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40 Under 40 In preparation for the 2013 40 Under 40 Awards Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 19, the Alumni Association hosted the inaugural 40 Under 40 Nominee & Past Honoree Gathering at Fado Irish Pub in Atlanta. On June 6, more than 100 former honorees and the 2013 nominees networked with each other before the Class of 2013 was announced in early July.

The event was made possible thanks to generous Georgia Fund donations by the Host Committee, which included:

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Thank you to all of the recent graduates who made their mark at the University of Georgia through Senior Signature. Be sure to take a picture by the plaque next time you're in Athens. You might see your picture in an upcoming publication.

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Kevin Abernethy (AB ’99) Marc Fordham (BBA ’03), (MPA ’08), (MBA ’10) Lorraine Hawley (ABJ ’98) Scott Hitch (BS ’96), (JD ’99) Ronnie Mabra (JD ’04) Kim Metcalf (BSHE ’93), (MS ’96) Ashley Patrick (BBA ’03) Matt Pollard (BBA ’00) Shonte Press (BBA ’03) Brian Robinson (ABJ ’97) Matt Sawhill (BBA ’01) Julie Smith (AB’00) Rob Swartwood (JD ’09) Lee Zell (AB ’96) The UGA Alumni Association established the 40 Under 40 in 2010 to recognize young alumni for their accomplishments in a wide range of industries and philanthropic endeavors. §

Reaching New Heights UGA Welcomes 22nd President

"My focus will be very direct and very clear: I will focus on our students and the core academic mission of the University – if our academic core is very strong, the entire university also will be very good."

Jere W. Morehead became the University of Georgia's 22nd president on July 1, 2013, having previously served as UGA's senior vice president for academic affairs and provost since 2010.

“Becoming President of the University of Georgia is a dream come true for a UGA graduate who has spent more than half of his life on this campus,” said Morehead. His career covers a wide range of faculty and administrative roles, including vice president for instruction, vice provost for academic affairs, associate provost and director of the Honors Program, and acting executive director of legal affairs.

President Morehead is the Meigs Professor of Legal Studies in the Terry College of Business, where he has held a faculty appointment since 1986. Morehead also directed UGA Law School's Advocacy Program from 1986 to 1995 and coached numerous moot court teams. He has received several University-wide teaching awards, including UGA’s highest honor for teaching excellence.

A native of Lakeland, Fla., Morehead moved with his family to Atlanta as a teenager. He earned his undergraduate degree from Georgia State University. He is a 1980 graduate of the UGA School of Law where he earned his J.D. degree.

President Morehead notes: “It is especially humbling as an alumnus to serve as the leader of this great institution…

Many people have asked me what I hope to accomplish as the 22nd President of UGA. My focus will be very direct and very clear: I will focus on our students and the core academic mission of the University – if our academic core is very strong, the entire university also will be very good.

American public higher education was established here in 1785, and we have been entrusted with that legacy. Let’s get to work.” §

Meet Tucker Berta ABJ ’00 Advertising & Public Relations Writer, Social Media Lecturer, Serenbe Consultant

By Alumni Relations Staff Margaret Sullivan (BSFCS ’11, MA ’12) Contact gms89@uga.edu for more info on UGA Young Alumni programs Photo by Jamie Annarino

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hen it comes to Atlanta, alumna Tucker Berta is in the know. From new restaurant openings to the trendiest fashion boutiques, she has her finger on the pulse of this ever-moving city.

Berta is something of a Renaissance woman with a career pendulum swinging from fundraising, marketing and public relations, editorial work, to promoting the arts and culinary scene. Berta is greatly responsible for putting Serenbe, a community 30 miles south of Atlanta, on the map. As its director of communications from 2005 to 2011, she promoted the community’s sustainability principles, residential homes, three restaurants, organic farms, boutique inn, shops, and art galleries, scoring them impressive editorial coverage in New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, CNN, and countless national and regional magazines.

Prior to pitching media for Serenbe, Berta was a part of the media—she was associate editor at Jezebel Magazine, followed by editor-in-chief at Lifestyles Magazine.

While at Serenbe, she started her own PR firm and has represented such clients at W Hotel—Midtown, where she conceptualized the popular Street Food Thursdays and Midtown Pop Up Shops events.

Clearly, this UGA alumna is passionate about Atlanta and promoting all the city has to offer. Berta believes her undergraduate experience studying advertising at UGA’s Grady College made her a better public relations professional and writer. She explains, “The Grady professors’ attention to carefully crafted messages and tightly edited copy gave me the skills to write a solid pitch or story.”

And because of her experience at UGA as a student and fundraiser, Berta also recognizes the importance of making an annual gift to UGA. As a President’s Club donor to the Grady College, Berta is making a difference for students today who, like her, will move into careers where they will recognize the impact UGA makes.

These days, you'll find Berta co-writing a book with Serenbe founder, Steve Nygren, managing the sustainable community's social media platforms, freelancing for food-centric publications including The Local Palate and conducting social media seminars at AmericasMart Atlanta. In February, Tucker was named a "Top 10 Under 40" influential Atlantan by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles.

Connect with Tucker Berta on Twitter and LinkedIn. §

Events No Dawg should bark alone!

Join UGA alumni and friends this fall as the Bulldogs battle their way to the SEC championship and beyond. Gatherings are hosted by UGA Alumni Association chapters and are open to UGA graduates, friends, and fans.

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10/5 Football at Tennessee

11/2 Georgia vs. Florida at Jacksonville, FL 3:30pm kickoff

10/7-13 University Theatre: A Servant of Two Masters More information.

10/10 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis More information.

10/11 Alumni Night at the Bookstore 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

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10/12 Football vs. Missouri 10/17 Terry Third Thursday: Dan Cathy, Chick-fil-A More information.

10/19 Football at Vanderbilt 10/22 Student Alumni Association Ghost Tours More information.

10/25 Georgia Association of Law and Politics Symposium More information.

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11/23 Football vs. Kentucky 11/30 Football at Georgia Tech

11/7-17 University Theatre: Pride and Prejudice More information.

11/8 Homecoming Parade Check with your college for specific event information!

11/9 Football vs. Appalachian State: Homecoming 11/14 UGA Opera Theatre: Carmen More information.

11/16 Football at Auburn 11/19 Investiture of President Jere W. Morehead More information.

UGA Calendars ยง Check out the complete Alumni Association Calendar. ยง Events at the UGA Performing Arts Center. ยง Only select athletic events listed above. See the complete athletics schedule. ยง There are lectures, seminars, and guests presenters on a wide variety of topics nearly everyday.

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Wormsloe Foundation Gifts Piece of Plantation Mr. and Mrs. Craig Barrow III have quite a history with UGA. Ten generations of the Barrow family have attended UGA and the Wormsloe property has been in the family since the founding of the state of Georgia.

Recently the trustees of the Wormsloe Foundation donated about 15 acres of the historic property, located 10 miles southeast of Savannah, for use by the UGA College of Environment and Design and other UGA colleges and units. The property will be used for research by faculty and graduate students working in ecology, environmental history and archeology.

Located on the Isle of Hope, Wormsloe Plantation dates back to the 1730s and before then was used by Native Americans. It has served as a military stronghold, plantation, country residence, farm and tourist attraction. The parcel deeded to UGA is adjacent to land remaining in the Barrow family.

The following video from the Barrows recognition at UGA’s 2013 Celebration of Support shows the beautiful property and shares some of its rich history.

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Thank you to the more than 500 graduates who attended June's Young Alumni Gathering at SweetWater Brewing Company. Stay tuned for more fun events for Metro Atlanta Area UGA alumni!

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Profiles Alan Goodno BBA ’11 Marketing Associate Director of Annual Giving School of Informatics and Computing, Indiana University Bloomington, IN Currently reading… The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter--And How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg Jay In 10 years... I want to make sure that I find an excuse to laugh every day and cherish the small moments in life.

I hope that I continue to have a fulfilling career in higher education and that I am challenged in my work.

Favorite part of your job… I get to connect people with their passions. When I speak with donors about their experiences, I quickly understand how college has made an impact on their lives. I believe in the power of education and this is a chance for me to help make change.

Great UGA memory… Every Thursday at 6:00PM – I was lucky enough to be a member of the Arch Society and we met weekly at that time. Our group closed every meeting by singing the alma mater. That memory still gives me chills and fuels my Bulldog pride.

Have any UGA traditions of your own? I like to think The G-Book is my tradition. I had the distinct pleasure to work with Christie Hayes `10 and Julie Cheney `99, `11 to bring the official traditions handbook back to campus in 2009.

Inspired by… my peers. From teaching to graduate school to politics to traveling abroad, my dreams are reinforced because I see my friends following their own dreams.

How has UGA changed you? My courses, faculty, and advisors shook me to the core. I was challenged to develop a self-understanding that I never considered before college. UGA has given me my best friends, an amazing education, and the courage to be me. For that, I will forever be grateful to my alma mater.

Amanda Helmey ABJ ’01 Public Relations Director of Customer Engagement Vericom Corporation www.vericom.net Roswell, GA Currently reading…The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference

by Malcolm Gladwell In 10 years... Part of any good 10 year plan is continual growth and education. I want to be with an organization where I can continue to learn (getting my MBA is the current plan), take on additional responsibilities, and contribute as much value as I can.

Favorite part of your job… Being part of the professional growth and development of other employees. We often hire recent graduates and watching them grow and flourish is such a rewarding experience.

Great UGA memory… Like many others before us, my husband and I met while completing our undergraduate degrees at UGA. We grew up bulldog fans, attended Georgia as student athletes, and are now able to share those traditions and memories with our children.

Inspired by… My children. When I've been feeling stuck or uninspired, I spend time with my kids and try to see the world through their eyes.

How do you stay connected to UGA? The Alumni Association does a tremendous job of encouraging participation and supporting their graduates in the Atlanta area. I subscribe to the newsletter, follow the Association on social media and visit the website often to check on upcoming events.

How has UGA impacted you? Almost every aspect of my life has been touched by my decision to attend The University of Georgia. From my personal life (meeting the love of my life and wonderful friends in college, spending every Saturday in the Fall in red and black), to my professional life (using my UGA degree to further my career, hiring Georgia graduates and mingling with the Alumni network), The University of Georgia still impacts me on a daily basis--and I’m so proud share my experience with others.

Adam McDaniel BBA ’08 Finance Co-Founder, Vice President & Managing Member Logi-Trans Express www.logitransexpress.com Owner & CEO, Georgia Baseball Academy Woodstock, GA www.Georgiabaseballacademy.com Currently Reading: First by Rich Froning In 10 years… I hope to be still creating jobs, providing positive work environments, and shaping young minds.

Favorite part of your job… Creating positions that people are excited to hold and providing positive customer relationships.

Great UGA memory… I was 18 years old and a true freshman on the UGA Baseball Team. We were down by two runs in the ninth inning at home in the playoffs to Clemson. We hit back to back homeruns to tie it up and then hit another homerun in the 10th inning to go on to the Super Regionals against our Arch Rivals... Georgia Tech. We beat Tech two games in a row at their field to go on to the College World Series. Greatest week of my life. Went by in a blink of an eye, but I'll never forget that feeling.

Preston Shurley (BFA ’12) is an accomplished artist who has created a series of works with themes ranging from South Africa, Cuba, painted portraits and religion to the University of Georgia. His work is permanently displayed at the Lamar Dodd School of Art on campus.

Shurley’s latest commission can be seen at the UGA Atlanta Alumni Center in Buckhead, so stop by and enjoy a series of paintings by Shurley that feature special campus landmarks.

To learn more about Shurley and his art, click here.

Inspired by… My employees. They give me the strength to continue fighting and growing all of our businesses.

How do you stay connected to UGA? Last year I started a baseball scholarship in the name of my late grandfather, Rev. Joseph T. Humphries. He was a Methodist Preacher for 62 years and helped me become the man I am today.

I can never repay him for all he did for me, but he was an avid baseball fan and he will forever be remembered now at UGA. I wanted to be able to provide the same opportunities for young athletes that were afforded to me.

UGA gave me the skills to tackle the real world and for that I am forever grateful.

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Marzka Featured in Better Homes and Gardens Congratulations to Kelly Marzka (ABJ ’06), who was featured in the June issue of Better Homes and Gardens for her fabulous laundry room renovation for only $157!

After working in corporate public relations for five years, Marzka started her blog View Along the Way, which chronicles her efforts to transform their home into the home of their dreams through D.I.Y. projects—all on a budget. Marzka’s “aha” moment was when she decided to decorate it according to her tastes—not popular Pinterest trends or what others like.

Congratulations to Kelly and her husband, Andy (BSED ’05), for being featured in such a prominent magazine as they tackle numerous home improvement and decorating projects. Follow Kelly at View Along the Way to see what’s next on her to-do list. §

Vet School for a Day The UGA College of Veterinary Medicine will hold its annual "Vet School for a Day" program on September 25. The event is especially for high school juniors and seniors throughout Georgia and South Carolina who are curious about a career in veterinary medicine.

The program includes a tour of the Teaching Hospital, a meeting with faculty from different areas of veterinary medicine, visiting with current veterinary students and hearing from alumni.

"Through this program, we hope to educate students and guidance counselors about the many career opportunities available within the field of veterinary medicine," said Paige Carmichael, the associate dean for academic affairs in the veterinary college.

"Vet School for a Day" is sponsored by the David Forehand Foundation, created in memory of alumnus Dr. David Forehand, who received his doctor of veterinary medicine from the college in 1976. More information on the event, or contact Lakecia Pettway at 706.542.8411. §

UGA in Costa Rica Wins a Sustainability Award The University of Georgia Costa Rica recently was honored by GoAbroad.com with the 2013 Innovation in Sustainability Award at the NAFSA: Association of International Educators annual conference in St. Louis.

GoAbroad.com recognized UGA Costa Rica for studying, understanding and embodying the interconnectedness of human society within the natural environment. The 155-acre campus in Monteverde is independently certified as a sustainable operation.

"This is a great honor and was made possible by a dedicated team at UGA’s main campus in Athens and at the campus in Costa Rica," said Quint Newcomer, director of the UGA Costa Rica program. "Our goal from day one was to make the Costa Rica campus a model of sustainability and environmental stewardship, and the award validates that our efforts are bearing fruit.

"With passionate faculty, students and staff in Costa Rica and unwavering support from the university, our ability to exceed sustainability benchmarks is superb. This award represents the culmination of a collaborative effort that makes UGA Costa Rica one of the world's best travel-study destinations."

Examples of UGA Costa Rica's sustainability practices include: • An integrated sustainable farm serves as a living classroom, producing 15% of food served on campus.

Additionally, Nearly a third of the campus food products come directly from small farmers in the community.

• Local farmers offer sustainable agriculture tours.

Landscape architecture students in service-learning courses provide trail designs, maps, logos and websites to enhance the quality of tours. These tours annually inject $15,000 into the local economy.

• Homestays, dancing and cooking lessons for students

• A carbon-offset program in which native trees, planted and monitored by students, capture carbon while restoring habitat for migratory birds and stabilizing soils on degraded hillsides. More than 28,000 trees have been planted so far, with an additional 10,000 trees a year planned for 2013-2015.

More information on UGA Costa Rica. §

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Clockwise from top middle: Charlotte Griffin Ellis ’09, who now works with a Christian NGO in Cambodia, handing a student a certificate for completing a three-year English program; Emily Weinstein ’12 and Russell Gilbert ’12, ’13 explore the gardens of Marie Antoinette outside of the Château de Versailles in France; Brad Lavoie ’03 on the Capilano suspension bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia; Andrew Moore '06 snaps a pic with Alex Trebek. Moore was a contestant on the television gameshow Jeopardy in June; Marshall Shepard ’10, ’13 and Ashley Deas ’10 celebrating Shepard's completion of his Master's degree; Brandi Nicole ’03 and Christopher Brandon Skeen ’03 have their photo taken with a Sanford Stadium groom's cake at their June wedding at Lake Arrowhead.

On the cover: (Top left): A student reading a book as she walk to class. Photo by UGA Photographic Services. (Top right): Peachtree Road Race runners Brandy Winfrey ’06, left, and Jacki Payne ’80, right pause for a breather during this Atlanta Fourth of July tradition. (Bottom row left to right): Zach ’10 and Lauren Barnes ’08 overlook the town of Positano, Italy; Melissa ’07 and Andrew Chapman shopping for an outfit for their first baby bulldog; Darcey ’03 and Joe Hans pose at the Conservatory at Watersone in Acworth, Georgia just moments after they were pronounced husband and wife at their red & black themed wedding.