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July 16, 2025

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Houston Safety Manager Awarded for Outstanding Efforts

Columbia Southern University’s College of Safety and Emergency Services faculty recently awarded its annual Outstanding Safety Professional of the…

From Patrol to Detective and Back Again: Katherine McFerran’s Mission Against Human Trafficking

Columbia Southern University student Katherine (Katie) McFerran always dreamed of becoming a police officer. In 2016, she summoned the…

Take 5 With Career Development and Employer Relations Specialist Haley Underwood

Career Development and employer relations specialist Haley Underwood has been with CSU for over six years. She started her…

Overcoming Challenges: Amanda Harvison’s Journey to Safety Excellence

Columbia Southern University recognizes National Safety Month, observed annually in June, to celebrate occupational safety and health students, graduates…

From Combat to Community: Veteran Jason Nazarenko’s Mission to Serve Continues

May is Military Appreciation Month, a special month that CSU is proud to celebrate. It is a time to…

From Caregiver to Advocate: Professor George Ackerman Strives to Find a Parkinson’s Cure

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. The observance began on April 11, 1997, and commemorates the birthdate of Dr. James…

Take 5 With Financial Aid Specialist Nance Wilkinson

Financial Aid Specialist Nance Wilkinson has recently joined the CSU team. Her role in the financial aid department involves…

CSU Honors Women’s History Month: A Month of Inspiration

Since 1995, the United States has recognized every March as Women’s History Month. During this month we celebrate the…

How CSU Graduate Lurri Schoenrock Turned Tragedy Into Positive Change (Video)

Columbia Southern University graduate Lurri Schoenrock wakes up each day making a difference. However, losing her son in a tragic…

From Volunteer to Career Firefighter: Eamonn Radburn Finds Confidence, Connection During 30-Year Higher Ed Pursuit

Eamonn Radburn’s career in the fire service began in September 1993 when a friend encouraged him to volunteer with…