The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to advance the educational purpose and institutional values of Grambling State University. The division strives to anticipate and respond to the changing needs of the students, to advance the integration of the curricular and co-curricular areas of student life, and to enhance students’ affective and cognitive development. Student Affairs seeks to foster a safe and healthy environment that encourages and supports student involvement, as well as optimum development. Additionally, the division provides leadership in building alliance with the University community and its various stakeholders.
The primary mission of the Office of Student Activities is to provide services, and programs that are positive to students’ developmental needs as well as provide recreational needs of the campus and community. Additionally, Student Activities programming complements the academic program of study and enhances the overall educational experience of students through the development of, exposure to, and participation in social, cultural, and recreational programs. Through the work of the staff and various student committees, The Favrot Student Union is a “laboratory” where students can learn and practice leadership, programming, social responsibility, and interpersonal skills. (more)