Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, will serve as Georgia State University’s spring commencement speaker for the 2:00pm ceremony. Carter served as president from 1977 to 1981. He is the author of 25 books and is the founder of The Carter Center, a nonpartisan and nonprofit organization that has advanced peace and health in more than 70 nations. In 2002 President Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his international conflict resolution efforts.

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport North is a leading choice among other Atlanta Airport hotels. Their guests are sure to enjoy complimentary breakfast, a business center, fitness center, and an outdoor pool. “We are the perfect place for Georgia State University Commencement Ceremony guests to stay. The property is located within minutes of downtown Atlanta and the Georgia Dome,” explains Sherron Kines-Hodge, the Hartsfield hotel’s Director of Sales. The property also features an Airport Flight Board, displaying real time flight information in the lobby.

The Hampton Inn & Suites hotel near Atlanta Airport offers complimentary on demand 24-hour shuttle service to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and Airport MARTA, both only 1 mile away. Georgia Dome is also a MARTA stop, making MARTA the smart transportation choice for ceremony guests who don’t want to hassle with driving and parking in downtown Atlanta.