Our Academic Success Coaches are available to meet virtually with all students, regardless of campus.
Zach joined the University of North Georgia in the fall of 2019. He has a Bachelor Degree in Christian Ministries from Emmanuel College in Franklin Springs, Georgia. He has extensive experience in the world of higher education and specifically student affairs. Prior to working at UNG, Zach spent over six years working within the Technical College System of Georgia.
Zach takes a holistic approach to working with students and has been specifically trained under the co-active coaching model. He approaches every interaction with students with a listening ear and encouraging words. His hopes while an academic success coach at UNG are to assist students with overcoming barriers that arise during their academic journey.
Zach, a Georgia native, is happily married to his college sweetheart, Elise. Together they have two amazing young children and currently reside in Commerce, GA. Outside of work, he enjoys watching/playing sports, being outdoors, movies and reading with a good cup of coffee.
Phone: 706-310-6332
Email: zach.thrift@ung.edu
Office: 584A