05/05/2026
Congratulations to Jessica Dick, GLOBIS Operations Coordinator, for being recognized with SPIA’s 2026 Staff Award of Distinction!
The SPIA’s Staff Award of Distinction recognizes a staff member’s exceptional service, dedication, and meaningful contributions to the University of Georgia community, including innovation, leadership, and support of the public good, honoring individuals who demonstrate excellence in their roles at SPIA while positively impacting colleagues, students, and the broader campus community. A University of Georgia Double Dawg (BA Political Science; MA Nonprofit Management and Leadership), Jessica has worked at the GLOBIS Center since 2013, where she currently serves as a liaison and Business Manager focusing on the study abroad programs offered by the center.
In her nomination, GLOBIS Director Dr. K Chad Clay shared: “Jessica Dick is the heart of GLOBIS. She has been absolutely critical to our success over the last few years. As a SPIA alum and longtime employee, she views GLOBIS as her home, and she continues to do everything in her power to help GLOBIS succeed. We are incredibly lucky to have her.”
Additionally, Alexandra Audrain, GLOBIS Student Assistant, attested: “Jessica is truly the glue of the GLOBIS Center. After working with her for nearly three years, I can confidently say that Jessica is one of the most supportive mentors I have ever worked with. She is kind, capable, and always eager to lend a helping hand. She is the backbone that ensures hundreds of students get to experience the life-changing opportunity of studying abroad with the University of Georgia. She is a one-woman welcoming committee to all who enter the SPIA office. There is truly no better representative for the SPIA’s Staff Award of Distinction.”
We are so grateful for all of the time and dedication Jessica has poured into GLOBIS over the past 13 years. Join us in celebrating Jessica Dick, recipient of SPIA’s 2026 Staff Award of Distinction!
