The Golden Eagle Band (GEB) is the official instrumental ensemble of the University of North Georgia's Corps of Cadets.

After WWII, the band moved to Barnes Hall and created a large Boar's Head to hang over the fireplace.

This was partly due to the fact that the Commandant of Cadets would personally take people from other companies who knew how to play an instrument and place them in the band.

[2] In 1969, the Band moved to their current residence at Sanford Hall but was forced to cut its numbers to accommodate to the living space.

The band's distinctive patch was designed in 1989 by Jasper, GA artist Mary Russell, mother of one of the cadets.

Also throughout its history, the Golden Eagle Band has produced many capable young leaders that are now serving the Army as second lieutenants in the Aviation, Engineer, Field Artillery, Armor, Medical Services, Infantry, and most recently Military Intelligence branches.

[1] The Golden Eagle Band's mission is to "provide quality musicianship, discipline, and leadership through both military and musical training.

[1] Everything that a member of the GEB needs to know about performing in a military marching band is readily available to be taught by instructors and the student leadership.

Every fall semester the Golden Eagle Band conducts special training in which participants will be able to earn a spot inside the GEB "family".