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UNG student Yeager takes second in solo artist competition

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:49:05 -0400

UNG Department of Music student CJ Yeager placed second in the Southeast Regional Tuba Euphonium Conference Young Artist Solo Competition.

UNG students inducted into international nursing honor society

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:47:34 -0400

The University of North Georgia (UNG) inducted 24 nursing students into the Sigma Theta Tau international nursing honor society during the spring 2026 semester.

UNG Esports team takes second place in nation

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:59:47 -0400

The UNG Esports team finished off a decorated 2025-26 academic year with a second-place finish in the National Esports Collegiate Conference Marvel Rivals tournament.

UNG students present at regional biology event

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:52:10 -0400

Four University of North Georgia (UNG) students and six faculty members presented their research at the March 25-28 Association of Southeastern Biologists (ASB) meeting in Mobile, Alabama.

UNG alumna O'Clery earns PT residency at Duke

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:50:34 -0400

Dr. Lily O'Clery is jumping into her physical therapy career with a prestigious opportunity. O'Clery, who earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in May, will complete an acute care physical therapy residency at Duke University durin...

UNG student Soto takes second in state oratorical competition

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:23:24 -0400

University of North Georgia (UNG) student Alexandra Soto finished in second place in the virtual Georgia Interstate Oratorical Association (IOA) competition before taking part in the 152nd annual IOA competition hosted by the University of Flor...

UNG education students publish book reviews

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:16:08 -0400

Five students in the University of North Georgia's (UNG) College of Education were featured in the Georgia Association of Literacy Advocates (GALA) FOCUS Newsletter for spring 2026. Three Master of Education in elementary education stud...

UNG students earn awards at Annual Research Conference

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:15:25 -0400

More than 100 undergraduate students presented their work at UNG's Annual Research Conference held this spring at the Gainesville Campus. Multiple students earned awards at the conference.

UNG alumna Shelley wins Korean Speech Contest

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:13:17 -0400

Anna Shelley's win in the Southeastern U.S. Korean Speech Contest earned her a full-tuition scholarship and dormitory support to attend the Dankook University International Summer School.

McGill named UNG cadet brigade commander for 2026-27

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:04:20 -0400

Grace McGill keeps finding new avenues to serve as a leader. Fresh off a junior season where she served as a captain and led the University of North Georgia (UNG) women's soccer team with 10 goals, McGill has taken on the highest leadership rol...

UNG student Chandler secures Goldwater Scholarship

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:33:58 -0400

UNG junior Micah Chandler has won the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, the preeminent undergraduate award in the sciences, engineering and mathematics.

UNG cadets earn military awards, scholarships

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:29:06 -0400

More than 100 military awards and scholarships were presented to University of North Georgia cadets at the March Military Awards Ceremony and the Military Awards Review during Alumni Weekend in April.

UNG alum presents cyber research at conference

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:05:00 -0400

University of North Georgia (UNG) alumnus Kian Esmaeili said he prefers to take things to the next level, so it wasn't a surprise when he chose to take his Honors Program thesis one ...

Students shine at awards events

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:54:08 -0400

UNG students who showed promise, demonstrated creativity, displayed excellence, served others and exceeded all expectations had their moment in the spotlight during the annual Student Awards events held in April.

Courtney researches Oval Office decor

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:05:52 -0400

Alumna Sara Courtney's last semester at UNG included the opportunity to visit the nation's capital and present at the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress.

UNG students take part in 'The Play That Goes Wrong'

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:30:51 -0400

Twenty-five University of North Georgia (UNG) students held a variety of roles in the Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA) spring 2026 production of "The Play That Goes Wrong," which ran from Feb.13-21 at the Hosch Theatre at Brenau University in...

UNG student Ellis becomes pro bodybuilder

Fri, 22 May 2026 13:20:52 -0400

Tough times taught Sierra Ellis determination, dedication and fortitude. They also gave her the strength to earn her pro card as a professional bodybuilder.

UNG students take part in 'Into the Woods' play

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:54:51 -0400

The Gainesville Theatre Alliance closes its 2025-26 season with Stephen Sondheim's "Into the Woods," which ran April 10-18 in the Ed Cabell Theatre at UNG's Gainesville Campus. Over two dozen students participated in acting roles and behind-the...

UNG has two Fulbright Canada award recipients

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:50:20 -0400

Two University of North Georgia (UNG) students have been named 2025-26 Fulbright Canada-Mitacs Globalink research interns and will head to Canada in May. Micah Chandler is a junior from Cumming, Georgia, pursuing a degree in mathematics and a m...

UNG students present research, help host conference

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:35:59 -0400

Students presented research and helped the University of North Georgia (UNG) host the Conference on the Americas from Feb. 20-21 at UNG's Dahlonega Campus. UNG's College of Arts & Letters and Mike Cottrell College of Business partne...

UNG confers degrees for spring 2026 graduates

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:44:38 -0400

For the spring 2026 semester, the University of North Georgia (UNG) awarded more than 1,700 degrees and certificates to graduates. Many of the graduates participated in the spring commencement ceremonies held May 12-15 at the Convocation Center...

UNG commissions new second lieutenants for spring 2026

Tue, 19 May 2026 17:56:06 -0400

In a ceremony held May 12 by the University of North Georgia, 60 graduating cadets were awarded commissions as second lieutenants.

University of North Georgia announces President's Lists for spring 2026

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:12:22 -0400

University of North Georgia (UNG) President Michael P. Shannon recognized students who achieved a 4.0 GPA during the spring 2026 semester. Students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours in bachelor's degree programs who achieved a 4.0 grade-point...

University of North Georgia announces Dean's Lists for spring 2026

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:54:43 -0400

The deans of each of UNG's colleges announced the names of those students who made their respective lists for spring 2026. Dean's List recognition is achieved by having at least a 3.5 grade-point average, carrying 12 or more credit hour...

UNG music alumnae on path to music Ph.Ds. from Yale

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:42:11 -0400

Alumnae Lily Hammond and Danni Ingram are on the path toward doctoral degrees at Yale University, citing strong support from UNG's Department of Music as inspiration.