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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

Jalen Teal of the College of Business earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Clayton State University

Innovation and Impact: Laker grad to lead Innovation Center grand opening

Jalen Teal of Clayton State University's College of Business hopes students and local residents alike can turn the redesigned Innovation Center into a community hub of growth and entrepreneurship.

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After 30 years on staff, Clayton State's Heidi Benford still enjoys the university's family-style work environment

Spirited: Thirty-year staff member reflects on career at Clayton State

After working at Clayton State for 30 years, long-time staff member Heidi Benford encourages all members of Laker Nation, whether it be faculty, staff, or students, to show their school pride and continue carrying on Clayton State's family environment.

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The 2023-2024 USG ELI will include one member both from Clayton State's faculty and staff.

USG ELI welcomes Clayton State faculty, staff members for 2023-2024

Dr. Dwayne Hooks and Ms. Asia Hauter will both represent Laker Nation in this year’s University System of Georgia Executive Leadership Institute.

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