Meet Your Transfer Coaches
Kyah Canty
Major/Minor
Biology
Hometown
Braselton, Georgia
Transferred From
Young Harris College
Why did you choose UNG, and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I wanted to be closer to home, and I'm a very introverted person who definitely benefits from a smaller community. I also heard great things about the teachers and the biology program.
Mackenzie Crisp
Major/Minor
Special Education Major
Hometown
Clermont, Georgia
Transferred From
Kennesaw State University
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my transfer struggles by finding ways to get involved around campus and the community. Finding your place is very important when transferring.
Lily Donley
Major/Minor
Kinesiology Exercise Science Concentration
Hometown
Alpharetta, Georgia
Transferred From
Georgia State University
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my transfer struggles by finding a community of people whom I connected with and that supported me no matter what I faced. Having people to fall back on with questions or problems was the biggest advantage for me.
Christina Garcia
Major/Minor
Pre-Vet/Biology
Hometown
Lavonia, Georgia
Transferred From
North Georgia Technical College
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my transfer struggles by opening up to my friends and peers about my transition to a new school. I joined study groups, supplemental instruction (SI) meetings, and boot camp sessions, and I went to campus events. Those experiences helped me feel more comfortable at a new college!
Sarah Gilstrap
Major/Minor
Business Communications
Hometown
Gainesville, Georgia
Transferred From
Lanier Tech College
Why did you choose UNG and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I chose UNG because I wanted to attend a college that focused on not only education, but the community's involvement. The multiple campuses allow me to attend a college only ten minutes from my house. My family and I love going to different events throughout the year. The Starlight Concert is by far our favorite UNG event. I enjoy being a Nighthawk because I know that the college I attend strives for educational excellence for all.
Are'yona Hurt
Major/Minor
Criminal Justice and minoring in Forensics
Hometown
Jackson, Tennessee
Transferred From
Georgia Military College
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my transfer struggles by taking the advice of my transfer coach and getting more involved on campus.
Brandon Rosas
Major/Minor
Film and Digital Media Concentration
Hometown
Lilburn, Georgia
Transferred From
Kennesaw State University
Why did you choose UNG, and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I chose UNG for the opportunities of my degree as well as to connect closely with fellow Nighthawks through events and planned activities.
Noor Sabah
Major/Minor
Psychology
Hometown
Braselton, Georgia
Transferred From
Brenau University
Why did you choose UNG, and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I chose UNG because of its outstanding Psychology program. I enjoy being a Nighthawk because of the endless opportunities I am given as a student!