Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Our most frequently asked questions are available below.
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May I pay for training classes or conferences by credit card?
Yes. Credit cards can be accepted for payment for individual registrations. If you need assistance with the registration process, please email Registrar or contact by phone at 706.542.9532.
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My name is on the reservation sheet for a training program, but I can't attend. May someone else take my place?
Yes. Please call 706.542.2736 for further information.
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I received an invoice for course or conference registration but I’m not sure why I received it?
If it appears to be for course or conference registration, please email Registrar or contact by phone at 706.542.9532.
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How do I access my training records and transcripts?
View instructions on how to access your training record and transcripts.
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How do I register for my conference?
You can view information on how to register for conferences on our conference page.
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I am a local government representative trying to upload revenue and expenditure data and/or asset forfeiture documents to the Tax and Expenditure Data Center (TED). However, I have questions and/or I am experiencing difficulties. Who can assist me with the TED data portal?
The documents site can be found at https://ted.cviog.uga.edu/financial-documents/. If the person uploading the document(s) does not have a user account, one can be requested from the home page of the documents site. If you are not sure if you have a user account, please contact Emily Franklin.
For questions or additional information, Emily Franklin can be contacted by email or call 404.906.1181. -
How can I get a map showing the different voting districts in Georgia?
Visit the Georgia Office of Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment website or call 404.656.5063.
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Who can answer my question regarding the Georgia State Patrol exam?
Julia B. Haas can be contacted by email or call 706.542.1253.
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I received an invoice, but I’m not sure what it is for or why I received it?
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If it appears to be for a book, email Mallory Lawrence or contact her by phone at 706.542.6213
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If it appears to be for course or conference registration, please email Registrar or contact by phone at 706.542.2736.
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Send all other invoice inquiries to the Institute of Government.
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How do I get permission to copy a picture from one of the Institute of Government’s publications?
Contact the Institute of Government’s Office of Communications by email.
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I am a member of the news media. Who can I contact to assist me?
Contact Communications Director Courtney Alford-Pomeroy by email or by phone at 706.542.6221.
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Who do I contact to verify employment with the Institute of Government?
Verifying employment at UGA is easy. There are two options to instantly get the information you need: 1) online at The Work Number or 2) by phone at 800.367.5690.
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Suggested Pattern Jury Instructions
As of August 30, 2016, all current subscriptions to Georgia's Suggested Pattern Jury Instructions have transitioned to the Council of Superior Court Judges of Georgia website at https://georgiasuperiorcourts.org/pattern-jury-instructions. Please add noreply@georgiasuperiorcourts.org to your contacts in order to ensure you receive emails from the Council regarding your subscription.
Questions regarding your new account access should be directed to Council of Superior Court Judges, (404) 463-1091 or spji@georgiasuperiorcourts.org.
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The Georgia County Guide is only available online at georgiadata.org/data/data-tables
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The Georgia Studies Book is out of print and will not be reprinted by the Carl Vinson Institute of Government. No copies are available. The text will not be updated, and we no longer have faculty who can assist with questions related to the Georgia Studies Book. Some of the textbook content is being repackaged by Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB), who now holds copyright. Any questions should be addressed to GPB.
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State and Local Government Review
State and Local Government Review is now published by Sage Publications, Inc.
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