CLAYTON STATE NEWS
August 28, 2026
Stories
Student Spotlight: Ponzellar Jones Follows Her Dream of a Career in Nursing
Ponzellar Jones spent much of her life caring for others.
Clayton State hosts National Institute for Student Success (NISS) on Campus for Implementation Site Visit
Clayton State University recently hosted leadership from the National Institute for Student Success (NISS) for a series of meetings with faculty, staff and students.
Dr. Pinar Gurkas Accepted into 2025-2026 Leadership Clayton Program
Clayton State University is proud to share that the Clayton Chamber of Commerce has accepted Dr. Pinar Gurkas into the 2025-2026 Leadership Clayton Program.
The College of Health’s Nursing Program Holds White Coat Ceremony
Clayton State University School of Nursing recently celebrated the white coat ceremony for current juniors in the nursing program.
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Notables
Embracing the Journey: Clayton State University's Class of 2024 Graduation Celebration
It took perseverance, willpower, grit, commitment, and heart. But they finally did it.
Alumni Spotlight: Sherita Shelby
Clayton State 2005 graduate Sherita Shelby has worked at two of Atlanta’s most internationally known companies. Now, she’s stepping up to serve on her alma mater’s Alumni Board.
Lakers pitch profound professionalism
A strong turnout of Clayton State students turned out for the 2023 Personal Elevator Pitch Competition and left strong impressions on the judges, faculty, and staff in attendance.