MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga., March 11 -- Georgia College & State University issued the following news release:

By Gil Pound

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unior Erin Young came to Georgia College & State University with a plan.

The Marietta, Georgia native went from an undecided major with transfer plans to an economics major who found community on a campus where there are 166 student organizations. She was going to transfer to a larger school, but friendships, the smaller campus vibe and a more personalized learning experience convinced Young to continue her story at Georgia College.

"The communal factor makes GCSU different," she said. "I can't walk from one class to another without seeing at least two of my friends. Feeling so close to the people on campus really makes ...