CLAYTON STATE NEWS
April 1, 2026
Balloons, Beams, and Bright Futures: Dental Hygiene Students Train with Laser Technology
Stories
First-Generation College Spotlight: Vivian Padin-Irizarry
Vivian Padin-Irizarry is an Assistant Professor of Biology in the College of S.T.E.M. at Clayton State University and first-generation college graduate.
College of Business Hosts S.T.E.M. Social Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs
The Center for Social Innovation & Sustainable Entrepreneurship (CSISE) in the College of Business at Clayton State University recently hosted its third Social Innovation Challenge.
Air Force Veteran Asia Hodnett Discusses PTSD and Healing with Therapy and Creative Arts
Asia Hodnett is a Communications and Media Studies major at Clayton State University, currently a senior with an anticipated graduation date of May 2026.
Across Different Generations Female Students Share Their Stories of Military Service
Two student veterans from different generations shared with us their stories of military service and we share them with you to honor their service and thank all who served on Veterans Day.
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Notables
Pioneering the Future of Dental Hygiene: Students Among First in Georgia Certified in Laser Therapy
In a groundbreaking step for the dental hygiene profession, two senior Clayton State University Dental Hygiene students have become part of the first group of dental hygienists in Georgia to achieve certification in laser therapy—positioning themselves...
Embracing the Journey: Clayton State University's Class of 2024 Graduation Celebration
It took perseverance, willpower, grit, commitment, and heart. But they finally did it.
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.