A Brief History: 1932 - 2002
The University System of Georgia is celebrating it's 75th Anniversary in 2007. For more information, please visit: 75 Years of Transforming Lives
In January 2002, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia marks the 70th anniversary of the beginning of official business -- a fitting time to review the triumphs and challenges that have shaped the lives of countless Georgians over the past seven decades.
Contents
Campuses of the University System of Georgia - 1932 & 2002
Chancellors of the University System of Georgia
Introduction
The Birth of a University
The State Gets Involved
A New Day
Conflicts With the Governor
After the War
Color Barrier at UGA is Broken
The Seventies Under Simpson
Tackling Desegregation
A New Chancellor
Harmonious State Relations
Planning and Assessment
Financial Boost for Special Projects
Hard Times Hit Georgia
Leadership Change Brings New Vitality
A Year of Major Changes
The Nation Takes Notice
Not Without Challenges
A Partner in Economic Development
Change in Leadership
The University System - 70 Years of Progress
Chancellors of the University System of Georgia
Introduction
The Birth of a University
The State Gets Involved
A New Day
Conflicts With the Governor
After the War
Color Barrier at UGA is Broken
The Seventies Under Simpson
Tackling Desegregation
A New Chancellor
Harmonious State Relations
Planning and Assessment
Financial Boost for Special Projects
Hard Times Hit Georgia
Leadership Change Brings New Vitality
A Year of Major Changes
The Nation Takes Notice
Not Without Challenges
A Partner in Economic Development
Change in Leadership
The University System - 70 Years of Progress
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Board of Regents
University System of Georgia
270 Washington Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30334
(404) 656-2250
Additional editorial assitance provided by: Cameron Fincher