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Academics

Student Activities and Support Services

Columbus State University is dedicated to developing the full potential of its students. A variety of opportunities are provided for students to explore personal, professional, and social interests; to develop leadership capabilities; and to broaden intellectual and cultural dimensions through student activities programs and services consistent with the goals and purposes of the university.

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs is responsible for student activities and university recognized student organizations. The student activities fee helps to defray the operational expenses of a number of programs and services which are intended for the benefit of all students. A student-faculty committee advises the university administration in the allocation of these fees and policy issues.

Academic Support

At Columbus State University, providing academic support services is a campus-wide effort. The resources available afford all students the opportunity to succeed throughout their academic careers. Students have access to dedicated faculty and staff, academic advising services, teaching libraries and computer labs, tutorial services, specialized courses, computer assistance and instruction, academic organizations and clubs, intellectually stimulating and engaging programs, and challenging and enriching opportunities for growth. These services assist students as they pursue the accomplishment of their educational goals and support the university's mission "To achieve academic excellence..." and "To achieve excellence in the student experience."

Academic Center for Excellence

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) provides students with a central resource for information about the academic programs, student support services, and other opportunities available at CSU. The Center assists students in exploring various majors and refers them, when appropriate, to related campus resources such as the Career Center and the Counseling Center. Advisors in the Academic Center for Excellence work closely with advisors in the academic departments to provide specialized advising to transfer students, first-year students who have not selected their majors, and returning students who are considering changes in their majors. The faculty and staff of the Academic Center for Excellence are supportive of students and encourage them to make responsible and informed decisions about their programs of study. The Office of Tutorial Services is located in the Academic Center for Excellence and provides free tutorial assistance for learning support courses in reading and writing and also core curriculum courses not served by the Math and Science Learning Center or the Writing Center. Free seminars and workshops provide information and strategies that assist students in making satisfactory progress in their chosen fields of study.

Athletics

The university is a Division II member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Peach Belt Conference. The director of athletics administers intercollegiate athletics in accordance with the regulations of the NCAA and the policies of a faculty-student committee. Columbus State University is a member of the Peach Belt Conference. Women compete in intercollegiate basketball, softball, tennis, cross country, soccer, golf, volleyball, and track & field; while men compete in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, tennis and track & field. The department also competes in Rifle, the only NCAA sponsored sport that is coed. Any student interested in competing on any sports team should contact the athletic director. The athletic department also supports a nationally-ranked coed cheerleading squad, as well as a competitive dance team.

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation offers a wide range of team and individual intramural programs for students, faculty, and staff. Current programs include flag football, volleyball, softball, tennis, basketball, golf, eight ball, and individual challenges. Outdoor adventure trips include whitewater rafting, canoeing, backpacking, and snow skiing. In addition to scheduled activities, the tennis courts, gymnasium, fitness center, handball courts, and an intramural field are available for free play. Hours of operation are posted each semester in appropriate locations. For information, contact the Campus Recreation Office in the Student Recreation Center at 706-507-8650.

Center for Career Development

The Center for Career Development assists CSU students and alumni with career-related services ranging from critiques, mock interviews, employment opportunities, career advising and experiential educational through internships, cooperative education, and volunteering.

JobCentral, our online job database, provides the opportunity to search for employment locally, nationally and internationally. It is also a one-stop shop to engage in internship, cooperative education, volunteering, full-time, part-time, and seasonal employment.

We offer a variety of career-related programming throughout the year. The on-campus recruiting program invites employers to provide informational tables on campus. These opportunities provide students direct contact with hiring entities from across the region. Employers may also conduct on-campus interviewing.

Additionally, workshops and seminars are presented throughout the semester by area employers, including such topics as Resume Writing, Interviewing Skills, Dining Etiquette, Dress for Success, Financial Awareness, Salary Negotiation, Social Media and How to Work a Job Fair.

Other programs include: Y2@CSU (Sophomore Year experience) designed to help sophomore students achieve satisfactory academic progress through utilization of all available campus services. The Financial Success Program is designed to provide the tools needed to make wise financial decisions as a student and after graduation. Students learn about budgeting, saving, investing, credit cards, and much more.

The Center for Career Development hosts multiple job fairs as well as a Volunteer Opportunities Fair. The Career Fair, focusing on full-time employment, provides students and alumni with an opportunity to connect with local, regional, and national employers and school districts. The fall job fairs highlight part-time opportunities students can work while attending school. The Volunteer Opportunities Fair connects students, faculty, and staff with local non-profits for a variety of service opportunities throughout the community.

The CCD is located on the first floor of the Schuster Student Success Center. Visit our website, email us or call (706) 507-8760. We look forward to seeing you!

The Center for International Education

The Center for International Education supports the university's efforts to provide opportunities for students' international learning by developing and promoting study aboard programs and providing services that enable international students to be successful at CSU and in American culture. The Center also facilitates exchanges between international and U.S. students, supports international faculty development, and facilitates and supports international faculty visits and exchange. The Center encourages internationalization of the curriculum across academic disciplines by supporting the International Learning Community, Latin American Studies Certificate and Minor, the European Union Studies Certificate, the African Studies Certificate and the Asian Studies Minor. The Center also promotes greater knowledge and awareness of international developments, concerns, trends and global interconnectedness through co-curricular and extra-curricular programs and activities.

Clubs and Organizations

Students are encouraged to participate in the programs and services of student organizations that can enhance personal and professional development. The university has recognized the following clubs and organizations. For further information regarding clubs and organizations, contact the Office of Student Life, 271 Davidson Student Center, (706) 507-8590.

Academic and Professional Clubs

D. Abbott Turner College of Business

  • Accounting Club
  • ACM - Association of Computing Machinery
  • AMA - American Marketing Association
  • CSU Finance and Investment
  • MAX - Mathematics and Computer Science Club
  • SIFE - Students In Free Enterprise
  • The Prophets - Actuarial Science

College of Education and Health Professions

  • AMSA - American Medical Student Association
    • Student Nurses Association

College of Letters and Sciences

  • AD FED - Advertising Federation
  • American Criminal Justice Association - Lambda Alpha Epsilon, Gamma Lambda
  • Anthropology Club
  • Geology Club
  • Historical Society International Relations Club
  • MESA - Mathematics Education Student Association
  • Pre-Vet Medical Association
  • Psychology Club
  • Society of Women Engineers
  • Sociology Club
  • WeTeach Mathematics and Science Education Student Organization

Department of Military Science

  • ROTC

Greek Life

CSU Fraternities

  • Alpha Phi Alpha
  • Kappa Alpha Psi
  • Kappa Sigma
  • Pi Kappa Alpha
  • Phi Beta Sigma
  • Sigma Nu
  • Tau Kappa Epsilon
  • Omega Psi Phi

CSU Sororities

  • Alpha Kappa Alpha
  • Alpha Omicron Pi
  • Delta Sigma Theta
  • Delta Zeta Sorority
  • Phi Mu
  • Sigma Gamma Rho
  • Xi Theta
  • Zeta Phi Beta

Honor Societies

College of the Arts

  • Pi Kappa Lambda (Music)
  • Sigma Alpha Iota (Women in Music)

College of Education and Health Professions

  • Chi Chi (Counseling students, educators, and professionals)
  • Eta Sigma Gamma, Delta Tau Chapter (Health Education Profession)
  • Kappa Delta Pi (Education)
  • Phi Beta Delta (International Education and Exchange)
  • Sigma Theta Tau, Pi Beta (Nursing)

College of Letters and Sciences

  • Alpha Phi Sigma, Omega Kappa Chapter (Criminal Justice)
  • Beta Beta Beta (Tri Beta) (Biological Sciences)
  • Lambda Pi Eta (Communication)
  • Phi Lambda
  • Pi Alpha Alpha (Public Affairs and Administration)
  • Pi Alpha Theta (History)
  • Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science)
  • Psi Chi (Psychology)

General

  • Honoris Causa
  • The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
  • Phi Kappa Phi (All academic disciplines)
  • Order of Omega (Greek Honor Society)

Performing Arts

Visual Arts

  • Art Club
  • Georgia Art Educators Association (GAEA) - CSU Student Chapter

Special Interest

Club Sports

  • Bass Fishing
  • Co-Ed Tennis
  • Hockey
  • Men's Soccer
  • SKRAPE - Martial Arts
  • Tackle Football
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Women's Soccer
  • Women's Volleyball
  • Wrestling

Faith-Based

  • BCM - Baptist Collegiate Ministries
  • Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship
  • C 4 C - Cougars for Christ
  • GENESIS Gospel Choir
  • GOE - God Over Everything
  • Life with a Purpose
  • Methodist Campus Ministries
  • Perfect Love Fellowship
  • Westminster Fellowship
  • Young Life

General

  • ASO - African Student Organization
  • Amnesty International
  • Art Club
  • Association of Businessmen
  • Beyond the Runway
  • Campus Nerds
  • C.W.O.W. - Collegiate Women of Wisdom
  • CSU Film Club
  • I.C.E.S.S. Step Team
  • CSU Marching Cougars
  • Professional Writing Club
  • One Cougar World Association
  • One Cougar World (International & Internationally Minded)
  • NAACP
  • Radio Club
  • Salsa Club
  • Student Promoters

Political

  • College Democrats
  • College Republicans
  • Students for a Democratic Society
  • SGA - Student Government Association
  • SPAA - Student Political Awareness Association
  • Students for Social Democracy

Residence Life

  • BACCHUS - Boosting Alcohol Consciousness Concerning the Health of University Students
  • RHA - Residence Housing Association

Service

  • CHEC - Cougars Helping Enhance the Community
  • CSU Jaycees
  • SSW - Students for a Sustainable World

Student Affairs Sponsored

  • IFC – Interfraternity Council
  • National Pan-Hellenic Council
  • Orientation Team
  • Panhellenic Council
  • SAC – Student Activities Council

Student Publications

  • Arden - Student Literary Magazine
  • SABER Student Newspaper

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center, located on the third floor of the Schuster Student Success Center, offers a variety of services to all students, staff, faculty, and alumni. The counseling staff consists of mental health professionals who are trained and experienced in facilitating personal development. A confidential atmosphere is provided where personal, social, and academic concerns may be discussed. These concerns include, but are not limited to, the following: anxiety management, depression, career decisions, loneliness, interpersonal relationships (peers, boy/girl friend, family), and academic difficulties.

If the counseling staff are unable to provide the necessary service for a client, appropriate recommendations are discussed and referrals are made. The orientation and philosophy of the Center give equal consideration to the emotional, personal, academic, and vocational aspects of each student's development.

Each semester, the counseling staff present outreach programs on topics such as test anxiety reduction, stress management, assertiveness training, study skills improvement, body image, healthy relationship skills, and other life skills. Students are encouraged to take advantage of these free workshops.

A fee-for-service, psycho educational assessment is available for students who want to determine whether they have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, a specific learning disability, and/or test anxiety. If testing results indicate that one of these diagnoses is preventing the student from being successful in college, results of the assessment can be used to petition for special academic accommodations. In addition, personality and career testing are available. The primary purpose of the testing service is to assist students in self-awareness and to integrate this awareness into decision-making skills and rewarding behavior.

Accommodation and Access

The Office of Center for Accommodation and Access, located in Schuster Student Success Center, 221, coordinates the compliance of Columbus State University with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, in order to foster academic potential through individualized plans tailored to the particular needs of students with disabilities. Students with documented physical, medical, psychological or cognitive disabilities should contact the Office of Center for Accommodation and Access as early as possible so that proper accommodations may be made in a timely manner.

Diversity and Multicultural Services

The Office of Diversity Programs and Services, located in the Davidson Student Center, room 271, provides assistance and advocacy to minority and multicultural students. Sensitivity to minority, multicultural and cross cultural students is an important aspect of the office. The office consults with student groups regarding programming for this aspect of Student Life.

First Year Experience® Program

New students face many challenges when making the transition to university life. CSU's First Year Experience® Program is designed to help smooth this transition. The components listed below are intended to assist new students in building a foundation for academic success while promoting social, cultural and personal development. Among the programs and events CSU offers to first year students are the following:

  • Cougar Kickoff
  • Freshman Common Reading
  • Freshman Convocation
  • Freshman Leadership Program
  • Freshman Learning Communities
  • First Year Seminar (FYRS 1105)
  • Freshman Orientation

All entering freshmen and transfer students with fewer than 30 credit hours must satisfy the First Year Experience requirement by enrolling in a Freshman Learning Community (FLRC ) or the First Year Seminar (FYRS 1105) before they reach sophomore status (30 credit hours).

Greek Life

Students have the opportunity to affiliate with one of the sixteen recognized Greek organizations on campus. The self-governing, self-supporting bodies of the fraternities and sororities are the Interfraternity Council, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, and Panhellenic Council. These groups coordinate events, provide educational programs, establish community-wide relations, and implement policies for their member organizations. The university has recognized the following clubs and organizations. For further information regarding Greek Life, contact the Office of Greek Affairs, Greek Center, 1st Floor Woodruff Gym, (706) 507-8012.

CSU Honors Program

The CSU Honors Program is designed to attract exceptional students who want to take this educational experience beyond the ordinary. The program offers opportunities for students to enrich their educational experiences, with special academic courses, cultural activities, and social interactions. Honors Scholarships are available each year for entering freshmen. Admission into the program is highly selective, requiring a high school or college GPA of 3.5 or higher and a total SAT score of 1200 or higher, among another criteria. The CSU Honors Program features small classes (15 students maximum), special luncheons with guest speakers, academic travel, and study abroad opportunities.

CSU Libraries

Columbus State University maintains two libraries: the Schwob Library in the center of the main campus and the Music Library in the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts on the RiverPark campus. The Libraries serve as CSU's premier information resource that provides a print collection of over 400,000 volumes as well as access to thousands of electronic journal articles via GALILEO, Georgia's impressive collection of over 100 electronic databases.

Schwob Library supports two computer labs and circulates laptops that may be used anywhere throughout the facility using the campus WiFi. Collaborative learning and study rooms are available on a first come, first served basis.

The staff of CSU Libraries is comprised of library faculty and staff members who strive to provide quality service for all library users. For more information and assistance regarding our facilities, resources, and services, you may visit our website at library.columbusstate.edu or call 706.568.2042.

Math and Science Learning Center

The Math and Science Learning Center (located on the top floor of University Hall in room 250) is a community resource dedicated to enhancing the learning of math and science through curriculum development and best-practices training for college faculty as well as in-service and pre-service K-12 teachers. The Center also provides student tutoring and tutor training.

The Learning Center is a unique destination in our region for those interested in the teaching and learning of science and math. The Center seeks to support learning at all age levels, understanding that one of the largest sectors of job growth in the U.S. is projected to be in scientific, mathematical and technical fields.

The Math & Science Learning Center (MSLC) offers many services to the CSU community, area schools, and the region. The MSLC:

  • Offers tutoring services in core math and science classes, and similar coursework for education majors
  • Is a venue for professional development activities using model lab demonstrations, current technology and hands-on techniques
  • Can act as a research laboratory focused on observing how math and science are learned
  • Contains a library of pedagogical and scholarship resources

Staff at the MSLC are involved in many projects. They assist with the coordination of events for regional schools, including the Columbus Regional Science & Engineering Fair and the Science Olympiad Regional Tournament at CSU.

Student Resources

  • A small computer lab.
  • Math and science course textbooks (available to use for tutoring and studying at the MSLC). These have been generously donated by CSU faculty.
  • A set of GACE (Georgia Teachers Certification Exam) study guides are also available for science and math subjects.
  • Graphing calculators may be borrowed for free for a class or test if students leave a form of I.D. with staff.

Faculty/Teacher Resources

A collection of faculty development books is available for loan. Topics include:

  • improving teaching strategies
  • inquiry-based learning
  • incorporating hands-on activities into the classroom

The MSLC has smart classroom facilities for workshops and presentations, chemical lab benches and other lab equipment for K-12 teacher training events. Molecular models, rock collections, and math equipment can also be borrowed to enhance classes.

Minority Advising Program

The Minority Advising Program promotes the academic welfare of African American and other minority students at CSU. Through programs, activities, and services, the Minority Advising Program enhances the personal development, retention, and academic success of the students it serves. MAP programs, activities, and services are open to all CSU students. Contact the Division of Student Affairs for more information.

Residence Life

Contact Information

Main Office -3423 College Drive; (706) 507-8710
Courtyard II Office-3528 Gentian Boulevard; (706) 507-8778
RiverPark Office-1011 Broadway 2nd Floor; (706) 507-8035

Main Campus Housing Options

Courtyard I is a 444 bed student apartment complex that houses first year students. Courtyard I, located at 3423 College Drive, is just a short walk from the center of campus.
Courtyard II is a 356 bed apartment complex. Courtyard II, located at 3528 Gentian Boulevard, houses upperclassmen students.
Maryland Circle includes traditional homes and duplexes located in a neighborhood close to the Main Campus. Maryland Circle houses 56 upperclassmen students.

RiverPark Campus Housing Options

Broadway Crossing is a 140 bed residential area. Broadway Crossing, located at 25 West 10th Street, houses first year students.
Columbus Hall is a 112 bed residential area. Columbus Hall, located at 1019 Broadway, houses first year and upperclassmen students.
Yancey at One Arsenal Place is a 31 bed residential area. Yancey at One Arsenal Place, located at 901 Front Avenue, houses upperclassmen students.
Oglethorpe is a 24 bed residential area. Oglethorpe, located at 1017 1st Avenue, houses upperclassmen students.
Fontaine is a 37 bed privately owned residential area that is managed by Columbus State University. Fontaine, located at 13 West 11th Street, houses upperclassmen students.
Rankin is a 99 bed residential area. Rankin, located at 1004 Broadway, houses upperclassmen students.

First Year Student Live-On Requirement

All entering first year students must reside in on-campus housing operated by the university for two semesters (summer term does not apply). Students may be exempt from this policy if they:

  • Reside with a parent or legal guardian within one of the following Georgia Counties: Muscogee, Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Talbot
  • Reside with a parent or legal guardian within one of the following Alabama Cities: Phenix City, Seale, Ladonia, Ft. Mitchell, Smiths Station
  • Are Married
  • Have custody of dependent children
  • Are 21 years of age or older by the first day of classes of entering semester
  • Are a transfer student with more than 30 hours completed
  • Are active military
  • Are a current Columbus State University student who has resided on campus for two semesters, not including summer semester

Students are automatically exempt if they:

  • Have a permanent address within one of the geographic areas listed above
  • Are 21 years of age or older
  • Are active military

All other exemptions require that submit an online exemption request. The request is available online. Click here.

All first year students who are not automatically exempt are assessed housing and meal plan charges. Charges will be removed if a student successfully completes the exemption process.

Cancellation of enrollment and revocation of student status at Columbus State University may take place as a result of failing to comply with the first year live on requirement policy. This may be a result of:

  1. Providing false or misleading information in connection with a request for exemption
  2. Failing to comply by not registering for housing and/or not assuming occupancy in a University Residence Hall
  3. Receiving a conduct sanction that requires removal from University Housing

Disability Accommodations

Students who require special housing accommodations because of a documented disability should contact the Office of Center for Accommodation and Access for assistance:

Office of Center for Accommodation and Access
706-507-8755

ROAR Orientation

The ROAR (Recruitment, Orientation, Advisement, Registration) program is designed to help ease the transition from high school to college as well as prepare parents for their student's new journey. ROAR provides students and parents with information on all services CSU has to offer, as well as their first advising and registration session for their classes. The ROAR team is a team made up of current CSU students who are trained to lead and mentor incoming freshman through their orientation experience. The team goes through a leadership development class and learns not only about CSU as an institution but how to lead other and work as a team. Below are the descriptions of the programs that we offer.

  • Freshman ROAR is for all first year traditional students(those who are no more than 5 years out of high school and never attended college.)
  • Non Traditional and Transfer ROAR is for those students who have been out of high school for more than 5 years or those transferring from another institution with less than thirty hours
  • Students transferring in who have completed thirty or more hours should take the Transfer Student on-line orientation.
  • Graduate Students should sign up for the Graduate Student on-line orientation.

CSU Servant Leadership Program

Servant Leadership at CSU is a comprehensive program committed to developing future leaders who practice the servant leadership philosophy. The Program is a collaborative partnership between CSU, the Pastoral Institute and the Columbus community. Participants are given the opportunity to develop leadership skills through exciting and innovative leadership classes, hands-on modeling of leadership practices, participation in community service projects, and much more. Scholarship members of the program are competitively selected and awarded a $1,250 stipend each semester for successful completion of the program requirements.

In addition to the traditional stipend program, the Servant Leadership Program at CSU includes the Associate Program. The Associate Program enables any student who is interested in leadership development to take the leadership seminars, participate in community service, and enjoy many of the same benefits as the scholarship students. As stipends become available associate students are eligible to apply for those openings in the program.

Student Activities Council

The purpose of the Student Activities Council (SAC) is to contribute to the social, recreational, cultural, and educational development of the university community through programs and services. A program of concerts, lectures, films, and other entertainment is provided through a portion of the student activities fee paid by students at registration. Student admission is free or at reduced rates.

Student Art Galleries

Art Galleries and Student Exhibitions

The exhibition spaces located around the RiverPark campus and the Simon Schwob Library on Main Campus have a number of art exhibitions on display throughout the year. These displays often feature contemporary works by student artists. Annually, during the fall and spring, Graduating Seniors Thesis Exhibition in the Corn Center for the Visual Arts is the high point of art students' academic activities during the year.

The Norman Shannon and Emmy Lou P. Illges Gallery

The exhibition space located on The RiverPark campus in The Corn Center for the Visual Arts. The Norman Shannon and Emmy Lou P. Illges Gallery features exhibits by international, national, regional and local artists. This large gallery exposes students to the finest available traditional and contemporary visual artwork. The highlight for many of the exhibitions would be the public lectures and receptions attended by students, faculty, and community members. The Senior Thesis Exhibition is held in this gallery.

The Bay Gallery

The Bay Gallery is located in the common area of the Corn Center for the Visual Arts Building. Bay Gallery is a 1500 sq foot exhibition space for students, visiting artists, and regional outreach exhibitions such as the Tri-State Annual High School Student Exhibition.

The Fulcrum Gallery

The Fulcrum Gallery is an extension gallery in a high traffic window space on Broadway adjacent to RiverPark student housing and dining. Fulcrum's high visibility location provides the public exciting contemporary art by students and professionals.

Gallery 4

Gallery 4 is a foyer space at the entrance to the Art History lecture hall in the Carpenters Building. This gallery hosts displays of artwork of students and the CSU Permanent Collection. Exhibitions are visible from this sidewalk on 9th Street.

Art Store

The Art Store within the CSU Student Bookstore offers exhibition and sales opportunities to creative students. The bookstore hosts and manages Art Store for current art students and alumni. Conveniently located on Broadway in Uptown Columbus, this space presents some of the best student artwork representing all studio disciplines in a revolving format.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association represents the interest and welfare of students through its elected officials and representatives. Student government has as its purposes the encouragement of student participation in university affairs and the promotion of understanding among students, faculty, and administration. The student forum advises the university administration on student issues, recommends students to serve on university student-faculty committees and administers programs and services consistent with the privileges granted in its constitution. For more information, contact the Student Government Association Office in Room 207 of the Davidson Center or call 706-568-2403.

Student Handbook

A student handbook is available to all CSU students, faculty, and staff here. The handbook contains general information on student life, student services, campus organizations, and fraternities and sororities. University policies and student rights and responsibilities are also included in this publication. 

Student Health Services

Student Health Services are available to Columbus State University students on Main Campus and RiverPark Campus. A per semester student health fee allows the student access to either health center. The goal of student health services is to provide quality primary health care at a reasonable cost. Community referrals and health counseling are available through the health center. All medical care and counseling are confidential.

The Main Campus Student Health Center is located in Tucker Hall and is open Monday through Friday. The RiverPark Campus Student Health Center is located in Building 6, behind University Police and is open part-time. The hours of operation for the clinics are posted each semester.

A family practice physician is available (at the main campus only) to see students by appointment during scheduled clinic hours. Students may be seen by a Physician Assistant or triage nurse at both locations.

Students who become sick or injured after hours may seek treatment at one of the local urgent care centers or emergency rooms. For medical emergencies call Emergency Medical Services (911) or Columbus State University Police (706-507-8911). For more information on hours and services, please call 706-507-8620, or visit our website at http://healthservices.ColumbusState.edu.

The student health clinic accepts and bills all insurance plans. Students are requested to bring a copy of their insurance card when visiting the center. Students/parents should know that the health center will never balance bill for any portion that the insurance does not pay.

The university is not responsible for medical bills or for illness/injuries incurred in free play, physical education classes, university-sponsored intramural sports, including club sports, or other regularly scheduled classes or activities.

All students are urged to have health insurance coverage of some type. A voluntary health insurance plan is available for non-insured students. The University System of Georgia has contracted with United Health Care as the vendor for student health insurance for the coming academic year, 2014-2015. For more information, please call 706-507-8620 or visit http://www.uhcsr.com/columbusstate.

Student Medical Withdrawals

A student may be administratively withdrawn from the university when, in the judgment of the office of the Dean of Students, and after consultation with appropriate university officials, such as the Director of Student Health Services and/or the Director of the Counseling Center, it is determined that the student suffers from a physical, mental, emotional, or psychological health condition which poses a significant danger or threat to themselves, others or the University. Also, a student may request a medical withdrawal through the office of the Dean of Students. Appeals concerning administrative withdrawals or a denial of a student's request for a medical withdrawal should be directed to the Vice President for Student Affairs. In emergency situations, a decision on medical withdrawals may be made at the judgment of University Officials, but review of the decision may be made at the student's request.

Student Leadership

CSU'S Student Leadership Office strives to develop students to be responsible campus and community leaders and citizens through the use of leadership education and experiential learning opportunities. Through our Leadership Workshop Series, students have the opportunity to attend six sessions over the fall and spring semester. Various workshop topics will be covered including: How to delegate, from a vision for a vision for an organization, lessons in leadership and many more! They will also have the opportunity to complete a self assessment, Strengths Quest, to see what their top five strengths are and how to use them while being a leader. Students also have the opportunity to attend a Student Cougar Leadership Conference.

Student Musical Organizations

Opportunities are available for students to participate in instrumental and choral activities in the Schwob School of Music. Individual auditions and professor/conductor approval is required for all CSU ensembles, including Wind Ensemble, Wind Orchestra, Orchestra, Chamber, Women's Vocal Ensemble, Chorale/Choral Union, Concert Chorale, and Jazz Band. Students selected for participation in these various ensembles may register for one hour of credit per semester. All rehearsals and most performances are in the RiverCenter. A university shuttle is available to transport students from the main campus to the RiverCenter.

Student Newspaper

The student newspaper, The Saber, offers a wide variety of opportunities for interested students to gain experiences in writing editorials, reporting, photography, layout, and business management. It reports and interprets news of interest to the campus community and expresses opinions on significant matters.

Theatre

CSU Theatre provides students with an opportunity to participate in a wide variety of dramatic activities which includes main stage productions, as well as several shorter studio theatre presentations each semester. Experience and training can be gained in acting, directing, musical theatre, children's theatre, makeup, design and production, and arts management. Academic credit may be earned for participation in theatre productions. Student admission to the university theatre productions is free.

Tutorial Services

Tutorial services are provided to CSU students through a variety of campus resources such as the Math and Science Learning Center, the Writing Center, and the Office of Tutorial Services.

The Math and Science Learning Center, located on the top floor of University Hall in room 250, provides free tutorial services for core courses in math and science. Assistance is also provided for selected upper division courses in math and science. Please visit the MSLC website at http://mslc.columbusstate.edu/ for hours of operation, schedules for specific tutors, and the courses they support.

The Writing Center provides trained and knowledgeable Peer Writing Consultants who assist undergraduate and graduate students of all ability levels with writing assignments in courses across the curriculum.

The Office of Tutorial Services in the Academic Center for Excellence provides free tutorial assistance for learning support courses in reading and writing and also core curriculum courses not served by the Math and Science Learning Center or the Writing Center. The Office also provides free seminars and workshops that assist students in developing effective study habits, productive time management skills, and strategies for transitioning to the university setting.

University Information and Technology Services

The mission of University Information and Technology Services (UITS) is to provide a best-in-class technology platform and information-based services. UITS provides central support to CSU students, faculty, and staff for computer equipment, media in the classrooms, distance learning, software programs, and information access services. Services specifically geared towards students include campus-wide wireless Internet access, a 24-hour computer lab, 24-hour Help Desk services, a Student PC Repair Shop, and personal web sites.

University Police/Motor Vehicle Regulations

The CSU University Police Main Campus office is located in the University Police Department, located next to the Turner Center. The CSU University Police RiverPark campus office is located at 1013 Broadway. The department has sworn police officers who are responsible for life and property safety, parking enforcement and enforcement of state and local laws. The officers also secure campus buildings, assist motorists with battery jump-offs and patrol the university campus on foot, bikes, and marked patrol cars.

Operation and parking of a motor vehicle on campus is a privilege. All motor vehicles (including motorcycles) parked on campus, CSU Courtyard I & II and RiverPark campus are required to have a university decal. Students must first register online thru ISIS for a temporary parking decal, valid for five (5) business days, and then obtain their permanent parking decal at the University Police Department in the University Police Department. Permits are issued and valid for the school year. Students, faculty, and staff are responsible for vehicles (to include parking citations) while their vehicles are located on university property. Temporary permits are available for students online thru ISIS. Temporary permits should be obtained and placed on vehicles upon arrival on campus. Faculty and Staff temporary parking permits are issued at the Main Campus University Police Building. Two parking decals are included in the university access fee. Additional decals maybe purchased for $5.00 each.

Habitual parking violators will be booted and/or towed. Tow and Boot Fees are the responsibility of the violator. The Boot Fee is $50 and can be paid to the Bursars Office in University Hall. Also, illegally parked vehicles in handicapped parking are subject to a $100.00 fine.

A complete code of motor vehicle regulations may be found in the Student Handbook and the University Police Department. For more information, visit the University Police Web site at http://police.columbusstate.edu.

UTeach Columbus

UTeach Columbus is an innovative program involving mathematics, science and education faculty at Columbus State University and teaching experts in local schools. Together these faculty and teaching practitioners prepare students for an exciting career in mathematics or science. Through this program, students acquire a deep understanding of their field of study; explore mathematics or science teaching as a career; and develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed for teaching. Upon completion of the program, students will earn a degree in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, or mathematics and be qualified to teach in a middle school or high school after passing the appropriate state certification examinations. Scholarships and internships are available each year for students enrolled in the UTeach Columbus program.

Writing Center

The Writing Center is a free service to all enrolled Columbus State University students. The Writing Center's primary mission is to help students succeed at writing in their core English courses and courses across the curriculum. The Writing Center's secondary mission is to contribute to efforts that support a culture of writing at CSU.

Formally trained peer consultants achieve this mission by providing assistance to writers of all levels, abilities, and disciplines. The consultants work to empower student writers by helping them understand assignments; generate ideas; focus, organize, and develop drafts; document sources to avoid plagiarism; and edit for usage and punctuation errors.

Besides consulting with students about writing assignments, consultants will also help students prepare for writing that is relevant to their professional lives, such as scholarship essays, personal statements, and grants. Additional services that contribute to students' academic excellence and life-long learning include eConsultations, class-based mini-lessons, and consultations with writing review groups.

For more information about services, locations, and hours, visit the Web site at http://writingcenter.columbusstate.edu/ or call 706-568-2483.

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