University of Georgia - Pandora Yearbook (Athens, GA)

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I UGA Micneiie Tissura Volun- teers Donate Time While the University and the com- munity may seem to work as two separate entities, they are actually greatly intermingled and quite insepa- rable. The University itself organizes and sponsors particular events to benefit several different groups in the com- munity. For example, Communiversity constantly works to bring student volunteers into the Ath- ens community to benefit needy chil- dren, elementary students and the elderly. This is one of the most visible examples of students working to help the community, but countless other groups function to pro- mote commu- nity involvement as well. Most volun- teer groups sponsor events throughout the year to benefit the community. A large number One way of volunteer- ing in the community is taking care of children. To give many mothers a day off, student organizations volun- teer their time to babysit. of these service groups hold special events in orderto publicize theircause. These events may include baseball, Softball or volleyball tournaments, rock- a-thons, fun-runs, or carnivals where proceeds benefit a local charity. Uga even boasts singing groups that per- form at elementary schools and homes for the elderly around Athens. Students give their time to service organizations and events in the com- munity. Not all ef- forts take up a large portion of students ' time. Blood drives are periodically sponsored and held on campus to make it easy and quick for students to donate Young Life promotes fun activities for high schoot students without relyin(i on drugs or alcohol their blood to the American Red Cross. Such drives are held several times a year at different locations on campus including many residence halls and buildings such as Memorial Hall. Soup I enjoy being involved in the Athens community. I love worl ing with high school students, because I can relate to their thoughts and feelings. -Will Chlttick Young Life Leader to BtO kitchens, nurseries, homeless shel- ters, the Athens Foodbank and other community projects rely on students for volunteer work in helping feed the needy and in taking care of young children and elderly citizens. The community of Athens helps stu- dents realize the importance of a strong community by providing support and positive feedback for students ' events. The community gains youthful energy and excitement, as well as a fresh look at traditional events. At the same time, the students feel content meet- ing the people of Athens and knowing they have helped encourage people in the community. Both students and members of the Athens area benefit from community involvement. -Michelle Chassereau Ashley Duggan

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Downtown p Where There ' s Something For Everyone The downtown scene has a substancial effect on college life. There is always some- thing going on there and it is a great attraction to the students at Georgia. -Heidi Wright Downtown Athens-it ' s a place to party with friends, to shop and browse, to eat any kind of food you might be craving, or to hang out when you don ' t have any- thing particular to do. What ever you do downtown, there are usually familiar faces around. Nearly every night of the week, students and Athens residents alike, can be found lingering in downtown Ath- ens. The Classic City offers a unique variety of enter- tainment that is sure to sat- isfy everyone ' s tastes. To statisfy their music in- terests, students invade places such as the Georgia Theater, The 40 Watt Club, andLowrey ' s. Students can sample the sounds and bands emerging from the famous Athens music scene. Both small bands and big acts play to enthusi- astic crowds. If crowd appeal is your game for night-time enter- tainment, Athens has plenty of great hangouts. O ' Malley ' s always attracts a crowd with their music and drink specials. Athens has a torrent of other bars such as The Globe, Gylands, The Sugar Bowl, Murphy ' s, and many others that can match anyone ' s aspirations. If satiating the appitite is the goal, students downtown Adding to the many attractions in down- town Attiens are the local street vendors offering things such as plants and incense. This woman is frequently seen in Athens selling flowers to passersby. never have to leave hungry. There is Pizza at Peppino ' s, dessert at Athens Coffee House, vegetarian food at The Blue Bird Cafe and The Grit, and Hary Bissett ' s for some great cajun cuisine. The Grill, open 24 hours, is great for those late night munchies. Athens ' shoppers delight in scowering stores ranging from the Junkman ' s Daughter ' s Brother to The Gap. But Athens also has bookstores, antique stores, and of course, record shops. Whatever you ' re looking for Athens has everything you could possibly want. The downtown music and social scenes are an intergral part of the Univerity experience, and are often a contributing factor in many students ' decisions to attend the University of Georgia. -Michelle Chassereau B f 1 tIM BR iJmM ouat fcVt 30 DOWNTOWN