
ABOUT US
Dr. Candace Kemp, Professor of Gerontology, is an Associate Editor of the Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences.
Dr. Jennifer Craft Morgan, Associate Professor of Gerontology, was President of the Southern Gerontological Society from 2018-2019.
Dr. Chivon Mingo, Associate Professor of Gerontology, is an alumna of Georgia State University.
Dr. Burgess, Dr. Mingo, Dr. Kemp and Dr. Morgan are Fellows of the Gerontological Society of America.
Dr. Antonius Skipper, Assistant Professor of Gerontology, is an alumnus of the Gerontology program.
Director Welcome

Thank you for your interest in the Gerontology Institute. When I’m asked what makes us unique, I always say that we have a open, friendly and inclusive culture. I think this the foundation of our continued success. Our faculty and staff enjoy working with each other and we are so grateful for the many students that have joined the Gerontology family at Georgia State. Our tagline, is Leading the Way in an Aging Society. We do this in lots of ways.
First, we have a faculty and student body that is very engaged in research. Second, we offer signature experiences to our students that help them gain skills and access networks that support their ultimate transition from college to career. Third, we have a deep interest in people and communities that drives our attention to diversity, equity and inclusion across research, learning and in service of older adults and their care partners. Our many community partners inform our research agendas, enrich our classrooms and extend our reach.
Finally, our alumni remain a part of the Gerontology at Georgia State family. We have long-lasting and important connections to these alumni who are embedded throughout the aging network and are happy to support our students and our mission. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Gerontology at Georgia State family as an affiliate faculty, student, community partner or as a friend, please reach out. We look forward to hearing from you.
Jennifer Morgan
Director of Gerontology Institute
Who is Affiliated with the Gerontology Institute?
Affiliate faculty members make important contributions to The Gerontology Institute’s teaching, research, practice and service activities. Drawn from a wide variety of disciplines, they are a diverse group of scholars. Their interest in the study of aging is a commonality. The many affiliate faculty members participate in interdisciplinary research teams, teach classes cross-listed with Gerontology, mentor our master’s-level students and share in the governance of the institute. If you are a Georgia State faculty member who is interested in becoming affiliated with the Gerontology Institute, read our affiliate invitation or contact Dr. Jennifer Craft Morgan.
Professional Associations
The Gerontology Institute’s staff and students are involved with the following professional organizations dedicated to the field of aging.
asaging.org
The site of this national membership association of professionals from many disciplines in the field of aging contains information about the association's resources, publications and more. There is a job bulletin board.
geron.org
The site of this national membership association of professionals from all disciplines in aging contains information about the society's mission, history, publications and programs. It maintains AgeWork, an online job bulletin board.
aghe.org
AGHE is a national membership association of colleges and universities and other organizations interested in gerontological education and research. The site provides information about careers in aging, fellowship and scholarship opportunities and the association's programs and services, including a national database and a Directory of Educational Programs in Gerontology and Geriatrics.
ncoa.org
The site of this national association of organizations and professionals in aging contains information about the association's programs, services and advocacy endeavors.
southerngerontologicalsociety.org
The Southern Gerontological Society is a network of the South's most respected gerontology professionals. Southern Gerontological Society (SGS) members are educators, aging network personnel, researchers, health professionals and policymakers. SGS provides the bridge between research and practice, translating and applying knowledge in the field of aging. - See more
georgiagerontologysociety.org
The GGS was founded as a membership organization of people with a common interest in the field of aging. This site includes information and resource exchange, annual meetings and conferences, advocacy for public and social policy development.
Contact Us
The Gerontology Institute
Office Hours (Available Remotely):
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Office Hours (In Person):
Thursdays
12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
And by Appointment
Office/Delivery Address
25 Park Place, 17th Floor,
Atlanta, GA 30303