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Georgia Southwestern State University, located in Americus, Ga., is a public, four-year unit of the University System of Georgia with approximately 3,500 students. Georgia Southwestern offers outstanding professional programs of study as well as degrees in the arts, humanities, sciences and graduate programs in business, computer science, education, and nursing. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southwestern is recognized as one of the best value colleges in the nation. Visit www.gsw.edu for more information.

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Georgia Southwestern State University, located in Americus, Ga., is a public, four-year unit of the University System of Georgia with approximately 3,500 students. Georgia Southwestern offers outstanding professional programs of study as well as degrees in the arts, humanities, sciences and graduate programs in business, computer science, education, and nursing. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southwestern is recognized as one of the best value colleges in the nation. Visit www.gsw.edu for more information.

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Alison Stubbs, Noah Gibbs, and Kaylee Gotthardt win second place for Best Talk in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Alison Stubbs of Mauk, Ga., Noah Gibbs of Rochelle, Ga., and Kaylee Gotthardt of Leesburg, Ga. recently won Second Place Best Talk in Room 2410 in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15

Jamesha Hollomon wins second place for Best Talk in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Jamesha Hollomon of Ellaville, Ga. recently won Second Place Best Talk in Room 2413 in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15

Nicholas Wood, Claudine Mae Rodriguez, and Conner James win first place for Best Talk in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Nicholas Wood of Americus, Ga., Claudine Mae Rodriguez of Americus, Ga. and Conner James of Ellaville, Ga. recently won First Place Best Talk in Room 2417 in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15
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Connor Mathis wins second place for Best Talk in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Connor Mathis of Albany, Ga. recently won Second Place Best Talk in Room 2417 in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15
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Maribel Brizendine wins first place for Best Poster in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Maribel Brizendine of Albany, Ga. recently won First Place Best Poster in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15
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Kaylee Hodges, Neely Austin, Paige Adams, and Rebekah Cooper win second place for Best Poster in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Kaylee Hodges of Milton, Fla., Neely Austin of Valley, Ala., Paige Adams of Leesburg, Ga., and Rebekah Cooper of Leesburg, Ga. recently won Second Place Best Poster in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15

Avondre'a Singleton recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Avondre'a "Dre'a" Singleton of Columbus, Ga. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2025 Apr 8

Noah Roberts recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Noah Roberts of Cambridge, Ontario, Canada was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2025 Mar 11
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Grace Layman wins first place for Best Talk in GSW's Undergraduate Research Symposium

Grace Layman of Ellaville, Ga. recently won First Place Best Talk in Room 2410 in Georgia Southwestern State University's (GSW) 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. Students from a variety of majors and fields shared their research projects with an oral presentation or poster presentation on Friday, April 18.
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Academic Award - 2025 May 15
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Trinity Daniels McNear recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Trinity Daniels McNear of Columbus, Ohio was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2025 Feb 25
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Amir Middleton recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Amir Middleton of McDonough, Ga. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2025 Feb 7
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Sophia Aparicio-Malacara recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Sophia Aparicio-Malacara of Americus, Ga. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2025 Feb 7
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Area residents graduate from Georgia Southwestern State University

The following area residents were among 588 students who earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from Georgia Southwestern State University during the Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremony held on Thursday, Dec. 12 in the Convocation Hall of the Student Success Center.
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Graduation - 2025 Jan 15

Area Residents Make President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Fall 2024 President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 845 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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President's List - 2025 Jan 15

Area residents make Dean's List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Fall 2024 Dean's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 845 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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Dean's List - 2025 Jan 15
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Area Residents Make Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Fall 2024 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 845 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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Honors List - 2025 Jan 15
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GSW students volunteer at Give Kids the World, create lasting memories for critically ill children

GSW students dedicated over 400 volunteer hours at Give Kids The World Village in Kissimmee, Fla. This incredible nonprofit resort provides cost-free, unforgettable vacations for critically ill children and their families. These students made a lasting impact through compassionate service, bringing smiles and joy to those who need it most.
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Volunteer - 2024 Oct 31
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Leigh Bailey recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Leigh Bailey of Moultrie, Ga. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2024 Oct 31

Frederick Wright recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Frederick Wright of Opelika, Ala. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2024 Oct 7

Over 500 incoming freshmen begin classes at Georgia Southwestern

On Wednesday, August 14, over 550 incoming freshmen began classes at Georgia Southwestern State University.
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Enrollment - 2024 Sep 24
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Alejandro Espitia recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Alejandro "Alex" Espitia of Newton, Ga. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2024 Oct 31
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Shiann Smith recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Shiann Smith of Ellavill, Ga.. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2024 Sep 24
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GSW students selected for prestigious President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has named 19 freshmen to the President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program, established to honor the legacy of GSW alumnus and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. These students are the sixth cohort to enter the program since its creation in 2019.
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Academic Award - 2024 Sep 24
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Area Residents Make Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Summer 2024 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 502 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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Honors List - 2024 Aug 21
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Area residents graduate from Georgia Southwestern State University

The following area residents were among 264 students who earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from Georgia Southwestern State University during the Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony held on Friday, May 10 in the Convocation Hall of the Student Success Center.
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Graduation - 2024 May 28

Area residents make Dean's List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Summer 2024 Dean's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 502 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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Dean's List - 2024 Aug 21

Area Residents Make President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Summer 2024 President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 502 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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President's List - 2024 Aug 21
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Deana Berger recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Deana Berger of Phenix City, Ala. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2024 May 22
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Sabryna Lay recognized as GSW Canes Spotlight

Sabryna Lay of Thomaston, Ga. was recently featured as a Canes Spotlight at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) in Americus, Ga. Canes Spotlights highlight GSW students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus.
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Who's Who - 2024 May 22
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Area Residents Make President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University

The following local residents made the Spring 2024 President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 730 students recognized for scholastic achievement.
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President's List - 2024 May 22
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