Page 3 - Laker Connection Fall 2012

Above: Clayton State University is the place where dreams are made real. This campus photo was captured by Clayton State alumnus Kevin Liles (‘11) who is using his B.A. in Communication & Media Studies in his career as a professional photographer. Find out more about Kevin’s story on page 31. Visit www.clayton.edu/madereal to see how Clayton State University makes dreams a reality.
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Clayton State is Dreams Made Real 3
Dreams made real is what Clayton State does, and even the biggest dreams – like walking on all seven continents, or becoming the first member of your fam- ily to go to college and then winning a national championship - are made real for our students.
Vice President for External Relations Kate Troelstra
Getting People Involved with Clayton State 9
Kate Troelstra is all about relating, getting people involved with Clayton State and building relationships.
The Office of Alumni Relations
Laker Alumni Forever 10
Clayton State students for a short time, but Laker alumni forever. Find out how the Office of Alumni Relations serves the University’s alumni.
The Office of Development
Creating Opportunities, Sharing Commitment 12
The Development Office helps both students and donors realize their dreams by matching university needs with donor passions.
The Office of Image & Communications
Who We Are 14
Meet the office behind Clayton State University’s website, advertising and marketing coordination.
The Office of University Relations
Telling the Story 16
From creating this magazine to communicating with news media, learn more about Clayton State’s public relations team.
Athletic Director Carl McAloose
A New Era, With the Same Expectations 24
Clayton State’s second Director of Athletics Carl McAloose expects continued success for the Laker athletic teams.
Departments
President’s Message .........2 Campus Update ...............18 Staff Profile.......................25
Faculty Profile ..................26 Alumni Profile ..................29 Student Profile .................27 Class Notes ......................30 Trustee Profile..................28
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