Academic Affairs
Columbus State University strives to be a first choice institution for discerning students who seek challenging programs, engaged faculty, and a vibrant, globally connected campus culture. We empower people to contribute to the advancement of our local and global communities through an emphasis on excellence in teaching and research, life-long learning, cultural enrichment, public-private partnerships, and service to others. The office of the Provost is committed to providing a learning environment that utilizes the most current technologies and strategies to promote the engagement and intellectual advancement of our students. We offer relevant programs in business, the arts, science, education and the health professions at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Administrative Tools
- eCore
- Guide to abbreviations used in the class listings
- Interdisciplinary Courses (PDF)
- List of General Use Rooms
- Request a Change to Existing Academic Facilities
- Space Request
- Standard Class Meeting Times
- Strategic Planning
Student Travel
- Domestic Travel Procedures (Field Trips, Athletics, Student Affairs, etc.)
- International Travel Procedures
Policies & Procedures
- Credit Hour and Course Level Policy (PDF)
- Faculty Handbook
- Faculty Workload Policy (PDF)
- Notifying Students of Identity Verification Charges (PDF)
- Minimum Class Size Policies by college
- Review of Transfer Credit from Non-Accredited Institutions (PDF)
- Memo on Student Course Evaluations (PDF)
- University System of Georgia (USG) Policies and Procedures
Student Success Initiatives at CSU
Faculty Hiring and Evaluation Processes
- Administrative Responsibilities:
- Full-time AA Faculty Hiring Process
- Review of Academic Credentials from International Institutions (PDF)
- Standards of Excellence
- Student Success in Teaching, Research, and Service Activities
- Tenure and/or Promotion Probationary Credit Request Form (fillable on the computer) (PDF)