CLAYTON STATE NEWS
May 7, 2026
Alice J Smith Awards Showcases Outstanding Achievements That Impact the Entire Campus Community
Stories
Nursing Alumna’s Family Gifts Community Caregivers
Judith L. Kanne was inspired to make a difference in the lives of others through her commitment to healthcare.
Alumni Spotlight: Lukeythia Bastardi
The Clayton State alumni office recently spoke with nursing alumna Lukeythia Bastardi ’06 about her career and unique path to the profession.
Alumni Spotlight: Nicholas Collins
Nicholas Collins ’19 is a biology and chemistry teacher at Langston Hughes High School in Fulton County Schools.
Kerry L. Heyward Named Interim President
University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue today has named Kerry L. Heyward interim president of Clayton State University following the resignation of President T. Ramon Stuart.
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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: Dantez Bennamon
Meet Dantez Bennamon ’19. Active student and even more active alumnus with a degree in Business Management.
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.