The old adage, bigger is always better, isn't true for incoming first-year student Erin Hilburn. The self-published author knew what she was looking for when she applied for colleges. "Georgia College won my heart with its endearing personality and intimate setting. I was excited to live and learn in a tightly-knit community with small, intellectual classes instead of cavernous lecture halls and a sweet, compact campus instead of a sprawling mass of impassive buildings." Georgia College's...

To see her now leading campus tours and serving as a leadership facilitator, you’d never guess rising junior Maya Whipple had a shy bone in her body.   With her bubbly personality and creative nature, she thrives working with others.  “Coming to college, I really wanted to explore a different side of myself. I wanted to become more outgoing, adventurous and open to trying new things,” said Whipple. “So I just decided to get involved with a lot of things that could help me...

Raasha Gutierrez From: Johns Creek, Georgia Major/minor: Art major, psychology minor Why that major? I struggle a lot in the traditional classroom. Art was always something I was good at. I wanted a broad education that offered a wholistic approach. By getting a BA instead of a BFA, I’ve been able to work in multiple art mediums, instead of just one, while also being able to take psych courses. It was the perfect fit, because I discovered my love for ceramics along the way. Study...