CLAYTON STATE NEWS
January 21, 2026
Stories
This Is It! founder talks faith, business success to Clayton State University students
Shelley “Butch” Anthony III, founder of the longtime Atlanta southern-style restaurant franchise This Is It! BBQ & Seafood, shared his story of faith, business acumen and success to inspire students at Clayton State University.
Clayton State earns rankings for online business, nursing programs in U.S. News and World Report list
Clayton State University begins the new year being recognized for its online master’s programs in nursing and business in the “U.S. News 2020 Best Online Programs” rankings by U.S. News and World Report.
MBA program earns spot among top 15 best online degrees in Georgia
Clayton State University has been ranked no.11 on the "15 Best Georgia Online MBA" degree programs list, according to business school resource site MBACentral.org.
Students learn the importance of fostering relationships during Clayton State Day at the Capitol
Relationship building is an essential tool for being a great public servant and creating policy, Georgia legislators told Clayton State students during this year’s Day at the Capitol on Jan. 14.
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Clayton State earns high marks for online nursing, MBA programs by U.S. News & World Report
Clayton State University has been named one of the top universities in the nation for its online degree programs in nursing and business.
Alumni Spotlight: Gantt Thomas
Some students enter college knowing exactly what career path they plan to take.
Clayton State named Tree Campus USA School for fifth year
For the fifth year in a row, Clayton State University has been designated a 2017 Tree Campus USA School.