Grit on the Gridiron

Celebrating 10 years of pigskin pride, the Panthers wrap up one of their most exciting seasons yet.

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The Panthers have come a long way since their 41-7 win over Shorter University in the inaugural Georgia State football game Sept. 2, 2010. In this issue of the Georgia State Magazine, we remember the program’s humble beginnings and follow the team through this year’s milestone victories. You can also read how Honors College Dean Larry Berman helped a former student celebrate a milestone in his life — his wedding day. And read why President Mark P. Becker says Georgia State is leading the way in eliminating the roadblocks that low-income students often face when pursuing a degree. Read these stories and more in our digital-only winter issue. And what about you? Got a promotion? A new addition to the family? We want to hear what you’re up to! Post your good news and read about your fellow alumni here in our Class Notes. Georgia State Magazine, Winter Digital Issue As they wrap up their 10th season on the gridiron, complete with a victory over Tennessee and a third bowl game berth, the Panthers are proving that marathons are worth the journey. Take a look back at how the Georgia State football team has grown from scratch — without so much as a place of its own to practice — to being a beacon of Panther pride. Written by Jim Auchmutey (B.A. ’77) Read the Story Love and Honors When Omar Rodriguez (B.S. ’14) graduated from Georgia State, he didn’t expect his mentor, Honors College Dean Larry Berman, to take on a new role in his life five years later. But after receiving an invitation to Rodriguez’s wedding to Meredith Steinmetz (M.P.A. ’16), Berman not only accepted — he offered to officiate the ceremony for his former student and his bride-to-be. Read more about the newlywed couple's journey and how student and teacher have become like family. Read More The Fight for Educational Equality The promise of higher education is an open door of opportunity. For far too many, however, success in college means overcoming hurdles others may not have to navigate. Students from low-income families often struggle to finish school on time or at all, widening the gap between the haves and the have-nots. But not at Georgia State. Read why in President Becker's latest column. Read More Visit magazine.gsu.edu to see the rest of our stories from the winter digital issue of the Georgia State University Magazine. GSU Magazine   |  ISSUU  |  Class Notes

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