The Faces of CSU

Our students represent locations all over the world – in all 50 states and more than 30 countries including Germany, China, Canada, Egypt, and Vietnam. Firefighters, members of the military, single mothers, police officers, and others have trusted Columbia Southern University (CSU) for nearly two decades to give them the tools they need to become entrepreneurs, public servants, and business and healthcare professionals. These are the faces of our university. Here are their stories.

What Our Students Are Saying . . .

“I could have marched across nearly any stage in America, some more prestigious than others, some more well known than others. I choose this stage because it was only CSU that has made my dream my reality.”

E. Lavern Dowdy, Joppa, MD
BS, Environmental Management, 2007

“My CSU education has given me the tools I needed to take the next step in my career. From training new officers to disciplining personnel, I apply the knowledge and skills I've gained every day and in almost everything I do.”

Greg Duck
BS, Criminal Justice Administration, 2002

“When I investigated the courses at CSU, I was really impressed with what they offered and the subjects I could take – all without stepping foot into a classroom. My “classroom” was whenever and wherever I was.”

Gary Moulder
MS, Occupational Safety & Health, 2006

"It's never too late to learn. One of my lifelong aspirations has been to complete my degree and thanks to CSU, I'm almost there."

Forney Howard
BS, Fire Science