Book celebrates 150 years of UNG

The University of North Georgia (UNG) Press released "The University of North Georgia: 150 Years of Leadership and Vision" on Jan. 6, the anniversary of the university's first classes in 1873.

The collection of essays celebrates UNG's growth from the North Georgia Agricultural College to the University of North Georgia, a five-campus institution of higher education, a designated state leadership institution, and the Military College of Georgia. Throughout these changes, UNG's students, faculty and staff continue to exemplify leadership, civic engagement, and cultural enrichment in such fields as business, dramatic arts, cybersecurity, education, government, health sciences, and the military.

"This book traces UNG's consistent commitment to students and community, excellence and leadership over its 150 years of growth, diversity and change," Dr. BJ Robinson, UNG Press director, said. "The number and variety of the book’s contributors and subjects show the dynamic vision and diverse areas of distinction that will shape UNG's next 150 years."

This work not only represents UNG, but is composed by UNG people. The contributors of these chapters represent UNG's leaders who worked across disciplines and departments to highlight some of UNG's greatest accomplishments and to create a vision for the future of UNG.

Dr. Katherine Adams

UNG Ed.D. program coordinator

"This work not only represents UNG, but is composed by UNG people. The contributors of these chapters represent UNG's leaders who worked across disciplines and departments to highlight some of UNG's greatest accomplishments and to create a vision for the future of UNG," Adams said. "Of the 36 contributors, 10 are students or alumni of UNG's doctoral program in higher education leadership and practice. The inclusion of our students in producing this book showcases UNG's commitment to creating future leaders, and in this collaboration, reminding them that UNG will always be home."

Adams is an assistant professor in the College of Education at UNG, where she leads the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in higher education leadership and practice program. Her research areas include boundary spanning, community engagement, higher education leadership, and student research communication.

Lanford is an assistant professor in the Ed.D. program at UNG. His research explores the social dimensions of education, with specific attention to equity, globalization, institutional innovation, organizational culture, and qualitative methods.

Mayernick is an assistant professor in the Social Foundations & Leadership Education Department in the College of Education at UNG, where he teaches courses in foundations and teacher preparation. His current scholarly projects include the organization of LGBTQ teachers in K-12 schools during the 1970s and the educational programs of reformatories and industrial schools throughout the 20th century.

The book costs $19.99 and is a 6-inch-by-9-inch perfect-bound paperback. Wholesalers can purchase copies from Ingram; individuals can purchase copies from their favorite college or independent bookstore and other major retailers.

The UNG Press is a scholarly, peer-reviewed press that serves as an extension of its sponsoring university, UNG. Its primary function is to promote education and research with a special emphasis on innovative scholarship and pedagogy. Through its partnership with Affordable Learning Georgia and eCore, the UNG Press is the leading press in Georgia for producing open educational resources and open textbooks.