Clayton State University

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

CSU earns high rankings for social mobility, student experience
Clayton State University recently received impressive rankings from both U.S. News & World Report as well as the Wall Street Journal.
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Clayton State University student stars in new Atlanta-based film
CSU Film Production freshman Antwar Walker stars in Coke Daniels’ “The Waterboyz,” which will premiere at the Lumiere Music Hall in Beverly Hills, California, on Friday, September 13.
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College of Arts and Sciences celebrates 2024 faculty awards
The College kicked off the Fall 2024 semester by recognizing the achievements of its professors in scholarship, service, teaching, and diversity leadership, with Interim Dean Dr. Dwayne Hooks announcing the winners of various university and college awards.
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