CLAYTON STATE NEWS
August 26, 2026
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Clayton State Dean Dr Dwayne Hooks Receives KU School of Nursing Alumni Award
Clayton State University’s own Dr. Dwayne Hooks, dean of the College of Health and interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, was recently honored by his Alma Mater the University of Kansas School of Nursing.
Clayton State University earns national recognition for commitment to first-generation student success
FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success, recently announced Clayton State University as one of sixty new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2025-26.
Clayton State University Improves Its Social Mobility Ranking Three Years in a Row
Clayton State University recently received its annual evaluation from the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings.
College of Health Participates in a Community Health & Wellness Fair in East Point
Clayton State University College of Health faculty and students joined other local health and safety organizations to share important information and provide free health exams for residents at a Community Health & Wellness event.
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Clayton State announces spring commencement speakers
Clayton State University is excited and ready to honor its graduating Class of 2024 at this year’s spring commencement.
Alumni Spotlight: Cynthia Rucker
Continuing the Clayton State University Alumni Association’s series of spotlights on our new Alumni Board members, Dr. Cynthia Rucker joined the board on July 1, 2022.
Lakers prepared to practice positive pitches
The annual Clayton State University Elevator Pitch Competition returns to campus on Thursday, October 19.