Valentine's Day UGA art graphic.
by Marisa Castengera

UGA Logo and Trademark Protections

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We’re lucky in DARCOMM that our partners across the division take the University of Georgia visual identity seriously and are supportive when it comes to adhering to best practices. If you’re new to DAR, please take a moment to browse brand.uga.edu.  Registered…
UGA students walking on campus.
by Rachael Andrews

Student impact stories: obtaining consent and protecting privacy

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So, you want to highlight students in your marketing materials to show the impact of giving to UGA?   That process looks a little different now, but fear not! DARCOMM is on the case.   The U.S. Department of Education has released new…
Name tag templates scattered on a white background with red shield logo on top with the phrase "Stick with it – Using name tag templates for cohesive branding at your next event."
by Catherine Henry

Name Tag Templates Are Here!

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Name tag templates to create cohesive branding across DAR events, including signature programs, are now available!
Hands typing on a laptop that says "Newsletters!" on the screen
by Haley Arner

Newsletter Tips

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Newsletters. We all subscribe to them. They share recipes. And book recommendations. Places you should travel. Workplace tips. And here in DAR, we send newsletters that inform our audiences of alumni and campus news, unit announcements and happenings,…
Image detailing dos and don'ts of design for the UGA brand.
by Brenna Sumner

Why is branding so important?

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Branding is important because it represents the identity of your business or organization. Fun fact: every designer looks at a brand’s guidelines and can see different opportunities for creative exploration within parameters of the brand.…
Overwhelming text treatment of the word Monday
by Amy Gunby

Overcoming Burnout

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Does every day feel like Monday? This is burnout.   Start saying “no.” Set firm boundaries with yourself and others. Accept that you can’t do everything. Be okay with pushing loose deadlines, canceling social plans, and asking…
Collage of Designer Illustrations
by Amanda Qubty

Design Feedback, Explained by Robots

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Amanda: How do I explain that graphic designers do not like prescriptive edits? ChatGPT: Graphic designers value creative freedom and the ability to express their artistic vision. Prescriptive edits, which dictate specific design choices…
Photo of Columns
by Cindy Bond

New Columns Added to Events Tab in GAIL

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No more hopping back and forth between a constituent profile and an events page! Users can now see more detailed event information about a registered constituent directly from the constituent’s Events tab using the Type, Status and Attended…
Asana Forms 101
by Ashley Crain

You Get a Form & You Get a Form

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As most of you are aware, the DAR Communications team works diligently to make the journey from project pre-planning all the way through project debrief as seamless as possible. From encouraging more collaboration amongst units to asking…
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by Ryan Rasmussen

SECURE Act 2.0 Changes to Retirement Accounts

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With all the excitement this new year has brought us, I’m sure the newest tax legislation is one of the last things on your mind. Now that the Georgia Bulldogs solidified their rightful place as kings of college football for the second year…