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GGC graduate Gaby Sifuentes posing in front of the library
May 6, 2026

“Sometimes strength is quiet”: Georgia Gwinnett College psychology grad overcomes affliction, tragedy to walk tall across graduation stage

In a world where everyone is striving to win the race, Gaby Sifuentes began life two steps back from the starting line. She was born with spina bifida...
Kyla Thorpe, Keyvaun Herring and Lorena Salazar unveil their AI driven "Study Buddy" app
May 5, 2026

Georgia Gwinnett College students create AI-powered study buddy app

You’ve got your textbook, your notes and a study group, but sometimes, a little extra help can make all the difference. For three Georgia Gwinnett...
Shakira Jean-Jules
May 4, 2026

Best laid plans: Member of Pandemic Generation discovers new path at Georgia Gwinnett College

Anyone with a degree of ambition knows that life can throw a monkey wrench into your best-laid plans, but those who came of age during the COVID-19...
GGC graduate Kyla Mesa
Apr 29, 2026

Full circle: Georgia Gwinnett College senior hired in PICU that treated her sister

Being a nurse is a family tradition for Kyla Mesa. This May, the Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) senior will graduate with her bachelor’s degree in...
Sonny Perdue, Donald K. Balfour II, Jann L. Joseph posing in from of the newly named Donald K. Balfour II Health and Sciences Building
Apr 28, 2026

Georgia Gwinnett College names building to honor Donald K. Balfour II

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has officially named the Allied Health and Sciences building as the Donald K. Balfour II Health & Sciences Building...
GGC graduate Coréon Johnson
Apr 28, 2026

Exceeding expectations

For Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) student Coréon Johnson, the plan after high school seemed simple: go straight into the workforce. Instead, that...
Five students and two faculty advisors pose in front of a sign that says DECA.
Apr 28, 2026

GGC Collegiate DECA awarded at Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) Collegiate DECA earned a silver medal in entrepreneurship operations during its first appearance at the Collegiate DECA...
Dr. Michael Chen
Apr 27, 2026

Chen named dean of Georgia Gwinnett College’s School of Liberal Arts

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has appointed Dr. Michael Chen as dean of its School of Liberal Arts, effective July 1, 2026, announced Dr. Chavonda...
Seniors posing with fake mustaches in photobooth
Apr 23, 2026

Georgia Gwinnett College celebrates its seniors

The excitement is building for Commencement. For more than 800 Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) seniors, the anticipation of graduation on May 15 grows...
A group of students on the GGC Speech and Debate Team
Apr 23, 2026

GGC Speech and Debate team competes in annual Regents Cup

Georgia Gwinnett College’s (GGC) Speech and Debate team competed in the Annual Regents Cup Speech and Debate Tournament, April 14-15, 2026, hosted by...
Zulaykha Lemus-Vazquez spots Laura Taylor as they work out during the Free Fitness Program
Apr 20, 2026

Free fitness program builds confidence, community and career skills

When Zulaykha Lemus-Vasquez arrives for her sessions each week, she’s not just leading exercises — she’s guiding someone toward a healthier life. A...
A student smiling with a campus building in the background.
Apr 13, 2026

From campus to the Capitol

The walk from parking to the Georgia State Capitol building in Atlanta is just under a mile. For Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) junior Zoreida Reyes...
Marco Salina assists with watering plants at the Microfarm at Georgia Gwinnett College. The Microfarm is one of the sites for GGC's Earth Week activities. Photo Daniel Melograna/GGC.
Apr 13, 2026

Georgia Gwinnett College to celebrate Earth Week April 20-24

We all call Earth home, so it’s only fitting to dedicate a week to celebrating and protecting it. Earth Week returns April 20–24 and Georgia Gwinnett...
A group of students holding their awards won at the America's Innovate IT Collegiate Conference.
Apr 10, 2026

GGC ITEC students awarded at America’s Innovate IT Collegiate Conference

Georgia Gwinnett College information technology students earned national awards at the America’s Innovate IT Collegiate Conference, held March 26–28...
Kelley Balkcom, metro north region executive at Georgia Power Company
Apr 7, 2026

Georgia Gwinnett College names Balkcom keynote speaker for Spring commencement

The energy won’t be measured in kilowatts, but enthusiasm when Kelley Balkcom, the metro north region executive at Georgia Power Company, delivers the...
Dr. Benjamin W. Akins
Mar 31, 2026

Tax Season twist: what happens if you get audited?

You’ve filed your taxes, paid what you owe – or you’re waiting for that refund to hit your bank account. Some time down the road, a letter arrives...

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