Atlanta Metropolitan State College to Celebrate 50th Anniversary and 2024 Commencement Ceremony with Mayor Andre Dickens as Keynote Speaker
Atlanta, GA, April 22 – Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC) proudly announces its 50th anniversary celebration coinciding with the commencement ceremony for the class of 2024. This milestone event will take place on May 3 at AMSC’s Gymnasium honoring the academic accomplishments of AMSC’s graduating students and commemorating five decades of excellence in higher education.
Established in 1974, Atlanta Metropolitan State College has been a beacon of academic achievement, community engagement, and opportunity in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia. Over the past 50 years, AMSC has remained steadfast in its commitment to providing accessible, quality education to students from diverse backgrounds, empowering them to succeed in their academic and professional pursuits.
As part of the commemorative festivities, AMSC is proud to announce Mayor Andre Dickens of Atlanta, GA, as the distinguished commencement speaker for the class of 2024. Mayor Dickens, a champion of education and community empowerment, embodies the spirit of progress and innovation that AMSC instills in its graduates.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Atlanta Metropolitan State College alongside our graduating class of 2024,” said President Ingrid Sellers. “This milestone not only reflects our rich history and commitment to academic excellence but also our dedication to serving the Atlanta community. We are honored to have Mayor Andre Dickens join us as our commencement speaker, as his leadership and vision for a brighter future resonate deeply with our values and mission.”
The commencement ceremony promises to be a memorable event, filled with reflection, celebration, and inspiration for graduates as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. Mayor Dickens address is expected to motivate and empower the graduating class, encouraging them to continue striving for excellence and making a positive impact in their communities.
For more information about Atlanta Metropolitan State College and its 2024 commencement ceremony, please visit www.atlm.edu
About Mayor Dickens
Andre Dickens is the 61st Mayor of Atlanta. A proud native of Atlanta and a product of Atlanta Public Schools, Mayor Dickens is focused on bringing opportunity and equity to the city that he loves.
Mayor Dickens’ agenda is rooted in Moving Atlanta Forward, through improving public safety, increasing opportunities for the city’s young people, empowering neighborhoods, and investing in housing and combating homelessness, all while fostering a culture of integrity in the City. As he shared in his first State of the City address, his vision for Atlanta is:
One city with one bright future. A city of safe, healthy, connected neighborhoods with an expansive culture of equity, empowering upward mobility and full participation for all residents, embracing youth development, and an innovative, dependable government moving Atlanta forward, together.
Mayor Dickens was sworn in as Mayor in January 2022. Early accomplishments include making the City’s first-ever investment in early childhood education; the establishment of the Nightlife Division to address establishments with a history of high crime; the reestablishment of the Pothole Posse to rapidly respond to residents’ reports; and leading the successful coalition to keep Atlanta whole in opposition to a de-annexation effort.
Prior to his election as Mayor, Dickens served eight years as an at-large City Council member. He was an entrepreneur for over a decade in both the private and nonprofit sectors and a leader in Atlanta’s tech sector. Mayor Dickens is a graduate of Mays High School and holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology as well as a Master of Public Administration from Georgia State University.
Mayor Dickens enjoys spending time with his daughter, experiencing live music, attending church services, and traveling the world. He is an avid supporter of all of Atlanta’s sports teams.
For media inquiries:
Sheila Tenney, Executive Director of the AMC Foundation, Director, Institutional Advancement & External Affairs 678-623-1238 or [email protected] / www.atlm.edu