Transfer Coaches
Incoming transfer students from the point of application will begin to receive communications from their Transfer Coach! Transfer Coaches can assist students with general questions via phone or email or during virtual one-on-one appointments.
Some Topics of Assistance Can Include:
- Credit Articulation/Equivalency
- Financial Aid Information
- Academic Advising
- Transfer Student Orientation Information
- Campus Resources and Support Services
- Tau Sigma Honor Society Qualifications
- Most Frequently Asked Questions
Any questions that are not answered by a transfer coach will be referred to the specified office or department for a follow-up. Scheduling an appointment with your transfer coach is an opportunity to tailor your needs as a new nighthawk and start your journey at 91ÁÔÆæ.
Need Transfer Assistance? Contact Us!
Allison Naidoo
allison.naidoo@ung.edu
706-864-1010
Meet Your Transfer Coaches
Lily Donley
Major/Minor
Kinesiology Exercise Science Concentration
Hometown
Alpharetta, Georgia
Transferred From
Georgia State University
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my transfer struggles by finding a community of people whom I connected with and that supported me no matter what I faced. Having people to fall back on with questions or problems was the biggest advantage for me.
Abbey Hightower
Major/Minor
Environmental Spatial Analysis
Hometown
Gainesville, Georgia
Transferred From
Lanier Technical College
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my struggle by being more involved on campus with my interests and my major. I did this by joining clubs and connecting with peers that I have multiple classes with. I chose 91ÁÔÆæ because it had a major that fit my interests completely and I could not find anything similar in any of the surrounding colleges.
Zachary Hooks
Major/Minor
Secondary Education with focus in Kinesiology
Hometown
Baumholder, Germany
Transferred From
Wiregrass Technical College
Why did you choose 91ÁÔÆæ, and what do you love about being a Nighthawk?
I chose 91ÁÔÆæ because it was affordable, conveniently located and had great academic reviews. I love the communal aspect of being a nighthawk, there are so many organizations and events that you can participate in. The campus is also beautiful, easy to navigate, and the people are all so friendly.
Morgan Jin
Major/Minor
Biology
Hometown
Buford, Georgia
Transferred From
Brigham Young University
Why did you choose 91ÁÔÆæ and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I overcame my struggle with help from my advisors and mentors by taking advantage of the resources available to me. I also benefited from becoming more involved on campus. I chose 91ÁÔÆæ to be close to my family and because I love connecting with others.
Lily McCarn
Major/Minor
Special Education Major
Hometown
Norcross, Georgia
Transferred From
Toccoa Falls
How did you overcome your transfer struggles?
I overcame my transfer struggles with the help of my transfer coach. I would not have been able to figure everything out without her constantly pointing me in the right direction and I am very excited to be that person for other transfer students. I chose 91ÁÔÆæ because of all the opportunities it offers and how much I love the campus.
Ammy Serna
Major/Minor
Biology (Pre-Dental), minor in Chemistry
Hometown
Rabun, Georgia
Transferred From
Brenau University
Why did you choose 91ÁÔÆæ, and what do you enjoy about being a Nighthawk?
I chose 91ÁÔÆæ because it was the perfect size/environment to create strong student-teacher relationships while still getting that community feel. I love being a Nighthawk because it has opened many doors of opportunities that I might not have gotten elsewhere.