Alma Mater
As an expression of school pride, the alma mater is traditionally recited or performed during commencements & convocation ceremonies.
Original Alma Mater
Here we pause,But for a moment,By these pines and lakes;Then we move onTo look on different dreams.Yet the lives that here we touchMay ever cause us to look backOn this time, this place, as the beginningOf a new day.We will look back,We will look backOne this time, this place.As the beginningOf a new day.
Former music performance major Angie Plate singing the new alma mater in 2013
New Alma Mater: "Walking in Love and Strength"
Walking through your majestic pines,We embrace your simple splendor,Our hearts and spirits full of hope,Our minds wide open and ready.O our dear alma mater,You give us love and strength.Walking by your beautiful lake,We find a new communityOf people from all nationsAll joined as one in learning.O our dear alma mater,You give us love and strength.
Walking proudly among our peers,We wear your colors true.Now shaped and prepared by Clayton State,We are ready for our future.O our dear alma mater,You give us love and strength.
Walking through our unfolding lives,We take you on the path,Knowing that the years will change usAnd your standard will remain.O our dear alma mater,You give us love and strength.
Words by Dr. Brigitte ByrdMusic by Dr. Richard Bell2013