Discovery Program
Explore Early. Move With Confidence.
A mentor-led first-year cohort for exploring public-service careers and navigating UGA with purpose.
First-Year FocusMentor-LedCareer Exploration
Explore Discovery
Apply to Discovery
Your next cohort starts here.
Discovery recruits in both fall and spring. Confirmed dates and the official application will appear here when recruitment opens.
One Interview Round
Starting Wednesday 9/9
Information Session
8/31, 6pm @ MLC 148
Engagement Fair
Table 113 9/1 Tuesday
FormatWeekly meetings
CohortsFall and spring
AudiencePrimarily first-year students
Your Guides
Meet the Discovery Mentors.
What Members Practice
Professional skills and campus navigation.
Resume & Professionalism
Build a clear resume and practice a confident professional introduction.
How to Network
Become comfortable starting and sustaining professional relationships.
Career Pathways
Explore public-service options with mentors and upperclassmen.
UGA Opportunities
Find organizations, faculty, research, and service opportunities.
Purposeful Involvement
Choose campus experiences that support personal and professional growth.
Professional Presence
Communicate interests and experiences with greater clarity.
Continue the pathway
Explore Catalyst