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GSW’s HAIL Teaching Showcase brings together faculty and staff for innovative pedagogy

On April 3, 2026, Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) hosted the HAIL Teaching Showcase, a full-day event organized by HAIL (High-Impact...

GSW hosts Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, awards top student ventures

AMERICUS, Ga. (March 25, 2026) – The College of Business and Computing (COBAC) at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) recently hosted its...

GSW graduates rank #3 in earnings one year after graduation

AMERICUS, Ga. (March 19, 2026) — Graduates of Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) rank third in median earnings among institutions in the...

Georgia Southwestern students receive free laptops through USG Foundation gift

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) students now have greater access to technology thanks to a recent gift of refurbished laptop computers.

The Legacy Bibi Built

When Vivian (Bridges) Milton ’65 first enrolled at Georgia Southwestern, she had no idea she was starting a family tradition that would span three...

Ushering in a New Era of Excellence

When Dr. Michelle R. Johnston arrived in Americus in June 2024 as the 12th president of Georgia Southwestern State University, the weight of...

Apply to GSW for free during Apply to College Month in March

AMERICUS, Ga. (March 4, 2026) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is waiving its undergraduate application fee throughout the month of...

GSW Freshman Wins Gold at 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games

AMERICUS, Ga. (Feb. 19, 2026) — As athletes from around the world compete on the global stage at this year’s Winter Games, one member of Georgia...

Rutha Harris to deliver keynote address at GSW’s 46th Annual MLK Convocation

AMERICUS, Ga. (Feb. 18, 2026) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) will host its 46th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation on...

GSW accounting students offer free tax preparation through VITA program in partnership with Sumter County Extension Service

AMERICUS, Ga. (Feb. 11, 2026) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) accounting students, in partnership with the Sumter County Extension...

GSW announces 27 students chosen for prestigious Marshals program

AMERICUS, Ga. (Feb. 10, 2026) – Twenty-seven students have been selected to one of Georgia Southwestern State University’s most prestigious and...

GSW honors Outstanding Alumni at Gold Force Gala, raises funds for student success and scholarships

AMERICUS, Ga. (Feb. 2, 2026) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) and the GSW Alumni Association hosted its fourth annual Gold Force Gala...

A Legacy of Leadership: Boone Prince’s Impact at Georgia Southwestern

Recent Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) graduate Boone Prince of Cairo leaves behind a legacy of leadership, service and academic...

GSW IT seniors excel in certification exams, highlighting career-ready skills

AMERICUS, GA (Dec. 11, 2026) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) continues to raise the bar in technology education with a major success...

Three GSW commuter students each awarded $1,000 gas cards through essay contest

AMERICUS, Ga. (Dec. 8, 2025) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) commuter students Philip Eisel-Elder of Decatur, Jayden Holloway of...

Dr. Lettie Watford named interim dean of GSW’s College of Education

AMERICUS, Ga. (Nov. 25, 2025) — Professor Emerita Lettie Watford (’82), Ph.D., has been appointed interim dean of the College of Education at...

Georgia Southwestern announces 2026 Outstanding Alumni Award recipients

AMERICUS , Ga. (Nov. 25, 2025) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has announced its outstanding alumni recognized for their professional...

Georgia Southwestern sets historic enrollment record surpassing 4,000 students for the first time

AMERICUS, GA (Nov. 21, 2025) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has reached a major milestone this fall, surpassing 4,000 students for...

GSW’s online master’s in computer science ranked #1 most affordable in the nation

AMERICUS, Ga. (Nov. 11, 2025) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has been ranked the #1 Most Affordable Online Master’s in Computer...

GSW waives application fee and test scores during Apply to College Month in November

AMERICUS, Ga. (Nov. 6, 2025) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is waiving its undergraduate application fee throughout the month of...

Rachel Abbott named Georgia Southwestern provost and vice president of Academic Affairs

AMERICUS, Ga. (Nov. 4, 2025) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has announced the appointment of Rachel Abbott, Ph.D., as provost and...

GSW celebrates ribbon cutting and grand opening for newly renovated James Earl Carter Library

AMERICUS, Ga. (Oct. 30, 2025) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) celebrated a major milestone on Friday, October 17, with a ribbon...

GSW’s Empty Bowls 12th annual event set for Nov. 8, helping to eliminate hunger locally

AMERICUS, Ga. (Oct. 29, 2025) — Faculty and students in the Department of Visual Arts at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW), along with...

GSW’s TEDx event unites campus and community under “Small Town, Big Vision” theme

AMERICUS, Ga. (Oct. 28, 2025) – Nearly 100 TEDx enthusiasts gathered for Georgia Southwestern State University’s (GSW) third annual...

GSW to hold Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for newly renovated James Earl Carter Library

AMERICUS, Ga. (Oct. 10, 2025) – Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is set to reopen the newly renovated James Earl Carter Library on...

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