Student Affairs
Greetings, Highlanders! Student Affairs consists of departments and programs that provide a diverse array of services and support engaging our students in co-curricular experience. Student Affairs is committed to supporting students’ academic success while nurturing their holistic development both inside and outside the classroom.
At GSC, you will find a vibrant campus community of diverse students who are engaged both inside and outside of the classroom by dedicated staff and talented faculty who are student-centered and committed to student success, and dedicated staff who support students throughout their GSC careers.
2025-2026 Student Affairs Learning Outcomes (Connected to Gordon State College Strategic Plan)
Preamble: These learning outcomes are designed to align directly with Gordon State College's "Future Forward: Changing Lives. Together." Strategic Plan, supporting the core values of Commitment to Excellence, Student Success, Innovation and Creativity, and Belonging, and contributing to the overarching goals of student success, enrollment growth, and fiscal strength.
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Students will actively contribute to a thriving and inclusive Gordon State College community, fostering a sense of belonging and collaborative campus culture.
- Strategic Plan Connection: Directly supports the core value of Belonging and the strategic imperative of "a collaborative campus culture." This outcome aims to increase student engagement and retention, contributing to enrollment growth and student success.
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Students will demonstrate the application of essential life skills acquired through Student Affairs programs and services, leading to enhanced personal growth, academic persistence, and readiness for future career success.
- Strategic Plan Connection: Aligns strongly with the core value of Student Success and the emphasis on preparing students for successful careers. The development of life skills directly supports "accelerating student success toward graduation" and preparing students for the "regional workforce needs." This also ties into the "Highlander EDGE" (Engaged Innovator, Dedicated Scholar, Gifted Communicator, Ethical Leader) which fosters "life-long career success, enlightened living, and community leadership."
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Students will proactively identify and utilize relevant Student Affairs resources and support services to overcome challenges, promote well-being, and optimize their academic journey towards graduation.
- Strategic Plan Connection: Directly supports the strategic goal of student success and retaining students to graduation through "intrusive advising, accessible tutoring, student engagement, and immersive career development." It also reflects the Commitment to Excellence in providing comprehensive student support.
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Students will exemplify the principles of the Stag Statement through ethical decision-making, responsible stewardship of college resources, and positive contributions to both the campus and wider community.
- Strategic Plan Connection: Reinforces the core value of Commitment to Excellence and promotes responsible citizenship, contributing to the overall reputation and "distinctive identity" of the college. Good stewardship also implicitly contributes to fiscal strength by promoting responsible use of resources. This outcome also relates to the "Ethical Leader" aspect of the Highlander EDGE.
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