4 SPRING COMMENCEMENT MARKS GGC’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY
CHALLENGES, CHANGE INSPIRE GGC ALUM
At 63, Dorah Nsemoh wants you to know it’s never too late to find your purpose in life.
Tom Willard reflects on being an early GGC student and his legacy as an alum.
Gratia
Burundi girls
GGC continues its 20th anniversary celebration with this exciting look at what makes it a special place to learn and grow. Scan the QR code or visit www.ggc.edu/20years to watch 20 years of impact. Video production by Walker Hanley, ‘26, cinema and media arts production.
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President's Message
GGC Four Pillars Scholarship Gala: A New Tradition
What an extraordinary evening we shared at the inaugural Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) Four Pillars Scholarship Gala held in March.
I am filled with immense pride and joy as I reflect on a night that marked a defining moment in our college’s history.
Held in our stunning new Convocation Center, the gala was not only a celebration of our students and mission, but it was also a powerful symbol of what we can accomplish together. From the Clyde L. and Sandra J. Strickland Presidential Suite and Georgia Power Foundation Entry Gardens to the elegant Morgan Atrium, Kristi L. McBride Training Room and the vibrant arena floor, every detail reflected the spirit of generosity, partnership and purpose that defines Georgia Gwinnett College.
We gathered to support student scholarships and honor the many champions who have shaped GGC since its founding. The evening also served as the official unveiling of the Convocation Center, an achievement years in the making and a testament to the dedication of our state and local leaders, private donors and campus community.
Thanks to your support, this inaugural event was a resounding success, and I am excited to share that the Four Pillars Scholarship Gala will become an annual tradition.
As we celebrate GGC’s 20th anniversary this year, we do so with renewed commitment to our students, our mission and our future. With rising enrollment, expanded academic offerings and a reaffirmed accreditation, the path ahead is bright.
On behalf of our students, faculty, staff and alumni, thank you for helping us build momentum. Your generosity is changing lives and shaping a legacy of excellence for generations to come.
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ON THE COVER
A rocketry project teaches future educators how to use hands-on experiences to teach scientific principles.
With heartfelt appreciation, Dr. Jann L. Joseph President
Dr. Jann L. Joseph President
Fishing for answers with crayfish research
A Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) team has been studying an aquatic creature abundant in the South and a fixture of Southern culinary culture, yet surprisingly understudied – crayfish.
The team includes Dr. James Russell, professor of biology, Elizabeth Doss, ’25, biology and information technology, and Dylan Wolfe, ’25, environmental science, as well as Reginald Turner, ’20, biology, who studies crayfish in his master’s degree program at Georgia Southern University in Statesboro.
Crayfish – also called crawfish, crawdads and mudbugs – live in freshwater streams and lakes. Nearly 80% of the world’s crayfish live in North America, with 70 species in Georgia.
Russell said the research is vital because crayfish are an indicator species sensitive to factors such as pollution that adversely impact water quality and can tell scientists a lot about the waters they live in. The watersheds of Georgia’s Chattahoochee, Ocmulgee and Oconee rivers, separated by the Eastern Continental Divide (ECD), offer excellent research opportunities.
“Since water flows in opposite directions at the ECD, we predicted aquatic species on either side of the divide will not be related to each other,” said Russell.
The team hiked through local watersheds, trapping crayfish, taking small tissue samples and photographing the elusive creatures before releasing them back into their streams. They then analyzed DNA in the samples for differences.“The main goal is to create identification keys, including genetic identifications, and find out how connected, or not, the stream communities are,” said Russell.
Earlier this year, the team presented their research at the Association of Southeastern Biologists’ annual meeting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Russell said Doss and Wolfe will co-author at least one publication with him related to the study.
Dr. James Russell holds up an example of one of many Georgia crawfish species.
Shown during their field research into Georgia crawfish are students Elizabeth Doss and Dylan Wolfe.
CHALLENGES, CHANGE INSPIRE GGC ALUM
Dorah Nsemoh wants people to know it’s never too late to find your purpose in life. At 63, she graduated in May from Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC), earning her third degree – this one in special education.
“Can you imagine? To find my passion at such a late age, with all the hurdles accompanying it? I think it’s wonderful,” she said.
Nsemoh grew up in Nigeria and graduated from an all-girls secondary boarding school in 1979. She earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Ahmado Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria, in 1985. She then moved to London, where she earned another degree in 1987. She immigrated to the United States in 1989 to join her husband, Emmanuel Nsemoh, and started a family.
“I love challenges and change because I left my immediate family in Nigeria at an early age to be independent, and I was taught that education is the greatest achievement one can embark upon,” she said.
She and her husband had three sons – Emmanuel Jr., Sampson and Reuben – and a daughter, Nimitein. It was through taking care of Reuben after he suffered a traumatic brain injury that Nsemoh discovered she liked teaching and, in fact, had a real talent for it.
In 2023, the principal of the school where she worked connected her to Dr. Matthew Boggan, professor of special education and interim chair of the Special Education and Social Foundations Department in GGC’s School of Education (SOE). He introduced her to the night/weekend paraprofessional-to-teacher track within SOE’s special education program, and became her GGC mentor.
Nsemoh plans to seek a Ph.D. in education to “give back to children who deserve the best in the world.”
“Age must not limit you,” she said. “Stay the course because God’s grace is sufficient. ‘In the storm, there is light and victory.’”
SPRING COMMENCEMENT MARKS GGC’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY
The number two had special meaning this May as Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) held two ceremonies for its second commencement celebration held in the college’s new Convocation Center – and on its 20th anniversary.
University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue, who signed GGC into existence as Georgia’s governor on May 10, 2005, congratulated the graduates via a video greeting and noted the day’s significance in college history.
As they turned their tassels and cheered, the 850 graduates joined the ranks of more than 13,000 GGC alumni.
“Our stories are still being written. Some chapters may seem like detours, but trust the journey. Dreams don’t expire and it’s never too late to become who you are meant to be.”
~ Sumayyah Yoonahs Middle grades education Student speaker
“Moving forward, prioritize being genuinely you. Let your core values guide your decisions. Seek out endeavors that truly resonate with your inner compass. The world needs your unique perspectives, your individual talents.”
~ Nolberto Sanchez Biology Student speaker
“Graduates, this is your moment. Stand tall. Walk proud. Be humble. Lead boldly as a servant leader. And know that wherever your path may lead, you will always have a place here. We are proud of you. We are cheering you on. And we can’t wait to see what you do next.”
~ David Still Mayor of Lawrenceville Keynote speaker
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS EVENT SHOWCASES STUDENT SMALL BUSINESSES
Georgia Gwinnett College’s (GGC) School of Business (SBA) hosted its fifth Grizzly Small Business Showcase, where 10 student entrepreneurs presented displays of their businesses.
Open to all GGC students, the tradeshowstyle event provides an opportunity for participants to gain experience in presentation, marketing and promotion skills while encouraging attendees to pursue their own entrepreneurial efforts.
“This event gives GGC student entrepreneurs the opportunity to tell the stories about their small businesses, which in turn creates awareness and builds community,” said Ben Hines, SBA program engagement associate.
Manar Najjar, ’27, brought her handcrafted jewelry to the showcase. It was her first time attending such an event.
“I dedicate great effort and passion to every piece I create, and I am continuously striving to expand my designs and product range,” she said. “Customer and audience support is essential to my growth. This experience gave me valuable insights that will help me in future events.”
Kayla McKenzie, ’26, psychology, started her small business to sell handmade beaded bracelets, metal rings and waist beads. She said the opportunity to feature her products at the showcase was beneficial for promoting her business and getting the word out on campus.
“My favorite part was meeting different people on campus and seeing how many other students and I shared the same interest,” she said.
The showcase was co-sponsored by SBA’s Center for Emerging Business and Entrepreneurship and The Entrepreneur Network, a registered student organization.
Kayla McKenzie talks about her small business with classmates visiting her display at the Grizzly Small Business Showcase.
Manar Najjar talks with Daniella Pinzon about the jewelry sold by her small business.
Students presented wares such as jewelry, food and beauty products at the Grizzly Small Business Showcase.
Students view displays presented by their classmates at the Grizzly Small Business Showcase.
With excitement in the air and rockets in hand, future educators gathered on a crisp Saturday morning at Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). After hours of hands-on preparation, their creations were finally ready for launch. These education majors weren’t just building rockets – they were launching their classroom learning into real-world experience.
“This activity enables the students to develop lessons that teach about Newton’s laws, chemical reactions in the solid rocket engines and conservation of energy,” said David Bein, who teaches physics at GGC. “Students build their rockets and launch them as part of the process of understanding the concepts. They can use this experience to then teach their own students.”
As her classmates watch,
Layla Pellerano, ‘28, elementar education, uses a astrolabe to calculate a rocket’s position during rocket launches conducted at GGC.
During each launch, the students used a handmade altimeter to measure the peak elevation and angle of the rocket in flight, information needed to calculate energy used.
“It was super fun seeing how different sciences work together like the push-pull of gravity and why the rocket had to be built a certain way,” said Haley Cissel, ’27, elementary education.
Selena Trego, ’27, elementary education, has always wanted to be a teacher.
“Since I was little, I would pretend to be a teacher,” she said. “Someday, I can use what this class taught me about finding new ways to teach my students.”
So, how high did the rockets soar? Around 300 feet, according to their calculations. But for these future educators, every launch was a lesson that brought them closer to igniting a love of learning in their own future classrooms.
Physics instructor David Bein shows students how to prepare their rockets for launch as part of an integrated science course for GGC’s School of Education majors.
SEE ROCKETS IN ACTION!
Selena Trejo prepares to launch her rocket on a Saturday morning this past winter.
GGC students watch as a rocket flies about 300 feet into the air over the college’s Building 3000 parking lot. Scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/GGCRockets to watch of video of the action. Video production by Walker Hanley, ‘26, cinema and media arts production.
Haley Cissel prepares her rocket for launch.
Inaugural Four Pillars Sc over $289,500 for sc holarships
The energy was electric as more than 500 guests – including community leaders, generous donors, proud alumni and dedicated faculty and staff – gathered in Georgia Gwinnett College’s stunning new Convocation Center for a night of celebration, inspiration and giving.
The inaugural Four Pillars Scholarship Gala raised over $289,500 in scholarship funds.
Presented by the college and the GGC Foundation, the gala honored four individuals for exemplary service to the college and its students.
John D. Stephens received the GCC Visionary Award for his lifetime of giving, dedication and civic vision on behalf of the college.
The Honorable Judy Jordan Johnson received the GGC Community Champion Award for going above and beyond to support GGC in the community and region.
Jonelle Faal, ’11, business, received the GGC Alumni Association’s Alumni Legacy Award, which recognizes alumni who have achieved career distinction, demonstrated exceptional leadership and have made a significant impact on their communities, the college and future generations.
Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman was honored with the President Emeritus Medallion for his leadership and service as GGC’s charter president, 2005–2013.
Five GGC students inspired the gala audience by sharing how they persevered through challenges such as foster care and losing a parent, and how scholarships helped turn their educational dreams into realities.
After bidding on silent auction items like golf and spa packages and sports memorabilia to raise more scholarship funds, guests celebrated on the dance floor.
Mark your calendar for March 20, 2026, for the next Four Pillars Scholarship Gala. For more, visit www.ggc.edu\FourPillarsGala
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1. Dr. Jann L. Joseph, Clyde Strickland, Sandra Strickland and Kenneth W. Strickland 2. John D. Stephens, Judy Jordan Johnson, Dr. Jann L. Joseph, Jonelle Faal, Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman and Tom Willard 3. Glenn and Jean White with General 4. Jessica and Richard Rantamaki 5. Dr. Karen Jackson and Kristi McBride 6. Kelley Balkcom 7. Dr. Carlton and Patty Buchanan 8. John Pellegrino and Susie Collat with General
FOREVER GGC
Few Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) alumni have dedicated more of themselves to their alma mater than Tom Willard.
The Lawrenceville native was thrilled when he learned a four-year college was opening in his hometown, just in time for him to enroll.
“I was excited by the arrival of a four-year college in the area, something long overdue,” he said. “I felt an immediate connection to GGC and decided to pursue my education there. The opportunity to contribute to building a new institution reaffirmed that I had made the right choice.”
After earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in finance at GGC in 2011, Willard spent nearly two decades building a distinguished career as a leader in information technology project management.
“The most rewarding aspect of being a GGC student is the incredible faculty and staff who form the heart of this institution,” said Willard. “Their dedication and support are truly remarkable. If you’re looking for a place where students genuinely matter, this is your ideal environment.”
Willard’s heart never left GGC. As chair of the GGC Alumni Association Board, 2018-2025, he led the development of a 10-year strategic plan and the new GGC Alumni Association Scholarship. Willard has been a constant presence at campus events, including the inaugural Four Pillars Scholarship Gala this past February.
Willard, who earned an MBA from Purdue University Global in 2024, said he hopes to see GGC evolve into a university one day.
“I envision it becoming a place renowned for remarkable achievements – a destination where students actively choose to enroll, not simply because it’s convenient or affordable or accessible, but because of its reputation for excellence,” he said.
He cited the experience of attending GGC in its early years.
“The unique magic of GGC captured me,” he said. “I formed a bond with this institution that will remain with me for a lifetime. This journey is part of my legacy, which I hope will be remembered.”
More than 100 budding film enthusiasts and their families talked with industry experts and tested cutting-edge production equipment at GGC’s Behind the Lens event. The School of Liberal Arts and the Georgia Film Academy (GFA) co-hosted the initiative to spark student interest in the film industry. As the “Hollywood of the South,” Georgia ranks third in the nation for film production.
Ivan Zapata, ’25, cinema and media arts production (CMAP), volunteered to help operate the camera dolly. He attends GFA classes as part of the CMAP program and sees his future as a film director.
As the dolly, perched on a railroadlike track, moved forward, Zapata helped students operate the camera and offered some advice.
“Even if you have a little bit of interest, you should at least try it,” he said. “I didn’t know that I wanted to do film at first, but as soon as I took a class, I fell in love with it, and there’s not anything else I’d rather be doing.”
Her love of documentaries inspired Ashley Eastern, ’26, CMAP, to pursue a career in film.
“I didn’t expect to see all these cameras here, but it’s very impressive,” said Eastern, who will take GFA classes in the fall. After graduation, she wants to go into post-production.
High school senior Benjamin Todd attended the event to explore film as a possible career. He will attend GGC in the fall.
“I didn’t know about the different areas you can pursue in the industry,” he said. “I didn’t even know about the equipment camera angles used in film.”
Todd said he enjoyed listening to insights from film students and industry experts at event panel discussions.
“It seems like they truly enjoy what they’re doing. That really got my attention.”
At right: During the Behind the Lens event presented by GGC’s School of Liberal Arts and the Georgia Film Academy, current and prospective students and their families enjoyed hands-on experiences with various types of equipment used in the film and television industry.
BIRDS OF A FEATHER RESEARCH TOGETHER
Not all research is conducted in a lab.
For students and faculty studying the effects of urbanization on birds, it means
Harbins Park and Georgia Gwinnett College’s campus by listening to, looking for and banding birds.
“Both of these methods, listening and observing, plus capturing birds, are a way to detect biodiversity,” said Dr. Mia Malloy, associate professor of biology. “Birds are a bioindicator of environmental health, like the canary in a coal mine. This teaches students about the environment and collecting data.”
“There are certain groups of birds that don’t like urbanized areas, so their numbers decline over time,” said Maria Fernandez, instructor of biology. “On the other hand, some birds adapt and like being around people.”
The team has taught these outdoor, hands-on research methods to GGC students since 2017.
“A lot of our students are used to learning within a classroom and a building, so this class takes them out of their comfort zones and into nature,” said Fernandez. “These experiences help them become comfortable with field work. They gain confidence in themselves and in the process.”
The students learn critical thinking and to apply that knowledge in the field and when they present their scientific findings at the semester’s end.
“They learn how everything is connected. Our students learn to do scientific analysis, and some also fall in love with birds,” said Malloy.
Above: A white-throated sparrow was banded before being released.
A student photographs a cardinal held by Maria Fernandez, instructor of biology.
GGC students scan the trees early one winter morning as they watch for birds at Collins Hill Park in Lawrenceville.
Gratia Uwizeye’s journey to Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) carried her a long way, but she never forgot her roots.
Born in Tanzania, Uwizeye immigrated to the U.S. in 2006, settling in Omaha, Nebraska, where she lived until high school when her family relocated to Georgia.
Because her family is from Burundi in East Africa, Uwizeye is keenly aware of the needs of young Burundi girls. Last December, she organized a trip to Burundi to deliver some essential supplies so girls could continue attending school.
Donated by friends and family, the supplies included materials like notebooks, pens, textbooks and school uniforms, as well as personal hygiene items.
“This was our first time delivering supplies to Burundi students, and we are actively planning to continue supporting
their educational needs,” said Uwizeye. “Given the significant demand, we hope to expand and sustain this initiative.”
Uwizeye chose to major in public health at GGC because she always wanted to make a meaningful difference in the world.
She cited a particular experience in her health equity class as especially impactful.
“This course deepened my understanding of systemic health disparities affecting various communities and solidified my passion for public health,” she said. “It reinforced my commitment to addressing these inequities and finding ways to promote accessible and equitable health care solutions.”
A May 2025 graduate, Uwizeye plans to pursue a master’s degree in public health and a career promoting community health and well-being.
Delivering hope across the ocean
Gratia Uwizeye, center, is shown distributing school supplies in Burundi.
Gratia Uwizeye talks with a guest as she conducts an assessment during a recent community health fair at a church in Loganville, Georgia.
The business of etiquette
Give a firm handshake. Look people in the eye when talking to them. Keep your elbows off the table. Place your napkin on your lap.
Those are just a few of the etiquette rules students in Georgia Gwinnett College’s (GGC) School of Business (SBA) reinforced during the Merri M. Brantley Etiquette Meal, a program supported by GGC Foundation’s Merri M. Brantley Professional Preparation Fund, in honor of Brantley’s longtime support of the college.
For Eugene Carter, ’26, a business major concentrating in marketing, the experience differed from his three years serving in the United States Army.
“In the Army, we learned to eat everything, but this experience teaches you how to eat,” he said with a smile. “I enjoyed practicing my networking skills too.”
Danise Lindo, director of ceremonies and events, hopes that students gain confidence from the dinner.
“Etiquette isn’t about being stuffy – it’s about helping both you and your guests feel at ease,” she said. “It’s fluid, evolving across cultures and over time, and that’s okay. In business dining, the meal is secondary. What truly matters is how you represent yourself and your organization.”
Dr. Tyler Yu, SBA’s dean, said the experience puts students in a real-world scenario.
“Knowing how to conduct yourself at a business event is important,” he said.
For business major Sammi Tang, ’26, the meal experience was enlightening.
“These are skills I’ll take with me and use in my career,” she said.
Quick Tips
1 Wear name badges on your right side above the jacket pocket level.
2 Remember BMW (bread, meal, water), which tells you which bread plate and water glass is yours, going from left to right.
3 Pass salt and pepper together.
4 Keep cellphones off the table.
Students enjoyed a formal dining experience and instruction at the 2025 Merri M. Brantley Etiquette Meal, held in the Heritage Room in the Daniel J. Kaufman Library & Learning Center.
GRIZZLIES INCREASE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP COUNT TO 21
All six teams advanced deep into the 2024-2025 postseason
The GGC women’s tennis team ended its season with a bang by winning its ninth straight National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) national championship in a decisive 4-1 victory over top-seeded Keiser University (Florida) – its 10th national title overall.
The men’s tennis program’s streak of 10 consecutive NAIA national titles ended with a 4-2 loss to Keiser in the final match of the 2025 national tourney. The team’s unprecedented national championship run began when the Grizzlies entered its first year of postseason competition in 2014.
Meanwhile, the softball team matched its deepest postseason
run in program history with a semifinal finish at the 2025 NAIA World Series, losing to Southern Oregon University 3-0.
The baseball team also fell in its semifinal at the Avista NAIA World Series, 16-6 to Southeastern University (Florida).
Last fall, the men’s soccer team was defeated 1-0 in a hardfought, overtime match against William Carey University (Mississippi) in the second round of the NAIA men’s soccer championship tournament.
The women’s soccer squad also rose to the second round of its national NAIA tournament last fall in a 4-1 match with SCAD Savannah (Georgia).
Discover the New GGC Website
Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has launched a redesigned website focused on improving your experience. With a clean layout, easier navigation and faster access to academic programs by category, interest or career path, finding what you need is simpler than ever.
The updated design highlights GGC’s vibrant community through bold photos, student stories and social media integration – bringing campus life to your screen.
Whether you’re a future student or a returning visitor, the new site makes exploring GGC easy, engaging and student-focused.
Check it out today at www.ggc.edu!
GGC women’s tennis team members celebrate after winning the 2025 NAIA national title.
CLASS NOTES
“Since graduating in spring 2025, I’m thrilled to be continuing my journey in education. This fall, I’ll begin my master’s degree in special education and in August, I’ll officially step into my dream role as a kindergarten special education teacher. I’m beyond excited for what lies ahead and deeply thankful to Georgia Gwinnett College for laying the foundation for my success.
“Ayisha Boddie, ’25, special education
Olivia MacDonald Baglietto, ’19, history, has earned a master’s in military operations –military history and was accepted into graduate school.
Hunter Cummings and Marina Nash, both 2022 exercise science graduates, were recently married.
Blake Cherry, ’17, criminal justice/criminology, married in 2024.
Carla Garcia, ’22, business, is an executive assistant at Clayton Center, and recently began pursuing a master’s degree in accounting at Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia.
Gregory James Hill, ’17, criminal justice/ criminology, will begin a master’s program at University of Georgia this fall.
Notables
Dr. Amy Mungur, associate professor of curriculum and instruction and chair of the Secondary Education Department in the School of Education, has been selected as an inaugural Fellow in the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources Transformative Teaching Initiative.
Jessica Martinez, ’20, criminal justice/ criminology, was promoted to student success coach in GGC’s Student Success Advising Center.
Oyeyinka Oluwa, ’19, nursing, married Donald E. Mensah Sr.
Carmen Roland, ’20, psychology, is an AI training data analyst at Meta and will begin the biomedical sciences doctoral program at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, this fall.
Leola Sykes, ’24, political science, earned a master’s in human resources and employment law at Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in Phoenix.
William Redd, ’23, exercise science, opened his own gymnastics club in downtown Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Andrew Smith, ’23, political science, was promoted to a budget and policy analyst at the Georgia House of Representatives Budget & Research Office.
If you have news you would like to share with the Georgia Gwinnett College community, please email it to alumni@ggc.edu
Dr. Misael Romero-Reyes, assistant professor of chemistry, was accepted by the American Association of Colleges & Universities into its 2025 New Leadership Academy Fellows Program and to the STEM Track as a part of the University of Nevada – Las Vegas Hispanicserving Institution Resource Hub.
GGC faculty teams recently won more than $41,000 in Affordable Learning Georgia grants for developing digital materials and related research resulting in at least $320,000 annual savings for students studying education, English, geography, human anatomy and physiology, information technology and mathematics. GGC has a long record of developing low- and no-cost textbooks and other materials for students through this grant program.
Dr. Mazin Tadros, associate professor of history, recently published his book, “The Jesuits in Syria: 1625-1683.”
GGC information technology majors Krishan Bhalsod, ‘25, Niecia Say, ‘25, Anh Tang, ‘26, and Jonathan Tran, ‘25, presented research posters in the field of artificial intelligence at the 38th International FLAIRS Conference, held recently in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Scene Around GGC
1 Tron Williams, ‘27, information technology (IT), got iced by Robert Hood, ‘25, IT, when the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. held a March of Dimes fundraiser in which student donations gave them a chance to give participating members an ice bath or a shaving cream pie in the face.
2 Elias Kahaly, ‘26, history, discusses Unitarianism and Omnism during the History and Geography department’s SLAM! History Conference, where students and faculty delivered a variety of dynamic, five-minute presentations.
3 Excited seniors picked up their cap and gowns, decorated their caps and celebrated in the photo booth at the spring Senior Sendoff.
4 Kim Kien, ‘28, biology, presents her research findings on limegrass benefits during this spring’s CREATE! Symposium.
5 Student Vincent Nguyen packed 140 boxes of food for families in need as a volunteer at the Streetwise Food Pantry during GGC’s Alternative Spring Break program.
6 Graduating nursing seniors light each other’s candles during the spring nurse pinning ceremony, a treasured tradition in the nursing profession.
Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) provides access to targeted bachelor’s degrees meeting the economic development needs of the growing and rich, global community of Gwinnett County and the northeast metropolitan Atlanta region. GGC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Georgia Gwinnett College. Visit www.ggc.edu
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