First-Gen Student to Marketing Pro: Andrea’s Journey at Georgia State

Born and raised in Atlanta, Andrea Magana (B.A. 2022) found her purpose at Georgia State University. As a first-generation college student, Andrea took advantage of every opportunity, from joining the WomenLead program to building her personal brand. Those experiences gave her the tools and confidence to launch a meaningful career in social media marketing. Today, Andrea works on the social media team at Truist, leading enterprise campaigns and managing major sports partnerships. Her advice to future Panthers? “Be proactive. Build your brand. And never be afraid to network.” At Georgia State, your opportunities are limitless. Discover how GSU empowers students to transform ambition into success.