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by Margaret SchellGeorgia College & State University had a few alma maters over the years; however, Ruth Sandiford Garrard ('65) brought the most recent one to life with music. The university’s alma mater’s lyrics were written by Margaret Meaders (’26). Music was added later, thanks to a class assignment for composing alma mater music. Garrard was in that class. She took up the challenge, hoping to provide many generations with a song they could cherish for years to come. In 1965,...

by Cindy O'DonnellIt’s the time of year for cheer and plenty. But for some, it can be a time of bare shelves and empty plates. College students are not immune to experiencing food insecurity.According to the Healthy Minds survey conducted last spring, 22% of Georgia College & State University students experienced some degree of food insecurity in the past 12 months, said Amy Whatley, director of Student Care and Outreach. That's reflective of the national average reported in a 2024...