Alumni

 by Margaret SchellFor as long as Denechia “Neesha” Powell-Ingabire (’22) can remember, she wanted to write a book—one that would spark social change. As a movement journalist, essayist and community and cultural organizer, she writes about environmental, gender, racial and reproductive justice. “I've had my eye on Georgia College & State University’s MFA in Creative Writing program for more than a decade,” Powell-Ingabire said. “So, I enrolled.” The MFA Creative Writing program seemed...

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 Kristen SimpsonDiva Morgan Hicks (’06), Mandy Fingerhut (’07), Meredith Colbert Bach (’07) and Jennifer Gilliam (’12) have more in common than an alma mater. Each one of them shares a dedication to volunteerism, passion for purpose and, despite their varied backgrounds, an employer. All four have roles within CURE Childhood Cancer, a nonprofit based in Atlanta that funds targeted research while supporting patients and addressing the most critical needs of their families.With Hicks,...

By: Margaret SchellGeorgia College & State University congratulates Adam Hammond (’08), Michele Howard (’09), and Dr. Joy King (’09, ’15, ’17), for earning a spot in Georgia Trend Magazine’s 2024 '40 Under 40.' The three Georgia College alumni were recognized in the magazine’s September issue for their achievements and service to others in their workplace and community.Hammond’s extensive experience working in television broadcasting extends to large markets like Denver, Memphis and...