Mission

The Division of Student Affairs and Department of Academic Support, through partnerships with campus and community constituents, promotes the intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, cultural, and social development of students, thus preparing them for a life of learning, service, and engagement.  The Division and Department support the mission of the University of South Carolina and are guided by its dedication to learning, commitment to diversity and devotion to the values of the Carolinian Creed.

 

Goals

- Lead and manage the comprehensive and collaborative efforts of the University in meeting student
  enrollment goals.

- Optimize student retention and persistence to degree completion by increasing engagement in
  campus life and by providing essential programs, services, and educational activities that lead to
  student success and satisfaction.

- Advance a campus community that promotes academic success, character development, personal
  growth and wellness, career development, and lifelong learning in a diverse global community.

- Develop and practice methods of research and assessment that guide improvements enhancing
  student success and satisfaction.

- Sustain a workplace environment that ensures highly qualified staff are hired, retained, and earn
  recognition as campus and national experts in programs and services for students.

- Engage in constituent outreach, development, and advancement activities.