CLAYTON STATE NEWS
November 4, 2025
Clayton State Dental Hygiene Students Bring Bright Smiles to Young Atlanta Students
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Clayton State inaugural Social Mobility Summit a “big success”
Pres. Lewis and event co-chairs, Drs. Joshua Meddaugh and Don Stansberry, believe the first-ever Social Mobility Summit was a promising achievement. But now, the real work begins to transform Clayton State into Georgia’s premier institution for...
Heather Eddy selected as member of ADHA Professional Fellows Program
Eddy has served as a dental hygienist for more than 20 years and is currently working on her doctorate at the University of North Georgia. With her new fellowship, she hopes to encourage both students and dental hygienists in the field to further...
Lakers celebrate Juneteenth with local community at Hampton block party
Faculty, staff, and students celebrated Juneteenth into the weekend alongside the rest of the Clayton County community at the “Clayton Connected: Juneteenth Block Party” on Saturday, June 22, at the Gerald Matthews Complex in Hampton.
Bridgette McDonald awarded inaugural GACE Champion Award
Currently the association's treasurer, McDonald said working for GACE and leaving an impact on all she interacts with has become a true calling for her.
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Clayton State signs MOU with Communities in Schools of Atlanta
On Tuesday, April 9, Clayton State University President Dr. Georj Lewis and Communities in Schools of Atlanta Chief Exec. Officer Frank Brown as well as representatives from both Clayton State and CIS of Atlanta met at the Clayton State’s University...
Alumni Spotlight: Bob Phillips
Domestically, there are few alumni who live further away from Clayton State’s campus than Bob Phillips ’89.
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.