Transfer Coaches

Major/Minor 
History Major and Business Administration minor

Hometown
Blackshear, Georgia

Transferred From 
Coastal College of Georgia

How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
By getting a part-time job at the library, I was able to make connections with staff, as well as students, to counteract the feelings of isolation so often felt during a transfer student's first semester. Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable and putting myself out there has helped me to get involved with UNG activities.

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.

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.

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.

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!
 

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.  

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.

Major/Minor 
Early Childhood and Special Education

Hometown
Milton, Georgia

Transferred From 
Georgia Military College

How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame transfer struggles by pushing myself to focus on my education and saved up enough money from work to go to school comfortably.

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.

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!  

Major/Minor 
Business Administration

Hometown
California

Transferred From 
University of Arizona

Why did you choose UNG and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I chose UNG because of the great support system and opportunities offered.