Connecting industry to ecological discovery. 

Collaborations between industry and universities create direct connections between challenges and solutions. Industry Partners gain access to emerging talent and researchers trained in systems thinking, sustainability, conservation, water resources, human health and data science. We welcome engagement across business, government and nonprofit sectors. Tiered partnership opportunities begin with a tax-deductible gift of $2,500 and provide meaningful engagement, visibility and support for the Odum School initiative of your choice.

WHY JOIN OUR COMMUNITY? 

  • Meet the next generation of talent. 
  • Discover emerging ideas. 
  • Gain visibility at events. 
  • Network with like-minded leaders. 
  • Meet your environmental stewardship goals. 

Want to make a difference in the lives of our students and the future of the planet? Annual Partnerships begin at $2500.  

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Annual Industry Partnership Levels + Benefits

ECOSYSTEM PARTNER: $25,000 
  • Recognition for one Odum Greenlight Scholarship ($2000) 
  • Recognized partnership at all Odum School events for one year 
  • Complimentary registration for a UGA Career and Internship Fair ($750 value)  
  • Invitation to all Odum School of Ecology events for one year 
  • Early registration for Eco-Employer of the Day 
  • UGA Presidents Club Platinum  
APEX PARTNER: $10,000 
  • Recognized partnership at one signature event series 
  • Recognized partnership at one community event 
  • Complimentary registration for a UGA Career and Internship Fair ($750 value)  
  • Invitation to all Odum School of Ecology events for one year 
  • Early registration for Eco-Employer of the Day 
  • UGA Presidents Club Gold  
KEYSTONE PARTNER: $5,000 
  • Recognized partnership at one signature event 
  • Recognized partnership at one community event 
  • Invitation for all Odum School of Ecology events for one year 
  • Early registration for Eco-Employer of the Day  
  • UGA Presidents Club Silver 
PARTNER: $2,500 
  • Recognized partnership at one community event 
  • Invitation to all Odum School of Ecology events for one year 
  • Early registration for Eco-Employer of the Day 
  • UGA Presidents Club Bronze 

Interested in joining our community? Let’s talk! If you would like to discover and support the next generation of talent while meeting your environmental stewardship goals, please contact Melissa Lee at [email protected]. 

2026-2027 Partnership Packet

ECO-EMPLOYER OF THE DAY 

Eco-Employer of the Day is a career engagement program that brings employers directly to campus for informal, between-class conversations with students. ​​Designed to be low-pressure and accessible, Eco-Employer of the Day helps employers identify emerging talent while helping students build networks and explore high-impact careers in conservation, restoration and sustainability. 

Wednesdays | 11AM to 1PM | Ecology Building 

Registration for Odum School Corporate Partners begins July 15. 
Registration opens to all employers August 15. 

Eco-Employer of the Day Registration

CURRENT PARTNERS 

Rowen Foundation 
Silicon Ranch Corporation 
The Coca-Cola Company
Delta Air Lines
Georgia Power Company
Southwire 
Green Power EMC 
Mohawk Industries
Atlantic Coast Conservancy
Ryan Companies
Reynolds Lake Oconee 
MARTA 
Georgia Peanut Commission 
Creature Comforts Brewing Company