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    Xandrea Dantin

    Xandrea Dantin always strived to take on leadership roles in high school. She wanted to keep the same mindset when she enrolled at the University of North Georgia's (UNG) Blue Ridge Campus in August 2020.

    "I wasn't sure where I could find similar ways to make an impact in college," Dantin said. "But there are ample leadership opportunities at UNG."

    It did not take her long to find a major role to practice those skills. Dantin served as the first Student Government Association (SGA) vice president for the Blue Ridge Campus in the initial academic year of UNG's unified SGA.

    "It was scary because I wasn't entirely sure what I was getting into, but there was someone there every step of the way to help me," Dantin said. "I was able to network and learn more about how college works. Hearing the way other people lead and learning from them, I had a chance to put it into practice in Student Government Association. That has given me an advantage."

    The Ellijay, Georgia, native is pursuing a degree in management with a concentration in entrepreneurship. Taking classes on the Blue Ridge and Dahlonega campuses in 2021-22, she is on track to graduate in May 2024.

    Dantin is not sure where her career will go, but she wants to learn everything she can about business and entrepreneurship. With a desire to start some type of e-commerce business, she hopes her experience at UNG can help her figure out how to start her own company.

    "It's a way to explore the things that I enjoy," Dantin said of her degree program.

    Dantin sees leadership as using a multifaceted approach that encompasses being open-minded and practicing self-discipline.

    "You need humility and awareness that you're still human. You still make mistakes. A leader with humility creates mutual respect," Dantin said. "As a follower, it's a better experience to follow someone who you respect and you can go to with ideas and they're not going to shut you out."

    Mike Ryan

    Mike Ryan

    Mike Ryan, who teaches microeconomics and macroeconomics and is the head of the Department of Economics and Finance in the Mike Cottrell College of Business at UNG, has been recognized for teaching excellence by state and national organizations.
    Eavan Thomas

    Eavan Thomas

    Goal-by-goal, Honors alumna Eavan Thomas went from undecided to savvy business professional leader.
    Mark Molinaro

    Mark Molinaro

    Mark Molinaro aimed to help others pursue their dreams at UNG like he did with his research.
    Logan Bell

    Logan Bell

    After living in dorms, walking to class, seeing the same faces, and meeting someone new every day, Logan Bell fell in love with the community feel of UNG.
    Eric Norris

    Eric Norris

    Eric Norris gained skills in UNG's Corps of Cadets and the military that continue to benefit him as a Superior Court judge.
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