Student Belonging & Success
CARE Management
www.csuohio.edu/care
As our name indicates, our department cares about our students. Cleveland State University is committed to supporting our undergraduate and graduate students as they face barriers and challenges to their educational success. CARE offers resources and referrals for students, support and outreach for faculty and staff, and collaborates across campus and throughout Ohio to provide options and advocacy. Whether someone is facing concerns at school or at home, on-campus or remotely, CARE is here to help. We also encourage and promote a culture where concerns are reported. If a CSU community member is struggling or needs assistance, email magnusacts@csuohio.edu so a CARE Manager can reach out.
Mission Statement: The goal of the CARE Manager is to provide holistic support to members of the CSU community, to connect students with resources on and off-campus, and to increase collaboration between campus partners.
What to Expect: All students who submit an email or who are referred by email to magnusacts@csuohio.edu will be assigned a CARE Manager. A CARE Manager will reach out to the individual to see how CARE may be helpful. A CARE Manager provides support and case management services for members of the CSU Community and works with students to develop an action plan to address the student’s individual needs. A CARE Manager also helps navigate policies and procedures on campus, connects with support systems, and determines what resources might be most helpful. There is also Clinical CARE offered through Counseling and Health who provide confidential case management including assistance with applying for insurance, locating resources for food and shelter, and connecting to a therapist in the community.
Accessing CARE: Email magnusacts@csuohio.edu or call 216.687.2048 to refer someone or make a self-referral.
Graduation Success Coaching
https://www.csuohio.edu/graduationcoach
Berkman Hall 215
216-875-5316
Graduation Coaches work with a diverse cohort of first-generation students throughout their entire time at Cleveland State University. By providing motivation, encouragement and guiding them to the available resources, coaches help students succeed academically and personally. The goal of the program is to eliminate barriers and to keep students engaged in their learning and with each other. The Graduation Coaching Program aims to foster a community at CSU and help students build a network they can rely on beyond their time at Cleveland State University.
TRIO/Student Support Services
https://www.csuohio.edu/trio/triostudent-support-services
Berkman Hall 110
trioadvising@csuohio.edu
216-687-2402
The Student Support Services (SSS) Program is one of 8 TRIO grant funded programs offered through the U.S. Department of Education and has been part of the Cleveland State University Campus for over 50 years. The TRIO/SSS Program is designed to help first - generation college and/or low-income students progress toward graduation. TRIO/SSS provides opportunities for academic development, assistance with college requirements and the motivation and support needed to complete a college degree!
Career Development & Exploration
www.clestatecareers.com
Rhodes West 280
careers@csuohio.edu
216-687-2233
Career Development & Exploration strives to be a premier career support center by providing relevant and forward-thinking programs and services to best serve all students at Cleveland State University.
We serve all students and alumni connected to CSU. Our mission is making sure you leverage the university to achieve your highest goals now and in the future!
Our personalized services include:
- Coaching to help you navigate your career pathway at CSU and post-graduation.
- Resources, workshops and events to further your professional development.
- In-depth resume and cover letter review.
- Professional presence coaching and networking advice.
- Mock interview experience in a safe, practice setting.
- Free professional headshots from our CSU Headshot Photo Booth.
- Free entrance exam test prep via Kaplan.
- Connections with local and national employers.
- Support in crafting your internship or job search strategy.
Workforce Support (for students looking to enter the workforce upon graduation): Our staff is passionate about empowering you as you develop and recognize your strengths and the unique talent you bring to the workplace. We’ll work with you to best leverage your time while at CSU with experiences to enhance your resume as well as strategize with you around landing your first job and launching your career post-graduation.
Student Employment (for students looking to work on campus): If you are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours, you are eligible to apply for a paid, part-time job or internship on campus! Many students are even eligible to participate in our On-Campus Internship Program-an opportunity designed to enhance your skills and gain relevant, meaningful work experience.
Sullivan-Deckard Scholarship Opportunity Program
https://www.csuohio.edu/prattcenter/sullivan-deckard-scholarship-opportunity-program-0
The Sullivan-Deckard Scholarship Opportunity Program provides an opportunity for highly motivated youth who are aging out of foster care to pursue an undergraduate degree. The program offers the benefits of a world-class education at Cleveland State University with a system of support that is customized and structured to meet the academic, social, and financial needs of college students. The goal is to help students make a smooth transition to independent living, successfully complete engaged learning for personal and professional development, and ultimately earn a bachelor’s degree.
Link Program
https://www.csuohio.edu/sbs/link-program
CSU’s LINK Program has for years provided minority students, largely from Greater Cleveland-area high schools, with internship and cooperative education opportunities. Its goals have been both to promote minority student participation in occupational fields that are in high demand as well as to serve as a recruitment and retention tool for promising students.
Centers for Student Belonging
Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement
www.csuohio.edu/diversity
Rhodes Tower 1254
oaime@csuohio.edu
216-687-9330
The Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement mission is to create a sense of inclusion so that all members of the CSU community are welcomed, valued, engaged, and empowered. Our programs and services seek to do the following:
Drive the successful strategy implementation of CSU 2.0 in ways that increase Campus Engagement, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Provide complimentary services, programs, and activities that help to increase campus awareness of social justice and equity issues of underrepresented student populations and promote multicultural student success.
Leverage operational, private gift and CSU foundation resources to oversee the Pratt Center and OIAME offices to conduct multicultural programming & research, attract, retain, and develop talent and strengthen the university’s mission to become a beacon institution leading higher education spaces in best practices and emerging research.
LGBTQ+ Student Services
www.csuohio.edu/lgbtq
Berkman Hall 211
lgbtq@csuohio.edu
216-687-2324
LGBTQ+ Student Services is committed to enhancing the overall educational and social experience of the CSU community. We provide resources, support, and educational programming that promotes the academic and personal growth and development of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (+) students and their allies, work to assure unrestricted access to and full involvement in all aspects of CSU, and strive to create a more inclusive and welcoming campus climate for all students.
The Mareyjoyce Green Women’s Center
www.csuohio.edu/womenscenter
Berkman Hall 142
womenscenter@csuohio.edu
216-687-4674
The Mareyjoyce Green Women’s Center (MGWC) strives to remove barriers to gender equity and advocate for an inclusive educational and working environment on campus for people of all genders. We focus on helping others realize their full potential through programs that center around personal growth as well as working toward societal change.
We support pay equity, consent, anti-racist action, body positivity, self-care, trans-rights, co-creating safer spaces, and supporting students as they navigate new laws and policies around body autonomy and healthcare access.
The Women’s Center offers a variety of resources such as multiple lactation spaces, a parent room, menstrual products, study spaces, computer lab, and group meeting area. Through our programs and services, we aim to support women on campus, embrace intersectionality, and promote gender equity and inclusion throughout the Cleveland State University community.
Veteran & Military Success Program
www.csuohio.edu/vikingvets
Trinity Commons
2254 Euclid Ave
vikingvets@csuohio.edu
216-875-9996
Known as The Viking Vets, the Veteran & Military Success Center serves over 400+ veterans attending Cleveland State University and provides the following services to all veterans, service-members and military families attending CSU:
- Admissions assistance and counseling
- VA benefits (including the GI Bill) counseling and access to VA services in northeast Ohio
- Assistance to those serving with class concerns arising from deployment, ADT and even IDT
- A Dayroom - the veterans’ lounge includes a separate computer room, quiet study/tutoring room and the VA VetSuccess Counselor
- A veteran student staff that can assist with any concern or connect students to on and off campus resources
- VA VetSuccess Counselor - in-house VA benefits specialist (a VA employee)
- Veterans Certifying Official
- Counseling services as needed - either using campus programs or referrals to the VA
- A chapter of the Student Veterans of America (SVA)
- Mentoring program to help with the transition from the military to higher education and eventual fulfilling careers
- Education/Speaker Series - Weekly information sessions from campus and community partners with a dedicated focus on supporting veteran/military-connected students. Ex: Certifying Official guidance, Disability Office resources, VA Transition Counselors’ assistance, and robust discussions on veteran employment opportunities and VA health programs.
The Pratt Center
www.csuohio.edu/prattcenter
Rhodes Tower 1254
oaime@csuohio.edu
216-687-9330
The Pratt Center provides a unique multipurpose space at Cleveland State University that enables students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds in learning to navigate a diverse global society. The Fostering Success and Leadership Programs are designed for youth who are aging out of foster care or have experienced foster care and aspire to pursue an undergraduate degree.
A comparison of other similarly missioned Student Success Centers is important to understand the value of an on-site integrated space aimed at fostering the academic growth, leadership, development, and retention of students.
Our professionally trained Student Navigators specialize in a variety of academic related subjects to assist CSU students with the highest quality of support.
Student Access, Advocacy, & Engagement
Center for Campus Engagement
https://www.csuohio.edu/campus-engagement/campus-engagement
Student Center 343
studentorgs@csuohio.edu
216-523-7450
Located in the Student Center, room 343, The Center for Campus Engagement (CCE) is a unit in the Division of Student Affairs. Their priority is to cultivate an environment for building a vibrant, engaging community through student organizations, leadership development, programming, and learning opportunities.
CCE directly supports all Cleveland State University Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs), oversee the Fraternity & Sorority Community, support Student Government Association (SGA) and manage the Jeffrey A. Kalista Student Organization Center Office Suite.
The Center for Campus Engagement is the university’s first stop for students wanting to get involved on campus, serve the community, and develop their leadership skills. Research demonstrates that students who are active participants in the life of the institution are much more likely to persist and have successful academic careers. Getting involved in campus life provides students the opportunity to build connections with fellow students, faculty, and staff and to develop lifelong friends and mentors. CSI provides a plethora of outstanding opportunities for students to “Get Involved”, no matter what their interests are throughout their time pursuing their dreams at Cleveland State.
Student Organizations
Cleveland State students possess the ability to engage in multiple interests. There are over 200 student organizations on campus recognized by the Center for Campus Engagement that enrich the social, cultural, and educational experiences of CSU students. In general, the clubs and organizations at CSU span the following areas:
- Academic
- Professional & Honorary
- Cultural & Ethnic
- Athletic & Club Sports
- Fraternity & Sorority
- Leadership & Governing
- Media
- Political
- Religious & Faith Based
- Special Interest
List of Orgs
As part of the annual renewal process, all Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) at CSU must be registered in the online system called VikesConnect. To search for student organizations, simply go to: https://csuohio.presence.io/organizations
Student Media
Student publications provide students with excellent opportunities for experience in writing and editing a literary magazine or newspaper. These publications are financed in part by general fees and are edited by students who are selected by the publication staff members. Publications include:
The Cauldron, a newspaper offering news, sports, culture, and opinions that impact CSU students and the surrounding community. Students are needed as writers, editors, photographers, advertising reps, and more. The Cauldron office is located in BH 470.
The Vindicator, a monthly multicultural magazine presenting in-depth articles, news and opinions about our diverse campus and Cleveland community. Students are needed as writers, editors, photographers, advertising reps, and more. The Vindicator office is located in BH 472.
The Gavel, Cleveland State University College of Law’s award-winning monthly newspaper covering the issues that affect law students at CSU. The Gavel office is located in the Law Building, room 13.
WCSB 89.3fm Radio Station, In addition to the publications, CSU also boasts WCSB 89.3 FM, the student-run radio station. For over 40 years, WCSB has offered the Cleveland community a wide variety of alternative music programming, ranging from indie rock to classical, reggae to fusion and anything else not found on commercial radio. In addition to music, WCSB airs a variety of public affairs shows offering insight into the issues of the day. Students interested in alternative programming are encouraged to apply, www.wcsb.org. WCSB is located on the fourth floor of the Cole Center, 3100 Chester Avenue.
Student Government Association
https://csuohio.presence.io/organization/student-government-association
https://www.csusga.com/
Student Center 217 & 218
SGAPresident@csuohio.edu
The Cleveland State University Student Government Association (SGA) provides an open forum for students to formulate their beliefs and voice their concerns to the University Board of Trustees, administration, and faculty. SGA also offers funding to CSU student organizations and selects students to serve on university committees. Student Government offices are in SC 217 & 218. They encourage students to stop by and meet their representatives.
Fraternity & Sorority Life
www.csuohio.edu/student-involvement/fraternity-sorority-life-0
Student Center 343
fsl@csuohio.edu
CSU is proud to host a community comprised of several national collegiate fraternal organizations. It is our sincere hope that you will become part of our future and leave your legacy at CSU.
Members of the Fraternity & Sorority Community at Cleveland State create smaller communities within the larger university environment:
- Leadership Development
- Academic Excellence
- Community Service & Philanthropy
- A Home Away from Home
- Brotherhood & Sisterhood
- Learning outside of the classroom
- Spiritual, Intellectual, & Social Growth & Development
- Alumni Involvement
Building lifelong friendships through collaborative and meaningful relationships is also a major component to the fraternity and sorority experience at Cleveland State.
Service/Volunteer Program
https://csuohio.presence.io/organization/viking-expeditions
Student Center 338
ve.president@csuohio.edu
Viking Expeditions (VE) is a student-led service organization that partners with a variety of agencies in the Greater Cleveland area to address the needs of the local community. VE provides Cleveland State University students with both national and international service opportunities by offering affordable alternative break trips around the globe. The goal of these trips is to give students valuable life experiences while broadening their worldview. Viking Expeditions office is in the Student Center, room 338. They can be reached at vikingexpeditions@csuohio.edu.
Community Standards & Advocacy
https://www.csuohio.edu/sites/default/files/3344-83-01_Student_code_of_conduct_posted_policy_register.pdf
Student Center 319
216-687-2048
The Office of Community Standards & Advocacy promotes a campus culture of safety, respect, accountability, and belonging by facilitating the Student Code of Conduct and administering the Policy for Academic Misconduct.
Counseling Center
www.csuohio.edu/counselingcenter
Union Building, 1836 Euclid Ave 220
216-687-2277
The Counseling Center supports and empowers our diverse student community by providing confidential psychological services, including group, individual, and couples counseling; psychiatry; workshops; trainings; and consultation. We provide free short-term therapy, crisis counseling, and referrals. Services are available in-person or through telehealth. To get started with us, call or visit our website to schedule a telephone screening. Crisis counseling is available Monday-Friday 1:00 - 3:00 pm. After hours crisis counseling by phone is available evenings and weekends by calling our main number.
CSU Clinic
https://www.csuohio.edu/health
Center for Innovations in Medical Professions (CIMP), room 205
CSUHealthCenter@metrohealth.org
216-687-3649
CSU Clinic is a high-quality medical facility committed to serving the medical needs of the CSU community. Staffed by certified nurse practitioners and doctors, it offers a wide variety of services including primary and same day care, health counseling, limited in-house pharmacy and lab services, shots, and immunizations, and more.
Dean of Students
https://www.csuohio.edu/deanofstudents
Student Center 319
deanofstudents@csuohio.edu
216-687-2048
The Dean of Students Office provides individualized care and support to students in need and space to create a healthy environment by promoting safety, healing, and wellbeing for all students. The Dean of Student’s work is based in equity and access and is an advocate for necessary change through dialogue, policy review, and student engagement.
Disability & Testing Services
www.csuohio.edu/disability
Rhodes West 210 and Rhodes West 215
ods@csuohio.edu and testingservices@csuohio.edu
216-687-2015 or 216-687-2272
The Office of Disability and Testing Services is committed to assisting all CSU students with disabilities by creating opportunities to take full advantage of the University’s academic, clinical, fieldwork, and residential programs. The office offers programs and services for a wide variety of conditions including, but not limited to: visual impairments, hearing impairments, dexterity impairments, chronic health conditions, mental health, learning disabilities, Autism, ADHD, and temporary disabilities.
Students who wish to request accommodations through ODTS will need to complete our online application process found at www.csuohio.edu/disability/register
Please note, supporting documentation regarding the disability is required with the application. Accommodations are individualized and dependent upon student needs and course requirements. For more information about documentation requirements and potential accommodations, please visit the ODS website at https://www.csuohio.edu/disability or schedule a meeting with a disability specialist by emailing ODS@csuohio.edu.
Testing Services supports CSU students and faculty by offering placement testing, test scoring services, and proctoring exams for students with disabilities or other students taking make up exams through partner services. Please note that all testing appointments must be scheduled in advance. For more information you can visit https://www.csuohio.edu/disability/testingserv or you can call 216-687-2272 or e-mail testingservices@csuohio.edu.
Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday.
Lift Up Vikes!
www.csuohio.edu/liftupvikes
Berkman Hall 122
liftupvikes@csuohio.edu
216-687-5105
Lift Up Vikes! Resource Center & Food Pantry connects students with food and other basic needs so they can focus on academics and progress toward graduation. The program is open to all CSU students with a primary focus on students who are food or housing insecure or experiencing a financial emergency. Students can visit the LUV! Pantry once a week to receive fresh food and personal care items as well as connect with other on- and off-campus resources. Lift Up Vikes! is also home to the Fowler Fund Emergency Grant which helps students overcome unforeseen financial emergencies that, if not addressed, might cause them to stop or drop out. For a full list of programs and services, please call 216.687.5105 or visit www.csuohio.edu/liftupvikes. Not sure if we can help? Please ask!
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