta Makes Headlines
The work of two Spring 2026 certificate capstone teams caught media attention over the summer. Both teams contributed to Grow Back Augusta, a multidisciplinary collaboration between UGA and the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area. The goal: Develop a long-term recovery tool that empowers Augusta community members with information and resources to reforest the…
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Not Goodbye, But See You Later!
The NMI would like to extend a big “see you later” to our amazing faculty member, John Weatherford, and graduate assistant, Peyton Owens. John has been a vital member of our NMI fam as a Principal Lecturer and Experiential Learning Faculty Advisor. From teaching Introduction to New Media to coordinating the certificate capstone experience, John’s tech prowess and passion…
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Welcome, New Faces!
We are so excited to be back on campus with some new faces this year! Emily Taylor has joined the NMI as the Event and Training Coordinator and TEDxUGA Curator. In this role, Emily brings together years of experience in theatre education, professional production, and event management. With a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from…
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Spring 2026 NMIXpo, Way to Go!
We wrapped up the Spring semester with a tech-tastic NMIXpo that included an Advisory Council meeting, SLAM, Emerge, graduation party, and so much more. And before we settle into the Summer semester, we would like to give one more round of applause to all of our New Media and Emerging Media students who debuted 24…
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All TED Things
In March, TEDxUGA 2026: Dark Mode took the stage, and what an incredible evening it was! From Anti-Pollution Technology to Musical Wellness, seven inspiring presenters shared their passions, research, and ideas worth spreading with a global audience of more than 500 participants. This year’s theme reminded us that the brightest ideas emerge from contrast and can take…
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PaceJam
Running and walking have skyrocketed in popularity in the last 5 years as a result of changing social media and health trends, and 62% of them utilize music while exercising. There are established apps that effectively track runs, and there are established apps that allow a user to stream music. However, there is a complete…
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PorchFest
We are partnering with Historic Athens Porchfest, a community-driven event organized by the non-profit Historic Athens, which transforms front porches across seven neighborhoods into intimate concert stages. Porchfest celebrates local live music and strengthens community connection through accessible, walkable entertainment. Our focus is on improving the mobile-first experience for event attendees, ensuring they can easily…
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Jam in the Streets
People and organizations need a full understanding of what Jam for Cam is and why supporting this cause is important, fun, and beneficial to the community. Without streamlined, modern digital tools, the music festival risks confusion, lost ticket sales, and limited community partnerships for Jam in the Streets. Event goers need to be able to…
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Everyday Intelligence
Students and campus communities need clear, accessible guidance on understanding and using AI in their academic lives. Everyday Intelligence is a podcast that makes AI simple, approachable, and useful for them. Each short-form, educational episode delivers real examples, easy-to-use tools, additional resources, and quick takeaways that bring clarity and confidence to the classroom. Right now,…
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Murray County Humane Society
Finding the right pet should feel hopeful — not overwhelming. But for many families, adoption websites can feel cluttered, confusing, and hard to navigate, making it difficult to learn about animals who deserve a chance. Meanwhile, small rescues like the MCHS (Murray County Humane Society) work tirelessly behind the scenes, caring for pets with limited…