Strategic Bet: Build the Most Competitive, Value-Added Division II Athletic Program in the Nation

UNG athletics has a storied tradition of success in competition, the classroom, and our communities. Leveraging this tradition of excellence, we will build the most competitive, value-added DII athletics program in the nation. This strategy will include recruiting and competing with a championship mindset.

Leading the charge to implement this strategic bet as its "Champion" is Derek Suranie.

Derek Suranie
Derek Suranie

Senior Associate Athletic Director

Phone706-867-2770

Office locationMemorial Hall, 110, Dahlonega

Implementing the Most Competitive Division II Athletic Program in the Nation