CLAYTON STATE NEWS
September 10, 2026
Stories
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.
Clayton State officially welcomes Class of 2027 to Laker Nation
Hundreds of traditional and non-traditional freshmen alike celebrated the beginning of their collegiate journeys during the university’s New Student Convocation ceremony
Department changes name to highlight wider array of concentrations
The formerly named Department of Visual and Performing Arts adjusted its title on campus earlier this summer as a means to promote Film, Communications, and other concentrations offered to both current and potential future students.
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Notables
Tests are Waived This Fall While We Continue to Bridge Student Success
Continuing with the test-optional movement that began during the COVID-19 pandemic, our university is one of 23 institutions within the USG waiving Fall 2022 ACT and SAT scores for new freshmen.
Alumni Spotlight: Marsha Anderson
Driving in your car. Sometimes that is all it takes for the lightbulb to turn on that something has to change. A change for the better. A change that is lasting.
Clayton State University establishes $5 million endowment for music education
Clayton State University has received a $5 million gift from the estate of former Jonesboro resident and longtime friend of Clayton State Lon Carnes to enhance music education at the institution.