UNG Community Conversations: Truths About Vaccines

The University of North Georgia is hosting a community town hall open to everyone about the COVID-19 vaccinations. Join UNG biologists for an interactive conversation where we will discuss the science behind: what are vaccines; how we know they are safe; what is herd immunity; and why we need vaccines and herd immunity. 

• 5:30-6:30 p.m. April 19: Dr. Amy Anderson, UNG biology lecturer, Hoag Student Center Room 342 on the Dahlonega Campus. Up to 42 people can take part in person due to social distancing. Register via Zoom to attend this meeting online. 
• 5:30-6:30 p.m. April 20: Dr. Amy Anderson, Blue Ridge Campus Learning Commons Room 101. Up to 25 people can take part in person. Register via Zoom to attend this meeting online. 
• 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Spanish) and 6:30-7:30 p.m. (English) April 22: Dr. Miriam Segura-Totten, professor of biology and Harry B. Forester Eminent Scholars Chair at UNG, Professional Continuing Education & Performing Arts Building Room 108 on the Gainesville Campus. Up to 50 people can take part in person. Register via Zoom to attend these meetings online. 

Admittance to the in-person events will only be allowed up to the room capacity due to social distancing. The use of face coverings is required by students, faculty, staff, and visitors in UNG buildings and facilities. Face coverings also should be used outdoors when six feet of social distancing is not possible.