CLAYTON STATE NEWS
August 28, 2026
Stories
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.
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.
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 environmen...
Clayton State University, Georgia senator celebrate Constitution Day
Sen. Brian Strickland of Georgia District 17 visited Clayton State's campus to discuss the importance of the U.S. Constitution, particularly the First Amendment.
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Notables
Supporting Parenting Students with Course Completion
It wasn’t easy trying to focus on coursework while caring for two young children.
Alumni Spotlight: Michael Montgomery
Clayton State University Master of Business Administration alumnus Michael Montgomery ’17 has spent his professional career in the accounting, advertising, and events management industries in the military, private sector, and higher education arena...
Clayton State earns Tree Campus USA School distinction for seventh year
Clayton State University has for the seventh consecutive year been recognized as a tree-friendly campus by earning the 2019 Tree Campus USA School designation.