Division of Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs offers support for students and creates an environment of inclusion on campus. The division formulates policy governing student life, provides programming, and oversees the operations of departments including Student Activities, Office of Academic Support, Housing and Residence Life, the Counseling Center, and others. It serves as a resource and referral center for any student concern and as a liaison for other administrative units of the university and students. The Division of Student Affairs provides leadership for and maintains close ties with students and student organizations. The department is staffed by persons with experience and training in student development and other areas of student personnel service. The staff is available to assist students in a variety of ways, including the interpretation of student life policies and the resolution of personal, social, and academic concerns.

Office of Student Activities

The Office of Student Activities provides academic, cultural, social, intellectual, and civic programming designed to enhance the academic experience of Chicago State University students. It is responsible for managing all recognized clubs and organizations, including but not limited to the Student Government Association and Fraternity and Sorority life. The office works to provide guidance and supervision to all students and provide diverse programming sponsored by the Office of Student Activities. These activities include Welcome Week, Homecoming, Thanksgiving Throwdown, African American History Month, Cinco de Mayo, Women’s Awareness Month, and other activities. The office collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create an extraordinary student experience, to develop student leaders, and to create learning beyond the classroom that is aligned with the values and mission of Chicago State University. The office is located in the Cordell Reed Student Union Building, Room 260, and the telephone number is 773/995-2300.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the representative body for students and serves as an umbrella organization for all campus student organizations. The SGA exists primarily to address student concerns and needs, and to provide services that enhance overall student life and development. Working closely with a faculty advisor, the SGA is committed to the representation and advocacy of all students and serves as liaison to administration and other elements of the university community. All students are automatically members of the SGA and as such are entitled to vote during student elections and participate in all SGA sponsored events and activities. However, one must be voted into and hold an elected office in order to vote on SGA business. The office is located in Room 265 of the Cordell Reed Student Union Building.

Veterans Affairs

The Veteran Affairs Office at Chicago State University assists Veterans and eligible dependents with the processing of benefit information to secure the use of educational benefits. Programs sponsored through our office include:

• Post-9/11 GI Bill
• Illinois Veterans Grant (IVG)
• National Guard Grant (ING)
• MIA/POW Scholarships
• The Montgomery GI Bill
• Reservist Tuition Assistance
• Administration Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation)
• Veterans Administration Chapter 35
• Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)

The Office of Veterans Affairs is designed to provide a variety of essential services and activities to veteran students. Services provided by the Office of Veterans Affairs include certifying enrollment, verifying information, processing appropriate applications and forms, adhering to and disseminating information about veterans and university policies, procedures and regulations, and maintaining current data on all veterans receiving Veteran Affairs funds to defray educational costs. In addition, the Office of Veteran Affairs Office at Chicago State University helps Veteran students make a successful transition to the university.

Student Health and Wellness Center

Chicago State University is committed to supporting the holistic well-being of its students through comprehensive services offered by both the Counseling Center and the Wellness/Health Center, both conveniently located in the Cook Administration Building, Room 131.

The Wellness/Health Center, led by a family nurse practitioner, serves as the campus hub for physical health and wellness. It offers primary health care, health education, wellness programming, and referrals to support the CSU community. Students can schedule appointments with a primary care provider for a nominal fee, including telehealth visits, and access services such as immunizations required for enrollment, health consultations, and information about mandatory student health insurance. The center also promotes the development of healthy lifestyles through educational outreach and serves as a liaison for campus-wide health issues. For questions or appointments, contact 773-995-2010.

The Counseling Center offers free, confidential, short-term mental health services to enrolled students. Services include assessments, individual counseling, crisis intervention, life coaching, and case management provided by licensed clinicians and trained graduate-level interns. In addition to one-on-one support, the center provides workshops, psychoeducational sessions, and consultations for faculty and staff responding to student mental health concerns. Counseling professionals are trained to support students from diverse backgrounds and identities, aiming to enhance both mental and emotional well-being as essential components of student success. For appointments or more information, visit csu.edu/dosa/counseling or call 773-995-2383.

Together, these centers provide a foundation for students to thrive emotionally, physically, and academically throughout their CSU journey.