UGA Commencement Ceremony – “Georgia On My Mind”

The University of Georgia held its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 12th at Sanford Stadium. Due to construction on the stadium, seats were limited. Graduates needed to get a…

Cody

Updated May 18, 2023 10:22 AM EDT

UGA Commencement Ceremony ATHENS, GA - MAY 13: A general view of the atmosphere during University of Georgia commencement at Sanford Stadium on May 13, 2016 in Athens, Georgia.

ATHENS, GA – MAY 13: A general view of the atmosphere during University of Georgia commencement at Sanford Stadium on May 13, 2016 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Marcus Ingram/Getty…

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The University of Georgia held its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 12th at Sanford Stadium. Due to construction on the stadium, seats were limited. Graduates needed to get a ticket to be on the field. In addition, they had to register for tickets for up to 6 guests, according to the school's website. For those in attendance, there was one part of the UGA commencement ceremony that brought the crowd to their feet! Mikayla Penn sang "Georgia On My Mind." Thankfully, her powerful version of the song was filmed and shared for all to enjoy. Here it is for you!

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“Cody” Blaine Jackson is one half of the Kicks Wake Up Krew on Kicks 99, and also serves as the Digital Program Director for Beasley Media Group in Augusta. She’s a Georgia native but currently resides just across the river in South Carolina. She started in the radio industry as a part-time board operator, and moved up through various roles, including on-air positions and program director for multiple stations. Her passions include fitness and anything to do with animals, as she has two fur babies, her dogs Harley and Waylon. Cody likes to write about pets, fitness and Augusta local events.