The Office of International Public Service and Outreach (IPSO) at the University of Georgia (UGA) encourages a broader understanding of our increasingly interdependent world and global economy. Through its programs of applied research, capacity building, training, and exchange, IPSO strives to extend UGA's knowledge and expertise to address global challenges at home and abroad.

The Office facilitates faculty, staff, and student involvement in public service and outreach-oriented international programs and projects. IPSO links the vast expertise of UGA faculty and staff with international partners to address real world problems through collaborative donor-funded projects. Through its international outreach programs for students, IPSO is preparing a new generation of leaders for success in our global community.

IPSO specializes in building strategic partnerships and utilizing multidisciplinary approaches to address important international challenges. The Office focuses on bringing together UGA units with the private sector, NGOs, and community organizations to find collaborative solutions to complex global challenges impacting natural resources, health, food security, and education. Specifically, IPSO's mission is to:

• Identify international opportunities with governments, development banks, foundations, and donor organizations and communicate avenues for involvement in development projects to faculty, staff, and students;
• Provide technical guidance and assistance in the development of international projects and preparation of proposals to international donor organizations;
• Provide support in the implementation of international development projects; and
• Organize long- and short-term training programs for international students, scholars, and professionals, particularly in conjunction with research and exchange projects.

UGA IPSO
Cobb House
1224 S. Lumpkin Street
Athens, GA 30602-1656

Phone: 706-542-7887
Fax: 706-542-7891
Web: www.uga.edu/internationalpso

Dr. Glenn C.W. Ames
games@uga.edu