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WSB-TV
By Linda Stouffer, WSB-TV
February 13, 2023 at 5:56 pm EST
ATLANTA — A gas you can’t see, taste, or smell is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US and is found in homes right here in metro Atlanta.
Georgia State University researchers are now working to identify which north Georgia neighborhoods could be at higher risk for dangerous levels of radon gas.
WABE
‘Our Sacred World: An Opera with Dance’ offers hopeful introspection on climate change.
January 19th, 2023
As the effects of climate change command our attention in real life, the crisis has also become a subject for creative self-expression.
46 News
GSU hosts Health and Well-being Summit
May 17, 2022
ATLANTA—On Saturday, May 14th, the Prevention Research Center at Georgia State University, a CDC-funded entity that works to address the public health disparities of refugees and immigrants in Clarkston, hosted Clarkston Summit 2022.
Face 2 Face Africa
| March 15, 2022
Kwadwo Sarpong arrived in the United States from Ghana in 2009. He had won a green card to come to the U.S. and was already a first-year university student in Ghana. So, his idea was to transfer to a four-year school in the U.S. straight away. But things didn’t go as planned for the Ghanaian student.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
3 Ways to Train Leaders and Why Your Campus Should
Perimeter English professor Rob Jenkins offers tips on leadership training for administrators in this issue of The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Rob Jenkins | September 17, 2021
Jenkins is a regular contributor to The Chronicle.
The Covington News
U.S. News & World Report 2021 college ranking lists Georgia State University No. 2 in the nation both in teaching and in innovation.
The Epoch Times
By Louise Bevan
May 27, 2021
LaTonya Young’s journey from Uber driver to Georgia State University College graduate, thanks to the generosity of a rider.
Runner's World
By Heather Mayer Irvine
May 26, 2021
Pacing and positive-self talk set Perimeter College graduate Chasity Stevens-Holstick up for success.
The Covington News
By Kysa Anderson Daniels | Special to The Covington News
May 12, 2021
Chasity Holstick – a local mom, veteran and marathon runner who returned to college at age 42 – completed her first degree and fulfilled a long-held goal.
MIT News
By Raleigh McElvery | Department of Biology
May 4, 2021
Graduate student and outreach director discuss efforts by the Department of Biology’s faculty, students, and staff to engage local community college students in scientific research.
Editor’s Note: Sheena Vasquez is a Perimeter College alumna.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
By Ty Tagami May 1, 2021
Generosity of Uber passenger at crucial stage put her and donor in spotlight.
People.com
Uber Passenger Looking to Put ‘Good Out in the World’ Helps Driver Graduate Twice
Jan. 06, 2021, 12 p.m.
An Uber trip turned into a life-changing friendship for Latonya Young and Kevin Esch.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
By Bria Felicien, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
November 23, 2020
Tia Mitchell, the AJC’s Washington correspondent, fills in for Greg Bluestein, in this week’s episode of the Politically Georgia podcast. She is joined by Niles Francis @NilesGApol https://twitter.com/nilesgapol to talk about all things Georgia and national politics as well as his work, plans for the future and “election Twitter.”
The Patch (Dunwoody)
Clarkston Campus Hosts Free Corona Virus Testing Event
By Press Release Desk, News Partner
Oct. 9, 2020, 11:58 am ET
CLARKSTON, Ga.–A national organization is offering free coronavirus tests to the public on Georgia State University’s Clarkston Campus
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Suffragists Spent Decades Fighting Entrenched Southern Culture
By Tamar Hallerman, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution| Aug 21, 2020
“ … White women trying to secure the vote thought of it as “the single most important thing to achieve,” said Georgia State University historian Lauren MacIvor Thompson, summarizing the national debate. “Black women saw the vote as important to achieve, but part of a constellation of rights that needed to be achieved to make them full citizens of the republic. … ”
TIME Magazine online
By Olivia B. Waxman
August 18th, 2020, 11:10 am ET
“ … ‘The text of the original Constitution does not speak about voting [rights],” says Lauren MacIvor Thompson, a historian of early-20th century law, at Georgia State University. “Yes, there is the 15th Amendment and the 19th Amendment, but they are discussing what the states can’t do to restrict voting based on race/sex [respectively].’ …”
“ … ‘Many of them thought that gaining the right to vote would be a loss to them in terms of their power in the family and their role as the arbiters of moral and social purity,’ says Lauren MacIvor Thompson.”
The Patch (Dunwoody)
Gideon Melvin Awarded Congressional Black Caucus Scholarship At Perimeter College
Gideon Melvin, 44, is one of about 300 students in the nation to receive a CBC scholarship, which is awarded to those who demonstrate leadership.
Fox News (foxnews.com)
Uber passenger gives Georgia driver big tip so she could re-enroll in college.
By Frank Miles | Fox News Dec. 12, 2019
Dreams take more than inspiration in America; they take money, too. Luckily for Latonya Young, she serendipitously found a real-life guardian angel.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
By: Ty Tagami, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution December 11, 2019 – 9:48 PM
Action News JAX, Jacksonville, Fla., CBS©47 FOX30
Single mother, 43, returns to college, with unexpected help from stranger
The Covington News
Laurent Dittman May 31, 2019
Iconic photo of Normandy veteran, PFC Ed Regan does not convey the brutal chaos he and his cohorts experienced.
Patch (Johns Creek)
Johns Creek Students Named Star Seniors by District
By Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff May 29, 2019
Chattahoochee High School’s Vibha Murthy is the school’s first student to complete her Associate’s degree as she graduates from high school.
Clayton News-Daily.com
‘Jeopardy!’ champ James Holzhauer wins 23rd game, beats Georgia State University professor.
By Amir Vera, CNN Tue May 21, 2019
James Holzhauer continued his win streak on “Jeopardy!” Monday by winning his 23rd game — and beating a Georgia State University professor. Adam Stone, associate professor at Georgia State’s Perimeter College, has studied for years to win a spot on the popular TV trivia quiz show.
CNN
‘Jeopardy!’ champion James Holzhauer wins his 23rd game, continuing his streak.
By Amir Vera, CNN Tue May 21, 2019
After a two-week hiatus, the reigning champion finished his 23rd win with $89,229. The 34-year-old professional sports gambler from Las Vegas now has a total of $1,780,237.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
GSU professor Adam Stone faces James Holzhauer ‘Jeopardy’ buzzsaw
By Rodney Ho May 20, 2019
Normally, a “Jeopardy” player who comes in third place does not generate much media interest. But Georgia State University associate professor Adam Stone happened to face off against powerhouse player James Holzhauer.
URI Today
URI International Engineering Program alumna earns Fulbright Award
Media Contact: Neil Nachbar
Lilburn native and Perimeter College alumna earns the prestigious Fulbright Award.
Posted on April 22, 2019
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
2019 Revival: Lost Southern Voices Literary Festival.
Suzanne Van Atten April 03, 2019
Obscure books gone but not forgotten at Lost Southern Voices Festival
CW 69
WSB-TV Channel 2
Metro students fighting to break language barriers to educate communities on COVID-19.
CLARKSTON, Ga. — Public health experts and doctors have repeated the same message over and over during this pandemic: wear a mask, wash your hand and keep your distance. But often, that message is delivered in English.
WSB-TV Channel 2
GSU Perimeter Community Wind Ensemble performance on Channel 2
ATLANTA – A Virtual performance from the Georgia State University Perimeter College wind ensemble.
11 Alive
Georgia State University professor to take on ‘Jeopardy!’ champion James Holzhauer.
One of Georgia State University’s professors takes on “Jeopardy!” champion James Holzhauer in Monday’s episode of the trivia quiz show.
Adam Stone is an associate professor at Georgia State’s Perimeter College. He’s been studying for years for this moment.
“I have watched the show almost every day since 1988, and – for years – talked about appearing,” Stone told GSU. “But it was my older son who convinced me to try out.
WSB-TV Channel 2
Georgia State and Perimeter College Merger
ATLANTA – The University System of Georgia Board of Regents approved a proposal Tuesday to merge Georgia State University and Georgia Perimeter College into what would become the largest school in the state.
11 Alive
GSU professor on ‘Jeopardy!’ appearance: ‘It was one of the greatest experiences of my life!’
Monday night, Adam Stone’s dream came true.
The years of hard work paid off, as Stone made his debut on his favorite TV show, “Jeopardy!”
“It was one of the greatest experiences of my life!” Stone told 11Alive.
Stone went head-to-head with reigning “Jeopardy!” champion James Holzhauer, also known as “Jeopardy James.”
GPB Atlanta 88.5-FM
(NPR) Interview: “On Second Thought” covers a variety of aspects of the refugee experience in Georgia.
WABE-90.1 FM Interview: “City Lights with Lois Reitzes” radio interview.
WABE-90.1 FM Interview: Closer Look: Andrew Staunton, British Consul General To The Southeast
GSU Receives Grant to Study Health Disparities Within Refugee & Migrant Communities
WABE-90.1 FM Interview: Closer Look: At 16, Meet GSU Perimeter College’s Youngest 2020 Graduate
Perimeter College’s youngest spring 2020 graduate, David Gaines, visits with “Closer Look” host Rose Scott on the May 22 edition of the program. Gaines aspires to become a neurologist, a neurosurgeon and an attorney specializing in health sector law and policy.