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Dr. Mary Gowan and Dr. Rose Procter – UNG Mike Cottrell College of Business

November 5, 2023 by Rose

North Georgia Business Radio

Dr. Mary Gowan and Dr. Rose Procter - UNG Mike Cottrell College of Business

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It’s been said that knowledge is power. Every business owner knows that to be a true statement. You need to have market knowledge, knowledge of your craft, and knowledgeable employees. Today, we will talk about creating a knowledgeable workforce and some fantastic resources available in our community!

Dr. Mary Gowan, Dean of the Mike Cottrell College of Business @ The University of North Georgia, Georgia’s premiere military college, and Dr. Rose Procter, Director of the TRUIST Center for Ethical Leadership at the Mike Cottrell College of Business UNG – University of North Georgia and Associate Director for Ethics and Compliance with the University System of Georgia join host Phil Bonelli on this episode of North Georgia Business Radio.

Dr. Mary Gowan is a highly accomplished leader in the field of business education. With a focus on preparing students for the workforce, Dr. Gowan has implemented various initiatives to enhance their skills and knowledge. The UNG’s cybersecurity program, for instance, has garnered recognition as a two-time winner of the NSA Code Breaker Challenge.

Additionally, the college offers logistics, finance, accounting, and professional sales programs, all aimed at meeting the region’s workforce needs. Dr. Gowan has also prioritized leadership development, reinstating the business leadership track and launching the Cottrel Leadership Fellows Program. Through these efforts, the University of North Georgia equips students with the necessary tools to succeed in business.

Joining Dr. Gowan is Dr. Rose Proctor, director of the TRUIST Center for Ethical Leadership, whose expertise in ethics and compliance adds further value to the university’s offerings.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover how the University of North Georgia entrepreneurship program can empower local businesses to thrive in the dynamic modern economy.
Unlock the potential of the UNG Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation and tap into a hub of creativity, innovation, and collaboration to take your business to the next level.
Explore how UNG prioritizes student success and workforce preparation, equipping graduates with the skills needed to excel in today’s competitive job market.
Learn about the internship opportunities available for UNG students, providing real-world experience and helping them build a strong foundation for their future careers.
Harness the power of the UNG graduates and local business network, connecting with talented professionals who are uniquely poised to contribute to the growth and prosperity of North Georgia’s economy.

Key moments in this episode are:

00:00:07 – Introduction
00:00:31 – Importance of Knowledge
00:01:16 – Introduction to the Guests
00:03:32 – Overview of the Mike Cottrell College of Business
00:08:01 – Cybersecurity and Compliance
00:15:17 – The Importance of Critical Thinking and Ethics in Business
00:17:26 – Hands-on Learning and Practical Application
00:19:26 – Empowering Employees to Make Ethical Judgment Calls
00:25:01 – Leadership Effectiveness and Entrepreneurial Mindset
00:30:14 – Introduction to the Entrepreneurship Program
00:31:54 – Programs and Opportunities
00:33:27 – Success Stories and Student Support
00:35:07 – University’s Impact and Affordability
00:37:50 – Internship Opportunities and Employer Engagement

Resources mentioned in this episode are:

Explore the Mike Cottrell College of Business at the University of North Georgia to discover their programs and resources.
Check out the Cybersecurity Program at the University of North Georgia for opportunities in the growing field of cybersecurity.
Learn about the Logistics Program at the University of North Georgia and its partnership with Siphon Logistics.
Discover the Finance Program at the University of North Georgia and the Bloomberg Terminals available for students.
Find out more about the student-managed investment fund at the University of North Georgia and the opportunities it provides for hands-on experience in investing.
Consider the professional sales program at the University of North Georgia and the competitions its students have won.
Explore the accounting program at the University of North Georgia and its strong reputation among regional employers.
Learn about the Cottrell Leadership Fellows Program at the University of North Georgia and how it prepares students to be leaders in their fields.
Discover the Compliance and Ethics program at the University.

Jennifer Herring, University of North Georgia

April 17, 2023 by John Ray

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Jennifer Herring, University of North Georgia

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 649)

On this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, Jennifer Herring, University of North Georgia, joined host John Ray to discuss Gen 1, UNG’s program for first-generation college students. Jennifer talked about her own experience as a first-generation college student and how that experience makes her passionate about her work. She also discussed what it means to be a first-generation college student, how first-generation students are different from other students, what UNG is doing differently than other institutions to support them, the diversity of Gen 1 students, and much more.

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Being the first in your family to attend college means potential challenges navigating an institution and its confusing roadmap of new terminology, processes, and procedures.

The First Generation Initiatives at UNG are designed to simplify that roadmap by creating strategic partnerships that will provide the necessary academic, social, and financial supports to increase retention and degree completion by:

Normalizing experiences in college by meeting other first generation students
Providing a safe environment to ask questions and receive information
Providing connections to positive adult role models and mentors on campus
Creating networking opportunities with community organizations who support first generation students

UNG also offers a mentoring program that connects first-generation faculty and staff to first-generation students for formalized mentoring relationships. The program launched in the fall of 2020 and was founded on the Gainesville Campus in collaboration with the Dean of Students, Dean of University College, and Office of the Vice President, Gainesville Campus.

Mentors and mentees meet once a month and have regular check-ins between meetings.

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**Jennifer Herring, Special Assistant to the Vice President of Regional Campuses, University of North Georgia**

Jennifer Herring, a Hall County native, currently serves as the Special Assistant to the Regional Campus Administration Vice President at the University of North Georgia.

She served North Georgia and Metro Atlanta in the banking industry for nearly 20 years, most notably as a small business, commercial lender, and local bank president. Before she arrived at UNG, she served the state of Georgia as the Senior Vice President of College Affordability Initiatives at Georgia Student Finance Commission, where she focused on programs that increased students’ access to higher education and promoted ways to make higher education more affordable.

Herring has served on various boards, including the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia Lottery Corporation. In addition, she has served as a volunteer for multiple nonprofit organizations supporting and empowering economically disadvantaged women and children and as a certified financial education instructor for the City of Refuge in Atlanta.

She attended Gordon College in Barnesville, Georgia, and Gainesville State College, now known as the University of North Georgia in Oakwood, Georgia. Herring was selected in 2014 as a member of the Leadership Georgia Program to represent Hall County. In addition, she is a member of the South Hall Rotary Club and serves as one of three advisors for the UNG chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society for First-Generation Students, as well as a coordinator for the First Generation Student Initiatives at UNG.

As a First Generation College Student, she is passionate about paving the way for students who are the first in their families to attend college and earn a degree, relieving burdens and removing barriers that prevent students from achieving their dreams. She and her husband, David, live in North Hall County.

What Does it mean to be a First Generation College Student?
Why had UNG chosen to focus on First Generation College students?
How are First-Generation College students different from those with parents or grandparents who earned college degrees?
What is UNG doing that is different from other institutions to support First-Generation college students?
How did you arrive at the structure for the mentoring program?
What results are you seeing with the mentoring pilot cohorts?
How are you awarding the First-Generation Scholarships now?
If people want to know more about what UNG is doing to support First-Generation students, where can they go?

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Mary Gowan, Dean of the Mike Cottrell College of Business at the University of North Georgia

March 13, 2023 by John Ray

Mary Gowan, University of North Georgia, Mike Cottrell College of Business

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Mary Gowan, Dean of the Mike Cottrell College of Business at the University of North Georgia

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 620)

On this edition of North Fulton Business Radio, Mary Gowan, Dean of the Mike Cottrell College of Business at the University of North Georgia, joined host John Ray this thriving educational institution. Dean Gowan discussed ways the Cottrell College of Business contributes to regional workforce development, the new Cottrell Center for Business, Technology & Innovation on the Dahlonega campus, recent student wins in national competitions, the College’s course offerings in logistics, supply chain management, and fintech, the growth of the Cumming campus, the increase in demand for certificates, and much more.

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The Mike Cottrell College of Business serves business and technology students across all five UNG campuses and currently enrolls more than 20% of the entire UNG student body. The college prepares students to lead in the workplace and strengthen their communities through academic excellence, experiential learning, innovative teaching, as well as, entrepreneurial and ethical leadership development. Students learn the skills and expectations necessary to become strong and effective leaders in their future careers. In addition, the Mike Cottrell College of Business is a valued partner in regional economic development.

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**Mary Gowan, Dean, University of North Georgia, Mike Cottrell College of Business**

Mary Gowan is dean of the Mike Cottrell College of Business and professor of management at the University of North Georgia. She previously served as business dean at James Madison University and at Elon University, and as Associate Dean at George Washington University.

Her Ph.D. is in business administration from the University of Georgia and her extensive teaching, research, and consulting experience focuses on human resource management and organizational behavior, and includes international teaching and research.

Mary is currently on the boards of the Southern Business Association of Administrators, Beta Gamma Sigma, and the North Georgia Community Foundation. Previously, she served as a board member of the Society for Human Resource Management Foundation, the Human Resource Division of the Academy of Management, the Southern Management Association, and a number of other nonprofit organizations.

Mary has also served on a number of journal editorial boards and published research focused on career transitions and related HR topics and has been published in the Academy of Management Journal, Journal of Applied Psychology, and numerous other HR-related journals.

What are some of the ways UNG’s Mike Cottrell College of Business contributes to regional workforce development?
How is your new Cottrell Center for Business, Technology & Innovation helping the college better prepare students for their careers?
How have your logistics and supply chain management courses gained even further value in the current world of consistent supply chain issues?
How is UNG preparing students for careers in the emerging fintech and cybersecurity fields?
Can you talk about the importance of your MBA now being offered online so you can reach working professionals who want to further their education?
What bachelor’s degrees will you be offering on the Cumming Campus and online within the next two years?
What can you tell me about UNG’s partnership with the NSA to offer undergraduate and graduate certificates in compliance and ethics?
Can you talk about the role your TRUIST Center for Ethical Leadership and the Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation play in educating your students and serving the community?