Frequently Asked Questions

For the most part the only requirement for joining a club is to be a student at UNG.

Some clubs may have additional guidelines or requirements. Check a club’s UNG Connect page to find out more information.

• Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of North Georgia (UNG) is located at the Dahlonega Campus, but any UNG student who meets the below criteria may seek membership.
• To be eligible to seek membership in a Greek organization at UNG, a student must meet the following criteria:    
  • 2.5 minimum GPA (some chapters do expect higher as designated by their Inter/national policies)
  • 12 credit hours (dual enrollment courses do not count)
  • Full-time student status in a baccalaureate or associate degree program.

Go to UNG Connect and go to the group page of the organization you would like to contact.  Meeting times and locations can be found on the “About” page for each group.

The first step to joining an organization is gathering information about that particular group through UNG Connect.

Once you know the organization’s meeting times and location, attend one meeting. Be mindful that some groups have a selection process.

Selection information will be located in their UNG Connect group.

Depending on your academic load and/or work schedule, we recommend that students be involved with at least one or two student groups.

If you are able to join more, that’s great! However, try not to over commit yourself.

• You can speak with representatives of student groups at Nighthawks Fest which is the UNG student involvement fair on each campus. Nighthawks Fest is held at the beginning of each new semester. Look on the UNG Connect calendar to find your campus’s specific Nighthawks Fest.
• Utilize UNG Connect to find out more about each club.
• Deciding what groups to be involved in are based on your personal preferences, values, and interests. You can start by asking yourself what do you enjoy or what do you want to learn more about?

Of course! All students are welcome to join any UNG club/organization. Keep in mind that some may have specific membership requirements.

Check UNG Connect for more details about each club.

• Log in to UNG Connect.
• Click on “Organizations” in the horizontal menu bar near the top of the page. 
• In the search bar type in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, or Oconee. 
• You can also tell where a club or event is located by the campus designation code found at the end of the club or event name. (BLR=Blue Ridge, CMG=Cumming, DAH=Dahlonega, GVL=Gainesville, OCN=Oconee)

• Recreational Sports is a great way to stay active. You can venture out into outdoor pursuits, attend some of the fitness classes or join an intramural team. 
• Attend a UNG sponsored event. UNG offers leadership conferences and trainings, lectures on various subjects, music and theater performances, art exhibitions, fairs, concerts, and more! Search the UNG Connect calendar for a list of events.
• Find an undergraduate research opportunity. Speak with your professors for more information or contact CURCA.
• Become a tutor or an SI (supplemental instruction) Facilitator.
• Find a volunteer opportunity in the local community. 
• Participate in an Alternative Service Break trip. 
• If you are a residential student, attend one of the many residence hall programs held throughout the semester.
• Study abroad!
• Attend campus events held by different student service offices (i.e. Student Involvement, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student Leadership, Multicultural Student Affairs, Career Services, Nighthawk Engagement & Transition Programs (NEST))

Absolutely! Most employers are flexible with college students, especially if you have an on-campus job. 

Most (but not all) clubs meet during the official UNG “club hour” which is on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. 

No classes (with a few exceptions) are scheduled during this time to help students make time to attend club meetings. 

Check UNG Connect for specific club meeting times and locations.

Find an on-campus job opportunity.

• Make new friends
• Gain a sense of belonging
• Opportunity to share common interest
• Gain leadership skills
• Learn how to network and communicate with others
• Gain transferable work skills and build your resume

Overall, there are over 200 student organizations across all of the University of North Georgia campuses. Find out what each campus offers.

Students can choose to join student organizations in the following categories: 

• Academic
• Faith-Based
• Fraternity Sorority Life
• Honor Societies
• Leadership
• Military
• Multicultural
• Performance & Publications
• Service
• Special Interest
• Sport Clubs
• Student Governance

UNG Connect is an online student engagement platform that hosts information about clubs, organizations, offices, and events at the University of North Georgia.

It provides an easy way to connect with clubs and events that interest you. It is also utilized by clubs to store official club documents, create forms and maintain official club rosters.

UNG Connect utilizes UNG’s single sign-on feature. Use the same login information you use to login to your UNG email or an on-campus computer.