Students, staff, and faculty soar together to reach academic excellence and thrive in their careers at MGA.
Finding Greatness: Andrea del Ma Borrero Cortes
Andrea del Ma Borrero Cortes is a senior nursing student balancing rigorous academic work with part-time jobs as a pharmacy courier and a server. Her goal is to become a certified nurse midwife.
Finding Greatness: Ellie Johnson
A right-side pin (RS) for the Knights volleyball team, Ellison “Ellie” Johnson holds MGA records for number of kills, assists, and points. She’s also a standout in the classroom, majoring in education with plans to earn a master’s degree and eventually return to her high school alma mater as a teacher and coach.
Finding Greatness: Samarion Perkins
A psychology major and member of the prestigious President’s Torch Society, Samarion Perkins is using his time at MGA to prepare for a career dedicated to helping young people reach their full potential.
Finding Greatness: Lauren Faulkner
For Lauren Faulkner, words are more than a passion. Now serving as editor-in-chief of Middle Georgia State University’s literary magazine, this Macon native, Army veteran, and full-time graduate student is using her talents to shape stories, strengthen her craft, and define her professional calling.
Finding Greatness: Donovan Poole
Donovan Poole, a senior psychology major, is a peer mentor, student assistant for MGA’s Center for Career & Leadership Development, and an RA for Anderson Hall on the Cochran Campus. His goals include becoming a sports psychologist.
Finding Greatness: Cashun Barr
Cash Barr is a name you won't forget, and an MGA student you won't either. Cashun “Cash” Barr, a senior, is preparing for a career as a commercial airline pilot while making his mark as a campus leader.
Finding Greatness: Caley Chun
Driven by her goal to become a pediatric dentist, senior biology major Caley Chun has embraced every opportunity to grow and lead at Middle Georgia State University.
Finding Greatness: Matthew Swanson
A senior flight major, Matthew Swanson is president of MGA’s Student Government Association. His goals include becoming a flight instructor at MGA and, eventually, a Delta Air Lines pilot.
