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• Undeclared Majors
• University College
• University Police

Undeclared Majors

Undeclared majors are students who are not ready to declare a major when they enroll at CSU. These students should take only advisor-approved core curriculum courses until they are certain of their major. Students who are undeclared are advised in the Center for Academic Advising located in Woodall Hall, Room 104. Advisors may encourage students who are undeclared to enroll in ITDS 2735: Life and Career Planning to assist with the decision-making process of selecting a major.

University College

University College promotes excellence in all CSU students, from learning support to honors, by providing a broad array of innovative services and programs that:
• encourage student integration and involvement in the larger campus community through First year Experience events;
• model and inspire participation in lifelong learning activities through instructional excellence as well as academic support and enrichment opportunities; and
• promote the achievement of the educational goals of all students by enhancing the CSU retention rates, particularly for those students admitted through University College.

The Department of Basic Studies (706-565-4016) serves underprepared students who are highly motivated to pursue a college education but who need additional academic preparation to enter Columbus State University's degree programs. Students using this unit need learning support courses to improve their reading, writing, and mathematics skills; adult re-entry and refresher modules to improve their chances of success in college; and/or academic courses to compensate for CPC deficiencies.

The Center for Academic Advising (706-562-1751) The Center for Academic Advising serves as a central resource for students to gather information about academic programs and opportunities across campus.

The Center for Academic Advising is open to all students, but specifically seeks to serve:
• Undeclared majors
• General Studies majors
• Freshman and sophomore Criminal Justice majors

The Center for Academic Support and Student Retention (706-568-2330), located in Tucker Hall, provides

• tutorial services for many core curriculum courses, academic advising for students assigned to the Department of Basic Studies, career counseling for University College students, and
• special assistance for students with disabilities.

The Center for International Education provides services for international students, students interested in international education and those who seek a fresh cultural experience through study abroad. Call 706-565-4036 for more information.

Advising for students in the Associate of Science General Studies program is provided in the Center for Academic Advising. Call 706-562-1751 for more information or to schedule an advising appointment.

The Honors Program provides significant challenges and opportunities to enrich an exceptional student's education, taking the educational experience beyond the ordinary. The Honors Program strives to create a community of scholars and to simulate involvement in campus and community activities. Students interested in the Honors Program should contact Dr. Danna Gibson at 706-565-3677.

Admission criteria for freshmen or sophomores already enrolled at Columbus State University include:
• Recommendation from college or high school faculty (on designated form),
• SAT score of 1200 or higher with a 550 minimum on both sections; or ACT score of 24; or CPE score of 83 in math, 83 in reading, and 83 in English; or COMPASS score of 95 in reading, 97 in writing, 48 in math, and
• Cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher based on a minimum of 15 semester hours of degree credit (academic courses only).

In conjunction with the U.S. Army, CSU maintains a Department of Military Science for those students who elect to combine military leadership and managerial training with a traditional academic program. Through ROTC, a student can earn a commission as a second lieutenant in the Active Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. The Department of Military Science has two, three, and four-year scholarships available for qualified students. A monthly stipend of $300, $350, $450, or $500 is paid to those students who elect to contract with ROTC. Textbooks and other required course materials are furnished at no charge. Contact ROTC at (706) 568-2058.

The Servant Leadership Program is designed to build a community of future servant leaders though study, experiential learning, self-awareness, modeling, and mentoring.

Each year, a limited number of full-time entering freshmen are selected to receive stipends. These students take a two semester-hour seminar their first semester and a one-semester-hour seminar during each successive semester of their college careers. Additionally, they participate in practical leadership experiences, mentoring, and community service.

Projects, retreats, shadowing and interning with exemplary leaders will further enhance students' leadership education and development. Non-stipend students may also elect to participate.

The Writing Center, located in Woodall Hall 113, is a facility where CSU students may work on their writing assignments with trained and knowledgeable Peer Writing Consultants in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Call 706-568-2483 for more information.

The University College dean's office is located in Arnold Hall 126.

University Police

Health and Safety Center
706-568-2022 or 706-568-2097

Campus security is provided by sworn police officers in the University Police Department . They are responsible for a full range of public safety services including life and property safety, parking and traffic enforcement and enforcement of state and local laws. Officers patrol the University campus on foot, on bicycle, and in marked patrol vehicles. As a courtesy they frequently assist motorists with battery jump-off and keys locked in vehicles. Escort service is provided to parking lots or dorms after class if the student has made prior arrangements with the Department of Public Safety.

Reports of crimes on campus can be made anytime by calling 706-568-2022 or 706-568-2097.

The Columbus Police Department or the Muscogee County Sheriffs Department should be contacted to report crimes occurring off campus by dialing 911. If an emergency occurs off campus and a CSU student on campus must be located and notified, the caller should call 706-568-2022 and leave a message and a telephone number in case the student cannot be located.

For information about designated parking areas, parking permits, and fines for violations, see Motor Vehicle Regulations .

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