Student Affairs

Dear Columbus State Students,

Welcome to Columbus State University, where leadership begins with compassion and your experience matters from day one. At CSU, we believe true leaders empower others, strive for excellence, and serve their communities with purpose. You are now part of a university that leads by example, modeling empathy, championing access and affordability, and ensuring every student has the opportunity to grow into the thinker, leader, and person they are meant to become.

The Division of Student Affairs is here to support your journey. We are committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging, celebrating your individuality, and connecting you to meaningful opportunities beyond the classroom. Cougar Tracks, Columbus State’s student experience pathway, will engage you in traditions, service, leadership, and campus involvement from your first day through graduation. Along the way, you will find support, build community, prioritize your wellbeing, and develop the confidence and skills to lead with purpose.

At CSU, we ground our decisions in evidence, strengthen our community through collaboration, and invest in your future every day. You belong here, and your voice and talents enrich us all. Together, we will build an experience that empowers you to imagine what can be and to become the compassionate leader our future demands.

With warm regards,

Kimberly Scranage
Chief Student Experience Officer