Mountain View High alum — whose family immigrated from Ghana —becomes first-generation college graduate.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Dec 1st

Publish Date:  Nov 30th

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From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Friday, December 1st and Happy 77th Birthday to actress Bette Midler.

***12.01.23 - BIRTHDAY - BETTE MILDER***

I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Kia Mall of Georgia.

Mountain View High alum — whose family immigrated from Ghana —becomes first-generation college graduate.
GCPS Parent Mentors hosts presentation to help parents support special education students.
Piedmont Eastside Hospital Welcomes New General Surgeon

Plus, Keith Ippolito's conversation with Angie Clawson Director of Communications from the Salvation Army.

All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!

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STORY 1: Mountain View High alum — whose family immigrated from Ghana —becomes first-generation college graduate

Diana Bamfo, a Ghanaian immigrant, has overcome challenges to graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting from Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Bamfo's family moved to the U.S. when she was 12, and she worked as a grocery store cashier for a year to save money for college. Fascinated by math, she chose accounting and joined GGC in 2017. Active in campus groups like International Student Admissions and the School of Business Torch Team Ambassadors Program, she credits GGC for providing a supportive environment and plans to pursue a master's degree in accounting after gaining work experience.

STORY 2: GCPS Parent Mentors to host presentation to help parents support special education students

Gwinnett County Public Schools Parent Mentors are hosting a presentation titled "Behavior Strategies to Support Your Child" for parents of students receiving special education services. The session, scheduled for December 5, will cover identifying problematic behaviors, understanding the four primary functions of behavior, and offering tips and techniques for addressing behaviors. Parents can choose between an in-person session at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center in Suwanee or a virtual session on Zoom. The goal is to provide consistent behavior interventions and strategies across home and school environments. Parents can register for their preferred session online.

STORY 3: Piedmont Eastside Hospital Welcomes New General Surgeon

Daniel Maxwell, D.O., has joined Piedmont Eastside Hospital and Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Eastside. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, he specializes in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery, endocrine surgery, gastric surgery, colon and rectal surgery, endoscopy, and emergency general surgery. Maxwell completed his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and his residency and fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine. He has a keen interest in clinical research, quality outcomes, nutrition, and patient wellness. Maxwell welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. More information is available on the Piedmont website.

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STORY 4: My students in prison have complex pasts but are now creating new stories

The Northwestern University Prison Education Program recently celebrated the graduation of 16 incarcerated students with bachelor's degrees. The program aims to provide higher education opportunities to those in prison, fostering growth, healing, and rehabilitation. The students, who shared their complex life stories through assignments like sociological autobiographies, demonstrate the diverse backgrounds and challenges faced by individuals in the criminal justice system. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding the complexity of individuals behind bars, acknowledging their humanity, dreams, and potential for positive change. The incarcerated students participated in a full liberal arts curriculum, highlighting their academic capabilities and resilience.

STORY 5: This lawsuit has the NCAA staring down extinction. Is that a bad thing?

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is facing a potential class-action lawsuit from current and former athletes seeking $1.4 billion in damages for violating antitrust laws by restricting compensation for the use of athletes' "names, images, and likenesses" (NIL). The NCAA argues that such damages could force the curtailing of college sports programs across the country and has appealed the case. This legal battle comes amid a broader shift in policies surrounding college athletes' compensation, with increased focus on the athletes' earning rights, particularly in the context of NIL endorsements. The NCAA's longstanding amateurism model is under scrutiny as the landscape of college sports evolves.

We’ll be back in a moment

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Story 6: ANGIE CLAWSON SALVATION ARMY

And now, here is Keith Ippolito's conversation with Angie Clawson from the Salvation Army.

ANGIE CLAWSON

*Episode Resources:*
- The Salvation Army Donation Website
- Find the Amazon Wishlist Here
- Volunteer Opportunity Details
- More Details on Participation and Needed Items

Locations:

•Publix Shamrock Plaza (Decatur): 3870 N Druid Hills Rd

•Salvation Army Lawrenceville (Gwinnett): 3455 Sugarloaf Parkway

•Salvation Army Marietta (Cobb): 202 Waterman Street, SE

•Salvation Army Kroc Center (Fulton): 967 Dewey Street

Let's make a difference together in the fight against hunger!

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STORY 7: 30-year mortgage rates keep falling, move below 7.5%

The average rate on 30-year fixed mortgages decreased to 7.41%, down from 7.55% the previous week, according to Bankrate's weekly national survey. This drop may signal a prolonged decline in mortgage rates, influenced by factors such as a slowing job market and signs that the Federal Reserve's efforts to combat inflation are effective. Mortgage rates are also impacted by factors like decreased mortgage applications and lenders vying for a shrinking pool of applicants. The Federal Reserve's decision to pause interest rate hikes contributes to the shift in mortgage rates. Economists anticipate a further decrease in mortgage rates, potentially falling below 7% during the winter months.

STORY 8: Gov. Brian Kemp's chief of staff moving to Georgia Power

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's chief of staff, Trey Kilpatrick, is set to join Georgia Power as senior vice president of external affairs from January 15. Kilpatrick, who served as chief of staff since 2020, has experience working with the late U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson and an Atlanta-based investment firm. Georgia Power's CEO, Kim Greene, expressed Kilpatrick's dedication to Georgia's growth and well-being. Lauren Curry, Kemp's deputy chief of staff, will succeed Kilpatrick as chief of staff, marking the first female in this role in Georgia's history, while Brad Bohannon will become the deputy chief of staff.

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

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