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- The Arch - The symbol of UGA is a three-pillar arch that stands at the north end of campus facing Broad Street. The pillars stand for wisdom, justice, and moderation.
- "Between the Hedges" - Refers to our football field at Sanford Stadium. There are hedges on either side of the field so games are played "between the hedges."
- College - There are colleges within the University of Georgia that specialize in one area of expertise, for example, there is the Grady College of Journalism and the Terry College of Business. The term "college" does not mean the school as a whole.
- Entry-leveler - Someone who used to be a scenester but is transitioning to a hipster.
- G-Day - The day in the spring when the football team holds a scrimmage game.
- Harry Dawg - A sort of unofficial mascot, usually at basketball and football games. He is in a costume, as opposed to Uga, who is really a bulldog . . . we think.)
- The Key - A Web site that provides grade distributions for every class at UGA.
- MyID - This is the first part of your UGA e-mail account whatever is before "@uga.edu.").
- North Campus - Refers to the oldest section of UGA, home to many administration buildings now.
- OASIS - "Online Access to Student Information Systems." This is the online program, through which students register for classes, keep track of their accounts, calculate their own GPA, and other functions.
- O-House - Refers to both Oglethorpe House dorm, and Oglethorpe Dining Commons, so be careful.
- P.O.D. - Permission of department; many major-level classes will require permssion from the department for enrollment.
- P-J - Refers to the psychology and journalism buildings located on the corner of Sanford Drive and Baldwin Street.
- Pregame - Engaging in drinking activities in anticipation of going out later.
- Townie - Someone who lives in Athens but does not attend UGA.
- Uga - Our beloved bulldog mascot.
- The Union - Main student center where everything happens, or at least everything legal.
Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To School
- Athens has one of the nest music scenes in America. Check out a show!
- Central air means nothing. Invest in a fan.
- Don’t bother bringing sweaters until after Thanksgiving.
- Get the seven-day meal plan.
- The Greek scene is very competitive and preppy, so be prepared for four long days of making your best impression.
- Just because there’s no attendance policy doesn’t mean you should skip class.
- Just because you started class at 8 a.m. in high school does not mean you should do so in college.
- Stock up on red and black clothes.
- Try to have a major in mind before you get here.
- You are not guaranteed access to your first-choice major.
- You’re going to want a camera.
Tips to Succeed
- Always dispute bad grades—you may even be given a second chance.
- Do your own homework.
- Don’t ever fall behind in reading.
- Don’t waste your time trying to study in the dorms. Head to the library or the SLC.
- Go out on the weekend. Go to shows, plays, concerts, games, protests, anything you might not get a chance to do again.
- Go to class -- on time!
- Go to class!
- Make use of all the facilities at Ramsey. You won’t get equipment like this for free anywhere else.
- Research potential professors before choosing your classes— some are much easier than others who are teaching the same courses.
- Take a freshman seminar. Subjects range from comic books to film noir to conspiracy theories.
- Take fun electives; there’s a lot of unique classes available.
- Use Internet resources to determine the best class for you. Go to www.ratemyprofessor.com to get the lowdown from past students. Also, UGA's SGA operates ugakey.com, which provides grade distributions for each teacher and each course.
Traditions
- “Glory, Glory” - One of UGA’s oldest traditions is the singing of our school fight song, “Glory, Glory,” which is sung to the tune of “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Depending on our opponent, improvisations in the last line of the song may resound from the stands. The line is supposed to go “G-E-O-R-G-I-A,” but sometimes becomes “And to hell with Flo-ri-da,” or something along those lines.
- “How ‘Bout Them Dogs” - This line has become the battle cry of Dawg fans. It is believed to have originated in the 1970s and gained momentum when a major wire service picked it up after Georgia beat Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl and claimed the national championship. Many newspapers thereafter used it as a headline.
- Bulldogs - The term “Georgia Bulldogs” came from an article written in 1920. First it was a nickname, believed to pay tribute to Yale University where our first president, Abraham Baldwin, attended college. On November 3, 1920, Morgan Blake of the Atlanta Journal wrote, “The Georgia Bulldog would sound good because there is a certain dignity about a bulldog, as well as ferocity.” Three days later, on November 6, 1920, after a UGA football game, Cliff Wheatley used the name “Bulldogs” five times in his story, and we’ve been known as the Bulldogs ever since.
- Homecoming - Every year before Homecoming, numerous student groups sneak out to Sanford Drive late at night and paint their group’s homecoming theme on the street in front of Sanford Stadium. The designs are always bright and bold, and last for months afterwards. There is also a big homecoming parade downtown during Homecoming week. Students and locals always flock to catch candy and see the floats. Onlookers can also get a glimpse of everyone’s favorite bulldog, Uga.
- The Arch - The arch is located at the edge of North Campus, facing downtown Athens. It was installed in 1864, and remains today. The Arch is also the official emblem of the University of Georgia, appearing on official documents and Georgia merchandise. Originally, freshmen were forbidden to walk under the arch. Nowadays, anyone can walk under it, but there are mythical consequences. Supposedly, any undergraduate who walks under the Arch will not graduate and will become infertile. You will see most people choosing to walk around the Arch if you watch closely.
- The Chapel Bell - Georgia fans ring the chapel bell after a Georgia football victory. This tradition began in the 1890s, and used to be a chore reserved for freshmen. Now, however, students and alumni eagerly rush to the Chapel after a football victory for a chance to ring the chapel bell. At orientation, incoming freshmen get to ring the bell.
- The Georgia “G” - The Georgia ”G” was originally designed by head football coach Vince Dooley in 1964. Dooley liked the look of the “G” on helmets worn by the Green Bay Packers, and designed Georgia’s “G” accordingly, though utilizing a different color scheme. The design features a black oval “G” surrounded by a white oval background. A white stripe encircles the “G” over the top. A smaller black stripe was added inside the white stripe over the top in 1996 by new head football coach Jim Donnan.
- The Hedges - The hedges in Sanford Stadium have been standing proudly since its dedication in 1929. “Between the hedges” is a phrase supposedly originating from Atlanta writer Grantland Rice when he said of an upcoming game, “that the Bulldogs will have their opponent ‘between the hedges.’”
- Uga - Voted the best mascot in the country by Sports Illustrated, Uga comes from a long line of bulldogs owned by Frank W. “Sonny” Sieler of Savannah, GA. The current line began with Uga I, a solid white English Bulldog, the grandson of a former Georgia mascot. The most famous Uga was Uga V, who actually appeared in the movie “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.” He also posed for the cover of Sports Illustrated when he was named the best mascot in the nation. We are now up to Uga VI. All the Uga’s lived in Savannah, and travel to Athens for football games.
School Spirit
School spirit is strong at the University of Georgia. Alumni support, both financially and physically, at University events is overwhelming. Students and alumni join together for many University fundraisers and causes. Football games unite thousands of students and fans that might have nothing else in common but a love for the school and the Dawgs. The pursuit of excellence within the University is a challenge undertaken by students and alumni from all walks of life. Most people affiliated with UGA want it to remain great. Students and alumni are proud of their UGA education, and proud to be a part of a school with so much character. Students, faculty, and alumni are very involved in the affairs of the University’s administration, and the Red and Black newspaper keeps everyone informed as to what is going on. Dawgs fans have been through a lot, both good and bad, but they remain dedicated and unwavering. Loyalty is key to being a Dawg. The fans here are great, and easily some of the best in the nation. They are always supportive, always faithful, and definitely know how to have a good time.
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