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    National Leadership Challenge Weekend - Spring 2026

    Looking for one of the most memorable weekends of your life? Want a taste of the leadership development activities that you will experience as a Cadet at UNG? We're looking for those students who want to find out more about themselves so they can more effectively lead others - both now and in the future. The Corps of Cadets is nationally recognized for its leadership development programs and hosts a National Leadership Challenge Weekend each semester. If you are interested in UNG, we want to give you the opportunity to experience the physical leadership development activities in which you will participate if you enroll in the Corps of Cadets. We will assign you to a small team and evaluate your group on how well you accomplish problem-solving and team-building activities. As you maneuver through obstacle courses and solve problems, you will learn to trust your teammates in a way you've never counted on or trusted anyone before. Current UNG Cadets who have already accepted the Challenge will be there to mentor and guide you! This exciting opportunity is offered only twice a year (fall and spring), and space is limited to 200 students. You will sleep in rustic, 16-person cabins on bunk beds (see below). Men and women will occupy separate cabins. The cabins are at Camp Wahsega, a 4-H Camp owned by the University System of Georgia, approximately one mile from the Mountain Ranger Camp, and about ten miles from campus.
    Only the parent or legal guardian of the minor is authorized to complete these forms.
     
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    Participant's Information
    Participant's Birthdate *
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    Participant's Gender *
    Participant's Gender *
    Participant's Home Address *
    Participant's Home Address *
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    Parent/Legal Guardian Information
    Emergency Contact Information
    Contact's Address *
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    Medical Information
    Medical Authorization
    I understand that my child is voluntarily participating in a University of North Georgia program. By signing this form I hereby acknowledge that all information is accurate and current, that any activity restrictions, allergies, and medications are listed on this form, and to the best of my knowledge, my child is capable of participating safely in the program. I acknowledge that my failure to disclose relevant information may result in harm to my child and/or others during this program. I agree to notify the program of any changes in my child’s mental, physical, or medical condition before the program begins. I understand that the University of North Georgia does NOT provide medical insurance for my child and that I should consult my child’s physician before allowing my child to participate in this program. I also understand that except as provided in the paragraph below, the University does NOT provide, distribute, or administer medication for participants. If a minor participant requires assistance with a prescribed medication, please contact the Camp Director 5 days prior to the start of the camp.

    In the case of accident or illness, I hereby authorize the program staff to administer or seek medical treatment for my child, as they see fit, including routine first aid care or emergency medical treatment. I hold harmless and agree to indemnify the program, the University of North Georgia, and the Board of Regents from any claims, causes of action, damages, and/or liabilities arising out of or resulting from said medical treatment or assistance with prescription medication. I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for any hospital or other costs arising out of any bodily injury or property damage sustained through such treatment or assistance related to my child’s participation in the program.
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    Parental Advisement of Non-Licensure
    This document serves as a notification that the Program operated through the University of North Georgia is not licensed nor is required to be licensed by any agency within the State of Georgia. The program is exempted by the Bright from the Start program through the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) division. 
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    Release, Waiver of Liability, and Covenant Not to Sue
    I, as the parent of the participant in the Program, wish for my child to participate in the Program. In consideration of the services to be rendered by the University in organizing and operating the Program and in consideration of my child’s participation in the Program, I hereby agree to the following:

    I understand activities for the Program may include, but are not limited to, the following: travel to, from, and during the Program (by car, bus, or walking); sports-related and other physical activities (e.g. running, hiking, swimming, water sports, etc.); physical exertion such as lifting or moving heavy objects; spending extended periods of time outdoors being exposed to the elements (e.g. sun, wind, rain, insects, other environmental allergens, etc.); and consumption of food and/or beverage.

    I understand that certain risks are inherent in participation in the Program. These risks may include, but are not limited to, such things as incidents related to sports-related activities, including sprains, broken bones, cuts, bruises, entrapment, temporary or permanent disability, and/or death; transportation; driver error; adverse weather conditions; theft of personal property or other criminal activity; allergic reactions to food and drink items, insects, and other environmental allergens; exposure to contagious diseases; other physical, mental, and emotional injury; and other risks and dangers, whether known or unknown or reasonably foreseeable.

    I understand and agree that the University does not provide insurance to cover medical expenses for injuries that may be sustained by my child or for damage to my child’s personal property, and that the University strongly recommends that I carry my own health, medical, and property insurance for purposes of potential losses related to the Program.

    In the event of an accident or serious illness, I hereby authorize representatives of the University to obtain medical treatment and transport for my child on my behalf. I hereby hold harmless and agree to indemnify the University from any claims, causes of action, damages, and/or liabilities arising out of or resulting from the medical treatment or transport. I further agree to accept full responsibility for any and all expenses, including medical expenses, which may derive from any injuries to my child that may occur during my child’s participation in the Program.

    I understand that my child’s participation in the Program is entirely voluntary. I fully understand the scope of the activities and the potential risks involved in the Program. I hereby acknowledge that my child’s participation in the Program involves an inherent risk of property damage and/or bodily or personal injury, including death, and I assume all risks. I hereby agree that for the sole consideration of the University allowing my child to participate in the Program, I do hereby release and forever discharge the State of Georgia, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (“BOR”), the University, its departments, agencies and instrumentalities and all of their respective officers, members, employees, and agents, or any of their members individually of any and from all claims, demands, rights, and causes of action of whatever kind or nature, arising from and by reason of any and all known and unknown, foreseen and unforeseen bodily and personal injuries, damage to property, and the consequences thereof, resulting from my child’s participation in or in any way connected with the Program. I hereby acknowledge that this Release, Waiver of Liability, and Covenant Not to Sue (“Release”) shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Georgia. I expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Georgia and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

    I further covenant and agree that for the consideration stated above, I will not sue the University, the BOR, or any of their respective members, officers, agents, or employees for any claim for damages arising or growing out of any voluntary participation in the Program. I understand that the acceptance of this Release by the University and the BOR shall not constitute a waiver in whole or in part, of sovereign or official immunity by the University or the BOR or their respective members, officers, agents, and employees. This release shall be binding upon me and my heirs, legal representatives, and assigns.

    I have read this entire Release, Waiver of Liability, and Covenant Not to Sue, I fully understand it, and I agree to be bound by it.
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    Participant Code of Conduct
    PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT
    I understand that as a condition for participating in the Program I must comply with the Program’s rules and standards of conduct and follow all reasonable direction of the Program Staff. Failure to comply with the Program’s rules and standards of conduct or failure to comply with the reasonable direction of Program Staff may result in my being dismissed from the Program.
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    PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN AGREEMENT
    I understand that my child will be subject to the rules and standards of conduct of the Program and the University System of Georgia. I further understand that my child’s violation of the rules and standards of conduct or failure to comply with the reasonable direction of Program Staff may result in my child’s dismissal from the Program. I accept responsibility for all costs associated with removing my child from the Program, including but not limited to transportation costs to return the Participant home. I understand that Dismissed Participants are not eligible for a refund of any fees or expenses.

    The Program has established rules and standards of conduct for all Participants. It is the responsibility of the Parent/Legal Guardian and the Participant to review the Program rules and standards of conduct. Dismissed Participants are not eligible for a refund of any fees or expenses. The Parent/Legal Guardian is responsible for all costs associated with removing the Participant from the Program due to his/her misconduct, including but not limited to transportation costs to return the Participant home.
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    Photo/Video/Audio Consent and Release
    All persons taking photographs or video/audio recordings on University property or of University events must obtain a signed release form from any student, faculty member, staff person, or individual who is visibly recognizable in the images. Crowd scenes where no single person is the dominant feature are exempt. These rules govern photographs, video recordings, and audio recordings intended for use in any University printed, digital, or online publication of any marketing or public relations nature, such as newsletters, Viewbooks, social media or website postings, promotional items, or other such material. These rules are not in effect when photographs or video are taken of news events, but photographs or video taken for news purposes require a release for reuse in marketing materials.
    Is the participant under 18 years old? *
    Is the participant under 18 years old? *

    I hereby grant the University of North Georgia, acting through its agents, employees, or representatives (University), the irrevocable right and permission to take photographs, video recordings, and/or audio recordings of me, including my name, image, likeness, performance, and/or voice (Recordings). I agree that the Recordings may be used by the University, including its successors, assigns and transferees, in perpetuity and without compensation to me, for any legitimate purpose on University and other websites and in publications, promotional flyers, educational materials, derivative works, and for any other similar purpose, whether in printed or electronic form, and in any and all other media, whether now known or hereafter existing. I agree that the University will have final editorial authority over the use of the Recordings, and I waive any right to inspect or approve of any future use of the Recordings. I further agree that the Recordings, reproductions thereof, and all plates, negatives, recording tape, and digital files are and shall remain the property of the University. I release and fully discharge the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (BOR), the University, and their respective employees, agents, and representatives from any claim, damages, or liability arising from or related to my participation in the Recordings or the University's future use of the Recordings. I will make no monetary or other claim against the BOR, the University, or their respective successors, assigns, or transferees for the use of the Recordings. I have read this entire Consent and Release Form, I fully understand it, and I agree to be bound by it. I represent and certify that my true age is at least 18 years old, or, if I am under 18 years old on this date, my parent or legal guardian has also signed below. *

    I hereby grant the University of North Georgia, acting through its agents, employees, or representatives (University), the irrevocable right and permission to take photographs, video recordings, and/or audio recordings of me, including my name, image, likeness, performance, and/or voice (Recordings). I agree that the Recordings may be used by the University, including its successors, assigns and transferees, in perpetuity and without compensation to me, for any legitimate purpose on University and other websites and in publications, promotional flyers, educational materials, derivative works, and for any other similar purpose, whether in printed or electronic form, and in any and all other media, whether now known or hereafter existing. I agree that the University will have final editorial authority over the use of the Recordings, and I waive any right to inspect or approve of any future use of the Recordings. I further agree that the Recordings, reproductions thereof, and all plates, negatives, recording tape, and digital files are and shall remain the property of the University. I release and fully discharge the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (BOR), the University, and their respective employees, agents, and representatives from any claim, damages, or liability arising from or related to my participation in the Recordings or the University's future use of the Recordings. I will make no monetary or other claim against the BOR, the University, or their respective successors, assigns, or transferees for the use of the Recordings. I have read this entire Consent and Release Form, I fully understand it, and I agree to be bound by it. I represent and certify that my true age is at least 18 years old, or, if I am under 18 years old on this date, my parent or legal guardian has also signed below. *
    Pick-Up Authorization
    My child is at least 16 years of age and will be responsible for his/her own transportation to and from the program. My child may sign himself/herself out at the end of the program activities. Please note, if yes is not selected, an authorized adult must be present to sign your child out each day. *
    My child is at least 16 years of age and will be responsible for his/her own transportation to and from the program. My child may sign himself/herself out at the end of the program activities. Please note, if yes is not selected, an authorized adult must be present to sign your child out each day. *
    Please list any individual who is authorized to pick up your child, including yourself. Each authorized person must be at least 16 years of age. The above-named child will not be permitted to leave the program with anyone who is not listed below. Authorized individuals must pick up the child in person and may be requested to show identification to program staff. Children will not be released to persons who fail to provide acceptable identification upon request.

    Please note that children must be picked up by designated times. If an authorized adult is unable to be reached, program members will contact the local police department as a last resort to take your child home. If you are not at home, your child will be released to the Division of Family and Children Services.

    I authorize the following responsible persons to pick up my child from the program:
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