About Academic Engagement

At the UNG, we believe that academic engagement through authentic partnerships with our communities should be an integral part of our DNA as an institution, not only determining the fabric of who we are, but also who we are going to be in the future.

Civic Action Plan

Community engagement is the means by which we express our scholarly, academic, and professional genes through mutually-beneficial community-campus partnerships. The Civic Action Plan (PDF) serves as a map for improving the depth and pervasiveness of our community engagement work. The plan covers the following areas: UNG's vision and mission, community engagement, campus compact, civic action commitments, and the civic action plan committee.

Mission Statement

Fostering a culture of informed citizenry through scholarship and engagement

Vision Statement

We envision a world where all students are equipped to be active and engaged citizens across their life span; participating in their communities as informed citizens; solving complex social problems; and promoting positive social change.

Our Commitment To Our Students, Faculty, And Staff

At the University of North Georgia, we deeply value and uphold the cherished right of every American to freely express themselves. It is a hallmark of our history, our tradition, and permeates our culture. As a distinguished Senior Military College, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we take great pride in our role of cultivating leaders who tirelessly defend these fundamental freedoms for all citizens. The legacy of our graduates in this regard is second to none.

As campus leaders, our primary responsibility is to cultivate an academic environment that ensures this exchange of ideas and the safety of our community. Across all five campuses, we are committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where individuals feel empowered to freely express themselves and engage in exploration and learning. However, it is essential that these rights are exercised in a manner that upholds our academic mission, preserves the safety of all, and is in accordance with our institutional policies, without unlawful behavior. This means breaking the law, harassment, intimidation, trespassing, violence, and other criminal acts will not be tolerated at the University of North Georgia.

Together, let's uphold the principles of respect, understanding, and civility as we equip our students to walk toward their purpose.

Bold Forward!