Institute for Leadership and Strategic Studies

The Institute for Leadership and Strategic Studies (ILSS) was formed in September, 2015 on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus. The vision of the Institute is to make the Corps of Cadets a nationally-recognized program of choice for students pursuing careers as successful leaders in the U.S. Army, government and non-government agencies, and corporations with global interests, in support of U.S. national security. Graduates of the Corps of Cadets are highly sought after.

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Senior cadet wins Armed Forces scholarship

Harris wins scholarship

UNG senior cadet Chandler Harris won a $1,500 scholarship from the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association's Atlanta chapter.

153 cadets take part in Advanced Camp

This summer, UNG sent a Corps of Cadets record of 154 cadets to Advanced Camp, where U.S. Army Cadet Command evaluated their proficiency as future officers.

Six alumni graduate from War Colleges

Six University of North Georgia alumni gained valuable experience and showed their leadership potential at War Colleges during the 2020-21 academic year.

Senior studies in D.C. for spring 2021 semester

Senior studies in D.C. for spring semester

UNG senior Bradley Booth took courses and worked an internship in the nation's capital during the spring 2021 semester through the Fund for American Studies' (TFAS) Capital Semester on International Affairs

Gilman awards nine students with scholarships to study abroad

9 earn Gilmans to study abroad

Nine UNG students received a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 to help underrepresented students study abroad. The grant also provides up to $8,000 to critical language

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We can make a tremendous impact in the lives of UNG cadets. Let's create new opportunities one gift at a time. Let's show our strength by contributing as #OneUNG.

Goal: $25,000

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