Georgia Southwestern’s largest freshman class starts classes

AMERICUS — More than 500 incoming freshmen — the largest freshman class in GSW history — began classes at Georgia Southwestern State University recently, school officials announced.

First-year students were officially welcomed to the university community at the Freshman Convocation. Each student was given a silver Presidential Challenge Coin by GSW President Neal Weaver to signify the beginning of their college journey at GSW. Upon graduation, they will receive a gold coin in its place, bestowing the silver coin to someone who made a significant impact on them during their time at the university.

Located in Americus, GSW is a public, four-year unit of the University System of Georgia with approximately 3,000 students. The university offers professional programs of study as well as degrees in the arts, humanities, sciences and graduate programs in business, computer science, education, English, and nursing. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southwestern is recognized as one of the best value colleges in the nation. Visit www.gsw.edu for more information.

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