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Georgia Gwinnett College

Accounting for AI

In his 14 years at Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC), Dr. Ali “AJ” Kooti, assistant professor of accounting, has emphasized connecting classroom lessons to real-world applications. Among the most significant changes he has witnessed is the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI).

“AI is out there and it’s not going away. Like most things, there are two sides to the coin,” he said. “It can be used for unethical things like cheating, but the reason I’ve infused AI into my accounting classes is to teach my students how to use it responsibly. AI can be used for a lot of good when it’s treated ethically and skeptically.”

University of Georgia
Uncertain to empowered: A UGA mentorship journey

When Lily Valdes (BS ’25) transferred to the University of Georgia and its School of Computing within the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, she was navigating more than just a new campus.

Georgia Southern University
Grant to expand rural behavioral health services

“See a gap, fill a gap.” That’s how Jeffrey Klibert, Ph.D., associate director of clinical training in Georgia Southern University’s Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), described the inspiration behind a project designed to extend behavioral health services in rural areas.

Georgia Southwestern State University
GSW ranks among South’s Top Public Universities

Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has once again earned national recognition, ranking #48 in the Top Public Universities in the South in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges list.