Lauren Billet

Having recently graduated with her Master of Arts in International Affairs degree, Lauren Billet discusses her “career” as both an undergrad and a grad student, and what her receipt of a Boren Fellowship meant for her future opportunities to experience more.

Lauren was the first-ever UNG recipient of a Boren Fellowship for graduate students, which provides unique funding opportunities for US graduate students to study less commonly-taught languages in world regions critical to US interests, and that are underrepresented in study abroad programs.

Just a couple days after this video was shot, Lauren received notification of her first post-graduate job! She is now the Office Manager, Internship Coordinator and Executive Assistant to the President at the Center for International Policy in Washington DC.

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Our Commitment To Our Students, Faculty, And Staff

At the University of North Georgia, we deeply value and uphold the cherished right of every American to freely express themselves. It is a hallmark of our history, our tradition, and permeates our culture. As a distinguished Senior Military College, with a legacy spanning over 150 years, we take great pride in our role of cultivating leaders who tirelessly defend these fundamental freedoms for all citizens. The legacy of our graduates in this regard is second to none.

As campus leaders, our primary responsibility is to cultivate an academic environment that ensures this exchange of ideas and the safety of our community. Across all five campuses, we are committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where individuals feel empowered to freely express themselves and engage in exploration and learning. However, it is essential that these rights are exercised in a manner that upholds our academic mission, preserves the safety of all, and is in accordance with our institutional policies, without unlawful behavior. This means breaking the law, harassment, intimidation, trespassing, violence, and other criminal acts will not be tolerated at the University of North Georgia.

Together, let's uphold the principles of respect, understanding, and civility as we equip our students to walk toward their purpose.

Bold Forward!