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A Team from The Writers’ Studio at Clayton State Visited an Atlanta Elementary School to Share a Love for Literacy
As literacy continues to be a crisis across the nation, The Writers’ Studio assisted the next generation of readers and leaders by hosting a community service event called Love for Literacy.
Alumni Spotlight: Mary Agrusa earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Clayton State and Discovered a Dream Job After Retirement
Mary Agrusa retired about 10 years ago from a career in graphic design and day trading and pursued her passion for lifelong learning by taking online classes at Clayton State University.
Clayton State Professor launches podcast series that examines the cultural impact of composer Stephen Foster, "the father of American music"
Dr. Jason Lee Guthrie, Associate Professor of Communication and Media Studies at Clayton State University, is set to launch a new podcast series entitled Stephen Foster at 200 that examines the cultural impact of the composer known as "the father...
Clayton State Psychology Students and Professors Attend National Alliance on Mental Illness Conference in Atlanta
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) recently held its annual conference, NAMICon 2026, in Atlanta, bringing together advocates, professionals, and individuals with lived experience to advance mental health awareness, education, and advocacy....
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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...
Clayton State Alumni Offer Computer Science Career Advice at STEM Networking Day Event
Students from the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM) had the opportunity to meet with and get career advice from Clayton State University alums working in the computer science field at a recent networking event.
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.