Columbus State rallies alumni, supporters for annual âCSU Givesâ day of giving April 6-7
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Twenty-four hours. Dozens of opportunities to give. Thatâs what awaits our alumni and friends starting at 5 p.m. on Monday, April 6, when we launch our annual 24-hour online day of giving. Check out our competitive âpower hoursâ and other special challenges where you can quickly impact studentsâ experiences and academic success through their charitable contributions. read more >>
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April 7 baseball birthday bash to celebrate Cody the Cougar turning 56
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CSU will celebrate its favorite mascotâs 56th birthday on Tuesday, April 7, at Ragsdale Field with a party starting at 5 p.m., a CSU Baseball game at 6 p.m. and tons of funâall for free! read more >>
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Cultivating curiosity: Hall â25 credits research experiences, mentoring for doctoral studies, career outlook
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For Whitney Hall â25, the journey to scientific discovery runs deeper than the waterways she studied as a natural sciences masterâs student at CSU. read more >>
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Miracle Riders meet $1M fundraising goal; announce 2026 ride dates and continued support for Columbus State
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Five years and tens of thousands of miles on the road after pledging to create new nursing simulation labs for the School of Nursing, the Miracle Riders announced that they have reached their $1 million fundraising goal for CSU while pledging to continue supporting the university. read more >>
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New Employer Advisory Council to further build career-development bridge between CSU students, regional employers
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A new Employer Advisory Council at CSU is enhancing studentsâ career prospects with the regionâs employersâranging from internships and co-ops to post-graduate jobs. read more >>
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| Freshman artistâs mural transforms Main Campus, showcases student creativity
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Students, led by art major Cora Pearl James, transformed the Schwob Memorial Libraryâs loading dock into a vibrant mural that showcases creativity and collaboration. read more >>
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Michael Barden '97
was selected as the sole finalist for Harris County School District superintendent.
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| Morgan Wilson '19
was promoted to director of development at the Columbus Museum.
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Received a promotion? Won an award? Had a baby? Got married? Simply need to update your contact information? SHARE YOUR CLASS NOTE >>
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Thursday, Apr. 2 | First Thursday
5:00 p.m. | EPIC Restaurant, Columbus
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Connect with fellow Cougars at First Thursday, hosted by the CSU Alumni Association! Register online >>
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Monday, Apr. 6 | CSU G.I.V.E.S. 2026
All-day event | Online
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CSU's one-day giving showdown for the people and programs that make CSU incredible. Think of it as a campus-wide championship where everyone gets to play. Learn more >>
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Tuesday, Apr. 7 | Cody's Birthday Bash
5:00 p.m. | Ragsdale Field
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Come out and celebrate Cody's 56th Birthday with us. Wear red or your favorite CSU spirit wear. The free festivities start at 5 p.m.
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Tuesday, Apr. 25 | Spring Swing
6:30 p.m. | Frank G. Lumpkin Jr. Center
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Spring Swing brings dancing and dining to CSU, where participants can show off their fancy footwork or just enjoy a casual evening with friends. The evening features fantastic food, the best beverages, marvelous music, and the CSU Cougar Dance Cup Competition. Register online >>
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Friday, May 1 | CSU Alumni Night at the Clingstones
7:00 p.m. | Synovus Park
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Come out for CSU Alumni Night! Enjoy a game at the ballpark and a 90-minute all-you-can-eat buffet! Buffet includes hot dogs, hamburgers, baked beans, cole slaw, kettle chips, cookies, water, sweet tea, and lemonade! Purchase tickets >>
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The Lady Cougars ended the season as the Peach Belt Regular Season champions with a record of 25-5 overall and 18-2 in conference play, while the Cougars wrapped the season 23-9 overall and 15-5 in conference play. Along the way, Columbus State garnered menâs and womenâs player of the year titles, as well as the womenâs coach of the year title.
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CSU GIVES is Around the Corner â Get Ready to Give! đ
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We're so close! Join fellow Cougar alumni in making a powerful impact during CSU GIVES 2026, happening April 6â7. Donât miss the Alumni Power Hour on April 7 from 8â9 a.m.âset your clocks for giving, sharing and fun challenges! Your support helps create transformational opportunities for current CSU students.
đ Get ready to give, share and show your Cougar pride!
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