Recognition of academic excellence is a hallmark of educational institutions, and the University of North Georgia (UNG) has recently highlighted several outstanding students for their achievements during the Fall 2025 semester. Notably, Charles Taylor, from Tifton, has been named to the President’s Honor Roll for achieving a remarkable 4.0 grade point average (GPA). This prestigious recognition is reserved for students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours within bachelor’s degree programs who attain this level of academic performance.
In addition to Taylor’s commendation, the UNG President, Dr. Michael P. Shannon, acknowledged other high-achieving students during a ceremony held to celebrate their accomplishments. Those who reached a GPA of 3.5 or higher and carried a minimum of 12 credit hours were named to the Dean’s List. Among these students is Sophie Compton, also from Tifton, who successfully met these criteria.
Graduate Achievements and Commencement
The university also awarded over 1,000 degrees and certificates during its Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies, which took place on December 9-10 at the Convocation Center located on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus. Among the graduates was Tia Kohler, who earned a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership & Practice.
In a related academic achievement, Berry College has announced its own Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Students who achieved an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying at least 12 credit hours were included on the list. Notably, Ryley Delbrey and Susanne Peters, both from Tifton, received this honor.
These recognitions reflect the dedication and hard work of students in their pursuit of academic excellence. As educational institutions continue to celebrate such achievements, the impact on both the individuals and their communities remains profound.
