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    If you love Physics and want a learning community focused on discovering new knowledge, solving technological challenges, and addressing important societal issues, join us!

    Be immersed in a diverse range of topics and opportunities while pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and addressing technological and societal challenges.  Become a part of the next generation of scientists, engineers, and community leaders. 

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    Faculty active in  Dahlonega Science Cafe

    Faculty active in Science Cafe

    UNG faculty members across a wide variety of disciplines are serving as monthly speakers at the Dahlonega Science Cafe during the 2022-23 academic year.

    $1.5M NSF grant provides STEM scholarships

    NSF grant provides STEM scholarships

    A six-year National Science Foundation grant of almost $1.5 million will support scholarships and research opportunities for UNG STEM students.

    Physics student group earns recognition

    Physics student group earns recognition

    UNG's chapter of the Society of Physics Students was recognized as a 2021 Distinguished Chapter.

    NSF funds undergrad research experiences

    NSF funds undergrad research experiences

    Thirteen UNG students will take part in undergraduate research experiences funded by the National Science Foundation and other sources during summer 2022.

    Partnership prepares future physics teachers

    Partnership prepares future physics teachers

    UNG's partnership between the Physics & Astronomy Department and the College of Education is helping prepare students to teach physics when they graduate.

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