There are many ways to support the Physics and Astronomy department. Financial contributions are most welcome, but we also appreciate our alumni who give their time to speak to our current students and new graduates by providing advice about careers in specific areas. Be sure to update your Alumni Profile! We would love your support The Department of Physics and Astronomy appreciates your financial support. Every dollar contributed to the department has a direct impact on our students and faculty. Your gift is important to us and helps support critical opportunities for students and faculty alike, including lectures, travel support, and any number of educational events that augment the classroom experience. If you have questions about giving to Physics, please contact the Franklin College Office of Development at (706) 542-3581 or Franklingifts@uga.edu. Giving Online to Our Funds Physics and Astronomy Department Fund - Benefits the programs and expenses of the Physics and Astronomy Department; includes travel, scholarships, stipends, and grants. Center for Simulational Physics Fund - Provides general support for the Center for Simulational Physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, including workshops, seminars, entertainment, travel, scholarships, stipends, and equipment. Bill Cummings Award Fund - provide an award to the student(s) who best exemplifies excellence as a student and as a teacher of undergraduates. Alan T. Dorsey Graduate Fellowship in Physics and Astronomy Fund - The purpose of the Fund is to provide support for a graduate student(s) in the Department of Physics and Astronomy