Meet Koyahn Smith
Student Spotlight
Meet Koyahn Smith, a theater major from Grayson, GA.
After searching for colleges that offered theater as a major, Smith came across Gordon State College and decided to apply. He officially became a Highlander in the spring of 2023.
Smith’s favorite course has been Voice and Diction with Lisa Ferguson. This was one of the courses where he didn't know what to expect but has ended up loving and learning a lot from. Acting II also helped him grow significantly, and he can't wait to use what he has learned on set.
Some highlights of his academic journey at Gordon include achieving a better GPA than he did in high school and learning valuable lessons about his career that he'll carry with him for the rest of his life. “When I was younger, I wanted to be on TV, act, and sing. I believe I've come close to achieving those childhood dreams and hope to get there one day.”
His favorite memory at Gordon is writing and producing the one-act play "Minnie." What started as an idea for a short film turned into a winning submission for the Performing Arts Guild’s competition. In turn, the group had a short timeline to both write and rehearse the play before limited performances began on April 19. It was a rewarding experience that challenged him and left him proud and grateful for the team and cast.
Throughout the year, Smith immerses himself GSC’s theatre performances and stays involved with the Guild and Baptist Collegiate Ministries (BCM). Outside of class, Smith likes to hang out with friends, watch movies, play basketball, or explore new parts of the campus. He also enjoys making music and writing songs with his friend Aubrey, who also attended Gordon.
After graduating, Smith plans on continuing his acting career. Additionally, he intends to keep writing and producing plays and short films.
To a prospective student considering Gordon, Smith would say that Gordon is worth attending. “It's very different from other schools in a good way. This is a place where you can grow, be surrounded by supportive people, and have many opportunities that other colleges may not offer.”