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Community Involvement

The College integrates research, instruction, and service initiatives with the needs of local communities. Whether working with young students, immigrant families, or those in need of counseling, our faculty strive to improve the quality of life in Georgia and beyond. The college also contributes to Georgia’s economic growth by giving new companies a place to work and access to state-of-the-art equipment. Many of our students are involved in community service, connecting the classroom to real world experiences. Our programs bring vitality and richness to the local community through public performances, exhibitions, lectures, symposia, and special events.

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Two Georgia State faculty members work on new Johnny Mercer documentary

news_2009_11_16_01.jpg When Turner Classic Movies decided to celebrate Georgian lyricist Johnny Mercer, they turned to jazz fan Clint Eastwood to produce a telecast on the composer’s work. Eastwood, in turn, drew on local experts – including Georgia State University faculty members Ly Bolia and Glenn Eskew.
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