Want to enjoy internet access outside? There are several outdoor WiFi access points provided around campus for your convenience.
*Note: You may need to uncheck and re-check the "WiFi" checkbox in the menu for the map icons to appear.EduRoam is a global WiFi network that allows students to access wireless internet from any participating academic institution using the logon credentials from their home institution. Attend UNG, but live closer to the University of West Georgia (UWG)? Simply drive over to the UWG campus and login to the WiFi using your UNG credentials.
Find a participating EduRoam institution near you.
Both state and local governments offer WiFi access to the public through many public libraries as well as a few other public locations.
The Elijay Telephone Company (ETC) has set up a dozen free WiFi access points for the counties of Fannin (Blue Ridge), Gilmer, Pickens and Polk. Check their listing for addresses and passwords.
You may have more WiFi options available to you if you already pay for service from one of these providers.
FCC agreement — Stating that providers will waive late fees, not cutoff service for lack of payment, and open hot-spots.
Spectrum Free Internet Finder — Find free wifi near you offered by Spectrum.
Free Xfinity Wifi — Everyone can now access 1.5 million out-of-home Xfinity WiFi hotspots for free: These hotspots are normally located in business areas, retail locations and transit areas. To find your nearest hotspot, enter your zip code below.
Lifeline Support for Affordable Communications - $9.25 a month for phone or internet. Lifeline is available to eligible low-income consumers in every state, commonwealth, territory, and on Tribal lands. The Lifeline program is administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC).
AT&T COVID-19 response — Offers open hot-spots, unlimited data to existing customers and $10 per month plans to low-income families.
Verizon COVID-19 response — No special offers, but following the FCC agreement.
Sprint COVID-19 response — Follows FCC agreement, provides unlimited data to existing customers. Starting Tuesday (March 17, 2020) Sprint will allow all handsets to enable hot-spots for 60 days at no extra charge.
Programs Available to Help Make Internet More Affordable - There are both government subsidies and low-income internet programs from internet service providers that can help with your internet bill.
For IT assistance, email helpdesk@ung.edu or call 706-864-1922