Georgia Southern graduate ready to lead dual-language learners
Kyndal Harp has been running to her school desk every day since the first day of kindergarten. But it wasn’t because she was late, nor was she trying to beat the bell; she just couldn’t wait to start learning.
First-generation graduate Jazmine Jenkins’ fierce focus helps her soar to degree in nuclear medicine
Jenkins’ endurance paid off this spring as she crossed the commencement stage to earn her bachelor’s in radiologic sciences with a concentration in nuclear medicine.
Resilient and Ready: Georgia Southern graduate Ava Geyer’s mission for moms
Ava Geyer has held many roles while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in exercise science at Georgia Southern University, but the most important one is mom.
‘No regrets’: Shaheim Johnson makes family history as first-generation graduate
Student Government Association President Shaheim Johnson is reaching a significant milestone this May by becoming the first in his family to graduate from college.
Georgia Southern University Graduate: A Journey of self-discovery
Shaped by the resilient spirit of her Gullah Geechee heritage in Harris Neck, Georgia, Kay’La Brennon’s path at Georgia Southern University has been one of self-discovery. Her first semester as an undeclared major revealed her true calling: public health.
Georgia Southern graduate bound for Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Hard work and a willingness to embrace new experiences at Georgia Southern University have paved the way to Harvard University for Spring 2025 Commencement graduate Eric Njoroge. This fall, he will begin his studies at Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston, an achievement he credits to his transformative undergraduate experience.
Survivor, scientist, conservationist: Resilience and research fuel Double Eagle
If you’d asked Kristin Bailey what she expected her college experience to include, wolves, zombies and cancer wouldn’t have made the list. But Bailey, a spring 2025 graduate from the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, was surprised to find her academic journey included those three things, and more.
A gift to herself: Nursing graduate finishes degree in celebration of turning 40
Heather Yuill’s completion of her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is not only a milestone in her academic career, it’s a 40th birthday gift to herself.
Yuill’s spring 2025 graduation from Georgia Southern University is an investment in her future and the completion of a journey that began nearly two decades ago.
Navy veteran turned Georgia Southern graduate ready to serve at Statesboro school
Rico Forney doesn’t have a traditional teaching background. But he sure has a lot of experience. The 33-year-old Navy veteran completed three deployments throughout his 10 years in the service. This May, he’ll graduate with a bachelor’s in elementary education from Georgia Southern University’s College of Education.