Recognizing Lewis Society Inductees and Outstanding Student Leaders

Sunday, March 1, 2026
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
11:30 am Doors Open
12:00 pm Luncheon Begins

UNG Dining Hall Banquet Room
345 West Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

$35.00 per guest
Student Honorees are limited to 3 guests
Honorees, Nominators and other designated guests are to register via the complimentary registration link sent to them.

Luncheon Speaker
Dawn Hughes Simonton ‘88
The Power of Connection

Lewis Society Inductees

Christie Ware Cook ‘94 | Melissa Baker Krudwig ‘92
Rachael Lacey ‘17 | Diane Habuda Ray ‘74

Student Honorees

Victoria Bowler | Sara Courtney
Erika Guzman-Cantellano | Elizabeth Hawn
Grace McGill | Meredith Morris | Tylar Novlesky
Brecklen Pavlich | Emilyn Slemons | Olivia Sullens

The Lewis Society
This select and prestigious society honors alumnae whose professional achievements and community impact reflect the pioneering spirit of Willie and Mary Lewis, the first female graduates of the University of North Georgia. The Lewis Society celebrates those who embody excellence, leadership, and service. Each honoree is a distinguished alumna of the University of North Georgia, recognized by her peers for going above and beyond in her field and community.

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Sponsored by the Women of UNG, a Shared Interest Group of the UNG Alumni Association