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Clayton State Day at the Georgia Capitol 2026
Clayton State University students, faculty, and staff came together for the eagerly awaited Clayton State Day at the Capitol, a special occasion that allowed the Laker community to experience Georgia’s legislative process firsthand, meet state...
Dental Hygiene Student Researchers Earn First Place at GDHA Research Day
Clayton State University Dental Hygiene students proudly represented the program at the Georgia Dental Hygienist Association – GDHA Research Day, where they presented original research highlighting evidence-based practice and clinical relevance...
Clayton State University announces a $14.5 million renovation to modernize the home of the College of Health
Clayton State University celebrated an exciting milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony for the renovation of the Harry S. Downs building. University leaders, students, Georgia State legislators and healthcare community partners participated in...
Clayton State’s Dr. Andre Clanton Selected to Serve as Faculty for 2026 Gehring Academy
Clayton State University’s Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards, Dr. Andre Clanton, has been selected to serve as faculty for the 2026 Donald D. Gehring Academy, a national training institute for student conduct professionals hosted...
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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...
First-Generation College Spotlight: Tiffany Burston
Tiffany Burston currently serves as the Business Manager for Housing Operations at Clayton State University.
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.