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UGA employees are working diligently to bring the 2024 Winter WonderLights to life.
UGA Botanical Garden Prepares for Winter WonderLights
November 12, 2024
Airstrikes destroyed buildings in northern Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war.
Iran Enters Israel-Hamas Conflict
November 12, 2024
Students will present their research at the UNG Art History Symposium on Nov. 14.
UNG Students Present in Art History Symposium on Nov. 15
November 12, 2024
UNG Mourns the Death of Orientation Leader
October 31, 2024
"We are setting the conditions for a university that does not exist... yet," said Dr. Michael Shannon, UNG President.
State of the University Address Outlines Growth
October 29, 2024
Freddie Freeman, the Dodgers' hero in Game One of the 2024 World Series, chats to Braves broadcaster Kevin McAlpin and his son before a game in Atlanta in 2023.
Longtime Braves Star Freddie Freeman Makes World Series History
November 12, 2024
Fans filled Lynn Cottrell Arena to cheer on the Nighthawks.
Nighthawks Start Season 1-0 With Commanding 17 Point Victory
November 10, 2024
The winner of the college football playoff will receive the CFP Trophy. The last two winners were Michigan and Georgia.
First Reveal of the 2025 College Football Playoff Rankings
November 7, 2024
UNG opens at Lynn Cottrell Arena where the Nighthawks finished 11-5 last season.
UNG Women’s Basketball Leans on Experience as 2024-2025 Season Tips Off
November 7, 2024
No. 24 Cayden Charles goes up for a layup against West Texas A&M in NCAA DII Elite Eight.
No. 9 UNG Men’s Basketball Defeats Defending National Champion No. 1 Minnesota State
November 3, 2024
Gainesville hosted its second annual Día de los Muertos celebration, a holiday honoring the dead.
Gainesville Celebrates Día de los Muertos
November 12, 2024
Alyssa Evans shows off her personal tote bag and joyful spirit for raising awareness.
Bags of Hope: UNG Students Create Totes to Support My Sister’s Place
November 12, 2024
As the Holidays approach, local businesses, non-profits and agencies are working to reach out to those in need within their communities.
North Georgia Organizations Seek Donations, Volunteers Ahead of Holiday Season
November 12, 2024
The first students to participate in the Social Media Ambassador Program helped facilitate increased engagement on all UNG Instagram accounts.
UNG’s Social Media Embraces Student Involvement Through Ambassadorship
November 7, 2024
This is Halloween
This is Halloween
October 31, 2024
Core Destinations: Top Apple Orchards to Visit this Fall
Core Destinations: Top Apple Orchards to Visit this Fall
October 15, 2024
The summit view from Preacher's Rock at sunset.
UNG Students Will Fall for These Views
October 8, 2024
The vice presidential debate was hosted by CBS.
Vice Presidential Debate Was Seen As More “Professional”
October 2, 2024
Charli XCX is Getting BRAT-ty This Summer
April 24, 2024
Tyler Lahti
Legislative Attacks on Bail Funds
February 7, 2024
Each Lunchly meal will have a different flavor of Prime Hydration.
MrBeast, Logan Paul and KSI Announce Collaboration for Lunchables Competitor
November 16, 2024
The title for the newest installment of "The Lord of the Rings" franchise was released sometime around 2023 and production hadn't begun until early 2024.
“The Lord of The Rings: The War of Rohirrim” is Coming Soon
November 14, 2024
The competition intensifies as 'Squid Game' Season 2 approaches its Dec. 26 premiere.
“Squid Game” Season 2 Premieres Dec. 26
November 12, 2024
"Food for Finals" brings their A-game with the classic "Batman Returns" as a possible holiday film.
Food for Finals Presents: “Is This a Christmas Movie?” Ft. “Batman Returns” (1992)
November 9, 2024
The Dimaria battle between Wendy Marvell and Dimaria Yesta is brought to life in-game.
Role-Playing Game “Fairy Tail 2” Releases Dec. 13
November 7, 2024

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Lawson Smith, Staff Writer

Hi, I’m Lawson! I’m a Sophomore at UNG  Gainesville studying Multimedia Journalism. I fell in love with writing and storytelling when I was fourteen; since then, journalism has become my passion. I love to learn and make information accessible to all. When I’m not writing, I’m busy listening to Taylor Swift and re-watching Gilmore Girls.

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As the Holidays approach, local businesses, non-profits and agencies are working to reach out to those in need within their communities.

North Georgia Organizations Seek Donations, Volunteers Ahead of Holiday Season

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
November 12, 2024
Sam Morgan (left) and the short film's star, Mick Pereira (right) hold the award for "Best Comedy" at the All American High School Film Festival.

Gainesville Filmmaker Wins “Best Comedy” at All American High School Film Festival

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
November 5, 2024
While anyone can struggle with financial literacy, Kahmilah Williams, Ph. D. said college students often face challenges with maintaining debt and saving money. She provided her best tips to get started with understanding finances as a young adult.

UNG Professor Shares Financial Advice for College Students

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
October 29, 2024
Auxiliary Services at the University of North Georgia hosted “Name–That–Shuttle events on Oct. 8 and Oct. 10 to encourage students to suggest new names for UNG shuttle services.

UNG Shuttle Needs A New Name

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
October 10, 2024
Former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal read to students at Sandra Dunagan Deal Elementary School on Oct. 8.

Georgia Celebrates Pre-K Programs Across the State

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
October 10, 2024
Campus Recreation and Wellness at the University of North Georgia will put a spotlight on Breast Cancer Awareness Month with two Pink Out events in October.

University of North Georgia to Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
September 27, 2024
The Georgia State Patrol Department of Public Safety brought its mobile driving simulator to the University of North Georgia's Gainesville Campus on Sept. 16.

Driving a Mile in Their Shoes: GSP Offers Driving Safety Simulation

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
September 24, 2024
Young Americans for Freedom chapter at the University of North Georgia planted 2,977 American flags on the Gainesville Campus in honor of 9/11.

Young Americans for Freedom Plants Nearly 3,000 American flags in Honor of 9/11

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
September 10, 2024
UNG Career Services will cut the ribbon on Nigel's Career Closet on the Gainesville Campus on Sept. 18.

UNG Gainesville Unveil Nigel’s Career Closet

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
September 10, 2024
The Dance Fit class is offered Wednesdays at 5 p.m. at the Hugh Mills Physical Education Center on the University of North Georgia's Gainesville Campus.

Fitness is Dancing its Way to UNG Gainesville

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
September 3, 2024
The University of North Georgia’s Fraternity and Sorority life held Greek-A-Palooza on Aug. 22, 2024, on the Dahlonega Campus’ Drill Field.

It’s a New Era for UNG Greek Life

Lawson Smith, Staff Writer
August 27, 2024
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