Recognition
Top Claw Award
Have you noticed a fellow Grizzly who always seems to go above and beyond; someone who embodies the spirit of a true GGC Grizzly, giving all they have with a positive attitude? We want to know! View the most recent Top Claw recipients.
Demonstrating Excellence
Ideal candidates for the Top Claw award demonstrate excellence in the following ways:
- Consistently going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Actively contributing to the success of the College and his or her department.
- Supporting and reinforcing the values and mission of Georgia Gwinnett College.
- Exemplifying core values of: integrity, excellence, accountability and respect.

Selection Criteria
- All nominees must be a member of GGC staff or faculty.
- All monetary awards are subject to federal and state taxes.
- Employees who are currently the subject of a disciplinary action within the past six months are not eligible to receive a recognition award.
- Coordination of the Grizzly Recognition Program is the responsibility of the awards committee.
- Winner selection will be based on committee review.
Nomination and Selection Periods
- Fall Semester
- Spring Semester
Submit a Top Claw nomination, today!
Contact Human Resources at @email or 678.407.5070 for additional information.
Top Claw Recipients
Top Claw recipients go above and beyond, and embody the spirit of a true GGC Grizzly. They give all they have with a positive attitude while showcasing the college's four core values: integrity, excellence, accountability and respect.
Recipients of the Fall 2022 Top Claw Award include the following individuals:
- Katherine Azzolino, library technical assistant
- Dr. MaryBeth Chrostowsky, lecturer of anthropology
- Doug Court, assistant athletic director of operations
- Joy Davis, administrative assistant II
- Dr. Brandon Doan, associate professor of exercise science
- LaKeidra Veal Hill, senior communications specialist
- Dr. Lana McDowell, professor of criminal justice/criminology
- Dr. Pamela Smith, assistant professor of curriculum and instruction
- Chris Wragg, officer
- Dr. Xin Xu, associate professor of information technology