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UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA

Section Twelve

Darton State College is one of 30 institutions in the University System of Georgia. The University

System of Georgia consists of four research universities, four comprehensive universities, 9 state

universities, and 13 state colleges.

The University System of Georgia is a network of colleges governed by a 19-member constitutional

Board of Regents, which has been in operation since 1931. Appointments of Board members are

made by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the State Senate. Regular terms of Board

members are seven years. State appropriations for the University System are requested by, made to,

and allocated by the Board of Regents.

The Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and other officers of the Board of Regents are elected by the

members of the Board. The Chancellor, who is not a Board member, is the chief executive officer of

the Board and the chief administrative officer of the University System.

Each institution in the University System is governed by the President and faculty under the general

jurisdiction of the Chancellor and the Board of Regents. The policies of the Board of Regents allow

considerable autonomy, and each college is headed by a President whose election is recommended

by the Chancellor and approved by the Board.

The overall programs and services of the University System are offered through three major

components: Instruction, Public Service, and Research. Students who receive credit from

institutions within the System enjoy easy transfer of courses, a major advantage for those attending

System colleges.

INSTRUCTION consists of programs of study leading to degrees, ranging from the associate (two-

year) level to the doctoral level. Many colleges have certificate programs as well. The degree

programs range from the traditional liberal arts studies and professional or highly specialized

programs to job specific career education.

RESEARCH encompasses scholarly investigations conducted for discovery and application of

knowledge. Most of the research is conducted through the universities; however, some of it is

conducted through several of the senior colleges. The research investigations cover matters related

to the educational objectives of the institutions and to general societal needs.