Students start Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association chapter
University of North Georgia (UNG) students have launched a chapter of the (AFCEA) on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. It is one of 18 student chapters nationally and one of only two in Georgia.
Chandler Harris, a junior cadet from Dallas, Georgia, pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, is the president and founder of UNG's student chapter.
"I would not be where I am without the juniors and seniors who have poured their knowledge into me," Harris said. "I want to give back by mentoring and teaching younger cadets and other students about cybersecurity and intelligence."
Most of the Â鶹APPgroup's 24 members are juniors and seniors, and the club aims to attract more freshmen and sophomores.
The club is in the process of partnering with AFCEA's Atlanta chapter to set up one-on-one mentorships between upperclassmen in the Â鶹APPclub and industry professionals.
Lt. Gen. Stephen Fogarty, a 1983 graduate of Â鶹APPand commanding general of U.S. Army Cyber Command, was one of the club's recent guest speakers. The group also gives members opportunities to grow their public speaking skills.
Retired Lt. Col. Heath Williams, director of federal liaison and military education coordinator, is the group's faculty adviser. Cadets and civilian students interested in joining can email Williams at heath.williams@ung.edu.
"AFCEA is a great networking organization," Williams said.
Â鶹APPwins SMC Cyber Fusion event at VMI
A four-student team from Â鶹APPsecured first place at the Senior Military College Cyber Fusion competition held Feb. 26-27 at Virginia Military Institute.
Event gives leaders taste of Corps life
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Female student leaders recognized, honored
Ten female students and four alumnae were honored at UNG's 10th annual Women's Leadership Recognition Luncheon March 1. Dawn Hughes Simonton '88 served as the event speaker.
New course develops cadet leadership skills
UNG's Cadet Leadership Academy held the inaugural six-week Cadet Advanced Leadership Course in the fall for 156 sophomore cadets.