f a picture is worth a thousand words then this column is really long! Our FACS Alumni have been incredibly busy during the past few months, planning and participating in events ranging from the annual Alumni Awards Luncheon to our newest event, "Dawgs with the Dean!"

I hope you enjoy seeing your classmates in these photos and thinking about which events you "picture yourself" joining in (click on the pictures to see larger versions).

Note the dates for upcoming events, such as Relax with FACS and the next awards luncheon. Also, keep checking your mail for coming events sponsored by alumni in your department. If you have any questions, please call me at 706-542-4881 or email me at suzanne@fcs.uga.edu.

nnual Alumni Awards Luncheon

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The 26th Annual Alumni Awards Luncheon was held at the UGA SkyClub at Sanford Stadium on March 8. FACS Alumni enjoyed a wonderful lunch, a "Halftime Show" featuring FACS student leaders, visiting with award winners, and witnessing the first induction into the FACS Honor Hall of Recognition in more than 10 years.

The 2004 Awards Lunch will be held February 21, 2004 at the Classic Center s new Foundry Street Ballrooms in Athens.

The 2003 Alumni Awards Winners are (L-R): Dr. Wanda J. Grogan (Retired Professor Emerita; EdS 73, MEd 71) Outstanding Service Award; Dr. Shelly M. Nickols-Richardson (PhD 98, Foods and Nutrition; MS 94, Foods and Nutrition) Pacesetter Award; J. Richard Parker II, Director of the Athens Housing Authority, FACS Appreciation Award; Anne L. Byrn (BSHE 78, Home Economics) Emily Quinn Pou Professional Achievement Award; Carolyn W. Grant (BSHE 71, Home Economics) Distinguished Alumni Award, and Connie W. Rash (Assistant Director, FACS Student Services) Creswell Award.

The late Dr. Emily Quinn Pou, who served as dean from 1971-1991 was inducted into the FACS Honor Hall of Recognition for her 20 years of leadership, innovation, and dedication to excellence. Dean Pou s son, David Quinn, and his wife Georgina are shown with a portrait of Dean Pou.

awgs with the Dean

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More than 400 Varsity hot dogs, chips, drinks and icy pops were served to FACS students, faculty and staff passing through "Pou's Pillars" at Dawson Hall as part of the first "Dawgs with the Dean." The lunch was planned and sponsored by the FACS Alumni Association s College Relations Committee as a low-cost way to say "welcome back" to FACS students and gave them an opportunity to meet Dean Sharon Nickols. Those helping included (L-R) Amy Skelton (BSHE 85, Clothing and Textiles), Beth Thompson Gulley (BSFCS 02, Furnishings and Interiors), Director of Development and Alumni Relations Katrina Bowers (BSHE 84, Consumer Economics and Home Management), Dean Sharon Y. Nickols, UGA mascot Hairy Dawg, Carol Bugg (BSFCS 91, Consumer Economics and Home Management), FACS Alumni Association President Stacy Bishop Jones (BSFCS 93, Home Economics and Journalism), Director of Alumni Relations Suzanne Griffeth (BSFCS 99, Consumer Economics), Erna Doster (BSHE 59) and Mary Pritchett Bishop (BSHE 69, Home Economics Education; MHE 70, Home Economics). Not pictured: Ginger Vickery (BSFCS 91, MS 95, Home Management and Consumer Economics).

outh Campus Tailgate

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Our 9th annual South Campus Tailgate held on Saturday, September 6, 2003 at UGA s Legion Field was a HUGE success--the weather was perfect, the exhibits were great and the barbecue was delicious. UGA cheerleaders, clowns, a petting zoo, line dancing, ice cream, and face painting all added to the festivities.

Dixie Brown Johnston (BSHE 86, Housing; MS 90, Housing, Home Management and Consumer Economics) and her two children, Sam and Emma, check out the interesting bugs at the entomology exhibit. Gloria Conner Berry (BSHE 74, Home Economics) looks on while Judge Kathy Stephens Palmer (BSHE 76, Human Development and Family Science) shakes the hand of Gloria s granddaughter--and future FACS graduate - Caitlin Leigh Haynes.

elax With FACS @ Chateau Elan
January 23 - 25, 2004

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A time for renewal and relaxation with fellow alumni! This year s Relax with FACS will include spa treatments, a winery tour, shopping, and a tour of Mayfield Dairy. For more information, contact Suzanne Griffeth at 706-542-4881 or suzanne@fcs.uga.edu. 2003 Relax With FACS participants yell "Gooooooooooo Dawgs!" and encourage you to participate in the 2004 Retreat. Shown (L-R) are: Beth Lowery Epling (BSHE 70, Home Economics Education), Barbara Swint (BSHE 69, Home Economics Education), Edie Edwards Smith (BSHE 84, Nutrition), Kathy Stephens Palmer (BSHE 76, Human Development and Family Science), Lynda Cowart Talmadge (BSHE 61, Home Economics), Louise Hill (BSHE 79, Home Economics and Journalism), and Harrileen Jones Conner (BSHE 83, Home Economics Education; MEd 91, Home Economics Education).

ttention Phi Upsilon Omicron Alumni:

To become a part of the new Phi Upsilon Omicron Alumni Group at UGA, please contact Jacquelyn Tucker (BSFCS 02) at jat130@aol.com