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Wynne-Mathews Military Science Center

The University of North Georgia (��) broke ground in September 2023 on its Wynne-Mathews Military Science Center for the ��. The Military Science Center is set to open in time for the fall 2026 semester.

The facility is named in recognition of a leadership gift from Bob Mathews '71. This gift honors his late wife, Mary Joan Wynne Mathews, whom he met at ��, and eight other members of the Wynne and Mathews families who either attended �� or served in the U.S. armed forces.

For more information, read the article "�� breaks ground on Military Science Center".

�� plays a vital role in our state and nation. Your investment will continue to propel the �� to greater heights.

Dr. Sonny Perdue

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Statement on concerns about textbook

Recently, questions have been raised about a passage in a course textbook. After fully reviewing the concern, we want to be clear: the reference in question was not describing Christians or Christianity. The passage refers to an extremist group that misuses Christian symbols to promote hate.

In today’s world, misunderstandings can travel quickly. But our foundation at the University of North Georgia remains steady. We respect people of all beliefs. We reject hate. And we are committed to preparing students to think critically, lead with integrity, and serve in communities across our state, nation, and world.

Education is not about avoiding difficult words or ideas — it is about teaching students to navigate them with context, discernment, and respect. The world is complex, and we are developing students to lead in both these times and what lies ahead. That is what this course, and this university, are about.

We also recognize that learning and scholarship sometimes touch on sensitive, complex, or controversial ideas. That is not a weakness of higher education — it is its strength. Our responsibility is to provide the context, freedom, and support that allow both students and faculty to engage with these ideas thoughtfully. Academic freedom allows us to remain true to our values: protecting freedoms, honoring all beliefs, rejecting hate in every form, and preparing leaders who can meet a complex world with courage and integrity.

While one line in a textbook can get lost in translation, our values have never wavered. For 152 years, the University of North Georgia remains committed to building leaders through debate, dialogue, and learning. That is who we are. And that is what we will continue to do.

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