Are you ready to ignite your passions, inspire others, and lead with purpose? The bold Program is seeking highly motivated, first-year students who are willing to embark on a transformative journey towards becoming the leaders of tomorrow.
Our "Building Outstanding Leaders" program is designed to cultivate our students’ exceptional leadership skills, empower individuals to reach their full potential, and equip students with the skills necessary to effectively lead both at UNG and beyond. Tailored to meet the unique needs of participants at all levels, this program combines cutting-edge leadership theories with practical application to create a transformative learning experience.
Through this two-year scholarship program, students will:
The BOLD scholarship annually awards up to 30 first year UNG students with a $5,000 scholarship per year ($2,500 per fall/spring semester) or up to cost of attendance.
This scholarship funding reflects UNG’s commitment to your leadership potential; from the moment you arrive on campus, this scholarship program provides an environment where you will learn, grow, and develop as a leader.
BOLD Scholars will be expected to uphold the following commitments to maintain good standing and receive their full scholarship. Students who fail to do so will be asked to leave the program and their scholarship may be revoked.
Note: All Leadership meetings take place from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Fridays on the Gainesville Campus unless specified otherwise.
Meeting Type | Date | Time | Campus/Location |
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BOLD Scholars Retreat | Saturday, August 17, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Dahlonega |
BOLD Leadership 1 |
Friday, September 6, 2024 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Leadership 2 |
Friday, October 4, 2024 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Leadership 3 |
Friday, November 1, 2024 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Leadership 4 |
Friday, January 24, 2025 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Leadership 5 |
Friday, February 7, 2025 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Leadership 6 |
Friday, March 7, 2025 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Leadership 7 |
Friday, April 4, 2025 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
BOLD Scholars Banquet |
Friday, April 18, 2025 |
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Gainesville |
The BOLD Scholars Application is due by June 28, 2024.
Eligible applicants will be contacted for an interview with a panel of UNG faculty and staff during the month of July. Announcements of the final cohort for 2024-2025 will be made no later than July 31, 2024.
For more information, contact Mallory.Rodriguez@ung.edu.