Clayton State University's College of Business

04/15/2026

📅 Save the Date: Major Talks!

Thinking about your major or exploring your options? Join us for Major Talks: Explore Majors, Know the Expectations, Discover Career Paths.

Connect with College of Business faculty, ask questions, and learn more about the programs that can shape your future.

🗓 Date: April 23
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: College of Business Building

This is a great opportunity to get clarity, explore career paths, and find the right fit for you.

We hope to see you there!

04/09/2026

We’re down to the final minutes of our Lakers Give campaign, but there’s still time to donate!

We are so close to our goal of 50 donors at the College of Business! These funds are vital for sustaining student travel, research initiatives, and faculty development. Every gift, regardless of size, helps us provide more opportunities for our students and staff.

If you haven’t had a chance to give yet, please consider helping us reach our goal today. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us shape the future.

Go Lakers!

Make a donation here--> https://www.givecampus.com/schools/ClaytonStateUniversity/lakers-give-2026

04/09/2026

It’s Day 2 of our Lakers Give celebration! This annual giving initiative is your chance to make a lasting impact on Clayton State University and the students who call it home. For 1,969 minutes, alumni, faculty, staff, retirees, students, and friends unite to give back in support of our incredible community.

✨ Challenge Alert! ✨
CSU Foundation Day Two Colleges Kickoff Challenge - $1,000 to the college that gets the most donors from 9a to 11a today!

Please help us invest in the next generation of leaders who will change the world!

Make a donation, offer a challenge gift or matching gift here-->
https://www.givecampus.com/schools/ClaytonStateUniversity/lakers-give-2026/pages/college-of-business

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us shape the future.

Go Lakers!

04/08/2026

This year’s celebrates over 50 years of excellence by running for 1,969 minutes beginning today. During this time, we want to build our Laker family with even more donors than before so we can expand our ability to positively impact the region.

The Goal for the College of Business is 50 Donors!

Your contribution, no matter the size, will support initiatives such as:
-College of Business Excellence Fund
-Center for Research on Economic Sustainability and Trends (CREST)
-Center for Social Innovation and Sustainable Entrepreneurship
-Center for Supply Chain Management
-Innovation Center
-LIFEvest Financial Literacy Program for High School Students
-and many more initiatives that help empower our students and our community!

Please reach out to your friends, family and anyone who values the difference a quality education makes. Help us invest in the next generation of leaders who will change the world!

Make a donation, offer a challenge gift or matching gift here--> https://www.givecampus.com/schools/ClaytonStateUniversity/lakers-give-2026

04/08/2026

1969. That number marks the year Clayton State University was established to educate citizens living in south metro Atlanta. Over fifty years later, Clayton State has gone on to impact the lives of thousands of individuals in Georgia, in the U.S. and from more than 35 countries around the world.

This year’s Lakers Give campaign celebrates our 50+ years of excellence by running for 1,969 minutes beginning today. During this time, we want to build our Laker family with even more donors than before so we can expand our ability to positively impact the region.

Let’s make Lakers Give 2026 our best year yet! Together, we can create a brighter future for Clayton State!

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us shape the future.

Go Lakers!

In this year's Giving Day, we here at Clayton State University invite you to give with impact! Join us in fueling our community's growth and ensuring positiv...

03/27/2026

🌟 Feature Friday: Student Spotlight 🌟

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of our Clayton State College of Business students at the 2026 Society for Advancement of Management (SAM) International Collegiate Business Skills Championship!

Competing in the open division against undergraduate and graduate teams nationwide, our standout team—Hailey Long (SAM President), Yulianny Matias Medina, and Dania Flores-Rivera—represented Clayton State with excellence.

🏆 Team Highlights:
• 3rd Place – Overall Team Championship (Open Division)
• 2nd Place – Campus Chapter Performance Program (Small Chapter Division)

🏅 Individual Honors:
• Hailey Long – 1st Place, Extemporaneous Speech
• Hailey Long – 3rd Place, Individual Grand Championship
• Hailey Long – International Outstanding Student Award (top honor, sole recipient this year)
• Yulianny Matias Medina – National Outstanding Student Award
• Dania Flores-Rivera – Regional Outstanding Student Award

Our students demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and leadership throughout the competition, building meaningful connections and representing Clayton State at the highest level.

A special thank you to Dr. Reza Kheirandish and Dr. Stacey Reynolds, whose leadership, mentorship, and dedication as advisors of the CSU SAM chapter played a critical role in preparing and supporting our students for success.

Please join us in congratulating Hailey, Yulianny, and Dania on this outstanding accomplishment. You’ve made the College of Business incredibly proud!

03/27/2026

🌟 Feature Friday: Faculty Spotlight 🌟

This week, we’re proud to highlight Dr. Carin Lightner-Laws, Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management and Director of the Center for Supply Chain Management at Clayton State University. 👏

Dr. Lightner-Laws continues to make a meaningful impact through her leadership, creating valuable opportunities for students to connect with alumni and industry professionals. From coordinating major events like the Supply Chain Symposium: Navigating Geopolitical Risk to leading hands-on learning experiences, she is deeply committed to student success.

Her student-centered approach emphasizes leadership, accountability, and real-world application—equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in today’s business environment.

Thank you, Dr. Lightner-Laws, for your dedication to excellence and for continually investing in the growth and success of our students! 💼📦

03/26/2026

Clayton State University’s College of Business is proud to partner with Georgia Cyber Academy to launch ASPIRE, a strengths-based entrepreneurship program designed for high school students on the autism spectrum.

Developed by Dr. Leon Prieto, ASPIRE empowers students to turn their interests into microbusiness ideas, culminating in a business expo where participants pitch their ideas and receive $300 in seed funding.

Launching in April 2026, this initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to social mobility and inclusive innovation.

🔗 Read more about the program here--> https://www.pressreader.com/usa/clayton-news/20260325/281676851443080

02/23/2026

Last day to apply for LaunchCSU!

This is your opportunity to build, refine, and grow your business with structured support and a strong entrepreneurial community.

📍 Location: Clayton State University Innovation Center
📝 Apply by: February 23, 2026
📩 Questions? Contact Jalen Teal at [email protected]

Ready to turn your idea into action?

👉 Click here to apply to LaunchCSU https://conta.cc/4s1OtAO

02/20/2026

Thinking about applying to LaunchCSU? Here’s how it works:

✔️ Complete a 5-minute intake form
✔️ Schedule a 15-minute interview
✔️ Selected participants join Clayton State’s first LaunchCSU cohort

LaunchCSU is a two-year entrepreneurial initiative designed to help founders move from idea to ex*****on with real support—not just theory.

Participants gain access to:
• Workshops & mentorship
• Business setup guidance
• Student consulting teams
• Potential grant funding up to $1,000

*Applications close February 23, 2026*

Apply now and launch what’s next.