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Allyson Terry '19 Assistant Director for Community Engagement Hometown: Hoover, AL Degrees: B.S. in Psychology with minor in Communications, Oglethorpe University;  MPA in Nonprofit and Higher Education Administration, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: The Table Bistro Something interesting about me: I’m a competitive powerlifter. Favorite spot on campus: Ramsey Student Center: The weight room is amazing! Favorite college class: Psychology and Law Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: As a graduate student I felt supported and seen, and the same feeling applies as a staff member. UGA provides a familial feeling no matter how you’re connected. E-mail Allyson Terry at allyson.terry@uga.edu

Anthony Johnson Senior Assistant Director of Admissions - Metro-Atlanta Office Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Dekalb and Fulton; Out of State Territory: Connecticut and Tennessee Hometown: Lithonia, GA Degrees: B.A. in History, Kansas State University; M.S. in Higher Postsecondary Education, Syracuse University Favorite restaurant in Athens: Shokitini Favorite spot on campus: Myers Quad Favorite college class: History of the South Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I enjoy how hospitable students are on campus when you need to find your way around. E-mail Anthony Johnson at acjohnso@uga.edu

Ashley O'Cain Admissions Officer Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Chatham, Columbia, Effingham, Richmond, Fulton, and Gwinnett; Out of State Territory: South Carolina Hometown: Greenville, SC Degrees: B.S. in Biology, Wofford College Favorite restaurant in Athens: Last Resort Grill Favorite musical spot in Athens: Highwire Lounge Favorite spot on campus: Founders Memorial Garden Favorite college class: Latin American Caribbean Studies Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: The people and the sense of community. From the moment I stepped foot on campus, it was evident that UGA is a place where people matter. Great things happen where emphasis is on the people! What is your notable first at UGA: I am the first in my family to work at UGA and to call Georgia home. E-mail Ashley O'Cain at ashley.ocain@uga.edu

Austin Todd '14 Admissions Recruiter Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Candler, Charlton, Cherokee, Emanuel, Evans, Glascock, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Liberty, Lincoln, Long, Mcduffie, Mcintosh, Montgomery, Pierce, Screven, Tattnall, Toombs, Treutlen, Ware, Warren, Washington, Wayne, and Wilkes; Out of State Territory: Alabama, Arizona, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Nevada, and Oklahoma Hometown: Flowery Branch, GA Degrees: BBA in Risk Management and Insurance, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: Little Italy Pizzeria Something interesting about me: Before I became an Admissions Recruiter, I was a 6th Grade Math Teacher Favorite spot on campus: Sanford Stadium Favorite college class: Analytic Geometry and Calculus Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: Other than wanting to be apart of UGA’s community, Athens has an amazing music and food scene. E-mail Austin Todd at aktodd@uga.edu

Barkley Barton II Director of Undergraduate Admissions Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Oconee; Out of State Territory: Hawaii Hometown: Knoxville, TN Degrees: B.A. in Communications and minor in Psychology, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; M.S. in Higher Education Administration, Bay Path University Favorite restaurant in Athens: Five and Ten and Mellow Mushroom Favorite spot on campus: Terrell Hall – Office of Undergraduate Admissions Favorite college class: Race, Gender and the Media Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: The University of Georgia makes me feel like I am at home. The faculty, staff and students are all welcoming and excited to be a part of the Athens community.

Blanca Rahman '13 '19 Assistant Director of Admissions Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Douglas, Floyd, Forsyth, Gordon, Gwinnett, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield; Out of State Territories: Idaho, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming Hometown: Watkinsville, GA Degrees: B.S. in Psychology and minor in Public Health and M.Ed. in Reading Education (Emphasis in PreK-5th Grade Teaching),  University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: Mama's Boy for brunch and Cali N Tito's for dinner. Something interesting about me: I am a first generation immigrant and also a first generation college graduate. Favorite musical spot in Athens: 40 Watt Club Favorite UGA tradition: Having your picture taken at the Arch upon graduation. Favorite spot on campus: Lake Herrick Pavilion Favorite college class: Abnormal Psychology Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I knew UGA would have the opportunities and resources necessary to become a well-rounded and successful individual. What is your notable first at UGA: Meeting my husband and going on my first date after we met at UGA. E-mail Blanca Rahman at blanca13@uga.edu

Charles Carabello '09 Associate Director of Enrollment Management Recruitment Territories: California Hometown: Reading, PA Degrees: B.A. in Journalism, Washington and Lee University; M.Ed. in Education Administration and Policy, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: The National Something interesting about me: If it's not a bow tie, it's not a real tie! Favorite musical spot in Athens: 40 Watt Club Favorite UGA tradition: Ringing the Chapel Bell. Favorite spot on campus: Founders Memorial Garden Favorite college class: The Films of Martin Scorsese Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: Athens just has so many authentic people and places. What is your notable first at UGA: First Fulbright Seminar Grant for Undergraduate Admissions personnel. E-mail Charles Carabello at ccarabel@uga.edu

Chenelle Goyen '16 Associate Director of Admissions - International Admissions and Residency Officer Recruitment Territories: Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and International  Hometown: Meyerton, Gauteng, South Africa Degrees: B.B.A in Management and International Affairs, Georgia College and State University; M.Ed. in Educational Psychology: Applied Cognition and Development, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: The Place Something interesting about me: I am South African and love to play tennis and golf! Favorite musical spot in Athens: Georgia Theatre Favorite UGA tradition: Georgia Football Saturdays in Athens and Calling the Dawgs! Favorite spot on campus: North Campus Favorite college class: Multicultural Educational Psychology: I researched the way that culture influences the motivation to become academically successful. Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I love the incredible sense of community at UGA and in Athens. This is truly the "Classic City of the South" where rich tradition is at the heart of a hip college town and creates distinct culture! What is your notable first at UGA: I am the first South African to work in the Office of Admissions! I was also the first one in my family to get a tennis scholarship and degree abroad. E-mail Chenelle Goyen at chenelle@uga.edu

Cindy Boyles '03 '15 Associate Director of Admissions, Scholarship Coordinator Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Gwinnett Hometown: Americus, GA Degrees: A.B.J. Telecommunications Arts and M.P.A. Higher Education Administration, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: Clocked! Favorite musical spot in Athens: Georgia Theatre Favorite spot on campus: North Campus--the bench next to Phi Kappa Hall Favorite college class: History of Rock and Roll Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I chose to attend UGA in the fall of '99 to study at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. I also joined the Redcoat Marching Band as a student and enjoyed participating for four years. E-mail Cindy Boyles at cboyles@uga.edu

Cindy Ganas '93 Admissions Officer Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Lowndes; Out of State Territory: Indiana, North Carolina, and Ohio Hometown: Valdosta, GA Degrees: B.B.A in Real Estate, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: DePalma's Favorite spot on campus: In the fall, Sanford Stadium. The rest of the year, Founders Memorial Garden. Favorite college class: Real Estate Development Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I loved my time in Athens as a student, so I am thrilled to help bring students to UGA. The opportunities here are amazing and the town is like no other. E-mail Cindy Ganas at csganas@uga.edu

David Graves Senior Associate Director for Operations Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Oconee Hometown: Weston, CT Degrees: B.A. in History and M.A. in English, Clemson University Favorite restaurant in Athens: DePalma's Favorite spot on campus: Founders Memorial Garden Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I enjoy the amazing and creative students. What is your notable first at UGA: First in my family to work at UGA. E-mail David Graves at drgraves@uga.edu

Diana Hughes Admissions Officer Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Camden, Glynn, Henry, and Rockdale; Out of State Territory: Florida Hometown: Calhoun, GA Degrees: B.A. in Sociology with a minor in History, Mercer University Favorite restaurant in Athens: The Grit Something interesting about me: I’m a Black Belt in Taekwondo. Favorite spot on campus: North Campus Quad Favorite college class: Southern Religious History Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: Everyone here, students and staff, are genuinely nice people who make the campus feel like home. E-mail Diana Hughes at Diana.Hughes@uga.edu

Emily Walls '19 Admissions Recruiter Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Butts, Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Hancock, Heard, Jasper, Lamar, Meriwether, Monroe, Pike, Putnam, and Spalding; Out of State Territory: Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, New Mexico, and Utah Hometown: Comer, GA Degrees: B.A. in English, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: The World Famous Something interesting about me: I make pottery as a hobby and really enjoy using my own things that I make. Favorite spot on campus: North Campus Favorite college class: Literature and Human Rights Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I was born in Athens, grew up in the surrounding area, and earned an undergraduate degree from UGA, so I have a lot of ties to Athens and the University. I really love living here, so staying in Athens and working at UGA was the natural thing to do. E-mail Emily Walls at eewalls@uga.edu

Heather Elisabeth '93 Transfer Admissions Officer Hometown: Old Greenwich, CT Degrees: B.F.A in Fabric Design with emphasis in Latin, Sculpture, and Cultural Anthropology, University of Georgia; M.A. in History of Decorative Arts and Design, Parsons The New School NY, NY Favorite restaurant in Athens: The Grit Something interesting about me: I have traveled to every state in the USA except for North Dakota and have lived abroad for a total of seven years in London, UK, and Zurich, Switzerland. Favorite spot on campus: North Campus near the Arch is my absolute favorite area due to the gorgeous landscaping and architecture. Favorite college class: I loved all my art, Latin, and anthropology classes. Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I returned to Athens, GA, to provide a beautiful town and community for my son to call home. E-mail Heather Elisabeth at heathere@uga.edu

Jason Emond '91 Academic Evaluation Coordinator Hometown: Athens, GA Degrees: A.B. in Psychology, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: Hi-Lo Something interesting about me: I am a musician. Favorite musical spot in Athens: Georgia Theatre Favorite spot on campus: Georgia Quad Favorite college class: Philosophy 1101 Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I grew up here--it's great! E-mail Jason Emond at jemond@uga.edu

Kelly Coffman Senior Assistant Director of Admissions Recruitment Territories: Colorado, New Jersey and New York Hometown: Americus, GA Degrees: B.S. in Education with emphasis in Recreation; B.B.A. in Accounting and M.B.A., Georgia Southwestern State University Favorite restaurant in Athens: Last Resort Grill Favorite musical spot in Athens: Georgia Theatre Favorite UGA tradition: Between the Hedges at Sanford Stadium. Favorite spot on campus: The Trial Gardens Favorite college class: Organizational Leadership Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I love the welcoming community and the rich traditions that UGA has to offer. What is your notable first at UGA: My first UGA memory is driving down Milledge Avenue. The homes are so beautiful! E-mail Kelly Coffman at kabird@uga.edu

Matt Willcox '11 Regional Admissions Officer - DC, MD, VA Recruitment Territories: Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia Hometown: Kelleytown, GA Degrees: B.A. in International Affairs and M.I.P in International Policy, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: The Royal Peasant Something interesting about me: I’m on my way to becoming a triple-dog. Favorite musical spot in Athens: Hendershot's Coffee Bar Favorite spot on campus: The hidden Jittery Joes Favorite college class: Foundations of International Policy What is your notable first at UGA: I was a member of the first class of the Masters of International Policy within UGA’s School of Public and International Affairs. E-mail Matt Willcox at malaikan@uga.edu

Melinda DeMaria Associate Director of Admissions for Marketing and Recruitment Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Cobb, DeKalb, and Fulton; Out of State Territory: Texas Hometown: Swainsboro, GA Degrees: B.S. in Communication, Georgia Southern University; M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling, Clemson University Favorite restaurant in Athens: Ted's Most Best Favorite musical spot in Athens: 40 Watt Club Favorite UGA tradition: The lone trumpeter who stands in the corner of the upper deck of Sanford Stadium prior to kickoff and plays the first few notes of the Battle Hymn of the Bulldawg Nation. Favorite spot on campus: Discovering the Iron Horse (technically in Greene County). Favorite college class: Introduction to Public Relations Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: It's got everything! It really is a quintessential college town! E-mail Melinda DeMaria at mdemaria@uga.edu

Michael Stone Assistant Director Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Banks, Barrow, Dawson, Elbert, Fannin, Franklin, Gilmer, Greene, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Madison, Morgan, Newton, Oglethorpe, Pickens, Rabun, Stephens, Taliaferro, Towns, Union, Walton, and White; Out of State Territories: Kentucky and Missouri Hometown: Monroe, GA Degrees: B.B.A. Georgia Gwinnett College, Graduate Certificate in Diversity – University of North Georgia, MPA - University of North Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: Trappeze Something interesting about me: For 8 years, and during my undergraduate career, I was a professional cyclist racing all around the world. I raced for multiple professional teams as well as the USA National team. Favorite UGA tradition: The Dawg Walk Favorite spot on campus: Sanford Stadium Why you came to UGA/Why you enjoy it here: I grew up around Athens, and many of my hours were spent riding around campus and town for training rides, and those were some of the best memories. I am excited to call UGA and Athens home again. E-mail Michael Stone at michael.stone2@uga.edu

Rosa Arroyo Driggers Associate Director of Admissions for Access & Inclusion Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Clarke; Out of State Territory: Arkansas and Puerto Rico Hometown: San Juan, PR Degrees: B.A. in Spanish, Valdosta State University; M.B.A., University of Phoenix; Ph.D. Student in Learning, Leadership and Organizational Development, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: Clocked Something interesting about me: From K thru 12, I attended six different schools in different cities spanning two continents. Favorite musical spot in Athens: Georgia Theatre Favorite UGA tradition: Calling the Dawgs! Favorite spot on campus: Terrell Hall! Have you met Terrell "Archie" Jackson? Favorite college class: Organizational Psychology What is your notable first at UGA: Co-Founding Admissions' Goizueta Ambassador Program. E-mail Rosa Arroyo Driggers at rarroyo@uga.edu

Wade LaFontaine '99 '19 Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, Events Coordinator Recruitment Territories: Georgia Counties: Atkinson, Baker, Baldwin, Ben Hill, Berrien, Bibb, Bleckley, Brooks, Calhoun, Chattahoochee, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Cook, Crawford, Crisp, Decatur, Dodge, Dooly, Dougherty, Early, Echols, Grady, Harris, Houston, Irwin, Jones, Lanier, Laurens, Lee, Macon, Marion, Miller, Mitchell, Muscogee, Peach, Pulaski, Quitman, Randolph, Schley, Seminole, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor, Telfair, Terrell, Thomas, Tift, Troup, Turner, Twiggs, Upson, Webster, Wheeler, Wilcox, Wilkinson, and Worth; Out of State Territory: Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Wisconsin Hometown: Augusta, GA Degrees: B.B.A. in Management Information Systems and M.P.A. in Public Administration, University of Georgia Favorite restaurant in Athens: DePalma's Favorite musical spot in Athens: Graduate Favorite spot on campus: Founders Memorial Garden Favorite college class: Microeconomics E-mail Wade LaFontaine at wade1@uga.edu