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Michael F. Adams, former UGA president (1997–2013), died at 77; he transformed UGA into a top-20 public research university.
Michael F. Adams, former University of Georgia president from 1997 to 2013, has died at 77 following a brief illness.
He led UGA’s transformation into a top-20 public research university, expanding enrollment, faculty, fundraising, and campus infrastructure.
His tenure saw significant academic growth, including new colleges and a doubled endowment.
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.
He received multiple leadership honors and is remembered for advancing UGA’s national profile.
He is survived by his wife, two sons, and three granddaughters.
Michael F. Adams, ex presidente de la UGA (19972013), murió a los 77 años; transformó la UGA en una de las 20 mejores universidades públicas de investigación.