Feature Friday
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Georgia State junior Emmanuel Koveos, an international student from Greece and 6-foot guard for the Panthers basketball team, is balancing his love of the game with his goal of becoming a dentist. -
Haitian native Christian Ronald Guiteau (B.S. ’26) has a passion for helping animals, people and the environment. As the Georgia State senior gets set to graduate this spring, he hopes to inspire students with similar interests to work hard to reach their goals and make a difference.
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Alexis Hart (B.I.S. ’24) used the time she spent at Georgia State University to discover new career opportunities and prepare herself for a variety of options after graduation. Now working for a local court, she’s making a difference in people’s lives while considering next steps in her professional journey.
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Master’s student Carter Tierney (B.A. ’25) hopes to translate his passion for computer science into an impactful role in big tech.
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While interning at a news station as a student at Georgia State, Leah Williams (B.A. ’24) learned being around sports made work enjoyable. Since joining the Atlanta Falcons organization, she’s been leveraging her skills, growing her network and having fun building a career.
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After deciding to major in economics and minor in computer information systems, Eriore Adeoluwa used Georgia State as a springboard — through campus involvement, classroom and internship experiences, and even study abroad — to develop the skills he’ll use to make a difference in developing economies.
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With a long-held passion for storytelling and amplifying minority voices, Jacquelin Kent (B.A. ’23) has been building a career in journalism since graduating from Georgia State. As she contemplates graduate school, she’s further honing her skills by working on a certificate in Modern Journalism at New York University.
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After growing up in a small town in Maryland, Kennedy Felton (B.A. ’20) went from working behind the scenes at major entertainment companies to reporting on lifestyle stories in the big city.
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Delores Wynne is navigating life as a first-generation college student, laying the groundwork necessary to achieve her goals while enjoying the growth that comes from being a student in a global city.
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Aspiring actress Nia Murray is sharing her love for community, Disney magic, and all things film and media around campus.
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Arianna Jones (M.S.N. ’19) is pursuing a calling she’s felt since childhood: Working as a nurse to care for and comfort children in the way she was cared for as a child with a medical condition.
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After transferring to Georgia State in search of belonging, Zohra Basmadjian found more than just a campus — she found a community that reflects the diversity and energy she values. Now, through her writing, leadership and career ambitions, she hopes to ensure every voice has the chance to be heard.
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With a drive rooted in advocacy and powered by storytelling, first-generation American Jenna Griffin is carving a career path at the intersection of politics, journalism and community engagement.
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While growing up in Atlanta, Ciara Smith (B.A. ’24) admired the Atlanta Hawks for the team’s off-the-court impact on the community. Now, she’s part of that story, working behind the scenes as a brand communications coordinator.
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An entrepreneurial spirit runs in Marco Gonzales’s family. Now a junior at GSU, he’s learning how to channel that instinct into a career in business.
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Thanks to the doors opened for him by Georgia State, accounting graduate Seth Zackery (B.B.A. ’24) says he’s thriving in his burgeoning career.
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Through Georgia State’s dual MBA and Master of Science in Data Science & Analytics graduate program, Alejandro Gorricho-Rengifo (B.B.A. ’23) has taken on a project that highlights both his passion and curiosity for innovative technology: using artificial intelligence to predict the future winner of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Zahra Pacheco credits the Georgia State community for helping her discover her passion for journalism and inspiring her to start a radio talk show.
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A first-generation American, Priscilla Dice is driven by her parents’ determination, which has shaped her academic and career goals and motivated her to work toward giving back to them.
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After changing her focus from pre-med to marketing, Bizunesh Keith discovered where her passion truly lies — at the J. Mack Robinson College of Business.
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What began as a high school business project blossomed into a lasting passion for entrepreneurship for Maddy Lawson.
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Accounting major Levys Reyes has found opportunities not only to build a foundation for his career while attending Georgia State, but also to make a difference in his community by connecting with his Hispanic heritage.
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Sparked by a strong passion for math, sophomore Mia Morris was drawn to the nuts and bolts of accounting. Since choosing the field as her major at Georgia State, she’s found a wealth of personal, academic and professional opportunities.
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Graduating from college after just two years is already quite an accomplishment, but Roua Guerrouj isn’t stopping there. From attending law school to expanding her family’s business, she’s got big plans.
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When she’s not in her marketing classes or performing as a Pantherette at Georgia State events, senior Honors student Samantha Stiller devotes her time to community service and chasing adventures across the globe.
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Whether it’s through classwork, internship opportunities or developing leadership abilities, Leslie Tornez-Cruz is staying busy, and building the skills she needs to turn her interests into her career.
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With the help of Georgia State University’s career resources, and the support of family and community, Armida Yee-Muñoz built on her academic and career experiences to land her dream role as a writer interning for the Fortune 500 company Workday.
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Karyna Perahudava (A.S. ’22, B.I.S. ’24) has parlayed the business savvy and self-starter skills she developed while earning her bachelor’s degree in media entrepreneurship at Georgia State into a successful modeling career — on the runway and behind the scenes.
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At first, like anything new, navigating college was a challenge for first-generation student Paola Siguenza-Lopez, who is now a rising senior. When she became involved on campus and started availing herself of Georgia State’s student resources, she hit her stride and began to thrive.
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From studying in South Africa to interning for Formula 1 in Miami, Devanshi Patel (B.A. ’25) used her time at Georgia State to build the knowledge and experience she’ll rely on to start her dream career in marketing.
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During her time at Georgia State, Jena Martin (B.I.S. ’25) dedicated herself to helping fellow students make the most of their college journeys. With experience as a resident assistant and Honors ambassador, she will continue helping students this summer as an intern at the University of Tennessee.
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Her early fascination with a global tech giant, and a Georgia State program that put her on the company’s radar, have led Janai Hood to the start of a promising career. After graduation, she’ll begin her new role at Google.
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Political science major Kira Slevin hopes to use her degree as a springboard to law school and an eventual career as an attorney working for positive change in the criminal justice system.
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First-year Perimeter College student Quinn Johnson sees earning a degree in marketing as the perfect start to a career that lets her express her creativity.
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Alexander Whitehead came to Georgia State for its prestigious business school, but, once here, he found so much more. He’ll graduate from the J. Mack Robinson College of Business this spring with a resume that’ll prove invaluable as he pursues a marketing career in the entertainment industry.
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With a bachelor’s degree in marketing and a minor in psychology, Varnika Kosaraju plans to use her education to launch a career in film and product marketing that helps creatives get their voices heard.
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Having moved from a small town in Georgia, Chase Crosby was excited to experience city life in downtown Atlanta and seek job opportunities when he enrolled at Georgia State. Now, those opportunities are paying off.
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Hannah Sanders has dreamed of studying psychology since high school. Now that she’s pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Georgia State, she’s hoping to expand her knowledge and gain the experience she needs — through coursework, student activities and internships — to launch a career helping others.
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Sophomore Nyla-Joy Price is gaining insight into the music industry through her courses and working to jumpstart her career.
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After graduating high school a year early, third-year Georgia State student Zaynab Badmus is set to graduate early once again — this spring, with a bachelor’s degree in geosciences — and is on her way to law school.
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After 11 years in South Africa, sophomore Kamva Notshulwana — a New Jersey native and global studies major — has returned to the U.S. to explore his American roots.
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Through Georgia State’s participation in the Georgia Film Academy, Anish Narendrakumar discovered a rewarding opportunity to build his portfolio through an internship with one of the world’s best-known brands.
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Jacey Cuffie grew up attending collegiate sporting events with her dad, who works in sports behind the scenes. Now at Georgia State, she’s following in his footsteps as an intern helping out with game-day communications in the Athletics Department.
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First-year English major Jay VuPham knows what he wants. With a concentration in creative writing, he’s working toward a long-held dream of becoming a published author and editor.
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Georgia State sophomore Sydni Thompson hopes to use her degree in marketing to uplift small businesses and lead them to success.
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What seemed like a dream at first is now a reality for Lauryn Stallworth, who has been awarded more than 45 scholarships during her time at Georgia State.
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Whether it’s on the stage or screen, Elias Harger’s passion for performing is growing as he pursues a bachelor’s degree in music.
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Through Georgia State’s partnership with the Georgia Film Academy, master’s student Skylar “Blue” Sanders (B.A. ’22) had the opportunity to work as a production assistant for the Marvel Television series “Agatha All Along.”
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After transferring from Perimeter College to Kennesaw State, soon-to-be graduate Diana Caballero found her way back to Georgia State.
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With plans to transition next year to Georgia State’s Atlanta Campus to complete a bachelor’s in film and media, Perimeter College student Caleb Floyd wants to use his degree to make connections behind the scenes and get a head start on his acting career.
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Stamps Scholar and future aerospace engineer Jalen Johnson is making the most of his scholarship opportunity and his time at Georgia State.
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After landing an internship with Student Public Interest Research Groups (PIRGs), sophomore Caleb Gustavson founded a chapter at Georgia State with plans of helping to establish other chapters across Georgia.
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Georgia State junior Alex “Axial” Smith is connecting his hospitality administration studies to his career goals in the music industry.
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After three semesters at the University of Kansas, former Panther golfer Kelly Strickland (B.B.A. ’23) discovered home is where the heart is. Her Georgia State network and connections have helped her chart a promising career.
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Sociology major Aaliyah Michael is working to turn her internship opportunities and the ease with which she connects with others into a successful marketing and public relations career.
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While taking a computer information systems course at Georgia State, David Martin uncovered his passion for technology and started laying the groundwork for a successful career.
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Senior Ashley Casasola is planning to pass on her culinary and business knowledge by nurturing the next generation of hospitality students.
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A junior biology major with a pre-med concentration, Salem Mutata eyes a career in the medical field.
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Georgia State junior Opeyemi “Yemi” Mahmood’s passion for law led to an unforgettable summer experience and a meeting with a former U.S. attorney general.
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Wrapping up her senior year at Georgia State, marketing major Payal Singh is ready to put her skills to the test.
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After surviving cancer as an infant, Liliana Ramos is earning a degree on a pre-med track as she works toward becoming a pediatric surgeon in hopes of helping children like herself.
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Through a recent research assistantship, Merriam Khan has gained practical experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning and robotics that will help her launch a career in computer science.
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As a student in Georgia State’s psychology program, Shreya Pendyala (B.S. ’24) discovered a pathway to her goal of helping others as a therapist.
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By taking advantage of all the campus resources and programs he could — including an opportunity to learn from Wall Street experts — soon-to-be senior Max Graves is ready to finish strong and put his connections to work launching his career.
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Rising junior Supriya Marwaha, a finance major in the J. Mack Robinson College of Business, shares her deep affection for Georgia State and the Honors College.
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One of four drum majors to lead Georgia State’s Panther Band, Najja “Naj” Hughey is preparing for the gig of a lifetime as a music educator.
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A health and physical education major, Mickeal Cadore (A.S. ’19) hopes to teach where he grew up and help students learn the benefits of an active lifestyle.
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After joining the Georgia State staff as the university’s social media maven, Grace Davenport (B.A. ’21, B.I.S. ’24) recently went back to school to earn a second degree, making her a Double Panther.
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After completing a master’s degree, highway engineer and project manager Muhammad Humayon (MBA 2023) is working toward a Doctor of Business Administration to help him better navigate the complexities of modern business environments.
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During his time on campus, Marlon Moore (B.A. ’24) led an organization that champions rights and inclusion for students with disabilities. He won Georgia State’s George M. Sparks Award for his advocacy.
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Cartography enthusiast Anna Jarrell, a senior majoring in geosciences, plans to use her passion for maps and sustainability to help local governments prioritize equitable and environmentally conscious development.
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Taking advantage of multiple opportunities to hone her leadership skills, senior psychology major Amiri Hutchison stepped out of her comfort zone and is now looking toward a career in pediatric therapy.
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Computer science major Yulduz Muradova, a senior international student, is pursuing the American dream. She hopes to bring what she learns at Georgia State to her native Turkmenistan.
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Biology major Noelle Zanders, who is on a mission to create a safe space for pregnant women, has been part of a number of groups while attending Georgia State.
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While building the foundation for her future career, junior Nevaeh Carter wants to pour back into the community that has poured so much into her.
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As film and media major Jackson Coppins prepares to graduate in May, he reflects on the road that led him to Georgia State with gratitude.
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Senior Skyy Corral is on a mission. A lover of nature and a dedicated steward of the environment, she’s determined to make the planet a healthier and more just place for future generations.
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With a passion for storytelling, junior Daniel Palacios is inspired to make his mark on the future of film.
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As Georgia State senior Myla Cash-Williams wraps up her undergraduate career, she’s preparing for law school and an impactful career in the legal space.
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James Wilson discovered his passion for education while pursuing a public policy degree at Georgia State. Learn why the first stop on his career path will be at the front of a classroom.
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Sophomore Victoria Bryant, an interdisciplinary studies major, examines how she became a “student of the world” fascinated by culture.
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As Ethan Paul finishes his final semester before graduating in May, he looks back on the opportunities he's had while attending Georgia State.
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JerMarkus Jacobs embarked on the opportunity of a lifetime in the summer of 2023, when he was selected for an internship at the White House.
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As Damacia Howard (B.I.S. ’23) prepares for her role this February in the Georgia State production of “Everybody,” she looks back on how her college career has prepared her for the stage and screen.
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Veteran Leo Ebanks is savoring his final semester at Georgia State before pursuing a career on stage.
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As a political science major preparing for his last semester at Georgia State, Gerod Ford is working to turn his passion into a career.
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From internships to support kicking off her career, sophomore Ayana Peterson is taking advantage of all the opportunities downtown Atlanta has to offer as she completes her marketing degree.
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Georgia State sophomore Liam Diaz-Williamson is a lover of martial arts, an advocate for religious literacy and a leader on campus.
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First-generation college student Carlos Garcia is on the cusp of earning a college degree. But he says realizing this dream isn’t just something he’s doing for himself; he’s doing it for his parents, too.
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From studying abroad to a one-week experience in the Ivy League, Nneoma Emeka (B.B.A. ’23) is grateful for every opportunity she’s found through Georgia State.
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As Benjamin Teman (B.S. ’23) prepares for medical school, he takes a look back at his journey to a degree.
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Neuroscience student Emily Smith (A.S. ’23), a recipient of the prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship, transitioned from Georgia State’s Perimeter College to the Atlanta Campus to learn more about the mind and body.
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Doing it for the “culture,” sophomore Kenny Okwaraoha is expanding his opportunities at Georgia State.
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Izzy Laurita came to Georgia State to play soccer, but she stayed for the academic resources.
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Thomas Mitchell is a second-year graduate student passionate about, and determined to work in, sports broadcast production.
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Advocacy work is on Jordan Madden’s mind as he completes his public policy degree.
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As Kylie Bick enters her final year at Georgia State, she reflects on her journey and how the university has shaped her goals.
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For Nancy Riley-James (B.A. ’23), the road to graduation wasn’t linear. After a 20-year break from school, she was excited to reach the finish line.
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Angelica Smith, a member of the inaugural class of Grady Scholars, is preparing for a career in nursing by participating in externships at Atlanta’s Level 1 trauma hospital.
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From monologue competitions to the silver screen, Imani Okwuosa shares how her role in a feature film produced on campus solidified her passion.
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Chinedu Odedo is an aspiring cardiologist pursuing a pre-med track at Georgia State and supporting his fellow students in their academic endeavors.
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Presidential Scholar and Honors College student Kat Szypulski is discovering her second home at Georgia State.
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From joining campus student organizations to studying abroad in Greece, Victoria Wilder shares how her experiences helped her discover her true potential.
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With his roots in rural south Georgia, junior Quintarius Adamson is leveraging the professional connections and opportunities that abound on Georgia State’s Atlanta Campus to launch a career in cybersecurity.
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A phone call from family friends changed everything for Naomi Garcia-Hector, inspiring a move to Atlanta and paving a pathway for her future in public policy and social advocacy.
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Kiara Williams (B.I.S. ’21) is thriving as a founding program manager for a nonprofit organization in New York.
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As Ausar Simmonds prepares for graduation, he reminisces on his time at Georgia State.
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For Makai “Kai” Cummings (B.A. ’23), his dream of becoming a recording artist is now a reality.
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Daniel Varitek (B.B.A. ‘20), the former editor-in-chief of The Signal — Georgia State’s student-run newspaper — is making waves in the Big Apple working in Strategic Programs and Operations for The New York Times.