GGC 2018 Viewbook

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JOIN OUR STORY


PICTURE YOURSELF HERE Over the next four years, you’re going to do BIG things. In college, you’ll explore new experiences, challenge old perceptions and start on the path you choose. At Georgia Gwinnett College, you’re invited to make your story part of GGC’s story. The campus may be unfamiliar, but you can make it yours. Courses will be challenging, but you will have the support to excel. Be a part of a community that will walk with you for life. You can succeed at GGC. Let’s get started.


! GAME CHANGING

GGC is uniquely designed to give you the attention, affordability and access to succeed. You’re why we are here.


$

3,100 less than

per semester (tuition & fees)

#1

most ethnically diverse Southern regional college

* According to U.S. News & World Report, 2017

Honors Program


ALLOW US TO INTRODUCE OURSELVES Georgia Gwinnett College is a four-year college located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, just 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta. Since our founding in 2005, we have created one of the most modern, innovative learning institutions in the country – designed by students for students. GGC is designed with you at the center of our story.

GAME ! CHANGING

You won’t be lost in huge auditoriums here. Our average class size is only 21, so you get more attention from faculty.

12,000 More than students

40%

are first in their family to attend college

of students qualify for financial aid


IT’S YOUR HOME


Chick-fil-A, Moe’s Southwest Grille, Panda Express, Einstein Bros Bagels, and a Starbucks – all on-campus

Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology

5,000+ student events and activities – there’s always something going on

Comfortable spots to study and hang out

Video games, board games, ping pong and more in the Game Room Free Wi-Fi and charging stations across campus

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Students participate in the design of GGC’s beautiful, new buildings – from paint color and furniture to inclusion of green technologies.


CONNECT & COLLABORATE

“I came to GGC with dreams; I am graduating with goals and plans on how to achieve them.“ − Flurim Aliu, ‘17, political science


GGC faculty come from many professional and academic backgrounds. They choose to teach here because they believe their success should be measured by your growth. They mentor, engage and coach. This is the kind of team you want on your bench.

18:1

student/teacher ratio

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Looking for a global experience? GGC provides the opportunity to learn about our changing world on a personal level through special classes, internationally-focused events and study abroad programs. Our students travel to places like South Africa, China, France and Costa Rica.

tutoring available


YOU

“The professors and mentors provided me with amazing leadership, valuable advice and a world-class education. Everyone at GGC truly cares about you as a person.” − Julia Cruz, ‘16, business administration


BELONG HERE

GGC offers the complete college experience. Our students have created more than 130 clubs and organizations, from honor societies to service organizations. Check them out or even start your own. You can catch a movie in our modern student center, attend special events on the lawn, or join a whitewater rafting or skiing trip. Stay active on the intramural fields or in the Wellness and Recreation Center where you’ll find world-class facilities and a junior Olympic salt water swimming pool.

Annual Events: Grizzly Days, March through the Arch, Homecoming, Great Days of Service, GGC Film Festival, International Week and more!


HIT PLAY In just four seasons of post-season eligibility, GGC has been one of the most dominating athletic departments in the country, having won seven national championships, 10 conference titles, fostered dozens of all-American athletes and maintained winning records. Students also play on intramural and club sports teams, some of which have competed on regional, state and international levels. No matter the sport or league, you’ll join the Grizzly nation of fans with free access to any GGC sporting event.

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The men’s tennis team is the first in history to win four NAIA National Championships during its first four years of post-season eligibility.

Varsity Teams women’s Tennis Softball Soccer men’s Tennis Baseball Soccer

NAIA National Championships: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 – Men’s Tennis 2014, 2016, 2017 – Women’s Tennis

Conference Championships: 2013, 2014, 2017 – Men’s Soccer 2014, 2016, 2017 – Baseball 2015, 2017 – Softball 2014 – Men’s Tennis


for the athlete in all of us • Basketball • Flag Football • Indoor Volleyball • Sand Volleyball • Kickball • Dodgeball • Softball • Soccer • Bubble Soccer • Golf • Cornhole • Tennis

Intramural

• Inner-Tube Water Polo • Wiffleball • Indoor Soccer ...and more!


! GAME CHANGING YOUR LAUNDRY IS DONE!

GGC residence halls are designed to support your college experience. The laundry machines will even text you when your clothes are done!

“A unique experience for me was living in the dorms when they first opened. I had the time of my life meeting new people, making friends that are now family.” − Frank Brake, ‘16, business administration


YOUR

SPACE

You’ll feel right at home in GGC’s residence halls. In your apartment-style suite, you’ll have your own fully-furnished, carpeted room and share a bathroom with only one suitemate. You can kick back on plush couches and watch the 46-inch, flat-screen TV that comes standard in every suite. Study/activity rooms, free Wi-Fi, vending machines, on-site 24-hour security, outdoor entertainment spaces and convenience shops are all part of living on campus at GGC.

GGC has a first-year student housing requirement for non-Gwinnett County Students and transfer students with less than 30 semester hours. Some exceptions apply. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions or visit www.qqc.edu/ residencepolicy.


MAP YOUR STORY T

TENNIS FACILITY

B RL

STUDENT HOUSING

INTRAMURAL FIELDS

C

CLASSROOMS, AUDITORIUM AND ACADEMIC ENHANCEMENT CENTER

E

CLASSROOMS AND OFFICES

STUDENT CENTER, BOOKSTORE, DINING HALL AND GAMEROOM

H

L

DANIEL J. KAUFMA LIBRARY & LEARNING CENTER


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Building D: Admissions and Student Services

GGC is just 30 minutes from Atlanta and a few minutes

from downtown Lawrenceville... a perfect location for

quick getaways to explore the city, relax at Lake Lanier

or hike the Georgia mountains. Attend festivals, concerts,

pro and semi-pro sports games and other special events

year-round.

GRIZZLY ATHLETICS COMPLEX

Admissions Advising Center Disability Services Financial Aid International Services ID Card Office Student Accounts Testing Services Veterans Success Registrar

G

PARKING DECK ALLIED HEALTH AND SCIENCES

P

AN

A

R

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

FACILITIES OFFICES

CLASSROOMS, OFFICES AND FOOD COURT

D

ADMISSIONS AND STUDENT SERVICES

I F

WELLNESS AND RECREATION CENTER


WHAT WILL YOUR STORY BE?


Majors

Bachelor of Science in Biology* Biochemistry Cell Biology and Biotechnology General Biology

NEW

Bachelor of Business Administration Accounting

Economics Finance ing International Business Pend l Logistics/Supply Chain Management Approva Management Management Information Systems Marketing

NEW

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry* General Chemistry Professional Chemistry

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Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Media Arts Production Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Criminology Bachelor of Science in Education–Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Science in Education–Special Education Bachelor of Arts in English* English Interdisciplinary Studies

English Language and Literature

English Writing and Rhetoric

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science Natural Science

Social Science

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Clinical

Wellness Promotion

Bachelor of Arts in History* U.S. History

Interdisciplinary/Thematic History

Western Civilization

World History

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Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Aging Services Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Digital Media Enterprise Systems Software Development Systems and Security

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics* Applied Mathematics Pure Mathematics Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Arts in Political Science* American Government Comparative Politics General Political Science International Relations Legal Studies Bachelor of Science in Psychology Clinical/Personality Psychology Cognitive/Neuroscience Psychology Developmental/Educational Psychology Social/Applied Psychology

Minors

Business Administration Criminal Justice/Criminology English Film Geography History Information Technology Political Science Sociology

Certificates

Latin American Studies

Certifications Global Studies *Teacher Certification


APPLY NOW Complete an online application at www.ggc.edu/apply

Affordability In-state tuition: $130/credit hour Less than $3,100/semester for full-time commuter students Fall Semester Priority Deadline: May 1 * Students who apply by May 1 have first opportunity for on-campus housing and early registration

For admissions requirements, visit www.ggc.edu/requirements

Game Changing

1000 University Center Lane Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Contact Information Admissions: 678.407.5000 Toll-free: 877.704.4422 Email: ggcadmissions@ggc.edu

CONNECT WITH US

To schedule a campus tour: Go to www.ggc.edu/tour Georgia Gwinnett College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Georgia Gwinnett College.

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