Welcome
Dear Propsective Graduate Student:
Thank you for your interest in Valdosta State University and the Higher Education Leadership program within the Dewar College of Education. Valdosta State is a growing regional university that provides excellent academic programs, while also offering a student centered campus that encourages student success both in and out of the classroom. With over 13,000 students, VSU has maintained the personal touch of caring and dedicated faculty and staff since its founding in 1906.
Graduate students within the Higher Education Leadership program are given the opportunity to gain "hands-on" experience working with VSU faculty, staff, and administrators. The Division of Student Affairs actively works with the faculty of the Higher Education Leadership program to provide students with opportunities for internships and graduate assistantships. Graduate assistants within the Division of Student Affairs have worked on the development of new residence halls, the new Student Union, and innovative programmingn initiatives designed to improve institutional graduation and retention rates. I believe you will find Valdosta State University to be the perfect place to begin your career in higher education and student affairs. On behalf of the entire Division of Student Affairs, we wish you nothing but sucess in your academic and career endeavors
Sincerely,
Russell F. Mast
Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students