Georgia Southwestern State University

GSW's chapter of Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE) held an induction ceremony on Tuesday, March 8. Eight undergraduate and graduate students were officially inducted into the prestigious honor society for computing and information disciplines.

GSW's chapter for Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) held an induction ceremony followed by a reception honoring new members on Tuesday, April 12. Eleven students were officially inducted into the prestigious business honor society.

Banks Davis of Cordele, 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.

Sabrina Hagler of Leesburg, 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.

The following local residents made the Fall 2021 Dean's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 606 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

The following local residents made the Fall 2021 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 606 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

The following local residents made the Fall 2021 President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 606 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

Tthe Albany Museum of Art recently held their 7th annual essay contest, "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words." All three honorable mentions in the college division were GSW students: Braylea Phillips of Albany, Rachel Gilmer of Leesburg, and Maggie Cox of Albany.

The following area residents were among nearly 500 students who earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from Georgia Southwestern State University during the Fall 2021 Commencement Ceremony held on Friday, December 17 in the Convocation Hall of the Student Success Center.

GSW student Alexis Conley of Leesburg recently placed third in the college division in the Albany Museum of Art's 7th annual essay contest, "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words." Her essay was inspired by Cedric Smith's "Jockey Cigars."

GSW student Tasmyn McCauley recently placed first in the college division in the Albany Museum of Art's 7th annual essay contest, "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words." Tasmyn's essay, "Sharp Edges," was inspired by a 1657 oil on oak panel painting by Dutch artist Pieter Claesz titled "Still Life."

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has named twenty 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 from Georgia, Alabama and Florida are the third group to enter the program since its creation in 2019.

On August 18, almost 400 incoming freshmen began classes at Georgia Southwestern State University.

The following local residents made the Summer 2021 President's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 437 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

The following local residents made the Summer 2021 Academic Achievement List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 437 students recognized for scholastic achievement.

The following local residents made the Summer 2021 Dean's List at Georgia Southwestern State University and were among 437students recognized for scholastic achievement.

Ian Wynn, a senior from Plains, Ga., was named GSW's 2021 Outstanding Scholar, the university's highest academic honor.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Cindy Brundle of Buford, GA recieved the Calmer of Storms Award for the Office of Recreation and Wellness at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Kianna Atkinson of Fairburn, GA was named New Cane on the Block at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Jamey Fowler of Camilla, GA recieved the Enagaged Award at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Taylor Norris of Americus, GA recieved the Excel Award for the Office of Recreation and Wellness at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Cyrus Johnson of Ocilla, GA recieved the Rainbow Award at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Himani Ahir of Navsari, India was named Droplet of the Year at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

GSW's chapter for Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) held an induction ceremony followed by a reception honoring new members on Tuesday, April 27. Twenty-four students were officially inducted into BGS.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Chandler Posey of Warwick was recognized with the Distinguished Organization Officer Award at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Neha Budhathoki of Nepal was named Driplet of the Year at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) students Makayla Graham of Atlanta, GA and Brandon Blue of Shiloh, GA were recognized for their work as Thunder Camp student directors at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Lisa Stoddard of South Jordan, UT was named the Outstanding Graduate Student in Nursing at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Beau Millwood of Hoschton was named the Outstanding Graduate in Nursing at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) student Jaleah Storr of McDonough was named Outstanding Athlete of the Year at GSW's 2021 Student Recognition Ceremony on April 22 in the Storm Dome.