CLAYTON STATE NEWS
August 24, 2026
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Clayton State University Dental Hygiene Students Take First Place in “Run for Dentistry”
Clayton State University’s Dental Hygiene students showcased their school spirit and commitment to community health by taking first place at the Dental Dash at Dawn 5K, held on November 8, 2025.
Professor Alan Xie Selected for American Academy in Rome Fellowship
Amid the timeless beauty of Rome’s ancient ruins and world-famous art, one of Clayton State’s own, Professor of Art Alan Xie, will soon experience firsthand the work of art legends as a Fellow of the American Academy in Rome.
Clayton State Alumni Offer Computer Science Career Advice at STEM Networking Day Event
Students from the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM) had the opportunity to meet with and get career advice from Clayton State University alums working in the computer science field at a recent networking event.
Clayton State Captures Inaugural New South Athletic Conference Championship with Complete Team Victory
In a true team performance across offense, defense, and special teams, Clayton State University claimed the inaugural New South Athletic Conference (NSAC) football championship with a 42–28 victory over Lighthouse Christian College on Saturday...
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Notables
Appointment Announcement: Clayton State University’s New Provost
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we announce the appointment of Dr. Jill Mizell Drake as the new Provost here at Clayton State University, effective 02/01/2025.
Alumni Spotlight: Levi Ohanenye
Levi, thanks again for allowing us to spotlight you and your accomplishments!
Dr. Dwayne Hooks awarded Sandra Deal Excellence in Education Award
Hooks proudly accepted the Sandra Deal Excellence in Education Award from Mary Emily Deal – the daughter of the woman whom the award was named after.