Jennifer Dickerson
  • Monroe, Georgia

Jennifer Dickerson among female student leaders at UNG honored during Women's History Month

2017 Mar 29

In celebration of Women's History Month, the University of North Georgia (UNG) shared interest group, Women of UNG, hosted a luncheon on March 26 to recognize several distinguished female leaders around campus, including student leader Jennifer Dickerson of Monroe, Georgia.

The Women's Leadership Recognition Luncheon honored 18 staff and faculty members and 18 students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership at the university.

"The goal of Women of UNG is to engage, empower and enrich the women of UNG," said Karen Frost, chair of Women of UNG. "This event ties in nicely with our group's purpose and allows us to show appreciation for the women who help further the mission of UNG on a daily basis."

The guest speaker for the event was 1979 UNG graduate Beth Brownlee. She is a motivational speaker and cancer survivor who has found that sharing inspiration and stories of hope are an incomparable way to give.

Dr. Cara Ray, associate vice president and dean of students for the Gainesville and Cumming campuses, is one of the administrators who was recognized during the event and is excited about continuing to build a community of women leaders across all campuses.

"I'm excited to be a part of this event and to see our women student leaders being honored. I know and have worked with a number of these students and it is great that we are continuing to build our community of women leaders and bringing back alumni who can mentor and inspire them. It's also important to forge connections between our current female students and female leaders across UNG, since mentorship is critical to younger leaders finding their place in the world," Ray said.