Canes Spotlights highlight Georgia Southwestern students who hold leadership roles, are involved in extracurricular activities and excel academically on campus. Canes Spotlights are nominated by faculty and staff.
Colby Hernandez
Communication and Emerging Media
"While I’ve lived all over southwest Georgia, this area has always felt like home. When it came to it, home is what made me stay. GSW allowed me to get an excellent college education while I stayed at home to save some money."
"When looking for schools, I was focusing on finding places that were smaller and more community orientated. The second I stepped on GSW’s campus, I immediately got hit with that sense of community and knew it was the place for me."
"When I was looking for schools to play baseball at, GSW was my first option. When I came to visit, I fell in love with the school and the competitive environment here. GSW was the first school that was super serious about me. I had a lot of respect for that, so I have given my all to be everything this place thought I could be."
"I’m from a super small town close to Americus, so I’ve always appreciated the feeling of a close-knit community. I knew I wanted to have a similar experience in college, and GSW always seemed like the right choice."
"I chose GSW because I wanted to experience college away from home. I loved the atmosphere of campus life and the fact that class sizes were small, which meant that I could connect better with my professors."
"The relationships built, the opportunities afforded, and the hands-on experiences at GSW have not only made the journey worthwhile, but they have also equipped me with the knowledge and skills I need to succeed."
