The Dean of Students Office-Student Assistance is dedicated to student success and retention through the facilitation of students' knowledge, understanding, and utilization of University systems and resources. The office assists and empowers students in conducting their University affairs by listening and analyzing the student's issue/question/concern, talking with the student to help devise a problem-solving strategy, and referring the student to appropriate staff members and departments. Visit the office located in the Student Center, Suite 300, website www.gsu.edu/deanofstudents or call 404/413-1515.
The Dean of Students Office-Judicial Affairs protects the rights and safety of all students and provides students with a process that addresses their educational and developmental needs.
The Georgia State University Student Code of Conduct and Administrative Policies Procedures states the types of actions that infringe upon the campus' climate of civility and the academic integrity of the University. A copy of the Student Code of Conduct and Policies may be obtained on the web at www.gsu.edu/deanofstudents. Students are obligated to be knowledgeable of and to comply with the University's rules, policies, and procedures. An overarching philosophy of judicial affairs is to facilitate students to assume the highest level of responsibility for the outcomes of their life and to develop ethical approaches to their decision-making process.
The Dean of Students Office-Commuter Student Services provides services to Georgia State University students, staff, and faculty, dealing with commuter-related issues. The office maintains an off-campus housing website of available housing opportunities such as rooms in private homes, roommates/apartment sharing, short-term leasing, and apartment/house hunting resources. The address for this site is ochousing.gsu.edu.
This office does not approve, inspect, or assume responsibility for those facilities listed on the off-campus website. It is strongly recommended that a visit be made to the apartment or home prior to making lease or rental arrangements. If possible, schedule more than one interview with a prospective house share/roommate and always request references.
The Dean of Students Office is located in the Student Center, Suite 300. Visit the office or call 404/413-1515 for additional assistance.
In the event of an emergency such as a life-threatening situation or serious illness, the Dean of Students Office will make an attempt to deliver a message or contact number to a student in class regarding the emergency information. With the exception of public-record information such as name, address and telephone number, information regarding students' class schedules cannot be released for any purpose. Messages can be delivered to students only for emergency situations. The office is open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. and is located in 300 Student Center. Please call 404/413-1515 for information.
While there are many opportunities to get involved at Georgia State, fraternities and sororities stand out as a unique and life-long involvement opportunity. A tradition as rich as Greek Life offers students an opportunity to experience leadership development, to serve hands on in the local Metro-Atlanta and campus community, network with local alumni to form career connections during college and after graduation, and make lifelong friendships, among many others. In addition, at Georgia State as well as nationally, involvement in fraternities and sororities increases students' chances of graduating from college, as well as enhances their overall academic achievement.
There are four governing bodies of fraternities and sororities: the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the Panhellenic Council (PC), the National Panhellenic Council (NPHC), and the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC). Additionally, there is an overall Greek Council, which brings representatives from every chapter together to strengthen the Greek community on campus. With 26 organizations to choose from, students are almost guaranteed to find an organization that provides the experience they are looking for. For further information about Greek Life, please visit www.gsu.edu/greeklife or contact the Greek Life Advisor at 404/413-1580.
Intercultural Relations provides opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to engage in meaningful dialogues, actively participate in diversity and cultural programs and participate in training opportunities to enhance their understanding of and appreciation for the immense diversity and numerous cultures present at Georgia State. The Intergroup Dialogue (IGD) Program, Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Week, Feed Your Senses, as well as cultural speakers, performances, art exhibits and lectures are examples of the programs offered by Intercultural Relations. Also, the Intercultural Ambassadors are a group of student leaders which work with the Intercultural Relations office assisting with diversity and cultural programming. For more information about Intercultural Relations visit the IR website at www2.gsu.edu/~wwwicr or contact the Office of the Dean of Students, located in Suite 300 of the Student Center, at 404/413-1515.
The Council of Interfaith Concerns is a coordinating body for the religious organizations at Georgia State University. It meets regularly to plan and implement interfaith programs and activities, sponsors special worship services throughout the school year, and provides a resource for denominations and synagogues doing ministry on campus. Catholic, Jewish, and Protestant chaplains are available through the council; contacts and referrals from students, faculty, and staff are welcomed. For more information about the work of the council or any of the religious groups, visit the office in 402 University Center.
A portion of the Georgia State University student activity fee is used to provide accident insurance for enrolled students under certain circumstances and conditions. Students who do not pay a student activity fee may be eligible to purchase accident insurance. In order to receive benefits from this coverage, certain steps must be taken if an accident occurs. For detailed information concerning this coverage, contact the Department of Safety and Risk Management, 34 Broad Street, at 404/413-9545 or visit the website at www.gsu.edu/auxiliary/safety.html.
The following groups of Georgia State University students are required to have health insurance.
Additionally, for those students (domestic and international) not covered under the mandatory plan, a voluntary plan is also available. Eligible students include all Undergraduate Students enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and Graduate Students enrolled in the graduate or professional degree program, taking at least one graduate level course.
The following link: www.studentinsurance.com outlines the coverage, benefits and premium for an insurance program specifically designed for Georgia State University students and their dependents.
The Dean of Students Office-Student Victim Assistance provides services to students who have experienced a traumatic event or have been the victim of sexual assault or other crimes. The student-centered support services include direct crisis intervention, making appropriate referrals (Counseling and Testing Center, Student Health Clinic, GSU Police, etc.), providing advocacy and support during all phases of legal/criminal proceedings, supplying information (victim rights, typical responses to trauma and victimization, safety planning), providing consultation and education to students and faculty and staff, and providing on-going follow-up and support as needed. For assistance, please contact the Dean of Students Office at 404/413-1515 or visit us in Room 300 of the Student Center.