CLAYTON STATE NEWS
May 13, 2026
Clayton State University Honored in Newsweek’s “America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026”
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Braves serve up home run with Clayton State food distribution event
The first-ever Atlanta Braves Home Plate Project food distribution event at Clayton State University proved to be a massive success. 43 volunteers lent a helping hand by directing traffic, loading vehicles, and delivering food to residents in Laker...
Limitless Leader: Clayton State senior begins career in Atlanta Mayoral Office
One Clayton State senior’s summer internship has now become the first leg of his professional career. Interdisciplinary Studies Major James Gathings currently serves in Mayor Andre Dickens’ Office of Constituent Services.
Clayton State to host Atlanta Braves Home Plate Project
On Thursday, August 24, the Atlanta Braves Home Plate Project will host its first-ever food distribution in Clayton County on the campus of Clayton State University for all students, staff, and faculty, as well as their families and the entire Clayton...
Miracle in Morrow: Freshman provides inspiration through education
After surviving three simultaneous strokes this past winter, Clayton State freshman Emily Phillips already sees her newfound opportunities in Laker Nation as a blessing.
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Mailchimp Renews Launchpad Commitment with Clayton State
Mailchimp recently announced a renewed commitment of $1 million to Clayton State University for the Launchpad leadership academy over the next three years.
Alumni Spotlight: Darius Thomas
I honestly did not know anything about Clayton State. I learned about this wonderful institution because of a high school classmate who was interested in nursing program.
Clayton State announces 2020 “Making Things Better” award recipients
COVID-19 brought many challenges for Clayton State University in 2020—a quick transition to online learning, a virtual celebration to recognize spring graduates and a focus on reopening the campus safely for students, faculty and staff.