Columbus State University Graduate School

Columbus State University Graduate School The official page for the graduate school of Columbus State University.

Columbus State University offers master's, specialist, and doctorate degrees in 36 areas through classes on its main and RiverPark campuses, including six online degrees.

What an incredible Tower Day at Columbus State University! 🎉We are so proud of all the students who presented their rese...
04/27/2026

What an incredible Tower Day at Columbus State University! 🎉

We are so proud of all the students who presented their research and shared the knowledge, creativity, and hard work they have dedicated to their projects. Your presentations reflected the passion, curiosity, and innovation that make our academic community so special.

Congratulations to everyone who participated and showcased their research—you continue to inspire excellence at Columbus State University! 👏 Thank you to the faculty, staff, and guests who came out to support and celebrate the outstanding work of our students.

What an unforgettable evening at the Art & Elegance Gala! 🎨✨We are so grateful to everyone who attended and helped make ...
04/27/2026

What an unforgettable evening at the Art & Elegance Gala! 🎨✨

We are so grateful to everyone who attended and helped make the night such a beautiful success. It was an honor to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our graduate student nominees and recognize the passion, leadership, and dedication they bring to our community.

Congratulations to all of our nominees—you inspire us with the amazing work you’re doing! 👏 And thank you to every guest who joined us and brought such wonderful energy to the evening. Your presence helped make this celebration truly special.

Here’s to celebrating creativity, excellence, and the amazing graduate students who continue to make an impact. 💫

Celebrating National Graduate Student Week by spotlighting Caitlin Hagler! 🎓✨Caitlin brings creativity, organization, an...
04/09/2026

Celebrating National Graduate Student Week by spotlighting Caitlin Hagler! 🎓✨

Caitlin brings creativity, organization, and dedication to her role supporting the Graduate School at Columbus State University. From coordinating events to designing flyers, she helps keep the graduate community connected and engaged.

She also serves as Secretary of the Graduate Student Advisory Council and will step into the role of Chair this fall, where her leadership and attention to detail continue to make a meaningful impact for graduate students across campus.

Caitlin is currently pursuing her MS in Applied Computer Science, building on her Bachelor of Fine Arts as she transitions into the tech field—combining creativity with technical innovation.

When she’s not studying or supporting the graduate community, Caitlin enjoys creating incredible 3D art, exploring her passion for animation, and spending time with her dogs, Peach and Shadow. 🐾

Celebrating National Graduate Student Week by spotlighting Destinee Todd! 🎓✨Destinee’s passion for working with children...
04/09/2026

Celebrating National Graduate Student Week by spotlighting Destinee Todd! 🎓✨

Destinee’s passion for working with children started early while helping her mom run a daycare in middle Georgia, where she worked with children from newborns to age four. Those early experiences sparked her lifelong commitment to supporting young learners.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Savannah State University and later completed her master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis at Georgia State University. Through this work, she supported children with autism and other developmental disabilities and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

While working in the Muscogee County School District, Destinee rediscovered her passion for counseling, inspiring her to pursue a Master of Education in School Counseling at Columbus State University.

With her strong background in behavior analysis and her growing counseling expertise, Destinee is dedicated to helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. ✨

We are excited to see the difference you make in children’s lives Destinee! 🌟🎓

Celebrating National Graduate Student Week by highlighting one of our amazing graduate students, MaryElle! 🎓✨An Atlanta/...
04/08/2026

Celebrating National Graduate Student Week by highlighting one of our amazing graduate students, MaryElle! 🎓✨
An Atlanta/Roswell native and Graduate Assistant with the Graduate School, MaryElle has always been passionate about giving back through organizations like Girl Scouts of the USA, National Charity League, and Strands of Elegance Cotillion.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Georgia College & State University and is currently completing her Master’s in School Counseling at Columbus State University. At CSU, MaryElle is an active member of Chi Sigma Iota, the American School Counselor Association, and the American Counseling Association.
Through her graduate program and internship, she has gained experience providing individual and group counseling, delivering classroom guidance lessons, and supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development. Her background as a Registered Behavior Technician II has also strengthened her ability to implement behavior intervention plans and collaborate with teachers and families to support students with diverse needs.
During her undergraduate studies, MaryElle was featured on the Georgia College & State University Front Page for her research publication titled “Five Psychology Students Study Impact of COVID on Georgia College Peers.” https://frontpage.gcsu.edu/node/10440
She also had the unique opportunity to model for renowned artist June Stratton for the artwork “Sol,” which was showcased at Robert Lange Studios.
After graduation, she plans to return to the Atlanta area to begin her career supporting students and schools. When she’s not studying or working, she enjoys concerts, international travel, horseback riding, spending time with friends and family, and filming makeup videos. 💄✈️🐎

National Graduate Student Week Spotlight 🌟✨More than 20 years ago, Melissa Carroll earned her undergraduate degree while...
04/08/2026

National Graduate Student Week Spotlight 🌟✨

More than 20 years ago, Melissa Carroll earned her undergraduate degree while raising two children. Over the next two decades, she focused on raising her family of eight. After relocating to Georgia, her children’s involvement in competitive robotics led her to become a coach and mentor for FIRST Robotics teams, a role she has held for the past seven years.

Through this experience, she connected with robotics engineering faculty at Columbus State University who, alongside her husband, encouraged her to pursue a master’s degree. Today, she is not only working toward her graduate degree but also contributing to the academic community as a graduate lab assistant, helping support other students in their educational journeys.

Melissa’s story is a powerful example of lifelong learning and the many paths that can lead to graduate education. Please join us in celebrating her accomplishments during . ✨🎓

National Graduate Student Week Spotlight 🌟✨More than 20 years ago, Melissa Carroll earned her undergraduate degree while...
04/08/2026

National Graduate Student Week Spotlight 🌟✨

More than 20 years ago, Melissa Carroll earned her undergraduate degree while raising two children. Over the next two decades, she focused on raising her family of eight. After relocating to Georgia, her children’s involvement in competitive robotics led her to become a coach and mentor for FIRST Robotics teams, a role she has held for the past seven years.

Through this experience, Melissa connected with robotics engineering faculty at Columbus State University who, alongside her husband, encouraged her to pursue a master’s degree. Today, she is not only working toward her graduate degree but also contributing to the academic community as a graduate lab assistant, helping support other students in their educational journeys.

Her story is a powerful example of lifelong learning and the many paths that can lead to graduate education. Please join us in celebrating her accomplishments during . ✨🎓

🎓✨ National Graduate Student Week SpotlightWe’re celebrating one of our incredible graduate students, Nicole Mata-Lopez ...
04/07/2026

🎓✨ National Graduate Student Week Spotlight

We’re celebrating one of our incredible graduate students, Nicole Mata-Lopez during National Graduate Student Week!

Her dedication, perseverance, and passion for learning have made a meaningful impact during her time at Columbus State University. Graduate students like her embody the curiosity, commitment, and leadership that strengthen our academic community every day.

In her own words:
“Honored to be nominated for National Graduate Student Week. I have truly enjoyed my time here at Columbus State University and the opportunities it has provided me. Thank you to my professors and mentors for your constant support, guidance, and dedication throughout my graduate program.”

Join us in recognizing her achievements and celebrating all of our graduate students this week! 🎉

🎶🌎 National Graduate Student Week SpotlightMeet Victor Guzmán — a Colombian flutist, educator, and cultural leader whose...
04/07/2026

🎶🌎 National Graduate Student Week Spotlight

Meet Victor Guzmán — a Colombian flutist, educator, and cultural leader whose work bridges cultures and expands access to music education.

Victor trained at the Universidad Pedagógica Nacional in Bogotá and later earned dual master’s degrees in Cultural Management and the Art Market. After completing his teacher certification at Columbus State University, he returned to pursue a Master’s in Music Performance, studying under Dr. Andrée Martin.

From 2014–2022, Victor served as Education Director at the Batuta National Foundation, where he led national music programs for underserved youth and worked with Colombia’s Ministry of Culture to preserve traditional folk music through education. Beyond the classroom, he has coauthored more than 20 pedagogical publications and trained educators across the country.

Now based in Georgia, Victor continues to inspire communities through music as the co-founder of the Kinderwinds program, the Fountain City Flute Choir, and as Musician in Residence at Spring Harbor Senior Living.

Guided by social equity and intercultural dialogue, Victor’s work reminds us that music is not just an art—it’s a powerful tool for connection and community. 🎶

Join us in celebrating Victor and all the incredible graduate students making an impact during !

🎉 National Graduate Student Week Spotlight!Today we’re featuring Aleha Korzen, a Master’s student in the Biology program...
04/06/2026

🎉 National Graduate Student Week Spotlight!

Today we’re featuring Aleha Korzen, a Master’s student in the Biology program at Columbus State University whose research dives deep into the ecosystems of the Chattahoochee River 🌿🐟

Working with faculty mentor Dr. Michael Newbrey and partners at Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Aleha’s research focuses on the age and growth characteristics of the Snail Bullhead in tributaries of the Chattahoochee River and how environmental factors influence those patterns.

Before graduate school, Aleha conducted undergraduate research in riparian ecology, studying invasive and native plant species, biodiversity, and water quality relationships in the Columbus area—and even presented her findings at Tower Day.

Outside of research, you can find her spending time with her cats Tipper and Tommy, tending to her garden, or enthusiastically discussing plants, Star Wars, or the works of J.R.R. Tolkien 🌱✨

Stay tuned as we continue celebrating the amazing work and passions of our graduate students all week long!

🎉 Kicking off National Graduate Student Week by celebrating the incredible work of our graduate students! Meet one of ou...
04/06/2026

🎉 Kicking off National Graduate Student Week by celebrating the incredible work of our graduate students!

Meet one of our featured scholars, Amanda Cook, a Biology graduate student specializing in aquatic ecology 🐟🔬. Her research explores blood metrics and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratios (NLR) in Bluegill to better understand how environmental stressors impact fish health and aquatic ecosystems. Check out her news link: https://www.wrbl.com/news/local-news/lead-copper-fish-impact/

She’s passionate about growing in the field and plans to continue her research through a PhD, further developing as both a scientist and educator.

When she’s not in the lab or focused on research, she finds balance through theater—a creative outlet that’s an important part of who she is—and spending time with her pup, Doctor 🐶.

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