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Student Leadership & Service
Service Opportunities
CSU Day of Service
An annual service day within the Columbus community which partners with over 30 non-profits to provide students, faculty, staff, and community partners with an opportunity to engage through service. This day is designed for students to gain more insight into how service impacts our community. We hope that it creates the initial opportunity for students to network with our community partners and serve them throughout the academic year. More information on Day of Service
CSU Cougarthon Dance Marathon
Cougarthon is a student-led organization dedicated to serving our local Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Miracle Network. It is an annual campus-wide philanthropic event that is a yearlong fundraiser. This event encompasses dancing, challenges, events and testimonies from our miracle families. Students involved in Cougarthon gain valuable skills in fundraising, peer management, delegation, and philanthropy. Miracle Network Dance Marathon programs have collectively raised more than $400 million since 1991. More information on Cougarthon
Leadership Opportunities
Cougar Leadership Workshops
Looking to strengthen your leadership skills and grow both personally and professionally? Join us for the Cougar Leadership Workshops, where you'll explore topics like communication, teamwork, goal setting, and personal development. These interactive sessions are open to all students and are designed to help you build confidence, connect with peers, and develop the skills needed to lead on campus and beyond.
Cougar Leadership Workship Sign Up Form
YouLead Leadership Development Program
Program Description
YouLead is a leadership development program designed specifically for sophomore students who are ready to deepen their self-awareness, build essential leadership skills, and make a lasting impact on campus. Through interactive workshops, one-on-one coaching, and intentional community building, students will explore their leadership style, strengthen their communication and collaboration abilities, and apply their learning through real-world campus engagement.
Program Benefits
- A $300 stipend upon program completion ($150 Fall / $150 Spring)
- Personalized leadership coaching sessions (must schedule a minimum once a month)
- Priority access to campus leadership opportunities and events
- Increased confidence, communication, and problem-solving skills
- A supportive cohort of peers committed to growth and leadership
- Recognition at the end-of-year celebration and leadership conference
Requirement(s)
- Must be a Sophomore (30-59 credit hours)
Overview
Student Leadership & Service (SLS) focuses on the development of students through leadership development and service opportunities that connect students to community partners and stakeholders. SLS provides students with experiential learning opportunities through workshops, retreats, training sessions, and service learning that provide an opportunity to build self-awareness.
Mission
The Student Leadership and Service program equips students with the skills, experiences, and opportunities to lead effectively, serve their communities, and grow through hands-on leadership development.
Vision
Student Leadership develops students of Columbus State University to be productive citizens by offering programs and services that focus on the following pillars: leadership development and community engagement through service and volunteerism.
Objectives
Student Leadership & Service commits to help our students gain insight, value service & leadership development, and take actions by:
- Student Leadership Development Trainings & Workshops
- Student Leadership Conference
- Student Leadership & Recognition Awards
- Service Opportunities
Volunteer Information
To see our list of volunteer agencies, please see Volunteer Agencies.
Track your Service Hours on CSUInvolve
After signing in:
- Go to you Profile (Right Hand Corner)
- Check Service Hours
- Check "Add Service Hours " (Right Hand Corner)
