https://news.columbusstate.edu Columbus State University's official news feed. en-us Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:25:02 -0400 Modern Campus (OU Publish) https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/championship-caliber-giving-puts-csu-gives-fundraising-campaign-250-percent-over-goal/ The 2026 CSU Gives online giving campaign successfully engaged 877 donors, raising over $84,000 in support of the university and its students—surpassing its original donor goal by more than 250%. () Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:24:05 -0400 Championship-caliber giving puts ‘CSU Gives’ fundraising campaign 250% over goal Stylized text graphic with blue, bold "CSU" above scripty red "g.i.v.e.s." under it. Stylized text graphic with blue, bold "CSU" above scripty red "g.i.v.e.s." under it. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/championship-caliber-giving-puts-csu-gives-fundraising-campaign-250-percent-over-goal/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/april-7-baseball-birthday-bash-to-celebrate-cody-the-cougar-turning-56/ Cody’s 56th birthday on April 7 at Ragsdale Field will include a free party at 5 p.m. and free admission to the CSU Baseball game at 6 p.m. () Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:10:44 -0400 April 7 baseball birthday bash to celebrate Cody the Cougar turning 56 CSU mascot Cody the Cougar wearing a 'Hello My Name Is Cody' name tag behind a birthday cake that says 'Happy Birthday! CSU mascot Cody the Cougar wearing a 'Hello My Name Is Cody' name tag behind a birthday cake that says 'Happy Birthday! https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/april-7-baseball-birthday-bash-to-celebrate-cody-the-cougar-turning-56/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-rallies-alumni-supporters-for-annual-csu-gives-day-of-giving-april-6-7/ Beginning on April 6, the annual CSU Gives online giving drive will emphasize the impact of alumni donations on student experiences and academic success through competitive challenges and a campaign-ending birthday celebration for Cody the Cougar. () Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:47:59 -0400 Columbus State rallies alumni, supporters for annual ‘CSU Gives’ day of giving April 6-7 Stylized text graphic with blue, bold "CSU" above scripty red "g.i.v.e.s." under it. Stylized text graphic with blue, bold "CSU" above scripty red "g.i.v.e.s." under it. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-rallies-alumni-supporters-for-annual-csu-gives-day-of-giving-april-6-7/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/freshman-artists-mural-transforms-main-campus-showcases-student-creativity/ Students, led by art major Cora Pearl James, transformed the library loading dock into a vibrant mural, showcasing creativity and collaboration, while reflecting CSU’s commitment to student empowerment and community engagement. () Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:11:38 -0400 Freshman artist’s mural transforms Main Campus, showcases student creativity A split image featuring Cora Pearl James holding a paintbrush on the left and the completed campus mural on the right. A split image featuring Cora Pearl James holding a paintbrush on the left and the completed campus mural on the right. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/freshman-artists-mural-transforms-main-campus-showcases-student-creativity/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/legacy-celebration-honors-13-campus-community-leaders-2026/ Columbus State celebrated students, employees, alumni and community leaders at its annual Legacy Awards program on March 24 for their significant contributions to service, culture and inclusion on campus and beyond. () Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:23:10 -0400 Legacy Celebration honors 13 campus, community leaders Grid of photos and text "2026 Legacy Award Winners" Portraits of 12 award recipients and the logo for The Food Mill of Columbus, Georgia. Grid of photos and text "2026 Legacy Award Winners" Portraits of 12 award recipients and the logo for The Food Mill of Columbus, Georgia. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/legacy-celebration-honors-13-campus-community-leaders-2026/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-to-become-coca-cola-exclusive-campus-beginning-april-1/ As a Coca-Cola-exclusive campus, Columbus State will feature Coca-Cola products in all vending machines and benefit from corporate support, including scholarships, student programs, campus events and athletics. () Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:38:34 -0400 Columbus State to become Coca-Cola-exclusive campus beginning April 1 A smiling young woman with long blonde hair, wearing a red Columbus State polo shirt, holds up a glass bottle of Coca-Cola. She is standing outdoors on a sunny day with a blurred campus green and buildings in the background. A smiling young woman with long blonde hair, wearing a red Columbus State polo shirt, holds up a glass bottle of Coca-Cola. She is standing outdoors on a sunny day with a blurred campus green and buildings in the background. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-to-become-coca-cola-exclusive-campus-beginning-april-1/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/new-employer-advisory-council-to-further-build-career-development-bridge-between-columbus-state-students-regional-employers/ Through the Employer Advisory Council, students will benefit from deeper connections between the university and employers, while employers and the region will benefit from a stronger workforce development infrastructure. () Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:10:58 -0400 New Employer Advisory Council to further build career-development bridge between Columbus State students, regional employers A man in a navy suit and a woman in a turquoise blouse sit across from each other at a long gray table, engaged in conversation. The woman has long blonde hair and is resting her chin on her hand while holding a pen. In the background, other individuals are seated at the same table in a classroom or office setting, with a sign for an "Authorized Academy" partially visible on the right. A man in a navy suit and a woman in a turquoise blouse sit across from each other at a long gray table, engaged in conversation. The woman has long blonde hair and is resting her chin on her hand while holding a pen. In the background, other individuals are seated at the same table in a classroom or office setting, with a sign for an "Authorized Academy" partially visible on the right. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/new-employer-advisory-council-to-further-build-career-development-bridge-between-columbus-state-students-regional-employers/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/purpose-has-no-expiration-date-at-71-johnson-proves-its-never-too-late-to-learn-or-teach/ At 71, Glasenia Johnson is earning her master’s in special education—proving that purpose has no age limit as she channels a lifetime of experience into advocating for students who often go unseen. () Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:46:36 -0400 ‘Purpose has no expiration date’: At 71, Johnson proves it’s never too late to learn…or teach A framed portrait of a smiling Black woman with short, dark curly hair and colorful-framed glasses is positioned on the left side. The woman is wearing a dark blue top and a silver necklace, set against a blurred indoor background. To the right is a blue-tinted image of a large, traditional clock tower structure with trees at its base, all against a matching dark blue background. A framed portrait of a smiling Black woman with short, dark curly hair and colorful-framed glasses is positioned on the left side. The woman is wearing a dark blue top and a silver necklace, set against a blurred indoor background. To the right is a blue-tinted image of a large, traditional clock tower structure with trees at its base, all against a matching dark blue background. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/purpose-has-no-expiration-date-at-71-johnson-proves-its-never-too-late-to-learn-or-teach/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/experiential-learning-columbus-pd-partnership-place-students-on-the-scene-of-crime-investigation-scenarios/ Columbus State criminal justice students gain real-world investigative skills through immersive crime scene simulations created in collaboration with campus and city law enforcement mentors. () Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:52:44 -0500 Experiential learning, Columbus PD partnership place students on the scene of crime investigation scenarios A group of students sits and stands around a conference table in an office, listening to a man in a black polo shirt speak while another man in a similar uniform stands in the doorway. A group of students sits and stands around a conference table in an office, listening to a man in a black polo shirt speak while another man in a similar uniform stands in the doorway. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/experiential-learning-columbus-pd-partnership-place-students-on-the-scene-of-crime-investigation-scenarios/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/miracle-riders-meet-1m-fundraising-goal-announce-2026-ride-dates-and-continued-support-for-columbus-state/ Reaching their $1 million fundraising goal for nursing education, the Miracle Riders look to new ways to support the College of Education & Health Professions as they prepare for their 2026 multi-state Pony Express-themed ride. () Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:42:21 -0500 Miracle Riders meet $1M fundraising goal; announce 2026 ride dates and continued support for Columbus State Three people stand together smiling and holding a $1 million ceremonial check. Three people stand together smiling and holding a $1 million ceremonial check. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/miracle-riders-meet-1m-fundraising-goal-announce-2026-ride-dates-and-continued-support-for-columbus-state/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/hall-25-credits-research-experiences-mentoring-for-doctoral-studies-career-outlook/ Natural sciences master's graduate Whitney Hall, now pursuing a doctoral degree focused on mammal habitats and climate change impacts, credits hands-on research and faculty mentorship for her passion for scientific discovery. () Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:44:19 -0500 Cultivating curiosity: Hall ’25 credits research experiences, mentoring for doctoral studies, career outlook A woman with wavy hair and a man in a black polo shirt and glasses sit together in a science lab. A large microscope sits on the table in front of them, surrounded by lab equipment and storage shelving in the background. A woman with wavy hair and a man in a black polo shirt and glasses sit together in a science lab. A large microscope sits on the table in front of them, surrounded by lab equipment and storage shelving in the background. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/hall-25-credits-research-experiences-mentoring-for-doctoral-studies-career-outlook/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/music-alumni-alejandro-23-ilie-19-among-talented-lineup-for-upcoming-27th-annual-columbus-state-guitar-symposium/ The 27th annual Columbus State Guitar Symposium, featuring alumni Leonela Alejandro ’23 and Dragoș Ilie ’19, takes place Feb. 28 and March 1—showcasing guest concerts, masterclasses and competitions. () Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:32:42 -0500 Music alumni Alejandro ’23, Ilie ’19 among talented lineup for upcoming 27th annual Guitar Symposium Two close-up portraits of guitarists. The left image shows a woman with dark curly hair and red lipstick looking directly at the camera while holding a light-wood acoustic guitar. The right image shows a man looking down at his hands as he fingers a chord on a similar classical guitar Two close-up portraits of guitarists. The left image shows a woman with dark curly hair and red lipstick looking directly at the camera while holding a light-wood acoustic guitar. The right image shows a man looking down at his hands as he fingers a chord on a similar classical guitar https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/music-alumni-alejandro-23-ilie-19-among-talented-lineup-for-upcoming-27th-annual-columbus-state-guitar-symposium/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/explore-stem-degrees-careers-at-csus-coca-cola-space-science-center-on-march-14/ The free 2026 Georgia STEM Day on March 14 will feature hands-on activities and career insights for middle and high school students in various STEM fields. () Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:54:46 -0500 Explore STEM degrees, careers at CSU’s Coca-Cola Space Science Center on March 14 Gemini said A young boy looks through the eyepiece of a large solar telescope at an outdoor event. Standing behind the telescope are two Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff members wearing red t-shirts and blue lanyards, who are watching him with smiles. They are positioned under a white canopy tent in front of a brick building. The telescope has a large, blue-tinted solar filter on the front end. Gemini said A young boy looks through the eyepiece of a large solar telescope at an outdoor event. Standing behind the telescope are two Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff members wearing red t-shirts and blue lanyards, who are watching him with smiles. They are positioned under a white canopy tent in front of a brick building. The telescope has a large, blue-tinted solar filter on the front end. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/explore-stem-degrees-careers-at-csus-coca-cola-space-science-center-on-march-14/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/rooted-in-sustainability-columbus-state-earns-8th-consecutive-tree-campus-usa-designation/ Columbus State's commitment to sustainability and campus beautification earned it the Tree Campus USA designation from the Arbor Day Foundation for the eighth year in a row. () Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:34:26 -0500 Rooted in sustainability: Columbus State earns 8th consecutive Tree Campus USA designation Five people working together to plant a tree on a grassy campus lawn. Two students use shovels to move dirt while others stabilize the thin trunk and prepare the site in front of a large academic building. Five people working together to plant a tree on a grassy campus lawn. Two students use shovels to move dirt while others stabilize the thin trunk and prepare the site in front of a large academic building. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/rooted-in-sustainability-columbus-state-earns-8th-consecutive-tree-campus-usa-designation/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/thayers-generosity-opens-doors-for-students-to-career-building-internships-field-experiences/ The newly created Thayer Scholarship is enabling students to pursue valuable internships and hands-on experiences across various fields, enhancing their career readiness. () Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:21:42 -0500 Thayers’ generosity opens doors for students to career-building internships, field experiences Pamela and John Thayer stand side-by-side, smiling warmly at the camera in a brightly lit indoor setting. The woman, on the left, is wearing a black turtleneck layered under a white sleeveless knit sweater. The man, on the right, wears a grey patterned blazer over a white button-down shirt and a bold red-and-white striped tie. The background is softly blurred, showing hints of a white table and a window, suggesting a comfortable, formal, or celebratory environment. Pamela and John Thayer stand side-by-side, smiling warmly at the camera in a brightly lit indoor setting. The woman, on the left, is wearing a black turtleneck layered under a white sleeveless knit sweater. The man, on the right, wears a grey patterned blazer over a white button-down shirt and a bold red-and-white striped tie. The background is softly blurred, showing hints of a white table and a window, suggesting a comfortable, formal, or celebratory environment. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/thayers-generosity-opens-doors-for-students-to-career-building-internships-field-experiences/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/mrs-richard-hallock-extends-columbus-states-military-history-focus-through-newly-endowed-speaker-series/ Myriam Hallock's philanthropic gift enhances Columbus State's reputation in military history and foreign policy, establishing a new lecture series and supporting an endowment that promotes academic research and community engagement. () Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:39:00 -0500 Mrs. Richard Hallock extends Columbus State’s military history focus through newly endowed speaker series A composite image featuring two photographs with vintage aesthetics. On the left, a larger color photo shows Col. and Mrs. Richard Hallock posing together against a brick wall background; the man wears a dark suit and tie, and the woman wears a dark, patterned blouse and pearl earrings. Overlapping on the right is a smaller, vertical black-and-white identification card or document from the "United States Information Agency" dated "FEB 20 1956" in "SAIGON." This card features a portrait of Mrs. Hallock as a young adult, with "Myriam Johnston" handwritten along the side. A composite image featuring two photographs with vintage aesthetics. On the left, a larger color photo shows Col. and Mrs. Richard Hallock posing together against a brick wall background; the man wears a dark suit and tie, and the woman wears a dark, patterned blouse and pearl earrings. Overlapping on the right is a smaller, vertical black-and-white identification card or document from the "United States Information Agency" dated "FEB 20 1956" in "SAIGON." This card features a portrait of Mrs. Hallock as a young adult, with "Myriam Johnston" handwritten along the side. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/mrs-richard-hallock-extends-columbus-states-military-history-focus-through-newly-endowed-speaker-series/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/cybersecurity-nexus-program-transforming-lives-columbus-workforce/ The Cybersecurity Nexus Program's intensive, hands-on curriculum is equipping students to be competitive in today's tech workforce by helping them develop essential skills and earn industry certifications. () Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:00:12 -0500 Cybersecurity Nexus Program transforming lives, Columbus workforce A high-tech cybersecurity operations center. In the background, several large wall-mounted screens display world maps titled "LIVE CYBER THREAT MAP," showing digital connections and data points across the globe. In the foreground and middle ground, several students are seated at rows of computer workstations, their backs to the camera as they face the large displays. Many of the individual computer monitors show a white logo that reads "CSU CYBER" alongside a blue and red shield icon featuring a keyhole. The room is dimly lit, with the primary light source coming from the glowing screens, creating a professional and focused atmosphere. A high-tech cybersecurity operations center. In the background, several large wall-mounted screens display world maps titled "LIVE CYBER THREAT MAP," showing digital connections and data points across the globe. In the foreground and middle ground, several students are seated at rows of computer workstations, their backs to the camera as they face the large displays. Many of the individual computer monitors show a white logo that reads "CSU CYBER" alongside a blue and red shield icon featuring a keyhole. The room is dimly lit, with the primary light source coming from the glowing screens, creating a professional and focused atmosphere. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/cybersecurity-nexus-program-transforming-lives-columbus-workforce/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/bishop-presents-313k-in-congressional-funding-for-campus-public-safety/ Columbus State received $313,000 in federal funds to enhance campus safety through new police cruisers, technology and security cameras, improving emergency response and overall community safety. () Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:14:09 -0500 Bishop presents $313K in congressional funding for campus public safety An image showing (from left) Columbus State University Police Chief Debra Kennedy, Columbus State President Stuart Rayfield and U.S. Congressman Sanford Bishop holding an oversized ceremonial check for $313,000 from the U.S. Department of Treasury. The check, which is made out to Columbus State University, is designated for police cruisers and campus safety equipment. The three are standing in front of a blue backdrop featuring the Columbus State University logo. An image showing (from left) Columbus State University Police Chief Debra Kennedy, Columbus State President Stuart Rayfield and U.S. Congressman Sanford Bishop holding an oversized ceremonial check for $313,000 from the U.S. Department of Treasury. The check, which is made out to Columbus State University, is designated for police cruisers and campus safety equipment. The three are standing in front of a blue backdrop featuring the Columbus State University logo. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/bishop-presents-313k-in-congressional-funding-for-campus-public-safety/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/atlanta-real-estate-pioneer-to-keynote-march-25-legacy-celebration-award-nominations-ticket-sales-begin/ The annual Legacy Celebration on March 25 will feature keynote speaker T. Dallas Smith and honor 12 award recipients for their advocacy, leadership and accomplishments. () Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:54:17 -0500 Atlanta real estate pioneer to keynote March 25 Legacy Celebration; award nominations, ticket sales begin A close-up headshot of a smiling middle-aged Black man with a shaved head and a salt-and-pepper goatee. He is wearing a dark gray suit jacket, a white dress shirt, and a dark patterned tie against a solid black background. A close-up headshot of a smiling middle-aged Black man with a shaved head and a salt-and-pepper goatee. He is wearing a dark gray suit jacket, a white dress shirt, and a dark patterned tie against a solid black background. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/atlanta-real-estate-pioneer-to-keynote-march-25-legacy-celebration-award-nominations-ticket-sales-begin/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-grads-dominate-list-of-2026-muscogee-county-teacher-of-year-honorees/ Half of the Muscogee County School District's Teacher of the Year honorees are Columbus State alumni, showcasing the university's significant impact on local education through its degree programs and partnerships. () Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:03:14 -0500 Columbus State grads dominate list of 2026 Muscogee County Teacher of the Year honorees A group of approximately twenty-four educators poses for a group photo on a multi-tiered stage in a theater or auditorium. They are dressed in a variety of professional and business-casual attire, ranging from patterned dresses and blazers to sweaters and button-down shirts. The group is arranged across four rows, smiling at the camera. The background features warm wooden paneling and deep red stage curtains, creating a formal and celebratory atmosphere. A group of approximately twenty-four educators poses for a group photo on a multi-tiered stage in a theater or auditorium. They are dressed in a variety of professional and business-casual attire, ranging from patterned dresses and blazers to sweaters and button-down shirts. The group is arranged across four rows, smiling at the camera. The background features warm wooden paneling and deep red stage curtains, creating a formal and celebratory atmosphere. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-grads-dominate-list-of-2026-muscogee-county-teacher-of-year-honorees/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/mccullers-center-to-co-host-columbus-screening-discussion-of-wunderkind-carson-mccullers-documentary-on-feb-19/ A free screening and discussion of "Wunderkind Carson McCullers" on Feb. 19 will explore the Columbus-born author's literary and cultural contributions, and the city's influence on her work. () Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:06:57 -0500 McCullers Center to co-host Columbus screening, discussion of ‘Wunderkind Carson McCullers’ documentary on Feb. 19 A black-and-white photograph of author Carson McCullers from the early 1940s. She is seated sideways in a wooden chair, leaning her left arm against a piano and holding an open book of sheet music in her lap. She wears a dark, pinstriped suit with a white collared shirt and patterned argyle socks, her short hair styled in a bob with bangs. In the background, a desk with a typewriter and a shelf of books are visible, capturing her in a creative, studious environment. A black-and-white photograph of author Carson McCullers from the early 1940s. She is seated sideways in a wooden chair, leaning her left arm against a piano and holding an open book of sheet music in her lap. She wears a dark, pinstriped suit with a white collared shirt and patterned argyle socks, her short hair styled in a bob with bangs. In the background, a desk with a typewriter and a shelf of books are visible, capturing her in a creative, studious environment. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/mccullers-center-to-co-host-columbus-screening-discussion-of-wunderkind-carson-mccullers-documentary-on-feb-19/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/getting-to-the-why-data-science-intern-impacts-decision-making-at-fort-benning/ Interdisciplinary studies major Emily-Tabea Johnson combined data science and global communication to help military leaders solve complex problems by turning raw data into actionable insights. () Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:02:39 -0500 Getting to the ‘why’: Data science intern impacts decision-making at Fort Benning Johnson standing in front of a sign that reads: Welcome to Fort Benning, home of the Maneuver Center. Johnson standing in front of a sign that reads: Welcome to Fort Benning, home of the Maneuver Center. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/getting-to-the-why-data-science-intern-impacts-decision-making-at-fort-benning/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/internships-building-georgias-next-gen-tech-workforce-in-robotics-at-pratt-and-whitney-and-beyond/ Robotics Engineering master's student Roxann Poole is applying her advanced automation skills during an internship at Pratt & Whitney, actively developing technologies to support Georgia's aerospace workforce. () Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:20:11 -0500 Internships building Georgia’s next-gen tech workforce in robotics at Pratt & Whitney and beyond Poole holding one of her drone projects in the Robotics Engineering lab. Poole holding one of her drone projects in the Robotics Engineering lab. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/internships-building-georgias-next-gen-tech-workforce-in-robotics-at-pratt-and-whitney-and-beyond/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/recap-new-first-year-student-the-river-program-charts-a-course-for-academic-success-community-engagement/ Introduced in Fall 2025, Columbus State's new first-year course sequence, "The River," is enhancing learning by integrating local community engagement, tailored coursework, and essential career skills development. () Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:56:34 -0500 Recap: New first-year student ‘The River’ program charts a course for academic success, community engagement An instructor speaking along the banks of the Chattahoochee River to a group of Columbus State college students. An instructor speaking along the banks of the Chattahoochee River to a group of Columbus State college students. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/recap-new-first-year-student-the-river-program-charts-a-course-for-academic-success-community-engagement/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/golf-program-breaks-ground-launches-3.2M-campaign-to-create-countrys-premier-golf-facility/ The capital project, CSU Athletics' first since 2016, will add a new donor-funded clubhouse to its Golf Program, enhancing facilities to improve competitiveness and recruit top talent, while preserving the legacy of the Key family. () Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:43:25 -0500 Golf Program breaks ground, launches $3.2M campaign to create country’s premier golf facility Group of people wearing hardhats and propped against shovels preparing to shovel dirt for a ceremonial ground-breaking Group of people wearing hardhats and propped against shovels preparing to shovel dirt for a ceremonial ground-breaking https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/golf-program-breaks-ground-launches-3.2M-campaign-to-create-countrys-premier-golf-facility/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/engineering-a-brighter-future-robotics-major-transforming-lives-at-dimon-magnet-academy-through-science-mentoring/ Bridging his robotics expertise and diverse background with community service, Nehemiah Armstrong is mentoring children and developing a new literacy program at Dimon Magnet Academy. () Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:03:40 -0500 Engineering a brighter future: Robotics major transforming lives at Dimon Magnet Academy through science, mentoring Nehemiah Armstrong stands in the Dimon Magnet Academy Media Center. Nehemiah Armstrong stands in the Dimon Magnet Academy Media Center. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/engineering-a-brighter-future-robotics-major-transforming-lives-at-dimon-magnet-academy-through-science-mentoring/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/rayfield-makes-back-to-back-appearances-on-georgia-trends-100-most-influential-georgians-list/ Columbus State University President Stuart Rayfield again appears on Georgia Trend magazine's 100 most-influential list for her contributions and influence locally and statewide. () Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:07:19 -0500 Rayfield makes back-to-back appearances on Georgia Trend’s ‘100 Most Influential Georgians’ list Headshot of Stuart Rayfield with a graphic that reads: 100 Georgia Trend, 2026, 100 Most Influential Georgians Headshot of Stuart Rayfield with a graphic that reads: 100 Georgia Trend, 2026, 100 Most Influential Georgians https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/rayfield-makes-back-to-back-appearances-on-georgia-trends-100-most-influential-georgians-list/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/amanda-zarates-journey-from-tanks-to-theatre-education-to-teacher-of-the-year/ Two-time alumna. U.S. Army veteran and current K-5 drama teacher Amanda Zarate, who went from being a tank mechanic to Muscogee County's 2025 Teacher of the Year, is now back in the classroom pursuing a doctorate. () Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:25:53 -0500 Amanda Zarate’s journey: From tanks to theatre education to teacher of the year Amanda Zarate standing in a school hallway Amanda Zarate standing in a school hallway https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/amanda-zarates-journey-from-tanks-to-theatre-education-to-teacher-of-the-year/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/more-than-1100-undergrads-named-to-fall-2025-presidents-deans-lists/ Columbus State celebrates more than 20% of its Fall 2025 undergraduate students for achieving a place on either the President’s List or the Dean’s List. () Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:46:45 -0500 More than 1,100 undergrads named to Fall 2025 President’s, Deans’ Lists A student walking across campus with the words "Fall 2025 President's List and Deans' Lists" superimposed A student walking across campus with the words "Fall 2025 President's List and Deans' Lists" superimposed https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/more-than-1100-undergrads-named-to-fall-2025-presidents-deans-lists/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/research-schwimmers-decades-long-quest-leads-to-first-scholarly-accurate-replica-of-dinosaur-killer-croc/ Georgia's Tellus Science Museum now hosts the world's first scientifically accurate skeleton replica of a giant prehistoric crocodile species named in honor of Professor David Schwimmer. () Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:08:18 -0500 Research: Schwimmer’s decades-long quest leads to first scholarly accurate replica of ‘dinosaur-killer’ croc Dr. David Schwimmer standing in his lab (left) and the Deinosuchus schwimmeri replica on display in the Tellus Science Museum (right) Dr. David Schwimmer standing in his lab (left) and the Deinosuchus schwimmeri replica on display in the Tellus Science Museum (right) https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/research-schwimmers-decades-long-quest-leads-to-first-scholarly-accurate-replica-of-dinosaur-killer-croc/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/the-ripple-effect-tedxcolumbusstateu-brings-ideas-worth-sharing-to-the-stage-on-jan-15/ Columbus State hosts TEDx on Jan. 15, featuring nine diverse speakers sharing innovative ideas on creativity, leadership and resilience. () Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:24:57 -0500 ‘The ripple effect:’ TEDxColumbusStateU brings ‘ideas worth sharing’ to the stage on Jan. 15 A grid of nine headshots with a TEDxColumbusStateU logo A grid of nine headshots with a TEDxColumbusStateU logo https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/the-ripple-effect-tedxcolumbusstateu-brings-ideas-worth-sharing-to-the-stage-on-jan-15/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/by-the-numbers-columbus-state-to-celebrate-1000-plus-graduates-during-fall-commencement/ Columbus State will honor 1,060 Fall 2025 graduates during commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 12, which will also feature alumnus Curtis Walker '22 as the featured speaker at each. () Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:48:36 -0500 By the numbers: Columbus State to celebrate 1,000-plus graduates during fall commencement An infographic with college graduates dressed in caps and gowns posing with the Cody the Cougar mascot with superimposed text: Fall 2025 Commencement, 1,060 total graduates An infographic with college graduates dressed in caps and gowns posing with the Cody the Cougar mascot with superimposed text: Fall 2025 Commencement, 1,060 total graduates https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/by-the-numbers-columbus-state-to-celebrate-1000-plus-graduates-during-fall-commencement/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/former-two-term-sga-president-walker-22-returns-as-fall-commencement-speaker/ Curtis Walker will share his insights on resilience while reflecting on his CSU student experience as the speaker for all three commencement ceremonies on Dec. 12. () Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:45:09 -0500 Former two-term SGA president Walker ’22 returns as fall commencement speaker Headshot of Curtis Walker accompanied by a mortar board and diploma icon above the text Curtis Walker '22 Fall Commencement Speaker Headshot of Curtis Walker accompanied by a mortar board and diploma icon above the text Curtis Walker '22 Fall Commencement Speaker https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/former-two-term-sga-president-walker-22-returns-as-fall-commencement-speaker/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-welcomes-seven-new-trustees-to-its-foundation-board/ Each new trustee brings professional expertise and a deep commitment to advancing the university’s mission to their new Foundation Board role. () Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:55:37 -0500 Columbus State welcomes seven new trustees to its Foundation Board Headshots of new CSU Foundation Board of Trustees appointments (left to right, top row): Baker, Cheves, Gower and Hensen; (bottom row) Hunter, Schondelmayer, Turner and Stone. Headshots of new CSU Foundation Board of Trustees appointments (left to right, top row): Baker, Cheves, Gower and Hensen; (bottom row) Hunter, Schondelmayer, Turner and Stone. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-welcomes-seven-new-trustees-to-its-foundation-board/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/20-years-of-shaping-leaders-leadership-institute-celebrates-milestone-charts-growth/ Celebrating two decades of leadership development, the Leadership Institute is unveiling plans for future growth through enhanced educational offerings and expanded partnerships. () Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:42:03 -0500 20 years of shaping leaders: Leadership Institute celebrates milestone, charts growth A group photo of current and past leaders, staff and affiliates of the Leadership Institute on a stage at the organization's 20th anniversary luncheon A group photo of current and past leaders, staff and affiliates of the Leadership Institute on a stage at the organization's 20th anniversary luncheon https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/20-years-of-shaping-leaders-leadership-institute-celebrates-milestone-charts-growth/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/continuing-and-professional-education-launches-new-online-credentials-to-prepare-learners-for-the-future-of-work/ Three new fully online, self-paced credentials—Generative AI Foundations, Professional Communication, and Project Management Foundations—are equipping professionals and students with in-demand skills for today's job market. () Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:29:30 -0500 Continuing & Professional Education launches new online credentials to prepare learners for the future of work Two students sitting at a table studying, with a "Certified" badge superimposed over the photo Two students sitting at a table studying, with a "Certified" badge superimposed over the photo https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/continuing-and-professional-education-launches-new-online-credentials-to-prepare-learners-for-the-future-of-work/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/dec-2-tip-off-and-campus-lighting-event-kicks-off-mens-basketball-holiday-seasons/ The free community event promises holiday and Cougar-spirited fun for families and fans while collecting nonperishable food donations for the campus food pantry. () Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:34:58 -0500 Dec. 2 Tip-Off & Campus Lighting event kicks off men's basketball, holiday seasons Cody the Cougar mascot dressed as Santa Claus standing in front of a decorated Christmas treel Cody the Cougar mascot dressed as Santa Claus standing in front of a decorated Christmas treel https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/dec-2-tip-off-and-campus-lighting-event-kicks-off-mens-basketball-holiday-seasons/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/miracle-riders-columbus-state-leaders-dedicate-school-of-nursing-nicu-simulation-lab/ The new NICU sim lab will provide nursing students with greater hands-on learning with advanced medical equipment and scenarios involving the care of premature infants. () Fri, 14 Nov 2025 03:56:13 -0500 Miracle Riders, Columbus State leaders dedicate School of Nursing NICU simulation lab A group of people are cutting a grand-opening ribbon for the new NICU simulation lab in the School of Nursing A group of people are cutting a grand-opening ribbon for the new NICU simulation lab in the School of Nursing https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/miracle-riders-columbus-state-leaders-dedicate-school-of-nursing-nicu-simulation-lab/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/tillery-12-15-among-georgia-trends-2025-40-under-40/ Two-time alumna Hayley Henderson Tillery credits her professional success and servant leader mindset to her academic and co-curricular experiences at Columbus State. () Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:15:57 -0500 Tillery ’12,’15 among Georgia Trend’s 2025 ‘40 under 40’ Haley Tillery in a blue dress Haley Tillery in a blue dress https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/tillery-12-15-among-georgia-trends-2025-40-under-40/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/reaccreditation-affirms-nursing-programs-high-standards-quality/ The School of Nursing’s recent reaccreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and its recent 95.65% NCLEX nursing certification exam pass rate affirms the quality of the university’s nursing programs. () Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:42:20 -0500 Reaccreditation affirms nursing program’s high standards, quality CSU Nursing student training on a anatomical cross-section model CSU Nursing student training on a anatomical cross-section model https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/reaccreditation-affirms-nursing-programs-high-standards-quality/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/nov-6-birthday-open-house-lecture-to-wrap-archives-year-long-50th-anniversary-celebration/ The festivities highlight the Archives & Special Collections' enduring role in preserving local history and expanding its collections over the past five decades. () Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:53:11 -0400 Nov. 6 birthday open house, lecture to wrap Archives’ year-long 50th anniversary celebration Archives and Special Collections 50th anniversary badge Archives and Special Collections 50th anniversary badge https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/nov-6-birthday-open-house-lecture-to-wrap-archives-year-long-50th-anniversary-celebration/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/five-inducted-into-college-of-education-and-health-professions-hall-of-fame-2025/ The 2025 inductees—educators and health professionals, each with decades of career experience—are all graduates of the college. () Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:05:00 -0400 Five inducted into College of Education & Health Professions Hall of Fame Group of five alumni holding gold Hall of Fame plaques Group of five alumni holding gold Hall of Fame plaques https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/five-inducted-into-college-of-education-and-health-professions-hall-of-fame-2025/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-to-honor-veterans-commemorate-veterans-day-with-nov-10-events/ A ceremony and other events will celebrate the role veterans and their service play in the life of Columbus State, the community and our nation. () Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:24:09 -0400 Columbus State to honor veterans, commemorate Veterans Day with Nov. 10 events Veterans Day Ceremony and Activities promotional graphic Veterans Day Ceremony and Activities promotional graphic https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus-state-to-honor-veterans-commemorate-veterans-day-with-nov-10-events/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/discovery-an-old-fish-fossil-tells-new-story-about-lamniform-shark-evolution/ Faculty and student researchers at Columbus State were part of an international team whose groundbreaking findings on the evolution of lamniform sharks revealed that the gigantic species emerged earlier than previously thought. () Mon, 27 Oct 2025 15:46:47 -0400 Discovery: An old fish fossil tells new story about lamniform shark evolution An artist’s rendering of the newly discovered species of lamniform shark (bottom) compared to a plesiosaur (marine reptile) living at the same time (top). (courtesy of Pollyanna von Knorring, Swedish Museum of Natural History) An artist’s rendering of the newly discovered species of lamniform shark (bottom) compared to a plesiosaur (marine reptile) living at the same time (top). (courtesy of Pollyanna von Knorring, Swedish Museum of Natural History) https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/discovery-an-old-fish-fossil-tells-new-story-about-lamniform-shark-evolution/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus_state_university_leads_columbus_delegation_to_global_entrepreneurship_forum_in_south_korea/ Columbus State University leads a Columbus, Ga. delegation to Korea this week to participate in the 2025 Jinju International Forum on Entrepreneurship in Jinju, South Korea, () Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:37:04 -0400 Columbus State University Leads Columbus Delegation to Global Entrepreneurship Forum in South Korea CSU clocktower CSU clocktower https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus_state_university_leads_columbus_delegation_to_global_entrepreneurship_forum_in_south_korea/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus_state_swears_in_new_chief_over_university_police_department/ Today, Columbus State University celebrates the swearing-in of Debra Kennedy as chief over the University Police Department. () Fri, 03 Oct 2025 20:27:30 -0400 Columbus State swears in new chief over University Police Department Headshot of CSU Police Chief Debra Kennedy Headshot of CSU Police Chief Debra Kennedy https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/columbus_state_swears_in_new_chief_over_university_police_department/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/research-ancient-fossil-upends-assumptions-about-origins-of-two-thirds-of-all-freshwater-fish/ Published in Science, this research reshapes our understanding of the evolutionary origins of freshwater fish, providing crucial insights into the adaptability and evolutionary history of aquatic life. () Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0400 Research: Ancient fossil upends assumptions about origins of two-thirds of all freshwater fish An image of the Acronichthys maccagnoi fossil (courtesy of Dr. Juan Liu of the University of California); Newbrey; the Science magazine logo An image of the Acronichthys maccagnoi fossil (courtesy of Dr. Juan Liu of the University of California); Newbrey; the Science magazine logo https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/research-ancient-fossil-upends-assumptions-about-origins-of-two-thirds-of-all-freshwater-fish/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/suspect-from-sept-26-assault-arrested-jailed-without-bond/ The suspect at the center of a RiverPark Campus assault on Sept. 26 has been charged with multiple serious offenses as he awaits trial. () Wed, 01 Oct 2025 20:35:24 -0400 Suspect from Sept. 26 assault arrested, jailed without bond CSU clocktower CSU clocktower https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/suspect-from-sept-26-assault-arrested-jailed-without-bond/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/oct-11-family-fun-day-to-mark-oxbow-meadows-30th-anniversary/ The free family-focused event Oct. 11 spotlights the ways Oxbow Meadows has helped visitors engage with the outdoors and its mission to educate and inspire visitors about nature and environmental conservation. () Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:24:03 -0400 Oct. 11 ‘Family Fun Day’ to mark Oxbow Meadows’ 30th anniversary Collage of photos showing the exterior of the Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, its alligator exhibit and its gopher turtle exhibit Collage of photos showing the exterior of the Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, its alligator exhibit and its gopher turtle exhibit https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/oct-11-family-fun-day-to-mark-oxbow-meadows-30th-anniversary/ https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/a-decade-in-the-making-girls-in-the-game-exceeds-1.3m-in-giving-to-female-student-athlete-scholarships/ The Girls In The Game program has raised over $1.3 million in scholarship donations to support female student-athletes, enhancing their academic and athletic opportunities. () Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:11:09 -0400 A Decade in the Making: Girls In The Game exceeds $1.3M in giving to female student-athlete scholarships Student-athletes holding up placards with numbers that read $1,346,532. Student-athletes holding up placards with numbers that read $1,346,532. https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/a-decade-in-the-making-girls-in-the-game-exceeds-1.3m-in-giving-to-female-student-athlete-scholarships/