Mission, Vision and Core Values

Mission

Columbus State University empowers its community, drives innovation and creates opportunities. To accomplish this, we will focus on: Student Success, Responsible Stewardship, Community Impact, and Economic Competitiveness.

Vision

Columbus State University aspires to be a leader in student success, academic excellence, economic development and community engagement through transformative education and strong partnerships.

Core Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.

Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.

Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.

Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.

Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.

Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.