Dr. Jim Burran, President of Dalton State, greeted Chancellor Erroll Davis, Jr., as he arrived on campus on Wednesday, June 14, for his first visit to Dalton State. His trip marked his 32nd visit to University System of Georgia colleges and universities.

Dalton State College students had an opportunity to meet with Chancellor Davis during his morning visit. Pictured, from left to right, are: Josh Cook, Nate Smith, Miguel Gonzalez, Chancellor Davis, Cheri Pace, Jenna Caylor, and Rebecca Hudson.

Chancellor Davis addressed several dozen faculty and staff members during an informal question and answer session and reception.

Dr. Christy Price, Associate Professor of Psychology, asked Chancellor Davis to discuss University System of Georgia retention policies.

Chris Moder, from the University System of Georgia Central Office, Chancellor Davis, and Dr. Jim Burran walked from Westcott to the Derrell C. Roberts Library for a media briefing and lunch.

Chancellor Davis met with reporters from the Daily Citizen News, the Chattanooga Times Free Press, and area television stations Channels 9, 10, and 12.

DSC Foundation Trustees and area legislators attended a luncheon in which the Chancellor welcomed questions from about 50 attendees.

Ken Boring shook hands with Chancellor Davis while his brother, Jim Boring, looked on. They were among the college supporters who attended the luncheon.

Representative John Meadows, far left, and Representative Roger Williams, center, mingled with other community supporters after the meal.

Senator Don Thomas and Chancellor Davis shared a handshake and a laugh following the luncheon.

Senator Don Thomas spoke with Sis (Mrs. James) Brown as community leader Linda Blackman looked on.

Representative Ron Forster chatted with the Chancellor and University System of Georgia Regent Jim Jolly.