Institution name

Valdosta State University

Total number of students

12391

Contact address for international enquiries

VALDOSTA 31698

Telephone

+1 229 333 5694

Venue / office name

Graduate School

Address

Contact address for international enquiries

1500 N Patterson Street
VALDOSTA
Georgia
31698

Venue description

Valdosta State University offers the best of both worlds - the extensive academic, cultural and social opportunities of a major university, and the small classes and close personal attention found at smaller institutions. Students are attracted to the close-knit community where learning occurs in a supportive environment and faculty members challenge each student’s potential. VSU has a legacy as a major provider of education services for South Georgia. As a regional university, it focuses on the long-term, total educational experience, providing a variety of catalysts for student growth in all areas of life. Located “among the stately pines” in the heart of beautiful Valdosta, the university boasts 180 acres with two picturesque campuses less than one mile apart. More than 60 air-conditioned buildings house the varied activities of Valdosta State University. Main Campus buildings are of Spanish Mission architecture, while those on North Campus are a red brick modified form of Georgian architecture. Facilities on the main campus of Valdosta State University boast gorgeous Spanish-style architecture with terra stucco construction and terra cotta roofs, all surrounded by picturesque landscaping featuring palms, pines, azaleas, camelias and a mix of other beautiful flowering plants. It features an attractive pedestrian mall of inlaid brick and well-designed seating areas, as well as night-friendly lighting fixtures and security cameras for safe around-the-clock accessibility for students. Main campus is home to most academic departments, as well as a variety of dining, recreation and entertainment opportunities. The Rea and Lillian Steele North Campus boast a stately presence less than a mile north of VSU's main campus. Home to the Harley Langdale Jr. School of Business and Air Force ROTC Detachment 172, it lies adjacent to South Georgia Medical Center.

Telephone number

+1 229 333 5694

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

In the spirit of excellence, Valdosta State University Housing and Residence Life commits to teaching and preparing every resident while providing an inclusive community to engage students in the pursuit of knowledge and growth. The Mission of the Office of Housing and Residence Life at Valdosta State University is to provide affordable quality housing in a safe and secure environment. The caring staffs were committed to serving their students by creating a holistic living and learning community which fosters: education, diversity, civic engagement, recreation, and personal growth through programming and leadership opportunities. The Office of Housing and Residence Life serves residents by providing a pleasant and educationally stimulating environment for the student. The residence halls at Valdosta State are self-supporting using student housing fees to fund the operation of the housing program. Each residence facility is staffed by a full time Residence Hall Director and Resident Assistants. The residence hall experience also provides opportunities for the student to enhance their leadership skills and complement their classroom education through exposure to a wide range of programs and activities. The programs and activities are designed to provide residents the skills necessary to meet the challenges they will face both during and beyond their college experience. While the Office of Housing and Residence Life has established numerous programs to assist students with their academic success and development, the most critical element is best described by Williamson's statement ‘The major responsibility for the student's personal and social development rests with the student and his/her personal resources’. The goal of the Housing and Residence Life program is creating a safe living/learning environment and continuing the enhancement and strengthening of residents' personal resources.