CLAYTON STATE NEWS
October 13, 2026
Stories
Nicole Essien and the Laker STEM Sisters Encourage Exploring Careers, Networking, and Friendship on Campus
Nicole Essien, the Laker STEM Sisters president and a junior biology major at Clayton State University, joined STEM Sisters through friends in the club and sees the organization as a great way to promote STEM careers, build connections, and get involved...
The Laker Lead Cohort Kicks Off a Six-Session Program Taking Place Throughout the Academic Year
Intentionally aligned with Clayton State's Strategic Plan, Laker Lead develops emerging leaders by strengthening leadership skills, professional growth, and campus engagement, including a deeper understanding of the university's mission, culture,...
Clayton State University Dean of College of Health Inducted into the National Academies of Practice Class of 2026
The National Academies of Practice (NAP) announced the election of Dr. J. Dwayne Hooks Jr., PhD, Dean of the College of Health at Clayton State University as a Distinguished Fellow in the Nursing Academy.
Students from the First Cohort of The College of Business Program Launch CSU Share Insights They Gained and Business Progress Made
Launch CSU is a two-year initiative from Clayton State University’s College of Business designed to engage a cohort of entrepreneurs through a structured program experience that includes interactive workshops, one-on-one mentorship, and hands-on...
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Notables
Professor Dr. Eric Bridges Discusses the History of Black Greek Organizations and the Importance of the Step Show in Their Culture
According to Dr. Eric Bridges, professor of Psychology and Director of the Honors Program at Clayton State University, “To understand the culture of the Step Show, you have to understand the origins and history of stepping in the black fraternities...
Dakarai Haughton, an Admissions Counselor at Clayton State, Makes Personal Connections with Parents and Students on Campus Tours
Dakarai Haughton transferred to Clayton State University in 2012 and graduated in the fall of 2015 with a degree in Communications, with a concentration in Media Studies.
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.