Corps of Cadets

“Our democracy requires that some men and women be willing to protect and defend freedom by dedicating their lives to the profession of Arms & National Security. The Corps of Cadets at the University of North Georgia attracts, educates, and prepares men and women for this purpose.”

The Georgia Gold, American Treasure is a development initiative benefiting the CORPS OF CADETS. This Corps initiative is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best of the best, offering world-class education and training. Your donation will ensure those who desire to serve their nation, in any capacity, are able to afford the cost of their education. 

As the Corps of Cadets marches toward its 150th year, help them continue their tradition of producing our nation's next leaders by supporting one of the priorities below. For a complete list of Corps of Cadets funds visit the GIVE page.

Support the Corps of Cadets

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    Cadet Facilities

    Giving to support Cadet facilities is an investment that ensures we attract our nation’s finest potential cadets and will enable the Cadet Military Program to prepare them to be America’s next generation of leaders at the national, state, and community levels.

    Preparing Cadets mandates that we build and maintain facilities with the latest technology that supports the growth of the Corps and its ability to meet its yearly increasing commissioning goals.

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    Cadet Operations

    Giving to support the operational needs of the Corps provides our Cadets the ability to be prepared upon graduation to lead as military officers or civilians in the private and public sectors.

    The Commandant of Cadets provides numerous opportunities for cadets to gain hands-on training and knowledge. Many of these experiences are not possible without your generosity.

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    Cadet Scholarships

    Giving to support scholarships ensures that our Corps can continue to provide top quality military, government, and private sector leaders

    University of North Georgia cadet scholarships allows the Commandant of Cadets the flexibility to directly help cadets who may not qualify for other support options.

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    Corps Advisory Council

    The CAC engages alumni and friends of the Corps in a genuine partnership dedicated to supporting and enhancing the Corps of Cadets by serving as the philanthropic support group for the Commandant of Cadets.

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  • The Corps of Cadets is what makes UNG such a unique and special place. We want to see that continue.

    - LTC (Ret) Jeff and Linda Luques, '72

  • Leadership today is in crisis. There is no better place for inquiry and development for the capacity to lead, understand the inherent responsibility and to shape values or attitudes about the worth of people and culture and to understand the mysteries of being a leader. We believe its more than a mission for the Corps but it’s a cause we are committed to and want to support.

    - Dr. Randy & Peggy Kirner, '67

  • John was in the Corps of Cadets at UNG and graduated as an officer. We believe in supporting the development of future military leaders.

    - Dr. John and Mrs. Jane Hemmer, '67

  • To return something to the institution that did so much for me. To invest in the future generation.

    - LTG (R) Benjamin R and Mrs. Rhonda Mixon, '75

  • The University of North Georgia Corps of Cadets is a National treasure. It builds strong, ethical leaders who are also good citizens.

    - Carl "Skip" Bell, '67

  • The UNG Corps of Cadets is the premier ROTC program in the country. We need to leverage that and make even greater.

    - Carey Mitchell, '66

  • I feel very fortunate to have attended NGC and I have been supporting the athletic programs and I now feel I need to expand my support. Myself and two other siblings attended and it’s now time to give back.

    - Ralph Santaliz, '71

  • Seeing new young alumni leadership pick up the charge in growing the Corps of Cadets is invigorating.

    - CPT Correll W. Bilbrew Sr., '00

  • My time in the Corps of Cadets made me who I am today. I believe in this project and the impact it will have on developing future leaders in UNG’s leadership laboratory.

    - Anonymous

  • Because we believe NGC and UNG is responsible for everything we are today!

    - LTC (Ret) Lee and Beth Pence, '73/'74

  • The desire to give something back to the college and the CORPS of Cadets.

    - LTC (RET) Randy and Mrs. Carolyn Tatum, '75

  • What I learned there has stayed with me and helped me my entire life after graduation. We just wanted to give back-to help those who might need some help. The future of our nation depends in part on these young men and women.

    - BG (GA Ret) Rusty and Nancy Hightower, '66

  • Give back to the outstanding program that prepared me for a career in the Army.

    - Heath and Cindy Williams, '89

  • Support and growth of the Corps is vital for this "heart" of North Georgia.

    - Elizabeth Lord Rhodes, '66

  • We wanted to support UNG's military leadership program as it continues to prepare young people for important leadership roles in both military and civilian positions.

    - LTC (Ret) Glynn and Dyana Ellis, '70

  • This school provided me the opportunity to grow and flourish, make mistakes and overcome them. My Dad told me to always leave it better than you found it! How can you not give.

    - Buzz & Marty Healy, COL (Ret) RLTW, '64

  • Our nation needs the types of people the UNG Corps of Cadets produces. Anything that aids their mission is worthy of support.

    - Brenda & John Orrison, Friends of the Corps

  • North Georgia College gave me so much more than I can possibly return. If I had success in this good life, NGC played a very large role. I am forever grateful to this wonderful institution.

    - Anonymous

  • Because I have a great love for the school and the mission of the Corps of Cadets.

    - LTC (Ret) Clifford Hugh Black, '70

  • We are very proud to be a graduate of UNG. The school gave us a well grounded sense of responsibility with work and family. We are providing our support in different areas because the school prepared us to be successful in our careers and raising a family.

    - Susan and William Robinson, '73/'74

  • I wanted to give back to the cornerstone of my leadership training and to contribute to our future leaders.

    - Melissa Krudwig (Baker, '92)

  • The impact the Corps of Cadets had on my formative years and the skills and experience it gave me continue to serve me well in my career and other areas of life. I want other young, motivated Americans to have that same opportunity and to sustain and grow the Corps and its impact in the years to come.

    - Mr. and Mrs. Aaron and Caitlin Brown, '13

  • North Georgia shaped my future. Now it is time for me to help shape the future of those that follow.

    - Jim and Faye Crupi, '70