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Spring 2025 Commencement
May 9-10, 2025
Commencement is a celebration of new beginnings! On May 9 and 10 we will be celebrating the commencing of a new phase of life for our Clayton State graduates. Along with families and friends, we will be recognizing our graduates for their great achievement.
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University News

University Tree Committee prepares for annual Arbor Day Celebration
The 2024 Arbor Day Observance will take place at the Judge Eugene Lawson Amphitheater at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Read more University Tree Committee prepares for annual Arbor Day Celebration

Dr. Annalisa Chang wins 2023 Pearson Transformational Thought Leadership Award
Chang said her award nomination and recognition came as a complete surprise, as she was nominated by one of her third-year students – music education senior Sarah Marchant.
Read more Dr. Annalisa Chang wins 2023 Pearson Transformational Thought Leadership Award

Playing his chords right: Clayton State Student Veteran to represent university at USG 2024 Academic Recognition Day
Double-majoring in both Music and Chemistry, Clayton State junior Michael D. Jones II’s evident passion for learning recently will lead him to the statewide collegiate event on Wednesday, April 10.