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    About Nighthawk Engagement & Student Transitions (NEST)

    NEST helps prepare students for college success and global citizenship with intentional programming and cross-campus collaboration. Through engaging curricular and co-curricular opportunities, students will connect to peers, faculty, staff, and the university while learning to navigate UNG resources and processes.

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    Our Services Include:

    • providing comprehensive support to students from initial inquiry through registration of your first semester of classes
    • serving as an advocate to promote your specific needs so you can be successful and achieve your goals
    • serving as a liaison between you and other student support services
    • acting as a guide to connect you to the resources you need to make the most of your experience at UNG
    • facilitating communication between you and other departments to get your questions answered

    NEST Programs Are Grounded in the Themes of Connection, Preparation, and Navigation

    Connection

    • Students will develop relationships and foster meaningful interactions with peers, faculty, staff, the university, and the community.
    • Students will be aware of co-curricular programs and be able to leverage those opportunities to enhance in-class learning and prepare for global citizenship.

    Preparation

    • Students will understand the expectations and rigors of academic excellence and possess the requisite skills necessary to persist through their first year at UNG and beyond.
    • Students will learn valuable leadership skills for real-life application.

    Navigation

    • Students will be able to identify and utilize appropriate resources to assist in holistic development.
    • Students will understand the value of using a growth mindset in overcoming challenges in and out of the classroom.

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