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.