Our Mission, Our Story
At UNG Press, we’re passionate about publishing books that inspire learning, share new ideas, and make education more accessible for everyone—right from the heart of the University of North Georgia.
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Our Vision
At UNG Press, we envision a future where scholarly publishing is open, inclusive, and transformative. We strive to expand access to knowledge through peer-reviewed works, open educational resources, and innovative learning tools. Guided by our public service mission and commitment to excellence, we aim to empower students, educators, and communities through books that inform, inspire, and endure.
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of dedicated professionals
Get to know the talented individuals behind our press
Dr. BJ Robinson
Press Director
Dr. BJ Robinson is the Director of the University of North Georgia Press, where she leads strategic publishing initiatives that support scholarly innovation, open access, and student engagement. With a background in literature and a passion for accessible education, she brings vision, mentorship, and mission-driven leadership to the Press’s growing impact.
Corey Parson
Managing Editor
Corey Parson is the Managing Editor of the University of North Georgia Press, overseeing the editorial process from manuscript to publication. With a deep commitment to academic integrity, accessibility, and mentorship, she guides the Press’s peer-reviewed projects and supports its mission to publish innovative, impactful scholarship.
Ariana Adams
Assistant Managing Editor
Ariana Adams is the Assistant Managing Editor at the University of North Georgia Press, where she supports editorial operations, author communications, and intern development. With a focus on collaboration, mentorship, and publishing excellence, she helps guide projects from acquisition to publication.
Our Approach
We are your scholarly publishing partner
At UNG Press, our approach blends academic rigor with a mission-driven commitment to access, innovation, and service. We publish peer-reviewed works that support teaching, spark inquiry, and reflect the diverse voices of our region and beyond. Through close collaboration with authors and a strong connection to the University of North Georgia, we make scholarship meaningful, affordable, and widely available.
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Meet our blog, Notions
Notions is the UNG Press blog featuring new book releases, author interviews, and insights into the ever-evolving world of publishing. Discover the stories behind the stories—and what’s next in academic and independent publishing.
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