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Journal names Chan research topic editor

Dr. Siew Chan, associate professor of accounting in the Mike Cottrell College of Business at UNG, has been named research topic editor for "Frontiers in Psychology."

UNG names Cyber Institute director

Retired Army Col. Chris Mitchiner has joined the University of North Georgia to lead cybersecurity initiatives.

Language institutes back in person

Students learned Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Russian in UNG's immersive six-week Summer Language Institutes that aim to build proficiency through speaking practice and cultural experiences.

Anderson will study presidency, Congress

Anderson earns DC fellowship

University of North Georgia senior Anna Caitlyn "AC" Anderson will have a chance to study the United States presidency and Congress as part of a national program during the 2021-22 academic year.

Alumnus takes charge of Ranger battalion

Alumnus leads Ranger battalion

Army Lt. Col. Kitefre Oboho, a 2002 alumnus of UNG, is the newest battalion commander for one of the U.S. military's most elite forces.

Residence Life excited for fall

UNG Residence Life staff and volunteers are poised to welcome students to campus on move-in days with helping hands and in-person activities.

Starlight returns Aug. 28 to Gainesville Campus

Starlight event returns Aug. 28

After skipping a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, UNG's Starlight Celebration and Fireworks event will return Aug. 28 to the Gainesville Campus.

Hollabaugh earns award for outstanding teaching

Hollabaugh earns teaching award

Dr. Nicole Hollabaugh, an associate professor of chemistry at UNG, has been recognized for her teaching ability by the Northeast Georgia Section of the American Chemical Society.

Report shows regional impact is $720 million

Report shows $720 million boost to region

A new study shows that UNG's economic impact on the northeast Georgia region was nearly $720 million for 2020, including the creation of 6,441 jobs on- and off-campus.

COVID vaccines, tests available this fall

Vaccine clinics, tests in place

UNG will hold COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the fall semester while also continuing to offer symptomatic and asymptomatic testing for the virus.

Students engage, help community via LEAP

Students research, contribute via LEAP

Three UNG faculty members will test well water, create art and devise a game to teach composition through LEAP into Action grants awarded for the 2021-22 academic year. LEAP aims to provide engaging research experiences for students.

High school students experience college life

High schoolers try out college life

Students from two area high schools were immersed in college life as part of a four-week residential institute through UNG's Upward Bound program.

Jacobs, Gowan make Who's Who list

UNG President Bonita Jacobs and Mike Cottrell College of Business Dean Mary Gowan have been named to the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2021 Who's Who in Education list.

UNG rises to No. 17 on Best for Vets list

UNG No. 17 on Best for Vets list

UNG moved up to No. 17 in the 2021 Military Times "Best for Vets: Colleges" list. It was fourth among public universities in the Southeast.

New students get ready for fall

New UNG students can make a personalized campus visit this summer once they complete the required online orientation session.

Alumna releases new album

UNG alumna Emmy Lawalin, who goes by "Emmy Law" in the music industry, released "Bitter Heart," on May 21. It is her second extended play album.

Health sciences college dean named

Dr. Carolynn DeSandre, a member of UNG's nursing faculty since 2007, has been selected as the new dean of the College of Health Sciences and Professions.

Clough to speak at summer commencement

Dr. Wayne Clough, Smithsonian Institution secretary emeritus and Georgia Institute of Technology president emeritus, will speak at UNG's commencement Aug. 6. The traditional ceremony marks the first major event in UNG's return to normal operations.

Smith part of NSF mentoring grant

Dr. Margaret "Meg" Smith, a UNG associate professor of biology, is part of the $1 million National Science Foundation Advancing STEM Careers by Empowering Network Development project.

Faculty member to perform at conference

UNG instructor of clarinet Tim Fitzgerald will perform a lecture recital alongside Chris Mothersole, a University of West Georgia faculty member, at the 2021 International Clarinet Association's (ICA) ClarinetFest Conference.

HEP renewed with $2.3 million grant

UNG's High School Equivalency Program celebrated two successes: Having its federal grant renewed for $2.3 million and helping a record-setting 34 students graduate with their GED.

Transfer process eases for skilled workers

A new articulation agreement between UNG and Lanier Technical College helps associate-degree graduates earn a bachelor's degree.

Practice makes perfect in summer programs

More than 130 middle and high school students reaped the benefits of two UNG summer academic programs. They increased their knowledge through enrichment classes on UNG's Gainesville Campus and were exposed to a college environment.

McNair Scholars Program produces successful students

McNair program's success continues

While many graduate schools paused their admission process due to the COVID-19 pandemic, UNG's McNair Scholars continued to succeed by gaining entry into several masters' and doctoral programs.

Senior studies in D.C. for spring 2021 semester

Senior studies in D.C. for spring semester

UNG senior Bradley Booth took courses and worked an internship in the nation's capital during the spring 2021 semester through the Fund for American Studies' (TFAS) Capital Semester on International Affairs + Public Policy.

Elfenbein wins national mentorship award

Dr. Pamela Elfenbein, director of UNG's Institute for Healthy Aging, has been named the winner of the 2021 Hiram J. Friedsam Mentorship Award from the Gerontological Society of America (GSA).

NSA-funded academies grow cyber skills

A National Security Agency grant of more than $169,000 enabled UNG faculty and staff to train 35 high school students and 22 middle and high school teachers in cybersecurity this June.

Athletics leads PBC in Make-A-Wish fundraising

Athletics leads again in 'Wish' fundraising

UNG's Department of Athletics has led the Peach Belt Conference (PBC) in Make-A-Wish fundraising for the 12th consecutive year. In June it received the LeeAnn Noble Make-A-Wish Award, given annually to the PBC member program that raises the most funds for Make-A-Wish.

Doctoral students learn anatomy from body donors

Body donors vital to PT anatomy classes

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students at UNG begin their time in the program by examining donated cadavers to learn about human anatomy, but they also gain respect for the donors.

Education degree program earns literacy honor

Education program earns literacy honor

UNG's elementary and special education degree program has received National Recognition with Distinction from the International Literacy Association (ILA).

Homeschool topic of educator's book

Dr. T. Jameson Brewer, assistant professor of social foundations and leadership education in the College of Education at the University of North Georgia (UNG), is the sole author of the recently published book "Homeschooling: A Guidebook of Practices, Claims, Issues, and Implications."

Teachers get experience working with 'gifted' students

Camp teaches instructors, students

Camp Appalachia, a weeklong daytime summer camp at UNG, teaches students about Appalachian history and culture through hands-on activities. The program also benefits the instructors, who are professional educators enrolled in UNG's gifted certification program.

New science activities boost teachers' engagement

STEM activities boost teachers' engagement

More than 30 kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers attended the Experiential Learning and Inquiry for Physical Science Educators (ELIPSE) conference to learn about a range of topics such as NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, climate change lessons and activities, the use of catapults to teach engineering, and best practices to transition from a hybrid format to face-to-face lessons.

Research finds fungal pathogen in region's snakes

Research finds fungal pathogen in snakes

After collecting data for a year followed by an analysis and working with editors, Jessy Patterson saw her paper about snake fungal disease published in the Journal of Wildlife Diseases.

Faculty learn to build study abroad programs

The Center for Global Engagement (CGE) at UNG is helping faculty develop and execute education abroad and study away programs through two separate academies. "The academies give faculty time to think through and develop the learning goals and logistics for their program," Daniela Martinez, associate director of CGE, said.

English professor Bennett named Fulbright Scholar

Dr. Tanya Bennett, a UNG professor of English, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award for the fall 2021 semester from the U.S. Department of State and Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.

Gurley vaults to NCAA national title

UNG's Journey Gurley won the pole vault national championship on May 27 to help her team tie for 19th at the NCAA Division II championship, and the UNG softball team finished among the final four teams at its NCAA championship.

Internationalization efforts increase after ACE lab

ACE lab plans boost internationalization

UNG already is taking steps to implement recommendations gained from 20 months of taking part in a nationwide, collaborative project that helps schools form strategies to give students a broader view of the world.

Program links students with national security experts

Program links students with security experts

Four students from UNG will take part in the Washington Program on National Security, getting to hear from speakers including current and former officials in the White House, intelligence community, the Pentagon, Congress, and think tanks.

Associate professor discusses making music in pandemic

Pandemic didn't stop music collaboration

Technology helped Dr. Esther Morgan-Ellis participate in more collaborative music-making opportunities at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic than the months preceding it. Now, she's published a paper and completed a peer-reviewed project about the experience.

Gilman awards nine students with scholarships to study abroad

9 earn Gilmans to study abroad

Nine UNG students received a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 to help underrepresented students study abroad. The grant also provides up to $8,000 to critical language study.

Two students place in Korean speech contest

A pair of University of North Georgia (UNG) students placed second in their divisions of the fourth annual Southeastern U.S. Korean Speech and Quiz Contest. UNG co-hosted the event via Zoom with the Korean Education Center in Atlanta.

Advanced leadership course grows students' skills

Students in Rose Procter's advanced leadership course in the Mike Cottrell College of Business this spring gained a wide array of skills to prepare them for their careers. The course is aimed at students in their final semester before entering the workforce.

Faculty move into new buildings on Gainesville Campus

Sounds of equipment being unloaded and boxes being opened and unpacked echoed through the renovated and repurposed Health Sciences Building on UNG's Gainesville Campus as a handful of departments relocate this summer into the buildings that formerly housed Lanier Technical College.

Seven upperclassmen score summer research experiences

Seven UNG students will develop their skills and interests during other research-based programs this summer.

Students place in national sales competitions

University of North Georgia (UNG) students pursuing marketing degrees with a sales concentration and management degrees have excelled in a trio of national competitions held virtually this spring.

Softball team advances to NCAA championship

For the first time since 2018, the University of North Georgia (UNG) softball team is headed to the NCAA Division II championship. As the No. 4 seed in the Elite Eight, UNG will begin the double-elimination event at 3:30 p.m. May 27 against fifth-seeded Biola University in Denver, Colorado.

Pi Kappa Phi fraternity celebrates 50 years

UNG's Pi Kappa Phi chapter celebrated its 50th anniversary on May 22. This golden anniversary is a major milestone for the social fraternity, which designates itself as the longest, continuous-running fraternity on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Vaccinated individuals no longer required to wear masks on campus

Effective immediately, fully vaccinated individuals can resume University of North Georgia (UNG) campus classes, work and other activities without physically distancing or wearing a mask. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to continue socially distancing from others when possible and wearing a face covering while inside campus facilities.

Softball team's NCAA No. 1 seed leads strong spring sports season

The University of North Georgia (UNG) softball team won its seventh straight Peach Belt Conference (PBC) tournament title and is the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Division II Southeast Regional.

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UNG names Cyber Institute director

Language institutes back in person

Students research, contribute via LEAP

Journal names Chan research topic editor

UNG names Cyber Institute director

Language institutes back in person

Anderson earns DC fellowship

Alumnus leads Ranger battalion

Residence Life excited for fall

Starlight event returns Aug. 28

Hollabaugh earns teaching award

Report shows $720 million boost to region

Vaccine clinics, tests in place

Students research, contribute via LEAP

High schoolers try out college life

Jacobs, Gowan make Who's Who list

UNG No. 17 on Best for Vets list

New students get ready for fall

Alumna releases new album

Health sciences college dean named

Clough to speak at summer commencement

Smith part of NSF mentoring grant

Faculty member to perform at conference

HEP renewed with $2.3 million grant

Transfer process eases for skilled workers

Practice makes perfect in summer programs

McNair program's success continues

Senior studies in D.C. for spring semester

Elfenbein wins national mentorship award

NSA-funded academies grow cyber skills

Athletics leads again in 'Wish' fundraising

Body donors vital to PT anatomy classes

Education program earns literacy honor

Homeschool topic of educator's book

Camp teaches instructors, students

STEM activities boost teachers' engagement

Research finds fungal pathogen in snakes

Faculty learn to build study abroad programs

English professor Bennett named Fulbright Scholar

Gurley vaults to NCAA national title

ACE lab plans boost internationalization

Program links students with security experts

Pandemic didn't stop music collaboration

9 earn Gilmans to study abroad

Two students place in Korean speech contest

Advanced leadership course grows students' skills

Faculty move into new buildings on Gainesville Campus

Seven upperclassmen score summer research experiences

Students place in national sales competitions

Softball team advances to NCAA championship

Pi Kappa Phi fraternity celebrates 50 years

Vaccinated individuals no longer required to wear masks on campus

Softball team's NCAA No. 1 seed leads strong spring sports season

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