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Leading the Future: UWG Alumna Named Superintendent of Carroll County Schools
University of West Georgia alumna Dr. Jessica M. Ainsworth ’06 ’16 has been named superintendent of Carroll County Schools. The Carroll County Board of Education announced Ainsworth’s appointment this spring, citing her leadership and commitment to the district’s mission of ensuring every student graduates enrolled, employed, enlisted and engaged. She succeeds longtime Superintendent Scott Cowart, who is retiring after 16 years of service.
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University of West Georgia alumna Dr. Jessica M. Ainsworth ’06 ’16 has been named superintendent of Carroll County Schools. The Carroll County Board of Education announced Ainsworth’s appointment this spring, citing her leadership and commitment to the district’s mission of ensuring every student graduates enrolled, employed, enlisted and engaged. She succeeds longtime Superintendent Scott Cowart, who is retiring after 16 years of service.
120 Years and Still Leading the Pack: UWG Alumni Weekend Brings Wolves Back Together
The University of West Georgia is preparing to welcome alumni back to campus for its annual Alumni Weekend, set for April 24-25. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as the university commemorates its 120th anniversary, bringing together generations of alumni and friends for a weekend of connection, celebration and shared memories. “I’m delighted to welcome our alumni and friends back to campus for Alumni Weekend 2026,” said Kate Petty, director of alumni and constituent engagement.
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The University of West Georgia is preparing to welcome alumni back to campus for its annual Alumni Weekend, set for April 24-25. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as the university commemorates its 120th anniversary, bringing together generations of alumni and friends for a weekend of connection, celebration and shared memories. “I’m delighted to welcome our alumni and friends back to campus for Alumni Weekend 2026,” said Kate Petty, director of alumni and constituent engagement.
Empowered at UWG, Empowering Girls Today: UWG Alumna Takes the Helm at Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
The University of West Georgia is proud to celebrate alumna Krystal Crawford ’95 as she steps into her newest leadership role as chief executive officer of the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, a role in which she will lead operations across 125 counties. With a career spanning more than 25 years in nonprofit leadership and youth advocacy, Crawford brings both vision and experience to an organization serving thousands of girls and volunteers across three states.
Empowered at UWG, Empowering Girls Today: UWG Alumna Takes the Helm at Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia
The University of West Georgia is proud to celebrate alumna Krystal Crawford ’95 as she steps into her newest leadership role as chief executive officer of the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, a role in which she will lead operations across 125 counties. With a career spanning more than 25 years in nonprofit leadership and youth advocacy, Crawford brings both vision and experience to an organization serving thousands of girls and volunteers across three states.
Howl together again: UWG Alumni Weekend is April 25-27
The University of West Georgia eagerly anticipates its annual Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 25-27, as a time to welcome back alumni from all over the world to Carrollton for an unforgettable celebration. This cherished tradition serves as an opportunity each spring for members of the UWG community to reconnect, reflect on past memories and create new ones.
Howl Together Again: UWG Alumni Weekend April 25-27
March 26, 2025 Reading time: 4 minutes, 3 seconds The University of West Georgia eagerly anticipates its annual Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 25-27, as a time to welcome back alumni from all over the world to Carrollton for an unforgettable celebration. This cherished tradition serves as an opportunity each spring for members of the UWG community to reconnect, reflect on past memories and create new ones.
UWG's annual Alumni Weekend set for April 26-28
The University of West Georgia eagerly anticipates its annual Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 26-28, as a time to welcome back alumni from all over the world to Carrollton for a memorable celebration. This cherished tradition serves as a time each spring when members of the UWG community reconnect, reflect on past memories and create new ones.
UWG's annual Alumni Weekend set for April 26-28 (copy)
The University of West Georgia eagerly anticipates its annual Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 26-28, as a time to welcome back alumni from all over the world to Carrollton for a memorable celebration. This cherished tradition serves as a time each spring when members of the UWG community reconnect, reflect on past memories and create new ones.
You Belong Here: UWG’s Annual Alumni Weekend Set for April 26-28
The University of West Georgia eagerly anticipates its annual Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 26-28, as a time to welcome back alumni from all over the world to Carrollton for a memorable celebration. This cherished tradition serves as a time each spring when members of the UWG community reconnect, reflect on past memories and create new ones.
UWG’s annual Alumni Weekend set for April 26-28
(Last Updated On: February 29, 2024) By: Sam Gentry The University of West Georgia eagerly anticipates its annual Alumni Weekend, scheduled for April 26-28, as a time to welcome back alumni from all over the world to Carrollton for a memorable celebration. This cherished tradition serves as a time each spring when members of the UWG community reconnect, reflect on past memories and create new ones.
Coming Home: UWG’s Annual Alumni Weekend Festivities Set for April 28-30
The University of West Georgia loves to celebrate its more than 73,000 alumni all over the world in an effort to enhance the sense of belonging and connectedness among the alumni community. During the upcoming Alumni Weekend (April 28-30), the UWG Alumni Association will proudly recognize some of its outstanding graduates during the 46th annual Alumni Awards.
UWG’s annual Alumni Weekend festivities set for April 28-30
The University of West Georgia loves to celebrate its more than 73,000 alumni all over the world in an effort to enhance the sense of belonging and connectedness among the alumni community. During the upcoming Alumni Weekend, April 28-30, the UWG Alumni Association will proudly recognize some of its outstanding graduates during the 46th annual Alumni Awards.
UWG placemaking team builds community connectedness through Penley prints
The University of West Georgia is dedicated to being a proactive point of connection in the community. Few initiatives demonstrate that priority more holistically than The Placemakers, a group of faculty and staff who ensure the presence of UWG and its brand in local businesses and community organizations.
UWG’s Murphy Center Distinguished Lecture Series returns this fall
The Thomas B. Murphy Center for Public Service at the University of West Georgia promotes civic engagement by educating and inspiring students and the community about real-world politics. One of the ways this outcome is achieved is through the center’s Distinguished Lecture Series, to be hosted this fall.
UWG’s Murphy Center Distinguished Lecture Series Returns This Fall
The Thomas B. Murphy Center for Public Service at the University of West Georgia promotes civic engagement by educating and inspiring students and the community about real-world politics. One of the ways this outcome is achieved is through the center’s Distinguished Lecture Series, to be hosted this fall.
UWG, Georgia Highlands College sign partnership agreement
Leaders from the University of West Georgia and Georgia Highlands College (GHC) recently signed a partnership agreement that will provide a streamlined path for psychology students between the two institutions. “At the University of West Georgia, we make distinct contributions to the industries that hire the professionals who graduate from our psychology programs,” said Dr. Brendan B. Kelly, UWG’s president.
UWG Recognized for Efforts in Social Mobility
The University of West Georgia prides itself on putting students first. When economically disadvantaged prospective students are in need of financial assistance in order to attend the university, the Pack comes together to make sure those needs are met. Because of these efforts, U.S. News & World Report has recognized UWG for its success in social mobility. UWG has been ranked 48th in the country and second in Georgia among Top Performers in Social Mobility.
Cleanup Time: UWG Grad Transforms Brewery into Hand Sanitizer Production Facility
by Sam Gentry The late American television personality Fred Rogers said his mother always told him to “look for the helpers” during challenging times. When University of West Georgia alumnus Sean O’Keefe learned there was a way he could make a difference during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, he didn’t hesitate to act.
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