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flag Michael F. Adams, former UGA president (1997–2013), died at 77; he transformed UGA into a top-20 public research university.

flag Michael F. Adams, former University of Georgia president from 1997 to 2013, has died at 77 following a brief illness. flag He led UGA’s transformation into a top-20 public research university, expanding enrollment, faculty, fundraising, and campus infrastructure. flag His tenure saw significant academic growth, including new colleges and a doubled endowment. flag Though his leadership faced controversy, including a 2003 decision not to renew athletic director Vince Dooley’s contract, and a 2004 audit that raised concerns, Adams was cleared of wrongdoing. flag He received multiple leadership honors and is remembered for advancing UGA’s national profile. flag He is survived by his wife, two sons, and three granddaughters.

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