Columbus State earns Purple Star designation

Campus News | Thursday, November 10, 2022

Columbus State has been added to the list of schools that have been designated a Collegiate Purple Star institution. Randy Gardner, chancellor of the Ohio Department of Higher Education, made the announcement today.

The Purple Star Award recognizes schools showing a significant commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military. 

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Gardner said, "I want to congratulate Columbus State President David Harrison and his team and all of those who make Columbus State a special place for veterans and military-connected families,"

Criteria for being chosen as a Purple Star college or university include having a dedicated military/veteran point of contact or an on-campus office; establishing priority registration for veterans and service members (which takes place the week before open registration at Columbus State); surveying student veterans and servicemembers – along with spouses and dependents – about needs and challenges; and allowing for the establishment of student-led groups and organizations for veterans and service members.

“Receiving this award is a tremendous honor,” said Jay Favuzzi, manager of Military & Veterans Affairs. “It recognizes the dedication demonstrated by the Veterans Affairs team and the College as a whole, providing support to our veterans and military and dependent students.” 

More than 600 active duty and retired veterans – representing all branches of the military – take classes at Columbus State every semester. Using military benefits, combined with the College’s low tuition, they are able to save money while advancing their careers. Military and veterans graduates are recognized at College Commencement ceremonies with distinct lanyards and challenge coins, as well as by the President during his ceremonial remarks.

 

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